مصر وقضايا العالم العربي المعاصر- حرب الاستنزاف

After the 1967 defeat, Egypt was determined to reclaim its lost territories from Israeli aggression. The political leadership set goals to rebuild the military, restore soldier confidence, and reorganize units. This led to the War of Attrition, a series of military operations initiated by President Gamal Abdel Nasser, which inflicted significant damage on Israeli forces. The war lasted three years and included notable figures like martyr Abdel Moneim Riad.

What was one of the main objectives of the Egyptian political leadership after the 1967 defeat?

• To negotiate peace with Israel

• To rebuild the Egyptian military

• To seek international intervention

• To focus on economic development

Who coined the term 'War of Attrition' to describe the military operations between Egypt and Israel?

• Hosni Mubarak

• Anwar Sadat

• Gamal Abdel Nasser

• Abdel Fattah el-Sisi

What was a key strategy of Egypt during the War of Attrition?

• To form alliances with neighboring countries

• To move the battle to enemy positions

• To engage in naval battles

• To launch airstrikes on Israeli cities

How long did the War of Attrition last?

• One year

• Four years

• Two years

• Three years

Who was a notable martyr of the War of Attrition?

• Ahmed Ismail Ali

• Abdel Moneim Riad

• Saad el-Shazly

• Mohamed Fawzi