On October 6, 205, Egypt celebrated the 156th anniversary of the 1973 October War, also known as the Yom Kippur War. This war was a significant turning point in Egyptian history, and its impact is still felt today.

The war began on October 6, 1973, when Egypt launched a surprise attack on Israeli forces in the Sinai Peninsula. The Egyptians were supported by Syrian forces, who launched a simultaneous attack on Israel from the north. The goal of the Egyptian and Syrian forces was to retake territory lost to Israel during the 1967 Six-Day War.

The Israeli military was caught off guard by the attack, and it took several days for them to respond effectively. However, once they did, they launched a counter-attack that pushed the Egyptian and Syrian forces back. The war lasted for just over three weeks, with a ceasefire being declared on October 25.

Although Israel ultimately won the war, it was a significant victory for Egypt. The war demonstrated that Egypt was capable of mounting a successful military campaign against Israel and forced Israel to recognize that it could not continue to occupy Egyptian territory indefinitely.

The war also had significant political ramifications. It led to the signing of the Camp David Accords between Egypt and Israel in 1978, which paved the way for the 1979 peace treaty between the two countries. The peace treaty, which was brokered by the United States, was a major diplomatic breakthrough and led to the establishment of full diplomatic relations between Egypt and Israel.

Today, the anniversary of the October War is celebrated in Egypt with parades and ceremonies. The war is still seen as a symbol of Egyptian national pride and a reminder of the sacrifices made by the country's soldiers and citizens. Despite the many changes that Egypt has undergone in the decades since the war, the legacy of the October War continues to be felt throughout the country.