On 6 October 2020, Egypt held its first parliamentary elections since 2014. This election was seen as a major milestone in the country’s transition to democracy, as it will be the first time that a freely elected parliament has been in power since the Arab Spring in 2011. The election is also seen as an important step in the country’s efforts to combat terrorism and extremism, as well as a way to restore stability and economic growth.

The election was held over three stages, with the first stage taking place on 6 October. A total of 568 seats were contested, with the majority of seats being allocated to independent candidates. The election was largely peaceful, with no major incidents reported.

The results of the election were announced on 8 October, with the majority of seats being won by independent candidates. The most successful party was the Free Egyptians Party, which won 65 seats. The party is led by Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly and is seen as a moderate Islamist party. The Liberal Wafd Party also performed well, winning 60 seats.

The election is seen as a major success for the country, as it marks the first time in over a decade that Egypt has held a freely elected parliament. The election is also seen as a sign of progress in the country’s transition to democracy, as well as a way to combat terrorism and extremism. The results of the election will be important in determining the future of Egypt and its role in the region.