(MENAFN- Daily News Egypt) "For anyone who lived in Sinai in the 1970s, the 6th of October War represents a great national struggle that led to the liberation of the land, and the liberation of a people from the slavery of occupation," said Saeed Ateeq, a member of a Sinai tribes.
Ateeq expressed his point of view regarding the Egyptian military's latest operation, "Retribution for the Martyr", saying that the army displayed much perseverance and strength while confronting the terrorist elements in Sinai.
"However, an advantage present for the terrorist groups is the challenging geography of the peninsula," said Ateeq. "These groups are counting on a prolonged fight."
"As Sinai residents, we have a sense of belonging to Egypt, and we are siding completely with the military in its endeavours to fight terrorism; however, we can disagree on certain policies affecting the region."
"There are people who left their homes and relocated to other places, not having any water or electricity or shelter, because they cannot stay in their former residences due to the ongoing operation," explained Ateeq. "The cabinet should be held accountable for this."
Regarding Sinai's development, Ateeq believes that there can be no development without having security, stability and regaining total control over the Sinai Peninsula. When that condition is satisfied, Ateeq predicts the region will witness the development of major projects; a fact which the army has come to realise needs to happen.
"Sinai has suffered the negligence of 30 years. That, coupled with a misconception of the Sinai culture and its residents, has led to the deteriorating conditions we are witnessing now."
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