Analysis: With Sisi's victory all but assured, Egypt will have to navigate a post-election climate of further economic woes and the potential for collateral damage from the Gaza war.
In-depth: Israel has been quietly trying to build support for plans to transfer Palestinian refugees from Gaza to the Sinai, including with financial incentives, but Egypt has rejected the proposals - so far.
Analysis: Cairo is seeking to play a mediator role for both ceasefire and hostage negotiations, but there is a looming humanitarian crisis unfolding at its border with Gaza.
Analysis: A renewed relationship between the Eastern Mediterranean's two largest military powers is likely to shift geopolitical dynamics in the region and could resolve key deadlocked issues.