Ashraf Ibrahim Atwa Megahed (born 1961) is an Egyptian Vice admiral and the current commander of the Egyptian Navy. Before he assumed the office in December 2021, he served as chief of staff of the Navy.[1]
Ashraf Ibrahim Atwa | |
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| Born | 1961 (age 62–63) United Arab Republic (present-day Egypt) |
| Allegiance |  Egypt |
| Service |  Navy |
| Rank | Rear admiral |
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Megahed obtained his graduation in 1983 with a bachelor's degree in maritime studies and master's in military studies.
His previous assignments includes commander of the Southern Fleet, in addition to serving as commander of the naval bases stationed at the Port Said and the Red Sea.[2]
Awards and distinctions
edit- Medal of Military Duty
- Medal of Long Service
- Medal of Good Example
- Medal of Distinguished Service
- Medal of 25 January
- Medal of 30 June[1]
References
edit- ^ a b "President El-Sisi Appoints Chief of Staff of Navy, Rear Admiral Ashraf Ibrahim, as Commander of Navy". presidency.eg/en. Retrieved 2022-01-06.
- ^ "Egyptian President Sisi names new Navy commander - Defence - Egypt". Ahram Online. Retrieved 2022-01-06.
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