The former leader of the Egyptian army, Abdel Fatah al-Sisi, was elected as the new president of Egypt with 96,9 percent of the votes, the country's election commission announced today the official results.
Marshall, who stepped down as head of the army in order to be able to participate in the presidential elections held from June 26 to 28, won 23.780.104 votes, it was specified.
His only opponent, left-wing leader Hamden Sabahi, was supported by 757.511 voters.
Sisi has ruled the country de facto since Islamist President Mohamed Morsi was ousted 11 months ago.
The commission added that the turnout in these elections was 47,45 percent.
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