US Embassy in Cairo postpones Independence Day celebration amid regional tensions

Ahram Online , Wednesday 18 Jun 2025

The US Embassy in Cairo has postponed its 249th Independence Day celebration, citing ongoing regional instability.

Egyptian and American flags
Egyptian and American flags. Photo: Al-Ahram

 

The event, initially scheduled for 24 June, will be held later. In a brief statement, the embassy said the decision was made in light of current regional developments and as a gesture of appreciation and respect for all those working tirelessly to de-escalate regional tensions.

No new date has been announced.

The postponement comes amid heightened tensions following the outbreak of conflict between Iran and Israel.

Independence Day is observed on 4 July in the United States, marking the 1776 adoption of the Declaration of Independence.

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