The Palestinian National Liberation Movement “Fatah” – Egypt Branch, participated today, Tuesday, in the funeral ceremonies of Commander and activist Riyad Al-Amour in the Egyptian capital, Cairo, with wide official and popular attendance from members of the community and organizational cadres.
The Fatah delegation that attended the farewell ceremony included Brother Samir Al-Rifai, member of Fatah’s Central Committee and Commissioner of Foreign Branches; Brother Raed Al-Louzi, Deputy Commissioner of Foreign Branches; Dr. Mohamed Al-Gharib, Secretary of Fatah – Egypt Branch; and members of the branch committee.
Also present at the funeral were Brother Raed Abu Al-Homs, Chairman of the Prisoners’ Affairs Authority; Ambassador Faed Mustafa, Assistant Secretary-General of the Arab League; Ambassador Muhannad Al-Aklouk, Permanent Representative of Palestine to the Arab League; Brother Mohamed Abu Jame’, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs; Dr. Wael Al-Sheikh, Undersecretary of the Palestinian Ministry of Health; Brother Ibrahim Abu Ja’, member of the Palestinian Central Council; along with national figures and Fatah cadres.
The funeral procession departed from in front of Palestine Hospital in Cairo. Deep emotions prevailed as attendees took a final farewell glance at the deceased’s body, joined by his fellow freed and exiled prisoners, who remembered with tearful loyalty the years of patience and joint struggle behind bars and in exile. The funeral prayer was then held at the Armed Forces Mosque (in the City Stars area), attended by a number of Palestinian and Egyptian national figures.
The deceased was laid to rest at the cemeteries of 10th of Ramadan City, where participants delivered speeches highlighting the sacrifices of the late commander and his lifelong dedication to serving the Palestinian cause and defending the rights of prisoners.
Participants conveyed the condolences of President Mahmoud Abbas and members of Fatah’s Central Committee, emphasizing loyalty to the sacrifices of leaders and activists, adherence to national principles, and the unity of Fatah and Palestinians wherever they are.
