Zaher Abd El-Rahman
Zaher Abd El-Rahman | |
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| Born | September 12, 1935 Egypt |
| Occupation(s) | Military officer, Governor |
| Years active | 1955–1997 |
| Known for | Commander of Egyptian Air Defense Command (1990–1993), Governor of Matrouh and Red Sea Governorates |
Zaher Abd El-Rahman (Arabic: زاهر عبدالرحمن; born September 12, 1935) is a distinguished Egyptian military figure who has occupied significant positions within both the armed forces and governmental sectors.
Career
From December 1990 until April 1993, Abd El-Rahman led the Egyptian Air Defense Command. He graduated from the Military College in 1955 and initially served in an engineering regiment, including a role as a combat engineer during operations in Yemen. In 1968, he transitioned to the Air Defense Forces, where he completed foundational and advanced command training by 1971.
During the 1973 conflict, he commanded a Surface-to-Air Missile (SAM) Battalion and contributed to the enhancement of radar technologies such as the JY-9A and TPS 59/34 systems. He was instrumental in launching the command, control, and communication framework for the Eastern sector. His military experience also includes participation in both the Six-Day War of 1967 and the Yom Kippur War of 1973.
Following his military career, Abd El-Rahman held gubernatorial posts in Matrouh Governorate from 1993 to 1995 and in Red Sea Governorate between 1996 and 1997. Moreover, he served as chairman of Al-Zohour Sporting Club, where he managed the development of its New Cairo branch.