Egypt nationalizes the Suez Canal 70 years ago, marking the end of the colonial order

Egyptian President Gamal Abdel Nasser announces the nationalization of the Suez Canal in 1956.

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This decision triggers a major crisis with France, the United Kingdom, and Israel, the former controllers of the canal.

It marks a turning point in decolonization and the assertion of national sovereignty.

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