Egypt

King of Italy for nearly 46 years, who oversaw Italy's involvement in World War I and World War II, and the era of the Fascist regime

Medieval Jewish philosopher, rabbi, and physician who became one of the most influential Torah scholars of the Middle Ages

1st President of the Republic of Egypt and co-leader of the Free Officers movement that ended the monarchy

Egyptian singer and actress known as "The Voice of Egypt," Kawkab el-Sharq, and a national icon, whose unparalleled vocal artistry resonated with audiences across the Middle East and worldwide

Egyptian writer who won the 1988 Nobel Prize in Literature for his rich narrative art

French metaphysician, writer, and orientalist known for his traditionalist philosophy and writings on esotericism, symbolism, and initiation

Egyptian feminist writer, activist, physician, and novelist known for her outspoken critiques of patriarchy, colonialism, and the status of women in the Global South

Egyptian politician, engineer, and university teacher who served as the 5th president of Egypt from 2012 to 2013

Egyptian actor, bridge player, and non-fiction writer, celebrated for over 100 films and his pioneering roles as "the first Egyptian and Arab to conquer Hollywood"

Greek-Egyptian poet and journalist known for his distinctive style, considered a major figure in modern Greek and Western poetry