You know how you use to feel weird about seeing your teachers outside of school? It just seemed like they’re out of place… They belong in school! That’s how we feel about seeing world political leaders in swimming suits. It’s strange seeing them out of their usual suits and ties! On the beach, they look… well, ordinary—and not as authoritative. I guess that’s why they say el ba7r malhoosh kebeer! Take a look at the pictures we’ve come across and tell us what you think!

 

FORMER PRESIDENT GAMAL ABDEL NASSER

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Say cheese!

 

KING FAROUK

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This poolside style was all the rage back then…

 

FORMER PRESIDENT JOHN F. KENNEDY

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Hello, Mr. President! Nice, right?

 

FORMER PRIME MINISTER TONY BLAIR

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Mr. Busy, even on the poolside!

 

PRESIDENT BARACK OBAMA

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Obama’s took on the waves with his daughter by his side

 

FORMER PRESIDENT ANWAR EL SADAT

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Sadat is a-okay! **thumbs up**

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Sadat’s looking like the boss with his guards by his side.

 

RUSSIAN POLITICIAN VLADIMIR PUTIN

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Who doesn’t love dolphins!

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CHANCELLOR OF GERMANY ANGELA MERKEL

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Make way for the chancellor!

 

FORMER USA PRESIDENT GERALD FORD

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Ford still looks a president here, though. Stay, doggy!

 

El Ba7r Malhoosh Kebeer!