The article examines how Egypt achieved political goals through military tactics in the 1973 Arab-Israeli War. By using deception and maneuvering, Egypt was able to start and win a short, low-risk war against Israel. The key lesson is that winning a war is not just about military victory, but also about achieving political goals. This shows that countries, especially Western ones, need to understand that war is only truly won when political objectives are met. The study highlights the importance of decision-making at the highest levels and the success of fast operational maneuvers.