Lebanese Army (LAF) Commander General Rodolphe Haykal reaffirmed the military’s unwavering commitment to national service, emphasizing that LAF units deployed across the country play a pivotal role in safeguarding Lebanon and supporting its resilience.
During a visit on Monday to Issam Chamoun Barracks in Nabatiyeh, where he met officers and soldiers of the Engineering Regiment, Haykal underscored the army’s mission following the end of the war between Israel and Hezbollah.
The visit came in the wake of a tragic ammunition explosion in the town of Brega, Nabatiyeh on April 20, which claimed the lives of three LAF soldiers from the regiment. Haykal extended his condolences to their families, saluting the fallen as martyrs of duty.
“We are always ready to fulfill our national duty,” he said. “It is the responsibility of the military institution to protect Lebanon and its citizens, regardless of their affiliations. This is not the first time the army has martyrs, and we will continue to do everything required of us to preserve Lebanon,” he added.
Furthermore, he praised the Engineering Regiment’s efforts during this challenging period, describing their work as “great and precise.” He highlighted their role in securing the south by dismantling and seizing explosive devices, clearing roads and conducting safety inspections to facilitate the safe return of displaced residents.
Haykal concluded his remarks with a message of resilience, stating that “nothing can affect the army’s morale,” and that the blood of the martyrs remains “very precious” to the military institution, which continues to carry out its mission regardless of the sacrifices required.
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