Aoun: The Lebanese Army remains steadfast in its principles, offering sacrifice after sacrifice, undeterred by campaigns of incitement and attempts to sow doubt
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun: I affirm that our army, which protects southerners and all Lebanese, remains unwavering in its commitment to defending national dignity and sovereignty.
Haykal: In parallel, the army continues to secure and protect the northern and eastern borders and the territorial waters, and to prevent smuggling, in coordination with the Syrian authorities.
Haykal: Our efforts are aimed at implementing the government’s decision and adhering to Resolution 1701 and all its provisions, in coordination with UNIFIL and the Mechanism Committee.
Haykal: The Army’s efforts aim to implement its plan, reinforce its deployment in the area south of the Litani, and extend state authority over all its territory.
Lebanese Army Commander Rodolphe Haykal: Our country is witnessing a decisive phase, one of the most difficult in its history, amid the Israeli occupation of Lebanese territory.
