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Lebanese Army
a day ago
- Lebanese Army
Israeli Drone Carrying a Hand Grenade Falls
Saturday, 26 July 2025 The LAF Command – Directorate of Orientation issued the following statement: In light of the continued assaults and violations of national sovereignty by the Israeli enemy, on July 26, 2025, a drone from the Israeli enemy fell on the outskirts of Mays Al Jabal in Marjaeyoun area, carrying a hand grenade. A LAF patrol secured the area around the crash site, detonated the hand grenade, and transported the drone to the relevant unit for inspection and necessary action.
Lebanese Army
a day ago
- General
- Lebanese Army
The LAF Participates in Extinguishing Fires in Cyprus at the Initiative of Lebanese Authorities
Friday, 25 July 2025 The LAF Command – Directorate of Orientation issued the following statement: Two helicopters from the LAF's Air Force departed this morning from Beirut Air Base to participate in extinguishing fires in Cyprus, based on an initiative from the Lebanese authorities, in coordination with the Cypriot authorities and the LAF Command.
Lebanese Army
a day ago
- Politics
- Lebanese Army
Graduation Ceremony of Recruits with Extended Service for the Southern Litani Sector
Friday, 25 July 2025 A graduation ceremony was held this morning at the Tyre Stadium for recruits with extended service for the Southern Litani Sector, following the completion of their training period. The ceremony was presided over by the Commander of the Southern Litani Sector, representing the LAF Commander General Rodolph Haykal, and attended by several officers. Brigadier General Nicolas Tabet, the sector commander, delivered a speech on the occasion, stating: "Do not fail your people at any time, as they highly appreciate the role of your army. Your steadfastness is crucial in facing the current challenges Lebanon is experiencing, foremost of which is the threat from the Israeli enemy. There is no salvation for our country, nor hope for its recovery, except by ensuring the necessary security and stability, which is the essence of your mission." At the end of the ceremony, a military parade was held, featuring the graduating recruits.
Nahar Net
4 days ago
- Politics
- Nahar Net
Barrack says US goal in Lebanon is 'strong state that can disarm Hezbollah'
by Naharnet Newsdesk 9 hours U.S. envoy Tom Barrack has reminded that during his latest visit to Beirut, he stated that Hezbollah is 'an issue that must be resolved by the Lebanese themselves,' reaffirming a 'long-standing position of the United States -- that Hezbollah represents a challenge which only the Lebanese government can address.' 'The United States remains ready to support Lebanon, should the government uphold and enforce the state's monopoly on all arms, and that only the Lebanese Armed Forces (LAF) has the constitutional authority to operate within its borders,' Barrack said in a statement posted on his X account. 'As (U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio) has rightly emphasized, our goal in Lebanon is 'a strong Lebanese state that can take on and disarm Hezbollah,'' Barrack added. 'The United States draws no distinction between Hezbollah's political and military branches. We view the group in its entirety as what it is: a foreign terrorist organization,' he said. 'By contrast, the United States recognizes the LAF as the sole legitimate national military institution and a pillar of Lebanon's sovereignty and the key to securing a stable and prosperous future. It is now incumbent upon Lebanon's political leadership -- and the LAF -- to demonstrate the resolve and political will to, in the words of @POTUS (U.S. President Donald Trump) 'seize a new chance for a future free from the grip of Hezbollah terrorists,'' Barrack added. 'On that path, the United States will stand shoulder to shoulder with the people of Lebanon,' he went on to say.
Nahar Net
4 days ago
- Politics
- Nahar Net
Barrack says US goal in Lebanon is 'strong state that can disarm Hezbollah'
by Naharnet Newsdesk 25 July 2025, 13:30 U.S. envoy Tom Barrack has reminded that during his latest visit to Beirut, he stated that Hezbollah is 'an issue that must be resolved by the Lebanese themselves,' reaffirming a 'long-standing position of the United States -- that Hezbollah represents a challenge which only the Lebanese government can address.' 'The United States remains ready to support Lebanon, should the government uphold and enforce the state's monopoly on all arms, and that only the Lebanese Armed Forces (LAF) has the constitutional authority to operate within its borders,' Barrack said in a statement posted on his X account. 'As (U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio) has rightly emphasized, our goal in Lebanon is 'a strong Lebanese state that can take on and disarm Hezbollah,'' Barrack added. 'The United States draws no distinction between Hezbollah's political and military branches. We view the group in its entirety as what it is: a foreign terrorist organization,' he said. 'By contrast, the United States recognizes the LAF as the sole legitimate national military institution and a pillar of Lebanon's sovereignty and the key to securing a stable and prosperous future. It is now incumbent upon Lebanon's political leadership -- and the LAF -- to demonstrate the resolve and political will to, in the words of @POTUS (U.S. President Donald Trump) 'seize a new chance for a future free from the grip of Hezbollah terrorists,'' Barrack added. 'On that path, the United States will stand shoulder to shoulder with the people of Lebanon,' he went on to say.
