Ceremony for the Presentation of Soldiers and Recruits whose Service has Been Extended

Tuesday, 11 March 2025

A ceremony was held at the Sidon Municipal Stadium in the South for the presentation of soldiers and recruits whose service has been extended, after they completed their designated training period. The ceremony was chaired by the Commander of the Southern Region, representing the interim LAF Commander, Major General Hassan Audi, and attended by several officers and the graduates' families.

Brigadier General Fadi Abou Haidar, the commander of the region, delivered a speech during the event in which he stated: "Your people greatly appreciate the role of the army and national institutions, so do not let them down, as your steadfastness is of utmost importance in facing the current challenges that Lebanon is witnessing, foremost among them the threat of the Israeli enemy. The salvation and recovery of our country depend on the army's performance in preserving security and stability."

At the end of the ceremony, a military parade was held featuring the graduating recruits.