LAF Commander Meets with the General Staff and the Commanders of Operational Units and Regiments

Friday, 29 August 2025

LAF Commander General Rodolph Haykal held an exceptional meeting in Yarzeh, attended by the LAF’s General Staff and the Commanders of Operational Units and Regiments, and a number of officers. The meeting addressed the latest developments facing Lebanon and the LAF during this exceptional phase, amidst ongoing Israeli violations and aggressions.
During the meeting, General Haykal stated: "The LAF carry significant responsibilities on multiple fronts and are entering a critical phase marked by highly sensitive missions. We will take all necessary measures to ensure the success of our duties, while remaining firmly committed to preserving civil peace and internal stability."
He added: "We have made immense sacrifices and offered martyrs in service of our national duty. Nothing will deter us from continuing to fulfill our responsibilities across all regions and our borders."
He continued: "We are engaged in the necessary coordination with the Syrian authorities concerning control of the northern and eastern borders, as this serves the mutual interests of both countries."
He concluded by reaffirming that the LAF Command remains committed to strengthening the capabilities of the institution and improving the well-being of military personnel, relying on internal resources as well as the support of friend nations.