Obituary for Retired Brigadier General Antoine Istanbuli

The Lebanese Army Command – Directorate of Orientation mourns the passing of retired Brigadier General Antoine Istanbuli, who passed away on Monday, October 13, 2025. Below is a brief overview of his life:

• Born:  August 16, 1960, in Hadath - Baabda.
• Enlisted in the Army on September 22, 1980, and was promoted to Second Lieutenant on November 1, 1983. He progressed through the ranks to become Brigadier General on July 1, 2013.
• Recipient of several medals and commendations from the Lebanese Army Commander- in -Chief, as well as congratulations on multiple occasions.
• Followed several training courses in Lebanon and abroad.
• Married with one child.