Visit of the LAF Commander General Joseph Aoun to the governorate of Baalbek el-Hermel and the sixth Infantry Brigade Headquarters

LAF Commander General Jospeh Aoun visited this morning the governorate of Baalbek el-Hermel where he was welcomed by Governor Bachir Khodor and a number of mayors and the heads of municipality federations with whom he discussed security issues. General Aoun delivered a speech during the gathering where he affirmed that the region of Baalbek el-Hermel is like any other Lebanese region and it is subject to the rule of law where the army is fully deployed. “The improvement of the security situation doesn’t only depend on the efforts exerted by the Military Institution but also on your work and sense of responsibility and your attachment toward your region. Much has been said concerning security plans, however we have chosen to resort to security measures such as the measures adopted in all the Lebanese regions where they can be intensified or lightened according to the collected information and data” General Aoun said.
He then added that “the region of Baalbek is in the heart of the LAF since many of its sons are enlisted in the Military Institution and around 800 martyr soldier from this land have given their lives in defense of Lebanon. Baalbek is the city of civilization and history and this was clearly manifested through the festivals which were organized despite all the doubts”.
General Aoun confirmed that the path of preserving security is long but most probable thanks to the cooperation of the citizens of this region each from his own position. He noted that building confidence necessitates a lot of time and effort but all the parties should cooperate since our nation is our only choice.
General Aoun also added that the LAF will not be showing leniency in dealing with any trouble maker in the region of Baalbek – el-Hermel and said that the security situation will definitely improve. “980 individuals from this region are wanted according to warrants of arrest and we have managed to settle 120 warrants while we are also working in silence without much media coverage and any wanted individual who would like to settle his status is welcome and any individual who isn’t willing shall be held responsible”.
Governor Bachir Khodor expressed his appreciation to General Aoun for visiting the region and praised the efforts exerted by the Military Institution aimed at preserving peace in Baalbek el-Hermel and safeguarding the dignity of its inhabitants.
General Aoun also visited the sixth Infantry Brigade headquarters where he was informed of the latest missions and security measures taken by the sixth Infantry Brigade and held a meeting with the officers and troops of the brigade.