Visitors of the Lebanese Army Commander-in-Chief

Tuesday, 20 October 2026

The Lebanese Army Commander-in-Chief, General Rodolph Haykal, received in his office in Yarzeh the Head of the European Peace Facility Unit, Dorota Suliga, and the European Union Ambassador to Lebanon, Sandra De Waele, accompanied by a delegation. Discussions focused on the latest developments in Lebanon and the region, amid continued daily Israeli attacks and violations.

During the meeting, Ms. Suliga and Ambassador De Waele affirmed the European Union’s commitment to increasing its support for the Lebanese Army over the coming year. General Haykal, in turn, expressed his appreciation for the European Union’s support for the Army, particularly during the current period.

General Haykal also received the Egyptian Ambassador to Lebanon, Tamim Khallaf, on an introductory visit following his assumption of duties in Lebanon. The meeting addressed the general situation and the latest developments in Lebanon and the region. The Egyptian Ambassador emphasized the importance of the Army’s role in maintaining Lebanon’s security and stability.

He then received the United Nations Special Coordinator for Lebanon, Jean Arnault. Discussions focused on developments in Lebanon and the region, as well as the importance of supporting the Army during this period.

General Haykal subsequently received MP Bilal Abdallah, with whom he discussed the general situation in the country. MP Abdallah affirmed that the military institution is the guarantor of national unity.