Army Commander Discusses Security Situation with Patriarch Rai in Bkerke

Army Commander Rodolphe Haykal visited the Patriarchal residence in Bkerke, where he was received by the Maronite Patriarch, Cardinal Bechara Boutros al-Rai. The meeting focused on the current situation in light of recent security developments and the challenges facing Lebanon at this critical stage.

The Army Commander also briefed the Maronite Patriarch on field conditions and developments related to the country's security reality.

A number of national files and issues raised on the domestic scene were also discussed, given circumstances that require concerted efforts to preserve Lebanon's stability and safeguard its security and institutions.

Army Commander Rodolphe Haykal also received UNDP Resident Representative in Lebanon Mr. Alessandro Mrakic and a delegation at his office in Yarzé. The importance of continuing support for development projects in cooperation with the army was emphasized.

He also received Egyptian Military Attaché Colonel Ayman Abdel Sadek in a farewell visit marking the end of his mission, during which he introduced his successor, Colonel Mahmoud Safwat Abdel Hafiz.

Additionally, he welcomed Dr. Ibrahim Constantine, President of the Global Lebanese Cultural University, along with a delegation, to discuss cooperation between the army and the university.