Arab League backs Lebanese army efforts to extend state sovereignty
19/10/2026 | 19:10:56
Cairo, Oct. 19 (Petra) - Arab League Secretary-General Nabil Fahmy voiced on Monday the bloc's backing of the Lebanese Armed Forces (LAF) and its mission to extend state sovereignty across all Lebanese territory.
During a meeting in Beirut with LAF Commander General Rodolphe Haykal at military headquarters, Fahmy pointed to Lebanon's evolving security landscape and the military’s continuous efforts to maintain stability.
He hailed the army's role and praised its leadership for navigating heavy responsibilities amid current regional challenges.
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