Joseph Aoun

79th Army Day, J. Aoun Affirms Army’s Commitment to Maintaining Security

On the 79th anniversary of Lebanese Army Day, Army Commander General Joseph Aoun reaffirmed the army’s steadfast commitment to achieving a permanent ceasefire under Resolution 1701, in coordination with UNIFIL. He also reaffirmed the army’s commitment to maintaining security and control at all border areas, “unmindful of negative campaigns ...

Void at Military Council Following State Council Decision?

The Lebanese military is once again facing a potential void. This time, it is the Military Council that is at risk. After a decision to suspend the implementation of a measure taken on December 6 by the Caretaker Defense Minister, Maurice Slim, Major General Pierre Saab is set to retire on September 27... unless the State Council reverses its ...

Le Drian in Beirut Within the Hour

French presidential envoy Jean-Yves Le Drian arrives in Beirut within an hour and will meet with Army Commander Joseph Aoun in Yarzeh to discuss the new security situation. Moreover, Skynews reported that International envoys from Turkey, Qatar ,and France will arrive in Beirut Tuesday.