Inauguration ceremony for the establishment of bakeries and ovens for the LAF
On July 1, 2025, an inauguration ceremony was held at the command of the 1st Artillery Regiment in Karantina for the establishment of bakeries and ovens for the LAF, funded by the German authorities. The ceremony was attended by the German ambassador to Lebanon, Kurt Stoeckl-Stillfried, and the deputy chief of staff for equipment, representing LAF Commander General Rodolph Haykal, along with a delegation from the German embassy and several officers.
During the ceremony, the German ambassador praised the cooperative relations between the Lebanese and German armies, emphasizing the importance of supporting the military institution due to its essential role in maintaining Lebanon's security and stability.
Additionally, Brigadier General PSC Imad Khreish, deputy chief of staff for equipment, read a letter of thanks on behalf of General Haykal and presented it to Ambassador Stillfried, noting that Germany continuously stands by the LAF through various initiatives. He highlighted that this project will enhance the logistical capabilities of the military institution and stressed the need to continue cooperation between the Lebanese and German armies in the future.
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