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Egyptian Army Vows to Continue Eradicating Terrorism

Military forces are seen in North Sinai, Egypt. Reuters
Military forces are seen in North Sinai, Egypt. Reuters
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Egyptian Army Vows to Continue Eradicating Terrorism

Military forces are seen in North Sinai, Egypt. Reuters
Military forces are seen in North Sinai, Egypt. Reuters

Commander in Chief of the Egyptian Armed Forces and Minister of Defense and Military Production General Sidqi Subhi said that the Egyptian armed forces continue to cooperate with the police to eradicate terrorism and achieve victory.

“The Egyptian military was and still bears the meanings of struggle for the sake of the nation's rise and stability,” Subhi added, noting that “the Egyptian soldier who participated in the Comprehensive Operation Sinai 2018 is an extension of October’s great generation, which achieved victory."

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi, for his part, visited one of the air bases in Sinai last week and met with members of the armed forces and police, who are taking part in the comprehensive Sinai 2018 crackdown against terrorists in the area.

Sisi hailed the efforts in combating terror, saying they hold the key to achieving progress and prosperity for their country.

“We will return here soon to celebrate the victory” against the terrorists, he vowed.

A large-scale military operation was launched on February 9 in Sinai, with the participation of a variety of army and police forces against "terrorist elements."

At the end of November, Sisi ordered the army and police to "use all the force" to root out terrorism.

Subhi attended Saturday the ceremony to honor the participating forces in the Comprehensive Operation Sinai 2018, whose term of service expires on April 1.

He praised the heroic role of these men and their commitment to serve in the armed forces despite the end of their recruitment period on March 1, presenting the finest examples of sacrifice and redemption.

He said that these heroes are role models for future generations.

Subhi also conveyed the greetings and appreciation of President Sisi to the soldiers and their families for their efforts in bringing up this generation of citizens, who know exactly what values and good principles are.

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Britain Offers to Build Surveillance Towers for Lebanon along Israeli Border

A surveillance tower operated by the Lebanese Army and equipped by the United Kingdom, installed on the border with Syria in 2017 (Directorate of Guidance). 
A surveillance tower operated by the Lebanese Army and equipped by the United Kingdom, installed on the border with Syria in 2017 (Directorate of Guidance). 
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Britain Offers to Build Surveillance Towers for Lebanon along Israeli Border

A surveillance tower operated by the Lebanese Army and equipped by the United Kingdom, installed on the border with Syria in 2017 (Directorate of Guidance). 
A surveillance tower operated by the Lebanese Army and equipped by the United Kingdom, installed on the border with Syria in 2017 (Directorate of Guidance). 

The United Kingdom has formally proposed to Lebanon the construction of surveillance towers along the country’s southern border with Israel, aiming to bolster security and stability in the area and support the implementation of UN Security Council Resolution 1701.

According to an official Lebanese source speaking to Asharq Al-Awsat, the initiative mirrors similar towers Britain has installed over the past decade on the Lebanese-Syrian frontier.

The Lebanese Army currently maintains a presence alongside UN peacekeeping forces (UNIFIL) deployed in the south. Beirut remains committed to renewing UNIFIL’s mandate and has pledged to station 10,000 troops along the border. However, Lebanese officials argue that Israel’s continued occupation of at least five positions inside Lebanese territory prevents the army from completing its full deployment.

The British offer was conveyed during the visit of UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy to Beirut last Saturday. Well-informed government sources indicated that London proposed extending the network of observation towers it previously erected in northern and eastern Lebanon to the southern frontier with Israel. Under the plan, the towers would be handed over to the Lebanese Army to enhance its monitoring capabilities and reinforce stability in the border region.

According to the sources, Lebanon did not reject the proposal outright but informed the British side that any practical discussions would need to be preceded by efforts to secure a lasting ceasefire, end Israeli violations, and ensure the withdrawal of Israeli forces from occupied positions. Officials stressed that the border area requires calm, security guarantees, and a clear Israeli pullback before any new measures can move forward amid the current tensions.

The UK diplomatic mission in Beirut did not confirm or deny the information. A spokesperson for the British Embassy said Britain maintains a strong and longstanding partnership with the Lebanese Army and is committed to supporting the Lebanese government’s efforts to build security and stability. The spokesperson emphasized that the UK views the Lebanese Army as the sole legitimate military force of the state.

Since 2012, Britain has provided more than £115 million in support to the Lebanese military, including infrastructure, vehicles, training, equipment, and the establishment of border regiments.

During his visit, Lammy was received at Baabda Palace by Lebanese President Joseph Aoun, who expressed appreciation for Britain’s continued backing.

According to a statement from the presidency, Aoun welcomed any assistance that could help reinforce stability on the southern border and enable cooperation between the army and international forces.

He also called for diplomatic pressure on Israel to withdraw its troops, provide assurances against renewed aggression, and fully comply with Resolution 1701.