Suleiman: Security is a Red Line

Army Commander Gen. Michel Suleiman said Monday the nation”s security is a “red line” and urged his troops to defend the homeland and the people”s safety.

 

Suleiman made the remarks to troops deployed in north Lebanon, including soldiers manning the Nahr al-Bared Palestinian refugee camp.

 

“The army now is stronger and more immune, thanks to the martyrs who have fallen during its long march,” Suleiman said.

 

He urged the regular force to “stay away from political wrangling and proceed with the march of sacrifice, irrespective of the risks and difficulties.”

 

The nation”s “security is a red line … it is the people”s right ,” said the commander.

 

He urged the troops to be “prepared and ready to defend the homeland and the people”s safety.”