Beirut:Army Commander General Rodolphe Haykal attended the second Army Race in Beirut today, where around 3,500 runners participated in 10-kilometer and 5-kilometer events.

According to National news agency - Lebanon, the race was attended by notable figures including Youth and Sports Minister Nora Bayrakdarian, Beirut Governor Judge Marwan Abboud, Lebanese Athletics Federation President Roland Saade, and Beirut Marathon Association President May El Khalil.

General Haykal emphasized the deep-rooted relationship between the military and civilians, stating the Army draws its strength from the public and is actively present near homes and borders across Lebanon. He highlighted the Army's ongoing missions to combat terrorism, arms and drug trafficking, and smuggling.

Haykal urged citizens to support the Army and report suspicious activities, stressing the importance of maintaining security awareness for Lebanon's safety.

The race saw participation from military personnel, security agencies, the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL), and runners from various sports clubs, associations, and educational institutions. It was supervised by the Higher Center for Military Sports.

At the race's conclusion, General Haykal awarded prizes to the winners and congratulated all participants for their achievements.