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King meets military retirees, families of martyrs in Al Ghamr
By JT - Feb 22,2024 - Last updated at Feb 22,2024
His Majesty King Abdullah, the Supreme Commander of the Jordan Armed Forces-Arab Army, on Wednesday meets with military retiress and families of martyrs in Al Ghamr (Photo courtesy of Royal Court)
AL GHAMR — His Majesty King Abdullah, the Supreme Commander of the Jordan Armed Forces-Arab Army (JAF), on Wednesday expressed pride in military retirees and veterans, thanking them for their service and describing them as role models for future generations.
During a meeting with military retirees and families of martyrs in Al Ghamr, His Majesty expressed best wishes to them on the occasion of Veterans Day, commending their dedication to the homeland, according to a Royal Court statement.
The King also paid tribute to the martyrs who sacrificed their lives to safeguard Jordan.
Moreover, His Majesty expressed appreciation for the role of the JAF and security personnel in safeguarding the nation and its achievements as well as defending just Arab causes, especially the Palestinian cause, stressing confidence in their readiness at all times.
Speaking at the meeting, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Maj. Gen. Yousef Huneiti said the army is dedicated to reaching out to military retirees and veterans and benefiting from their expertise.
For his part, retired Maj. Gen. Abdullah Shudaifat paid tribute to the sacrifices of the Arab Army in defending the homeland and Arab causes in Palestine, Al Karamah, and the Golan, as well as their role in maintaining international peace and security as peacekeepers in various parts of the world.
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