Qahwaji Vows Efforts to Release Kidnapped Soldiers

W300

Army Commander Maj Gen. Jean Qahwaji renewed on Tuesday the army’s pledge to carry on its efforts and unearth the fate of the soldiers that are held captive by the Islamic State group, the state-run National News Agency reported.

“On the 16th anniversary of Resistance and Liberation Day, I hereby renew the army’s commitment to uncover the fate of their fellow soldiers kidnapped by the terrorist groups,” said Qahwaji in his Order of the Day.

He extended deepest sympathies to their families.

Several servicemen were abducted during battles with the al-Qaida-affiliated al-Nusra Front and the IS in Arsal in 2014.

Nineteen soldiers were released late in 2015, while nine are still held captive by the IS.

D.A.

M.T.

SourceNaharnet