The Republican Guard Brigade hosted on May 9 the graduation ceremony of women soldiers who completed their assigned training period. The ceremony was headed by Deputy Brigade Commander, Colonel Bassam Helou representing Army Commander General Joseph Aoun, in the presence of instructors and the graduates’ parents. In his word, Helou pointed out that the Army is the shield for the country’s security and stability, calling for protecting the great accomplishments achieved so far and safeguarding the greater national interest. The ceremony closed with a military parade with the participation of the graduating female soldiers. (Al Diyar, May 11, 2019)