According to Israel Hayom, dozens of Egyptian military advisors have been dispatched to Lebanon over the past two months as part of an increasing security cooperation between the two nations.
Although the exact number of advisors remains undisclosed, they are reportedly operating at a ‘lower level.’
Israel Hayom highlights that Cairo aims to provide military equipment, including armored vehicles and air defense systems, to the Lebanese Army.The newspaper emphasizes that Egypt’s assistance is intended to support Lebanon in strengthening its institutions through the national army, rather than for political or sectarian motives.
Furthermore, this collaboration is set to extend into advanced domains, including aiding the Lebanese Army in establishing a secure communication network and enhancing its capabilities in intelligence gathering and analysis, as well as monitoring military system performance.Egyptian advisors have also been training Lebanese units in counter-terrorism and border security. Additionally several Lebanese soldiers have received training within Egypt.
On another note a former Lebanese official stated that the presence of Egyptian advisors is part of a broader support effort from several friendly nations to strengthen the Lebanese Army and enhance the stability of its military institutions.
