King attends JAF ceremony marking multiple national occasions
10-06-2020 05:29 PM
Ammon News - AMMONNEWS - His Majesty King Abdullah, the Supreme Commander of the Jordan Armed Forces (JAF) - Arab Army, accompanied by His Royal Highness Crown Prince Al Hussein bin Abdullah II, on Wednesday attended a ceremony held by the JAF at the Martyr’s Memorial on the occasions of Accession to the Throne Day, the Great Arab Revolt anniversary, and Army Day.
Upon arrival at the venue, King Abdullah was welcomed by a 21-gun salute and was received by Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Maj. Gen. Yousef Hneiti.
His Majesty laid a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and recited verses from the Holy Quran. The King also toured the various facilities of the Martyr’s Memorial and signed the guestbook.
His Majesty bestowed medals on distinguished military and security personnel, in appreciation for their sacrifice and dedication to serve the nation and safeguard its security.
The ceremony, attended by Their Royal Highnesses Prince Feisal bin Al Hussein, Prince Hashim bin Al Hussein and Prince Rashid bin El Hassan, included the screening of a short video on the efforts of JAF and security agencies to protect the country.
Prime Minister Omar Razzaz, General Intelligence Department Director Maj. Gen. Ahmad Husni, and Public Security Directorate Director Maj. Gen. Hussein Hawatmeh attended the ceremony.