Amman, Oct. 7 (Petra) – Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Maj. Gen. Yousef Huneiti on Tuesday visited the Eastern Military Region Command, where he was received by the region’s commander.

In the presence of the Assistant Chief of Staff for Operations and Training, Maj. Gen. Huneiti listened to a briefing by the region’s commander on its duties and responsibilities, as well as its key operational, training, and logistical programs. The briefing also covered progress in implementing plans aimed at enhancing the readiness of personnel to improve the performance of formations and units within the region.

The army chief also inspected the Royal Field Air Defense Group/5, one of the region’s support formations, and was briefed on the group’s operations, including the main systems, weapons, and equipment it employs.

Maj. Gen. Huneiti reviewed one of the recently introduced air defense systems, aimed at strengthening the air defense network and keeping pace with developments in the operational environment, in line with the nature of emerging regional challenges. The new systems, he said, will enhance the region’s capacity to carry out its assigned missions efficiently and effectively.

He praised the efforts and dedication of the region’s personnel in protecting the country’s resources and borders, particularly through countering infiltration and smuggling attempts. He reaffirmed the General Command’s commitment to equipping all formations and units with the necessary weapons and technologies and to continuing the integration of modern technologies for the defense of the Kingdom’s borders.

At the end of the visit, which was attended by a number of senior military officers, Maj. Gen. Huneiti signed the visitors’ logbook.

//Petra// AF

07/10/2025 21:11:35