Chamel roukoz biography for kids
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Over 500 people attended a talk with retired general Chamel Roukoz, former commander of the Commando Regiment of the Lebanese Armed Forces.
AUT President Ghada Hinain started the event with a word of welcome. She insisted on the need for reform to remedy the current situation plagued by unprecedented levels of corruption. She also pointed to the role of AUT as a beacon of free speech.
General Roukoz, who had planted a cedar tree upon his arrival on campus, was interviewed by journalists Aline Farah, from An-Nahar daily, and Hanan Merhej from Sawt el Mada radio station. He regretted that young people had often to resort to politicians to obtain decent jobs, thereby reinforcing the influence of politicians. He encouraged young people to vote for candidates who can bring about change. He pointed to the fact that the recent municipal elections constituted a slap in the face of political parties. Roukoz also spoke about the values acquired during his military career and his future plans.
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Chamel Roukoz
Chamel Roukoz (Arabic: شامل روكز; born 8 September 1958) is a Lebanese former military officer, politician and former member of parliament. From May 2018 to 2022, he was a member of parliament who represented the Byblos–Keserwan district. Before retiring, Roukoz was the oldest commander of the Rangers Regiment and was spoken of as a potential candidate for the post of Lebanese Armed Forces Commander.
Military career
[edit]During the final phases of the Lebanese Civil War, under the leadership of Prime Minister General Aoun, Roukoz fought the Syrian forces and their Lebanese Forces allies which were assaulting the “free zones” of East Beirut. During Summer 2007, he gained recognition as a brilliant Officer during the 15-week operation against Fatah al-Islam in Nahr al-Bared camp in northern Lebanon. In addition, General Roukoz, fought Ahmed al-Assir and his supporters during the Battle of Sidon in 2013.[1] He also led battles and operations against Jabhat al-Nusra and ISIL during the Syrian Civil War's spillover in Lebanon in the Battle of Arsal and Battle of Rass Baalbak.
Awards
[edit]For his distinguished military achievements. General Roukoz awarded the National Order of Merit (Officer) by the President of France as well as the Order of