NNA - Sheikh Dr. Sami Abi Al-Mona, spiritual leader of the Druze community, on Wednesday contacted Acting Army Commander, Major General Hassan Audeh, and Intelligence Director, Brigadier General Tony Kahwaji, regarding the Sofar incident, which left Major Cesar Mahmoud injured during a military operation.  

Sheikh Abi Al-Mona praised Major Mahmoud’s courage and reaffirmed his support for the army, security forces, and judiciary in holding those responsible accountable. He commended the Mahmoud family’s resilience and the Sayegh family’s cooperation in de-escalating the situation.  

In a post on X platform, the Druze sheik condemned the recurring incidents of gunfire causing harm, urging authorities to enforce stricter penalties for violators and calling on communities to take social responsibility.  

Sheikh Abi Al-Mona will visit Major Mahmoud in the hospital tomorrow, accompanied by representatives from the army and intelligence, to check on his condition.

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