Obituary of Martyr Soldier Patrick Antranik Bekarian

The Lebanese Army Command – Directorate of Orientation mourns the martyr soldier Patrick Antranik Bekarian, who had been reported missing since April 19, 2026. It was later confirmed that he was killed after his vehicle was targeted by Israeli occupation forces, which subsequently withheld his body. His remains were handed over by the International Committee of the Red Cross on July 15, 2026. Below is a brief overview of his life:

• Born on November 16, 2002, in Midan Al Sharqi, Zahle.
• Enlisted in the Lebanese Army as a recruit soldier on March 7, 2024.
• Received commendations from the Army Commander on several occasions.
• Marital status: Single.