Colombo, Sri Lanka, Feb. 17 -- Sri Lanka Army issued the following press release:

The prestigious Medal Awarding Ceremony of the 15th Sri Lanka Force Protection Company at the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) took place on 11 February 2025 at the UNIFIL Headquarters in Naqoura, Lebanon.

The ceremony honoured the exemplary dedication of the Sri Lankan contingent and the troops were awarded UN medals for their service.

Major General C.B Dhakal, the Deputy Force Commander of UNIFIL, graced the event as the Chief Guest. HE Mr. K.S Jayaweera, the Ambassador of Sri Lanka to Lebanon, Senior Officers of the Lebanese Armed Forces and UNIFIL officials participated in the event.

The Sri Lanka Army was represented by Major General U...