Aleppo’s Military Academy held a graduation ceremony for 3,000 fighters from the 76th Division of the Syrian Arab Army, attended by official and military dignitaries. The event highlighted the military leadership’s commitment to ongoing development and strengthening the defence institution’s role in securing stability and security, as reported by Syria's state agency SANA on July 2.

The graduates performed a military parade featuring infantry, armoured units, helicopters, drones, and airborne operations, demonstrating high levels of readiness, discipline, and skill in handling various combat scenarios and field challenges.

Speaking at the ceremony, Defence Minister Marahif Abu Qasrah said, “Today, here in Aleppo – the city of lions – this military academy has transformed from a symbol of fear and terrorism into a cradle of heroism and a factory for men. This military display embodies the 76th Division’s and the training authority’s commitment to continue preparing for a new phase of rebuilding an army worthy of Syria and its people.”

 “Graduating this new batch of the Syrian Arab Army marks the start of a comprehensive development process in structure, organisation and discipline, aiming to build a highly professional and efficient army that stands as an unbreakable barrier against challenges and guarantees Syria’s security and stability.” Abu Qasrah added.

As part of efforts to consolidate security and stability, the defence minister praised the Armed Forces’ role in supporting civil peace, stating: “Today we witness a model to be emulated, and we are confident that the Ministry of Defence formations will continue their active role in achieving our national goals.”

Concluding his remarks, the minister renewed the pledge to follow the path of sacrifices made by Syrian fighters in liberating the homeland and saluted the army personnel, urging them to maintain discipline and commitment, reaffirming that “through their faith and will, we build the new Syrian army.”

At the end of the ceremony, the graduates took a military oath to remain loyal soldiers of the Syrian Arab Republic, pledging to defend its land and people, uphold stability across all regions and obey military orders.

The defence minister and the commander of the 76th Division honoured a number of outstanding officers and soldiers in recognition of their excellence during training.