Amman: Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Maj. Gen. Yousef Ahmad Al-Hunaiti visited Arlington National Cemetery on Wednesday during his official visit to the United States, where he laid a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in honor of military personnel who lost their lives in wars and while serving their country.
According to Jordan News Agency, the wreath-laying ceremony was conducted in accordance with military protocol. Maj. Gen. Al-Hunaiti rendered a military salute at the tomb as the military farewell bugle was played, while attendees observed a moment of silence in tribute to the sacrifices of fallen service members.
During the visit, Al-Hunaiti was briefed on the historical and military significance of Arlington National Cemetery and its symbolic role in commemorating members of the U.S. Armed Forces who died in the line of duty.
The visit forms part of a series of meetings and official engagements being held by the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff during his visit to Washington, D.C., aimed at strengthening Jordanian-U.S. military and defense cooperation and expanding coordination and the exchange of expertise between the armed forces of the two friendly countries.