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UNHCR commends Jordan army's humanitarian role

By Petra - Feb 19,2014 - Last updated at Feb 19,2014

AMMAN — UNHCR Representative to Jordan Andrew on Wednesday commended the role of the Jordan Armed Forces (JAF) in providing protection to Syrian refugees fleeing violence in their country.

Harper described the JAF as a "humanitarian model" in the region, commending the army personnel's "tremendous" efforts in providing Syrian refugees, including women and children, with all forms of protection and assistance.

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