Issued by the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division, the following statement: Based on information received by the Mount Lebanon Investigation Division of the Regional Gendarmerie Unit regarding a shooting incident in the locality of Bir Hassan – Al-Mourouj School Street, where an unidentified individual, driving a black BMW X5 against the flow of traffic, opened fire with a military pistol following a verbal altercation between him and another driver who happened to be passing through the area. The gunfire struck a Honda vehicle driven by a female citizen who was passing through the المذكورة location, without any reported injuries. As a result of investigations, field follow-up, and surveillance, the ownership of the vehicle and the identity of its driver were determined. His location was also identified in the Moawad area – commercial market. Accordingly, a patrol from the division proceeded to the location, cordoned off the area, and arrested him while he was inside the المذكورة vehicle. He is identified as: A.A. (born in 1991, Syrian national) The suspect and the vehicle were handed over to the competent unit in order to undertake the necessary legal proceedings against him, based on the direction of the competent judicial authority.
27/2/2026
Issued by the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division, the following statement: As part of the daily efforts undertaken by the Internal Security Forces to combat drug trafficking and promotion across various Lebanese regions, information was obtained by the Information Branch regarding two unidentified individuals involved in drug distribution in the Mount Lebanon area, particularly in the Metn district. Following investigations, field inquiries, and intelligence operations, the identities of the two dealers were established, and they were arrested in the locality of Dbayeh while distributing drugs aboard a black Nissan vehicle, which was seized. They are: A.H. (born in 1999, Syrian national) A.R.J. (born in 1976, Syrian national) A search of the suspects and the vehicle led to the seizure of the following: Two plastic containers marked with a crown symbol containing cocaine. Six plastic containers labeled “Yellow” with an eagle symbol containing cocaine. Eighteen packets labeled “Black” with an eagle symbol containing cocaine. Nine envelopes labeled “White” with an eagle symbol containing cocaine paste (baz). One container holding “foreign” cocaine. 11 Captagon pills. 13 pieces of cannabis resin (hashish). A sum of money and three mobile phones. During interrogation, both suspects confessed to the charges brought against them. The necessary legal measures were taken against them, and they were referred, along with the seized items, to the competent judicial authority upon the direction of the judiciary.
27/2/2026
Issued by the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations DivisionThe following statement: As part of the daily follow-up carried out by the Internal Security Forces to pursue perpetrators of crimes, as well as suspicious individuals and persons wanted by the judiciary in various Lebanese regions. On 17/02/2026, while citizen: M. A. (born in 2003)was traveling on the main road of the town of Al-Mouhammara – Akkar, driving his red Toyota van, the individual: H. R. (born in 1997, Lebanese) kidnapped (M. A.) inside the van due to a financial dispute between them and took him to an unknown destination. Following field investigations and intensive inquiries, and only a few hours after the kidnapping, a patrol from the Information Branch, through a well-planned ambush in the town of Bebnine, succeeded in freeing the victim, recovering the van, and arresting the kidnapper. It was found that the latter was wanted by the judiciary under two arrest warrants for theft and felony, as well as a conviction for belonging to a terrorist organization. The detainee was handed over to the competent unit in order to carry out the necessary legal measures against him, in accordance with the instructions of the competent judicial authority.
26/2/2026
Issued by the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations DivisionThe following statement: The Saida Judicial Detachment of the Judicial Police Unit received a complaint from a female citizen against an unknown individual for theft from inside her vehicle in the Nabi Sari area, near the Loubiyeh junction. The suspect misled her into believing that he would repair the car, then stole her wallet and fled on his motorcycle. She stated that she photographed him with her mobile phone after sensing that he intended to steal from her. Accordingly, and based on the instructions of the competent judicial authority, the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces requests that anyone who has information about him or his whereabouts proceed to the aforementioned detachment, located in Haret Saida – Mar Elias hill, or call either of the following numbers: 07-754308 or 07-729147, in order to provide any relevant information.It is noted that the identity of anyone who contributes by providing information will remain strictly confidential, in accordance with the law.
26/2/2026
General Directorate of Internal Security Forces – Public Relations The following statement: In the context of the ongoing daily efforts by the Internal Security Forces to combat crimes across all Lebanese regions, the Information Branch received reports of citizens in Tripoli being subjected to fraud-based thefts carried out by an individual on a motorbike, who deceives victims by claiming they hit him. Following this, the specialized units of the branch initiated field and investigative procedures to identify and apprehend the suspect. As a result of the investigations, his identity was confirmed as: • Y. H. (born 1992, Lebanese) He has multiple judicial warrants for theft, forming a gang, drug-related crimes, and impersonating a security officer. On 18-2-2026, in a targeted operation, one of the branch’s patrols arrested him in Sahat Al-Noor – Tripoli on a white "Sweet" motorbike, which was seized. A glass panel belonging to a car sunroof was also found in his possession. Upon interrogation, he confessed to the acts attributed to him. Specifically, he would deceive his victims by claiming they hit him while he was riding his motorbike (the one seized). He would then drop a car sunroof panel he carried to break it upon contact with the vehicle, demanding a financial settlement from the driver in exchange for the panel, presenting a fake invoice dated the same day claiming he had purchased it. Legal procedures were carried out against him, and he was handed over to the relevant authority along with the confiscated items, following the instructions of the competent judiciary. Therefore, and based on the judiciary’s instructions, the General Directorate of Internal Security Forces circulates the image of the detainee and requests that anyone who recognizes him or has fallen victim to his acts report to the North Information Branch, Tripoli Serail, or contact +0 6 423086 to take the necessary legal actions.
25/2/2026
General Directorate of Internal Security Forces – Public Relations The following statement: In the context of the ongoing work carried out by the Internal Security Forces to combat all types of crimes across Lebanon, and particularly drug trafficking and distribution, the Bekaa Investigation Unit received information regarding the activities of: A. D. (born 1958, Lebanese) It was reported that he purchased a quantity of drugs in Hortaala with the intention of distributing them in the city of Zahle. Immediately, and following precise monitoring and surveillance operations, one of the unit’s patrols arrested him in Farzal, in front of "Al-Hamra Plaza" Center, driving a Mercedes car. Upon searching him, the following items were found in his possession: 4 nylon bags containing base cocaine. A white paper containing approximately 7 grams of cocaine. A mobile phone, a sum of money, his personal identification record, and the vehicle registration of the car he was driving. The detainee, along with the confiscated items, was handed over to the relevant authority to take the necessary legal measures, in accordance with the instructions of the competent judiciary.
25/2/2026
Issued by the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division, the following statement: As part of the daily follow-up carried out by the Internal Security Forces to combat drug trafficking and promotion in various Lebanese regions, the Information Branch obtained information about two unidentified individuals promoting drugs in Mount Lebanon. As a result of investigations, field operations, and intelligence inquiries, the identities of the two dealers were determined, and they were arrested in flagrante delicto in the area of Byblos while promoting drugs aboard a silver Jeep Grand Cherokee, which was seized. They are: M. Kh. (born in 2004, Syrian) J. H. (born in 2001, Lebanese) Upon searching them and the vehicle, the following were seized: 26 pills containing baz substance 12 packages containing cocaine One pill containing foreign cocaine 17 bags containing cannabis (hashish) A sum of money and three mobile phones During interrogation, they confessed to the charges against them, namely promoting drugs in Mount Lebanon areas. Legal measures were taken against them, and they, along with the seized items, were referred to the competent judicial authority based on the direction of the judiciary.
24/2/2026
Issued by the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division, the following statement: As part of the ongoing efforts carried out by the Internal Security Forces to pursue wanted persons, drug traffickers, and dealers, information was received by the Mount Lebanon Investigation Unit of the Regional Gendarmerie regarding two individuals promoting drugs in the Airport Road area while riding a motorcycle. Following intensive investigations and inquiries conducted by the unit’s personnel, their identities were identified and they were arrested in the aforementioned area on a “GR” motorcycle. They are: A. A. (born in 1991, Syrian), wanted for forgery A. Z. (born in 2000, Syrian) Seized from their possession were: 38 plastic containers containing narcotic substances A six-click knife A sum of money A mobile phone In a separate development, based on similar information regarding drug-dealing activity in the Halat area, and following surveillance and monitoring operations, the suspects’ location in the same area was identified. A force from the Mount Lebanon Investigation Unit carried out an operation that led to their arrest in flagrante delicto. They are: M. A. (born in 1997, Syrian)M. A. (born in 2002, Syrian) Upon searching them, the following items were seized: 11 wraps sealed with “Sanita” containing a white narcotic substance 16 wraps containing a white narcotic substance A quantity of hashish A sum of money A dagger A motorcycle Three mobile phones The detainees and the seized items were handed over to the competent units for the necessary legal measures to be taken against them, based on the direction of the competent judiciary.
24/2/2026
A conference on disaster and crisis management at the Internal Security Forces Institute – Aaramoun.
20/2/2026
A conference on disaster and crisis management at the Internal Security Forces Institute – Aaramoun.
As part of strengthening coordination measures in disaster and crisis management, and drawing lessons learned from previous experiences and gaps that can be addressed—aiming to develop training content for all Internal Security Forces personnel in this field—a conference was held on the morning of 17/02/2026 at Major Martyr Wissam Eid Barracks – Internal Security Forces Institute / Aaramoun – Ambassador Major General Ahmed Al-Haj Hall, under the patronage of the Director General of the Internal Security Forces, Major General Raed Abdullah, represented by the Commander of the ISF Institute, Brigadier General Ahmad Abla. The conference was attended by the Secretary-General of the National Council for Scientific Research (CNRS), Dr. Shadi Abdullah; the Head of Humanitarian Affairs at the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (UNOCHA), Ms. Joelle Harfouch; representatives of the Lebanese Army, the General Directorate of State Security, the General Directorate of General Security, and the Higher Relief Commission; CNRS member Dr. Ruba Ziade; Dean of the Faculty of Health Sciences at the American University of Beirut (AUB), Dr. Iman Nuwayhid; representatives of the Ministries of Education, Public Health, and Social Affairs; representatives of the Governor of Beirut; the General Directorate of Civil Defense; the Beirut Fire Brigade; Caritas Lebanon; the Lebanese Red Cross; associations and institutions; in addition to a number of concerned officers. The conference opened with the national anthem, followed by a welcoming speech by the master of ceremonies and moderator of the discussion panels, Brigadier General Amr Al-Yafawi, Head of the Research and Lessons Department at the ISF Institute. Brigadier General Abla then delivered a speech, stating that the conference constitutes a key milestone for exchanging expertise and enhancing cooperation among stakeholders in crisis and disaster management. He stressed that disasters do not distinguish between regions, which necessitates unified efforts. He explained that crisis management is based on three pillars: alignment with the national strategy, proactive prevention, and practical cooperation among partners. He emphasized that confronting disasters requires coordination among ministries, security agencies, civil defense, health institutions, and civil society organizations, concluding by reaffirming the ISF’s commitment to being an active partner in shaping a shared vision to strengthen Lebanon’s capacity to face crises and disasters. Subsequently, an overview of the general framework of the ISF’s role in disaster management was presented by the Head of the Operations Room at the ISF General Directorate, Major Youssef Rahmeh. Participants then took part in three interventions on “The Reality of Practical Experiences in Disaster Management,” moderated by Brigadier General Al-Yafawi. The meeting concluded with emphasis on the following points: the necessity of prior and continuous coordination before, during, and after crises; enhancing mutual awareness among responding entities; the need to intensify training and conduct regular joint exercises to ensure more effective implementation and continuous updating of written plans; and addressing shortages in material, logistical, and human capacities. In closing, participants expressed their appreciation for the importance and timeliness of the conference, stressing the need to maintain ongoing cooperation among various security agencies, official administrations, and the ISF. It was agreed to continue coordination and hold regular meetings, conferences, and training sessions to develop joint work, strengthen cooperation, and ensure proper implementation.
A global sporting achievement in kickboxing accomplished by Staff Sergeant Youssef Abboud.
11/2/2026
A global sporting achievement in kickboxing accomplished by Staff Sergeant Youssef Abboud.
On 24-01-2026, the final match of the WAKO Professional World Kickboxing Championship was held at the Camille Chamoun Sports City Stadium in Beirut, attended by more than 3,000 spectators. Staff Sergeant Youssef Abboud, one of the non-commissioned officers of the Internal Security Forces, took part in the event, competing against Swiss opponent FLORAN QUAJAK, IFN World Kickboxing Champion. Staff Sergeant Abboud won the title and was crowned Professional World Champion, becoming the only Arab and Lebanese champion to have achieved the WAKO PRO, WBC, and ACS Europe belts in different weight categories. Throughout his career to date, he has recorded 74 victories, including 12 by knockout, مقابل 10 defeats. His notable achievements include: • WBC World Boxing Council Muay Thai• ACS Europe• WAKO World K1 Champion• WAKO Intercontinental K1 Champion• Lebanon Championship (Cadets and Juniors) in Muay Thai• Lebanon First Division Championship in Muay Thai – 13 times• Gold medal at the Amateur Muay Thai World Championship (2014 and 2018)• Asian Professional Championship Belt (2016)• Bronze medal at the IFMA Elite World Championship (2019)• Silver medal at the World Championship (2019), after refusing to face an Israeli player in the final• Silver medal at the Asian Elite Championship (2019)
The Internal Security Forces participate in a seminar to enhance community engagement in the town of Al-Qaa
6/2/2026
The Internal Security Forces participate in a seminar to enhance community engagement in the town of Al-Qaa
As part of strengthening communication between the local community and the Internal Security Forces within the concept of community policing, Major Mohammad Tofeili delivered an interactive seminar entitled “Enhancing Communication Between the Community and the Police and Building Trust.” The seminar was organized by the Municipality of Al-Qaa – Reading and Cultural Activation Center in the town. The seminar was held in the presence of the Mayor of Al-Qaa, lawyer Bashir Matar; the Director of Al-Qaa Official Secondary School, Mr. Michel Makhlouf; the Principal of Al-Qaa Official Intermediate School, Ms. Nadine Matar; and the Director of the Reading and Cultural Activation Center, Ms. Olga Al-Toum, in addition to a number of teachers and students. During the seminar, Major Tofeili addressed the importance of building trust and strengthening dialogue between the Internal Security Forces and the community, emphasizing the role of positive communication in reinforcing community partnership. The seminar featured an open discussion and notable participation from the students.
The following statement was issued by the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division: Based on the instructions of the competent judicial authority, the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces circulates the photo of the missing minor: -Ahmad Fadi Al-Hussein (born in 2009, Lebanese), who left his family home located in Sahat Al-Nour / Tripoli on 14-02-2026 to an unknown destination and has not returned to date. Anyone who has seen him or has any information about him or his whereabouts is requested to contact the Al-Tall Police Station of the Regional Gendarmerie Unit at 06-448303 and provide any available information.
17/2/2026
Issued by the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division, the following statement: Based on the directive of the competent judicial authority, the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces circulates the photo of the missing person: Abdul Rahman Ahmad Handoush (born in 1999, Lebanese) He left his workplace in the Khaldeh area on 10-02-2026 to an unknown destination and has not returned to date. Therefore, anyone who has seen him or has any information about him or his whereabouts is requested to contact the Dennieh Police Station of the Regional Gendarmerie Unit at the following number: 06-490673, in order to provide any available information.
15/2/2026
Issued by the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division The following statement: Pursuant to instructions from the competent judicial authority, the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces circulates the photo of the missing person: Carol Omar El Kourani (born in 1999, Lebanese) She left on 10-02-2026 her family home located in Jdeidet El Qaytaa (Akkar) – Main Street, to an unknown destination and has not returned to date. Accordingly, anyone who has seen her or has any information about her or her whereabouts is requested to contact the Berqayel Police Station of the Regional Gendarmerie Unit at: 06-370744, in order to provide any relevant information.
12/2/2026
Issued by the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations DivisionThe following statement: The General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces circulates, based on instructions from the competent judicial authority, the photograph of the missing person: Roqayya Hussein Kamal Al-Din (born in 1994, Lebanese), who left, on 08/02/2026, her family’s residence located in Al-Damm wa Al-Farz area / Tripoli, to an unknown destination and has not returned to date. Accordingly, anyone who has seen her or has any information about her or her whereabouts is requested to contact the Al-Tall Police Station, affiliated with the Regional Gendarmerie Unit, at the following number: 06-448303, to provide any relevant information.
10/2/2026
صدر عن المديريّة العامّة لقوى الأمن الدّاخلي ـ شعبة العلاقات العامّة البلاغ التّالي: تُعمِّم المديريّة العامة لقوى الأمن الدّاخلي، بناءً على إشارة القضاء المختصّ، صورة المفقود: - علي عصام حميد (مواليد 2003، لبناني)الذي خرج بتاريخ 31-1-2026 من منزله الكائن في محلّة صيدا، ولغاية تاريخه لم يعد. لذلك، يُرجى من الذين شاهدوه أو لديهم أيّ معلومات عنه أو عن مكانه، الاتّصال بمخفر حارة صيدا في وحدة الدّرك الإقليمي على الرقم 720095-07 للإدلاء بما لديهم من معلومات.
1/2/2026
صــدر عــــن المديريّـة العـامّـة لقــوى الأمــن الـدّاخلي ـ شعبة العـلاقـات العـامّـة البــــــلاغ التّالــــــي: تُعمِّم المديريّة العامّة لقوى الأمن الدّاخلي، بناءً على إشارة القضاء المختص، صورة المفقودة: ماري بولس مبارك نهره (مواليد عام 1942، لبنانية) التي غادرت بتاريخ 19-12-2025 منزلها في الحدث، ولم تعد حتّى تاريخه. علمًا أنّها مصابة بمرض ألزهايمر. لذلك، يرجى من الذين شاهدوها ولديهم أيّ معلومات عنها أو عن مكانها، الاتّصال بفصيلة الحدث في وحدة الدرك الإقليمي على رقم الهاتف 466553- 05 للإدلاء بما لديهم من معلومات.
20/12/2025
Issued by the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division The following statement: Upon the request of the competent judiciary, the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces circulates the photo of the missing person: Elias Michel Haddad (born in 1987, Lebanese) He left his family’s home in the town of Kfarmatta in 2023 and has not returned to this day. It is worth noting that he is a person with special needs. Therefore, anyone who has seen him or has any information about him or his whereabouts is kindly asked to contact the Baabda Judicial Detachment in the Judicial Police Unit at one of the following numbers: 05-922173 or 05-921115, and provide any information they may have.
8/10/2025
The General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces announces that on April 1, 2025, at approximately 9:30 AM, a child—believed to be around five years old—was found in the Al-Mina area of Tripoli, near Al-Nasr School. According to his own statements, the child’s name is Mohammed Omar Al-Ali, and he is of Syrian nationality. In accordance with the directives of the competent judiciary, the Internal Security Forces are circulating his photo and request that anyone who recognizes him or has information about his family contact the Mina Police Station at 06-616985. Your cooperation is essential to ensuring the child’s safe return to his family.
1/4/2025
