8/7/2026
Within the framework of the strategic plan developed by the Internal Security Forces, particularly in terms of institutional and administrative development and the modernization of infrastructure, a ceremony was held on 7 July 2026 at the Le Royal Hotel – Dbayeh to launch the partnership project with the global EBSCO database, implemented for the benefit of the Internal Security Forces Library, with funding from BLOM Bank.
The ceremony was attended by the Head of the Social Services Administration Unit, Brigadier General Elie Al-Asmar, representing the Director General of the Internal Security Forces, Major General Raed Abdullah; the Vice President of Sales for the Middle East and North Africa and representative of EBSCO, Mr. Ali Abdullah; the Head of Business Development and Retail Solutions and representative of BLOM Bank, Ms. Christine Wakim; as well as the representative of the Institute of Judicial Studies, Judge Jad Maalouf; the representative of the Beirut Bar Association, lawyer Alexander Najjar; the representative of the Bar Association in the North, Dr. Odine Salloum; representatives of the Scientific Supervisory Committee of the Security Studies Journal, the Lebanese University, and a number of private universities, in addition to officers from the Internal Security Forces.
After the Lebanese national anthem, Administrative Major Linda Ghosban and Administrative Major Micheline Sfeir welcomed the attendees.
Mr. Ali Abdullah then delivered a speech in which he affirmed that the digital library initiative comes within the framework of EBSCO’s support for digital transformation and the enhancement of access to knowledge. He noted that it provides Internal Security Forces personnel with an integrated knowledge platform that supports continuous training and performance development. He explained that investing in knowledge constitutes a fundamental pillar for building capacities and preparing human resources capable of keeping pace with developments, expressing his pride in the partnership with the Internal Security Forces and in the role of this platform in promoting institutional excellence.
For his part, Brigadier General Elie Al-Asmar pointed out that the launch of the Internal Security Forces electronic library constitutes a pivotal milestone in the development of knowledge-based work within the institution, and a qualitative step that reflects the leadership’s vision of moving toward a modern digital environment. This environment enables officers, personnel, and their families to access more than 300,000 sources, thereby strengthening continuous learning and professional development. He noted that the project falls within the strategic plan of the Internal Security Forces and was achieved thanks to the support of the Director General and the partnership with both EBSCO and BLOM Bank, praising the efforts of all parties that contributed to its success. He stressed that the electronic library is not merely a technical project, but rather a sustainable knowledge platform aimed at strengthening scientific research, developing performance, building capacities, and raising the level of readiness, based on the belief that investing in knowledge forms the foundation of effective security and sustainable institutional development.
The ceremony concluded with a presentation delivered by the representative of EBSCO, Mr. Ali Abdullah, during which he addressed the mechanism for using the digital platform and ways to benefit from its diverse content and resources, allowing for more effective access to knowledge. Commemorative shields were also exchanged between Brigadier General Elie Al-Asmar and Mr. Ali Abdullah, in appreciation of the partnership and cooperation in implementing this project.
The Directorate General of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division issued the following statement: As part of the Internal Security Forces’ ongoing efforts to track down and apprehend individuals wanted by the judiciary, a patrol from the Halba Judicial Detachment of the Judicial Police Unit arrested the following individual on 23 August 2026: J. D. (born in 1986, Lebanese national), nicknamed “Doctor Food,” who is wanted under two judicial warrants—an apprehension warrant and an arrest warrant—for a drug-related offence. His arrest came after a month of investigations and surveillance, during a carefully planned raid on his residence in the Rahbeh – Akkar area. It should be noted that the suspect would film his content and then deliberately leave his place of residence, frequently changing the vehicles and phone numbers he used in an attempt to evade surveillance and prevent the authorities from locating him. However, following continued investigative efforts, the competent unit succeeded in locating and arresting him. The necessary legal measures were taken against him, and he was referred to the competent authority pursuant to judicial instructions.
23/8/2026
The Directorate General of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division issued the following statement: On 21 August 2026, the body of an unidentified man, in an advanced state of decomposition and with facial features no longer clearly recognizable, was found in the Choueifat area near Spot Mall. The body was transferred to the morgue at Baabda Governmental Hospital. Description: A man in his thirties, wearing tight camouflage-patterned (“Marines”) trousers and a black jacket. Accordingly, and pursuant to the instructions of the competent judicial authority, the Directorate General of the Internal Security Forces asks his relatives or anyone with information that may help identify him to contact the Choueifat Police Station of the Territorial Gendarmerie Unit at 05-533140, so that the necessary legal procedures can be completed prior to the release of the body to his family.
23/8/2026
The Directorate General of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division issued the following statement: A contracting company will carry out road milling and asphalt paving works along Pierre Gemayel Avenue, according to the following schedule: On 24 August 2026, from 8:00 p.m. until 5:00 a.m. the following day, works will take place on the lane from Corniche el-Mazraa toward Adlieh. Traffic coming from Barbir – Corniche el-Mazraa toward Adlieh will be closed and diverted from the intersection opposite Mohammad el-Hout Street, against the normal direction of traffic, toward the Museum – Adlieh Tunnel. Vehicles will then be directed out opposite the Seryan intersection, continuing toward Fiat Bridge – Ministry of Interior.Asphalt paving will also be carried out on the same stretch starting at 7:00 a.m. on 29 and 30 August 2026, with the same traffic diversions in place. On 25 and 26 August 2026, from 8:00 p.m. until 5:00 a.m. the following day, works will take place along Pierre Gemayel Avenue, from SKIN Pharmacy toward Corniche el-Mazraa – Mohammad el-Hout exit. Traffic coming from Adlieh toward Corniche el-Mazraa will be diverted against the normal direction of traffic through the Adlieh – Museum Tunnel until the Mohammad el-Hout Street exit, where motorists will turn right and resume the normal direction of traffic.Asphalt paving on this stretch will begin at 7:00 a.m. on 5 September 2026, with the same traffic measures in place. Citizens are kindly requested to take note and comply with the instructions of Internal Security Forces personnel and the traffic signs installed at the aforementioned locations, in order to facilitate traffic flow and prevent congestion.
23/8/2026
The Directorate General of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division issued the following statement: On 20 August 2026, the Information Branch arrested: B. S. (born in 1985, Lebanese national), on charges of theft and fraud. He is suspected of carrying out several thefts using a fraudulent scheme. He would contact jewelry stores and ask them to send jewelry via delivery workers. After receiving the order, he would make the delivery workers believe that he was going inside the building to get the money, before escaping through another exit in the building he had deliberately chosen to carry out the scheme. His crimes included the theft of jewelry and mobile phones. Accordingly, and pursuant to the instructions of the competent judicial authority, the Directorate General of the Internal Security Forces is circulating his photograph and asks anyone who has fallen victim to his activities and recognizes him to contact the Beirut Information Branch at 01-705127, so that the necessary legal procedures can be taken.
23/8/2026
