10/7/2026
The Embassy of the Russian Federation in Lebanon honored Brigadier Administrator Moussa Korneib, Commander of the Internal Security Forces’ Embassies, Public Administrations and Institutions Security Service, during a ceremony held on July 10, 2026, at the Embassy’s headquarters in Beirut.
The distinction was awarded pursuant to a decision by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation, which presented him with the “For Cooperation” Medal in recognition of his longstanding efforts to strengthen cooperation and coordination between the two sides.
The ceremony was attended by Brigadier Administrator Moussa Korneib’s family, Ambassador Roula Noureddine, Director of Protocol at the Lebanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Emigrants, as well as several Internal Security Forces unit commanders and senior officers.
The event opened with the Lebanese and Russian national anthems. Russian Ambassador to Lebanon Alexander Rudakov then delivered a speech praising Brigadier Korneib’s outstanding role in ensuring the security of the diplomatic corps and protecting public administrations and institutions. He also commended his efforts to enhance cooperation and coordination with the Russian Embassy, emphasizing that the award reflects the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs’ appreciation for his support and assistance and symbolizes the mutual trust and cooperation between the two sides.
Ambassador Rudakov then presented the medal to Brigadier Administrator Moussa Korneib, conveying the appreciation of the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs for his role in strengthening cooperation with the Russian diplomatic mission. He also praised the professionalism and competence of the Internal Security Forces’ Embassies, Public Administrations and Institutions Security Service and its efforts to protect diplomatic missions, international organizations, public administrations, and public institutions.
In his remarks, Brigadier Administrator Moussa Korneib expressed his pride in receiving the distinction, considering the “For Cooperation” Medal to be a tribute to the Internal Security Forces, particularly the Embassies, Public Administrations and Institutions Security Service, and to all its officers and personnel who contribute to protecting diplomatic missions. He stressed that cooperation and coordination are the foundation of strong and sustainable partnerships and that the medal serves as an incentive to continue performing his duties with professionalism and dedication. He also thanked the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Russian Embassy in Lebanon for the honor and conveyed the greetings of the Director General of the Internal Security Forces, Major General Raed Abdallah, to Ambassador Rudakov and the attendees.
The ceremony concluded with commemorative photographs.
The Directorate General of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division issued the following statement: First – Road paving works: Tomorrow, 12 September 2026, from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., a contracting company will carry out paving works on Pierre Gemayel Avenue, along the route from Corniche el-Mazraa (Saeb Salam Boulevard) toward Adlieh. Traffic will be prohibited on the lane from Barbir – Corniche el-Mazraa toward Adlieh. Vehicles will be diverted from the intersection opposite Mohammad el-Hout Street, against the normal direction of traffic toward the Museum – Adlieh Tunnel, before being redirected at the Seryan intersection toward Fiat Bridge – Ministry of Interior. Second – Road-marking works: A contracting company will carry out road-marking works in two phases: A – Phase One: from 9:00 a.m. on 12 September 2026 until 5:00 a.m. on 13 September: Works will take place from the Cola intersection toward Sports City, up to the bus parking area – Engineers’ Syndicate intersection. These works will not require the road to be closed to traffic. B – Phase Two: from 9:00 a.m. on 13 September 2026 until 5:00 a.m. on 14 September: Works will begin at the pedestrian crossing opposite the Engineers’ Syndicate, on the route coming from Sports City – Civil Defense Center, passing behind Hamza Mosque alongside the bridge, and continuing to Saeb Salam Boulevard (Corniche el-Mazraa) toward Salim Salam. The works will require temporary road closures in several stages. Citizens are kindly requested to comply with the instructions of Internal Security Forces personnel and the traffic signs installed at the site in order to facilitate traffic flow and prevent congestion.
11/9/2026
The Directorate General of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division issued the following statement: Following investigations conducted by the Information Branch in the city of Nabatiyeh, one of its patrols arrested two individuals in Adchit – Nabatiyeh on suspicion of stealing contents from a destroyed building. One of them works in the scrap-metal trade. They would sell the stolen items to a scrap yard and split the proceeds. They were identified as: M. A. (born in 1969, Egyptian national); I. M. (born in 1978, Lebanese national). The stolen property is estimated to be worth approximately US$20,000 and includes: 63 solar panels; 2 water tanks; More than 350 square meters of tiles; 3.5 cubic meters of wood; Industrial equipment and other items. During questioning, M. A. admitted that, together with I. M., he had stolen the contents of a building destroyed during the war in several batches, sold the stolen property to a scrap yard, and split the proceeds after each sale. I. M. also admitted to participating in the theft. The two detainees and the seized items were handed over to the competent unit for the necessary legal action, pursuant to the instructions of the competent judicial authority.
11/9/2026
The Directorate General of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division issued the following statement: As part of the Internal Security Forces’ daily efforts to combat crime across Lebanon, the Information Branch received information on 23 August 2026 about an unidentified individual who had thrown stones at Saint Thérèse Church in the Minieh area, shattering its windows. Following this information, the Branch’s specialized units launched field and intelligence operations to identify and apprehend the perpetrator. Investigations led to his identification and established that he was a minor born in 2010. On 26 August 2026, following close surveillance and monitoring, a Branch patrol arrested him in the Minieh area. The detained minor was handed over to the competent authority for the necessary legal action, pursuant to the instructions of the competent judicial authority.
11/9/2026
The Directorate General of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division issued the following statement: In an effort to reduce tragic road accidents, and pursuant to a decision by the Minister of Interior and Municipalities, Brigadier General Ahmad Hajjar, the Directorate General of the Internal Security Forces has begun implementing measures to enforce traffic regulations across Lebanon. Between 7 and 10 September 2026, a total of 7,352 traffic violations of various types were recorded, including speeding, driving without license plates, failure to wear a seat belt, using a mobile phone while driving, and other violations. In addition, 226 vehicles in violation of traffic regulations and 451 illegal motorcycles were impounded. The Internal Security Forces will continue to enforce the law in order to protect citizens’ lives and enhance road safety.
10/9/2026
