The Directorate General of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division issued the following communiqué: As competition intensifies in the FIFA World Cup 2026 matches, with the tournament reaching the knockout stages, and amid the accompanying celebrations and cheering, the Directorate General of the Internal Security Forces reminds citizens of the need to express victory or defeat in a sportsmanlike spirit and in a civilized and responsible manner, away from any aggressive or dangerous behavior. It also calls on citizens to completely refrain from firing shots into the air, or using fireworks that may cause casualties and spark fires in homes and wooded areas, or engaging in any behavior that could endanger public safety, particularly sitting on car windows or standing through sunroofs while vehicles are moving. The Directorate notes that, during the events of the 2022 World Cup, such practices resulted in 42 incidents, including 25 cases of celebratory gunfire, in addition to other incidents involving gunfire in protest or anger, marches and gatherings accompanied by gunfire, as well as disputes and the brandishing of weapons. During the 2026 World Cup competitions to date, 8 cheering-related incidents have also been recorded, including disputes, gunfire in protest, and the throwing of fireworks that resulted in injuries. These practices have nothing to do with cheering. They may lead to deaths or injuries, endanger public safety, spread fear and panic among citizens, and cause disputes, assaults, and damage to public and private property. The Directorate affirms that celebratory gunfire, the use of fireworks, and all other acts that threaten security and public order are unlawful practices. Their perpetrators will be prosecuted in accordance with the law, without any leniency. The competent units are also conducting the necessary investigations with violators in preparation for taking legal measures against them. Therefore, the Directorate calls on all drivers, fans, and citizens to abide by the laws and comply with the instructions of Internal Security Forces personnel, in order to preserve their safety and the safety of others, and to avoid turning moments of joy into tragedies with grave consequences. Your joy is a responsibility… and one bullet can end a life. #Celebrate_in_a_Sportsmanlike_Spirit
7/7/2026
The Directorate General of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division issued the following communiqué: After several complaints were filed with the Antelias Police Station of the Regional Gendarmerie Unit against an unknown person impersonating a municipal police officer or a security officer, and carrying out armed robberies, particularly along the seaside corniche in the Marina area of Dbayeh, using a dangerous and repeated criminal method that posed a direct threat to citizens’ security and safety, the personnel of the Jdeideh Judicial Detachment of the Judicial Police Unit launched their investigations and intensified their inquiries and surveillance to identify and arrest the perpetrator. As a result of the follow-up, the Detachment was able to identify the suspect, who turned out to be the detainee: M. H., born in 1995, Lebanese national He had previously been arrested by the Information Branch for theft, and his photo had been circulated so that those who had fallen victim to his acts could identify him. During questioning regarding the armed robbery cases, he confessed to the charges attributed to him and admitted to carrying out more than 50 robberies in the Marina area of Dbayeh, using the same criminal method. Therefore, and based on the instructions of the competent judiciary, the Directorate General of the Internal Security Forces is circulating the photo of the detainee and asks those who fell victim to his acts and recognized him to come to the headquarters of the Jdeideh Judicial Detachment, or to call: 01-901203, in preparation for taking the necessary legal measures.
7/7/2026
The Directorate General of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division issued the following communiqué: As part of the daily follow-up carried out by the Internal Security Forces to pursue and arrest persons wanted by the judiciary and suspects across various Lebanese regions, and as a result of the field and intelligence follow-up conducted by the specialized units, the Information Branch was able to determine the whereabouts of one of the most dangerous persons wanted by the judiciary inside the Sabra camp. He had been in hiding for a long period due to his criminal activity. He is identified as: H. A. R. born in 1996, Palestinian national There are 26 judicial warrants against him for crimes including drug trafficking, arms trafficking, shooting, and smuggling prohibited items into prison. He is considered a dangerous individual and continuously carries a weapon. Orders were given to work on arresting him as quickly as possible. On 15 June 2026, after close surveillance and monitoring, one of the Branch’s patrols was able to arrest him after setting up a carefully planned ambush inside the aforementioned camp. A military pistol was seized in his possession. The necessary legal measures were taken against him, and he was handed over, along with the seized pistol, to the competent authority, based on the instructions of the competent judiciary.
7/7/2026
Issued by the Directorate General of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division The following statement was issued: A video clip of an interview conducted during a television program is being circulated on social media, in which the sister of inmate K. M. (born in 1975, Lebanese) made fabricated accusations regarding the alleged mistreatment of her brother by members of the Internal Security Forces, in addition to a series of inaccurate claims. The Directorate General of the Internal Security Forces wishes to clarify the following: The aforementioned inmate had previously been admitted to prison several times during the years 2009, 2012, 2014, and 2018. His most recent admission was on 06-12-2021. Several judgment summaries have been issued against him, sentencing him to ten years of imprisonment, in addition to dozens of judicial warrants issued by the competent judiciary. He has committed several criminal acts and violations inside prisons, documented in 17 reports, most notably: riots, setting fire inside Qobbeh Prison, kidnapping military personnel, assault and battery, death threats, detaining inmates, imposing extortion payments, smuggling prohibited items, possessing mobile phones, self-inflicted cutting, vandalism inside prison, indecent acts, etc. This required his transfer, on more than one occasion, to several prisons for disciplinary reasons, namely: Zahle, Baalbek, Jbeil, Jezzine, Jeb Jennine, Qobbeh, Roumieh, and Amioun. The latest of these measures took place on 06-01-2026, when K. M., while in Jeb Jennine Prison, attempted to smuggle prohibited items and bribe one of the officers. On 07-01-2026, he also went on a hunger strike. After ending his strike, he was transferred to Jbeil Prison in consideration of his family situation and to facilitate communication with his relatives. On 02-06-2026, he inflicted cuts on himself, and was therefore transferred for disciplinary reasons to Zahle Prison, where he repeated the same act. He was then transferred for disciplinary reasons to Baalbek Prison, and subsequently to Batroun Prison. The Directorate General of the Internal Security Forces affirms that the measures taken against the aforementioned inmate were carried out within the applicable legal and regulatory frameworks, with the aim of maintaining order inside prisons, ensuring the safety of inmates and personnel assigned to guard duty, and preventing the smuggling of prohibited items or the commission of any violations or criminal acts inside detention facilities. It also affirms that it will not tolerate any attempt to distort the image of the institution or slander its members through fabricated news or unsubstantiated allegations, and that it reserves its right to file a legal claim against the sister of the aforementioned inmate.
6/7/2026
Issued by the Directorate General of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division The following statement was issued: As part of the ongoing follow-up carried out by the Internal Security Forces to combat motorcycle theft operations across various Lebanese regions, information was obtained by the Information Branch regarding two unidentified persons carrying out motorcycle thefts in areas within the governorates of Beirut and Mount Lebanon. As a result of intensive investigations and inquiries, the Branch was able to identify them as: H. D. (born in 1996, Lebanese) H. H. (born in 2005, Lebanese) It was found that they are wanted by the judiciary for the crimes of forming a gang, theft, and drug-related offenses. On 27-06-2026, following precise surveillance and monitoring, one of the Branch’s patrols managed to arrest them in the Hadath area, on board an olive-colored “GR” motorcycle without license plates, which was seized. Upon searching them and the motorcycle, the following items were seized: A military pistol with two magazines containing 36 live rounds A military pistol with a magazine containing 9 live rounds Two mobile phones. During the investigation, the first suspect confessed to the charges brought against him, namely carrying out around 50 motorcycle thefts from in front of houses in several areas of Beirut and Mount Lebanon, including Salim Salam, Dora, and the southern suburbs. He also admitted to using drugs, particularly hashish and Tramal. The second suspect also confessed to the charges brought against him and admitted to using hashish. They further stated that they had purchased the two seized pistols found in their possession from a person in Burj El-Barajneh Camp. The necessary legal measures were taken against them, and they were referred, along with the seized items, to the concerned authority, based on the instructions of the competent judiciary.
6/7/2026
Issued by the Directorate General of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division The following statement was issued: As part of the ongoing follow-up carried out by the Internal Security Forces to combat drug promotion operations across various Lebanese regions, information was obtained by the Information Branch regarding an unidentified person promoting drugs in Mount Lebanon, particularly in the Metn areas. Accordingly, the specialized units of the Branch began their field and intelligence measures to identify and arrest the aforementioned drug dealer. As a result of investigations and inquiries, the Branch was able to identify him as: A. M. (born in 1989, Syrian national) On 23-06-2026, following precise surveillance and monitoring, one of the Branch’s patrols managed to arrest him in the act in the Dbayeh area, while he was promoting drugs on board a silver Kia Cerato vehicle, which was seized. Upon searching him and the vehicle, the following items were seized: 3 plastic containers marked “Fear Nothing,” containing cocaine. 13 plastic containers marked “Fear Nothing” in red, containing cocaine base. 25 plastic containers marked “Fear Nothing” in black, containing cocaine base. A bag containing 14 Captagon pills. 3 mobile phones and a sum of money. During the investigation, he confessed to the charges brought against him. The necessary legal measures were taken against him, and he was referred, along with the seized items, to the competent authority, based on the instructions of the judiciary.
5/7/2026
Issued by the Directorate General of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division The following statement was issued: On 02-07-2026, on Ziad Rahbani Highway – eastern lane, opposite Al-Ansar Stadium, a collision occurred between a motorcycle driven by an unidentified person, who had no document identifying him, and a disabled tanker truck parked on the side of the road. As a result of the accident, the motorcycle rider was transferred to Al-Rasoul Al-Aazam Hospital while unconscious. He is currently in the intensive care unit. His description: a foreign man in his thirties, dark-skinned, with black hair, of medium build, clean-shaven, with no distinctive marks and no tattoos. Therefore, based on the instructions of the competent judiciary, the Directorate General of the Internal Security Forces requests anyone who has any information about him to come to the Dahiyeh Traffic Detachment of the Regional Gendarmerie Unit, or to contact the following number: 01-451062, in order to take the necessary legal measures.
5/7/2026
Issued by the Directorate General of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division The following was issued: First: On 05-07-2026, the “2026 Lebanese Official Road Championship” cycling race will be held, organized by the Lebanese Cycling Federation, with the participation of players from federated clubs, along with cycling teams from the Lebanese Army and the Internal Security Forces. The race will take place in the Beit Mery area on the road extending between Zaarour and Baskinta, over several laps within a closed route between 7:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. Accordingly, intersections will be closed and traffic will be diverted along the race route, starting at 7:00 a.m. on the aforementioned date until its completion. Second: On 05-07-2026, the Beirut Marathon Association will organize the “Run The City” 10 km race in Beirut, between 6:15 a.m. and 8:30 a.m., starting from Prince Bachir Street opposite Al-Amin Mosque and ending at Ahmad Chawki Street opposite Metropole Restaurant. The number of participants is estimated at around 1,700 male and female runners. On this occasion, the race route will be fully isolated starting at 4:30 a.m. on 05-07-2026 until the race ends. Vehicles will also begin to be removed along the entire race route starting at 6:00 p.m. on 04-07-2026. Citizens are kindly requested to take note and to abide by the instructions and directions of Internal Security Forces personnel, as well as traffic guidance signs in the aforementioned areas, in order to preserve public safety and facilitate traffic flow.
4/7/2026
Issued by the Directorate General of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division The following statement was issued: As part of the daily follow-up carried out by the Internal Security Forces to combat drug trafficking and promotion across various Lebanese regions, information was obtained by the Information Branch regarding an unidentified person promoting narcotic substances in areas of Mount Lebanon. As a result of investigations and inquiries, the Branch was able to identify him as: M. Y. (born in 2002, Syrian national) On 24-06-2026, following precise surveillance and monitoring, one of the Branch’s patrols managed to arrest him in the act in the Sin El-Fil area, while he was promoting drugs on board a black “Sweet” motorcycle, which was seized. Upon searching him and the motorcycle, the following items were found: A plastic container marked “S100” containing cocaine. 9 plastic containers containing cocaine. Two plastic containers marked “S100” containing cocaine base. Two bags marked “S50” containing cocaine. A bag containing 19 Captagon pills. A booklet of rolling papers. Two mobile phones and a sum of money. During the investigation, he confessed to the charges brought against him. The necessary legal measures were taken against him, and he was referred, along with the seized items, to the competent authority, based on the instructions of the judiciary.
4/7/2026
Issued by the Directorate General of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division The following statement was issued: As part of the daily follow-up carried out by the Internal Security Forces to curb drug trafficking operations across various Lebanese regions, information was obtained by the Information Branch regarding two unidentified persons promoting drugs in Mount Lebanon Governorate, particularly in the Metn areas. Accordingly, the specialized units of the Branch began their field and intelligence measures to identify and arrest the two aforementioned drug dealers. As a result of investigations and inquiries, the Branch was able to identify them as: – A. Z. (born in 1988, Lebanese) – A. D. (born in 1975, Lebanese) It was found that the first is wanted by the judiciary. On 19-06-2026, following precise surveillance and monitoring, one of the Branch’s patrols managed to arrest them in the act in the Dbayeh area, while they were promoting drugs on board a white “Sky Wave” motorcycle, which was seized. Upon searching them and the motorcycle, the following items were seized: – 11 nylon bags containing hashish. – 7 bags containing a narcotic substance. – 3 plastic containers containing cocaine base. – 4 plastic containers bearing a heart mark. – 11 plastic containers containing a narcotic substance. – A mobile phone and a sum of money. – A wallet containing an identity card and a driving license that did not belong to them. During the investigation, they 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 authority, based on the instructions of the judiciary.
3/7/2026
Issued by the Directorate General of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division The following statement was issued: Based on a complaint filed by a citizen at the Saadiyat Police Station, affiliated with the Damour Police Station of the Regional Gendarmerie Unit, against: R. D. (born in 1983, Lebanese) for fraud and scam, after he had misled the plaintiff into believing that he was able to secure Schengen travel visas for him and his family in exchange for sums of money amounting to approximately thirty-five thousand U.S. dollars (USD 35,000), which he received in installments in return for following up on the travel and visa procedures. He also sent documents, reservations, and messages to give the impression that the procedures were serious. However, the visas were not issued, and when the plaintiff demanded that he either secure the visas or return the money, he threatened him. As a result of diligent follow-up and investigations, and based on the instructions of the judiciary, the defendant was arrested by members of the aforementioned police station. Passports, documents, family records, and evidence related to the complaint were seized in his possession. It was also found that an arrest warrant had been issued against him for fraud, in addition to two previous claims filed against him at the Tariq El-Jdideh Police Station for the same offense. The total amount claimed in these cases reached approximately forty thousand U.S. dollars (USD 40,000). The detainee was referred to the Beiteddine Judicial Detachment of the Judicial Police Unit for further investigation, based on the instructions of the competent judiciary. Therefore, and based on the instructions of the competent judiciary, the Directorate General of the Internal Security Forces circulates his photo and requests those who have fallen victim to his actions and recognized him to come to the Beiteddine Judicial Detachment, located in Baakline, or to contact one of the following numbers: 25-300216 or 25-300187, in order to take the necessary legal measures.
2/7/2026
Issued by the Directorate General of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division The following statement was issued: Based on the decision of the Minister of Interior and Municipalities, Ahmad Al-Hajjar, which called for strengthening measures to control motorcycle violations in Beirut and to combat the breaches and violations committed by their drivers, which pose a danger to them and to public safety, the Beirut Traffic Company of the Beirut Police Unit carried out a campaign to control these violations within the capital. The campaign included the setting up of temporary and fixed checkpoints, and resulted in the impoundment of 880 motorcycles and 58 violating vehicles, as well as the issuance of 4,528 traffic violation reports, during the period extending from 24-06-2026 to 01-07-2026. The Directorate General of the Internal Security Forces affirms that it will continue to control violations, and calls on citizens to regularize the legal status of their vehicles and to abide by the laws and regulations in force, in order to preserve public safety
2/7/2026
