The Directorate General of Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division issued the following statement: A video showing an individual performing stunts and stripping naked in front of the Mohammad Al-Amin Mosque in the Central Beirut area has circulated on social media. Following the incident, the Central Beirut Police Station, part of the Beirut Police Unit, launched investigations and inquiries. It succeeded in identifying the vehicle’s license plate number, which the individual had used to arrive at and leave the scene, thereby identifying the vehicle’s owner, identified by the initials: R. D. (born in 1989, Lebanese). After reviewing surveillance camera footage in the area, officers from the police station suspected that the individual shown in the video might be the aforementioned vehicle owner. A review of his record revealed that he had previously been arrested on 12 January 2026 on charges of public nudity and offending public decency inside a restaurant in the Ashrafieh area. As a result of follow-up investigations and inquiries, the police station managed to determine his place of residence. He was subsequently arrested in coordination with the Dekwaneh Police Station, part of the Regional Gendarmerie Unit. During questioning, he admitted to having stripped naked in front of the Mohammad Al-Amin Mosque and to having engaged in similar acts in several areas across Lebanon, claiming that his actions constituted a form of art and freedom of expression. The necessary legal measures were taken against him, and he was referred to the competent authority pursuant to the instructions of the competent judicial authorities.

2/11/2026

Issued by the Directorate General of Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division The following statement: As part of the ongoing efforts undertaken by the Internal Security Forces to pursue and arrest perpetrators of all types of crimes across various Lebanese regions, information was received concerning an individual allegedly involved in drug trafficking in the Airport Road area, opposite Al-Aytam Gas Station, while riding a motorcycle. Following this information, officers from the Mount Lebanon Investigation Unit conducted field investigations. As a result of surveillance and follow-up operations, one of the unit's patrols intercepted the motorcycle in the aforementioned area. The motorcycle was a black Suzuki, with no registration plate, and was being driven by the individual identified as: H. H. S. (born in 2001, Palestinian). Eight large plastic bags containing a white narcotic substance were found in his possession. Furthermore, in the same area, on 20 October 2026, another patrol from the aforementioned unit arrested a second alleged drug dealer who was riding a blue-and-black Haojue motorcycle without license plates. He was identified as: H. Gh. (born in 1999, Syrian). Both suspects, along with the seized items, were handed over to the relevant authorities for the necessary legal proceedings, in accordance with the instructions of the competent judicial authorities.

1/11/2026

The General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division, announces the following traffic measures: 1. Pierre Doumet Street, Gemmayzeh – School Event From 4:00 PM until 8:00 PM on Saturday, October 31, 2026, a school celebration organized by IC and ACS schools will take place on Pierre Doumet Street, Gemmayzeh. The street will be closed to traffic for the entire duration of the event. 2. Jounieh – Sporting Event At 7:00 AM on Sunday, November 1, 2026, the Lebanese Automobile and Touring Club (ATCL) will organize the following sporting event: ATCL AQUATHLON CHALLENGE – JOUNIEH 2026 The competition will consist of: Swimming from the Lebanese Automobile and Touring Club to Aqua Marina (3.2 km). Running in the opposite direction (10 km). The coastal road will be closed to traffic from Tabarja, Aqua Marina, to the ATCL premises near the Officers' Club. 3. Saeb Salam Boulevard (Corniche El Mazraa) – Road Asphalting Works Road asphalting works will begin on Sunday, November 1, 2026, at 7:00 AM and continue until 12:00 noon. Traffic will be interrupted at the UNESCO Roundabout and diverted as follows: Traffic will be diverted via the Sheikh Salem Al-Sabah Tunnel, towards Cola, and then onto President Saeb Salam Boulevard (Corniche El Mazraa). Traffic coming from the southern suburbs (Dahiyeh) towards Aisha Bakkar (Verdun) will be diverted. Traffic at the UNESCO Roundabout will be interrupted and diverted to the left towards Ramlet El Bayda, via Peter Medawar Street, then towards Farid Trad Street, followed by Verdun ABC, and finally left towards Al-Rashidin Street. Public Notice Motorists are kindly requested to take note of these measures, comply with the instructions of Internal Security Forces personnel, follow traffic signs, and cooperate to facilitate traffic flow and prevent congestion. ا للازدحام.

31/10/2026

The Directorate General of Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division Press Release As part of the Community Policing Enhancement Project in Lebanon, funded by the European Union and supported by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), and within the framework of a plan to rehabilitate a number of model police stations, an inauguration ceremony was held on 29-10-2026 for the Antelias Police Station building, part of the Regional Gendarmerie Unit. The ceremony was attended by the Ambassador of the European Union to Lebanon, Ms. Sandra De Waele; the Acting Resident Representative of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Lebanon, Mr. Thair Al-Shuraideh; the Commander of the Regional Gendarmerie Unit, Brigadier General Jean Aouad, representing the Director General of the Internal Security Forces, Major General Raed Abdullah; as well as a number of local dignitaries and concerned officers. The ceremony began with the Lebanese national anthem, followed by an address by Ms. De Waele, who reaffirmed the European Union’s continued support for the Internal Security Forces. She noted that this support includes the rehabilitation of security facilities, the provision of vehicles and equipment, and the strengthening of the capabilities of specialized units in combating organized crime, cybercrime, terrorism, and smuggling. She explained that the European Union Support Mission to Lebanon would contribute to developing the capabilities of the Internal Security Forces by providing advice and specialized training. She also stressed the institution’s essential role in extending the authority of the State throughout Lebanese territory, in accordance with United Nations Security Council Resolution 1701. She commended the efforts of ISF officers and personnel in maintaining security, reaffirming the European Union’s commitment to continuing its support for Lebanon and its security institutions. For his part, Mr. Thair Al-Shuraideh stressed that the rehabilitation of Antelias Police Station marks an important milestone in the partnership between the Internal Security Forces, the European Union, and the United Nations Development Programme. He noted that the project aims to strengthen the operational capabilities of the security institution and improve the services provided to citizens, particularly in light of the security and economic challenges facing Lebanon. He emphasized the importance of cooperation with municipalities and local communities in strengthening preventive security, pointing out that European support also includes the rehabilitation of other security facilities, the provision of vehicles and equipment, and the implementation of training programmes, thereby enhancing the readiness and deployment capabilities of the Internal Security Forces throughout Lebanon. He also commended the pivotal role played by the Internal Security Forces in extending the authority of the State and protecting citizens, as well as the efforts of its officers and personnel despite the difficult circumstances. He reaffirmed UNDP’s commitment to continuing to support the institution and strengthening its capacity to carry out its duties. In a related address, Brigadier General Aouad stressed that the rehabilitation of Antelias Police Station constitutes an important step towards strengthening the capabilities of the Internal Security Forces and developing their security services, thereby helping to reinforce citizens’ trust in State institutions. He praised the dedication of ISF officers and personnel, who have continued to fulfil their duties despite the security and economic challenges and difficult circumstances. He underlined the importance of cooperation with municipalities and local communities in enhancing preventive security, referring to initiatives that include improving street lighting, deploying electric motorcycle patrols, and conducting awareness activities. He also expressed his appreciation for the European Union’s support and the partnership with the United Nations Development Programme in rehabilitating security facilities, providing equipment and vehicles, and delivering training, thereby enhancing the institution’s readiness and ability to carry out its duties. He concluded by thanking all the parties that contributed to the completion of the project, reaffirming the Internal Security Forces’ commitment to continuing to fulfil their mission of maintaining security and stability and serving citizens. At the end of the ceremony, the delegation toured the police station, inspected its departments and equipment, and the event concluded with a commemorative group photograph.

30/10/2026