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.

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Issued by the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division The following statement: As part of the ongoing efforts of the Internal Security Forces to pursue and arrest individuals involved in narcotics-related crimes, investigations conducted by the Central Anti-Narcotics Bureau of the Judicial Police Unit, in connection with an investigation initiated by the Hammana Police Station of the Regional Gendarmerie Unit into: J. Z. (born in 1990, Lebanese), on charges of drug use, revealed the suspected involvement of two individuals in drug trafficking: A. B. (born in 1988, Lebanese), who is the subject of four arrest warrants and apprehension orders for narcotics-related offenses. R. W. (born in 1988, Lebanese). Following further investigations, officers determined that A. B. was in the Dekwaneh area. A carefully planned operation was carried out, resulting in his arrest. A search of the suspect led to the seizure of a precision scale, several syringes, and equipment used for packaging narcotics. During questioning, he admitted to selling crystal methamphetamine ("crystal meth") and the substance known as "G," after purchasing the drugs from a dealer and repackaging them using the equipment found in his possession. In a related operation, the Bureau identified R. W.'s location in Achrafieh while he was driving his vehicle and arrested him during a security operation. He was accompanied by: S. D. (born in 1995, Lebanese), who is the subject of five enforceable court judgments for narcotics-related offenses and other crimes. A search of R. W.'s residence resulted in the seizure of a quantity of narcotic medications intended for personal use, drug paraphernalia, and a sum of money. The necessary legal measures were taken against all those involved. Efforts remain underway, under the instructions of the competent judicial authority, to arrest the remaining suspects.

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Issued by the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division The following statement: On June 22, 2026, the Zahle Judicial Detachment of the Judicial Police Unit received a complaint filed by a woman against a Lebanese citizen born in 2000. The complaint concerned financial extortion, cybercrime, defamation, slander, and damage to reputation. Following investigations and inquiries, officers from the detachment identified the suspect's whereabouts and arrested him in a carefully planned operation. During questioning, the suspect confessed to the charges against him. He admitted that he had saved private videos of the complainant on his mobile phone, showing her in revealing or intimate situations. The videos had been recorded during conversations conducted through a social media application. He then blackmailed her, threatening to publish the videos unless she paid him approximately US$8,000. A forensic examination of his mobile phone revealed several videos featuring other young women, who are suspected to have been subjected to the same type of blackmail. The suspect was referred to the competent judicial authority in accordance with its instructions. Warning: The General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces once again urges the public to exercise caution and vigilance when using social media and communication applications. It advises against sharing private photos or videos with anyone, particularly content that could be exploited unlawfully, in order to avoid becoming a victim of cyber extortion.

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Issued by the General Directorate of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division: The following statement: As part of the ongoing efforts of the specialized units of the Internal Security Forces to combat crimes of all kinds and apprehend their perpetrators throughout Lebanese territory, particularly those involved in narcotics-related offenses, the Information Branch received intelligence regarding an individual engaged in drug trafficking in several areas of Mount Lebanon. As a result, the specialized units launched extensive field investigations and intelligence operations. One of the Branch's patrols succeeded in arresting the suspect in flagrante delicto in the Hazmieh area while he was distributing narcotics from a petroleum-blue Nissan vehicle, which was seized. He is identified as: A. Q. (born in 1998, Lebanese) A search of the suspect and the vehicle resulted in the seizure of: 16 plastic containers marked "XP," each containing approximately 0.5 grams of the substance known as "baz." 54 plastic containers marked "XP," each containing approximately 0.5 grams of cocaine. 41 plastic containers, each containing approximately 0.5 grams of cocaine. 23 plastic containers, each containing approximately 0.5 grams of the substance known as "baz." 44 packets, each containing approximately 0.5 grams of cocaine. 20 plastic containers, each containing approximately 1 gram of cocaine. 10 bags, each containing approximately 15 grams of cocaine. 3 bags, each containing approximately 50 grams of hashish. 3 bags containing marijuana. 126 small white tablets. A search of his apartment in Mansourieh also led to the seizure of: 87 plastic containers marked "XP," each containing approximately 0.5 grams of the substance known as "baz." 218 plastic containers, each containing approximately 0.5 grams of cocaine. 8 plastic containers, each containing approximately 1 gram of cocaine. 2 bags, each containing approximately 50 grams of hashish. 5 bags containing marijuana. During questioning, the suspect confessed to the charges against him, admitting that he had been distributing narcotics in several areas of Mount Lebanon, including Sayyad, Karantina, and Dora, on behalf of one of the drug traffickers. The necessary legal measures were taken against him, and he was referred, together with the seized items, to the competent authority upon the instructions of the competent judicial authority. Efforts are ongoing to arrest all other individuals involved.

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