5/7/2026
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:
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:
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.
Issued by the Internal Security Forces – Directorate General – Public Relations Division The following announcement: At 7:00 a.m. on November 15, 2026, the Lebanese Cycling Federation will organize the “Lebanon Independence Road Cycling Race,” covering a distance of approximately 47 km. The race will start on the coastal highway, in front of Campomatic Company, near the pedestrian bridge in Bourj Hammoud, heading towards Jounieh and Byblos, then climbing towards Annaya along the main road. The finish line will be near the Lebanese Army checkpoint in Annaya. Citizens are kindly requested to take note of this announcement and comply with the instructions and guidance of Internal Security Forces personnel, as well as the posted traffic signs, in order to facilitate traffic flow.
14/11/2026
The Directorate General of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division issued the following statement: Pursuant to instructions from the competent judicial authority, the Directorate General of the Internal Security Forces is circulating the photograph of the arrested individual: H. M. Ch. (born in 2004, Lebanese national), for allegedly committing multiple robbery offenses in Beirut and Mount Lebanon. Accordingly, the Directorate General requests that anyone who has fallen victim to his alleged crimes contact the Baabda Judicial Unit, التابعة to the Judicial Police Unit, at either of the following telephone numbers: 05-921115 or 05-922173, in order to initiate the necessary legal proceedings against him.
14/11/2026
Issued by the Directorate General of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division The following announcement: A sporting event, under the supervision of the Lebanese Muay Thai Federation, will take place at Sassine Square on November 15, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. Accordingly, Sassine Square and the U-turn will be closed to traffic from 8:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. on the same date to allow for the preparation and installation of the event's logistical equipment, including the fighting ring. Citizens are kindly requested to take note of this announcement and comply with the instructions and guidance of Internal Security Forces personnel, as well as the posted traffic signs, in order to facilitate traffic flow.
14/11/2026
The Directorate General of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division announces the following: A contracting company will carry out water pipeline installation works in the Mar Maroun area of Ashrafieh, on a side street branching off Lebanon Street, in front of Huvelin University, according to the following schedule: Phase One: Starting at 8:00 p.m. on Friday, November 13, 2026, until midnight at the beginning of Monday, November 6, 2026. Phase Two: From 8:00 p.m. on Friday, November 20, 2026, until midnight at the beginning of Monday, November 23, 2026. These works will result in the closure of the road to traffic at the specified location, with traffic diverted towards Abdel Wahab El-Inglizi Street. Citizens are kindly requested to take note of these arrangements and comply with the instructions and directions of Internal Security Forces personnel, as well as the posted traffic signs, in order to facilitate traffic flow and prevent congestion.
13/11/2026
