8/7/2026
Within the framework of the strategic plan developed by the Internal Security Forces, particularly in terms of institutional and administrative development and the modernization of infrastructure, a ceremony was held on 7 July 2026 at the Le Royal Hotel – Dbayeh to launch the partnership project with the global EBSCO database, implemented for the benefit of the Internal Security Forces Library, with funding from BLOM Bank.
The ceremony was attended by the Head of the Social Services Administration Unit, Brigadier General Elie Al-Asmar, representing the Director General of the Internal Security Forces, Major General Raed Abdullah; the Vice President of Sales for the Middle East and North Africa and representative of EBSCO, Mr. Ali Abdullah; the Head of Business Development and Retail Solutions and representative of BLOM Bank, Ms. Christine Wakim; as well as the representative of the Institute of Judicial Studies, Judge Jad Maalouf; the representative of the Beirut Bar Association, lawyer Alexander Najjar; the representative of the Bar Association in the North, Dr. Odine Salloum; representatives of the Scientific Supervisory Committee of the Security Studies Journal, the Lebanese University, and a number of private universities, in addition to officers from the Internal Security Forces.
After the Lebanese national anthem, Administrative Major Linda Ghosban and Administrative Major Micheline Sfeir welcomed the attendees.
Mr. Ali Abdullah then delivered a speech in which he affirmed that the digital library initiative comes within the framework of EBSCO’s support for digital transformation and the enhancement of access to knowledge. He noted that it provides Internal Security Forces personnel with an integrated knowledge platform that supports continuous training and performance development. He explained that investing in knowledge constitutes a fundamental pillar for building capacities and preparing human resources capable of keeping pace with developments, expressing his pride in the partnership with the Internal Security Forces and in the role of this platform in promoting institutional excellence.
For his part, Brigadier General Elie Al-Asmar pointed out that the launch of the Internal Security Forces electronic library constitutes a pivotal milestone in the development of knowledge-based work within the institution, and a qualitative step that reflects the leadership’s vision of moving toward a modern digital environment. This environment enables officers, personnel, and their families to access more than 300,000 sources, thereby strengthening continuous learning and professional development. He noted that the project falls within the strategic plan of the Internal Security Forces and was achieved thanks to the support of the Director General and the partnership with both EBSCO and BLOM Bank, praising the efforts of all parties that contributed to its success. He stressed that the electronic library is not merely a technical project, but rather a sustainable knowledge platform aimed at strengthening scientific research, developing performance, building capacities, and raising the level of readiness, based on the belief that investing in knowledge forms the foundation of effective security and sustainable institutional development.
The ceremony concluded with a presentation delivered by the representative of EBSCO, Mr. Ali Abdullah, during which he addressed the mechanism for using the digital platform and ways to benefit from its diverse content and resources, allowing for more effective access to knowledge. Commemorative shields were also exchanged between Brigadier General Elie Al-Asmar and Mr. Ali Abdullah, in appreciation of the partnership and cooperation in implementing this project.
The Directorate General of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division issued the following statement: On 7 August 2026, unidentified individuals in a black BMW abducted a girl (born in 2007, Palestinian) from her workplace in the Hilaliyeh area of Sidon and fled to an unknown destination. A video showing the abduction circulated on social media, causing fear in the area. Her father (born in 1978, Palestinian) filed a complaint against unknown persons for the abduction of his daughter. The specialized units of the Information Branch immediately launched field and intelligence operations to uncover the circumstances surrounding the abduction and identify those involved. As a result of their inquiries and investigations, they were able, within a short period of time, to identify the two abductors as: M. S. (born in 2006, Lebanese); A. A. (born in 2003, Syrian). On the same date, following meticulous surveillance and monitoring, Information Branch patrols arrested both suspects in less than 24 hours in a simultaneous operation carried out in the Hilaliyeh and Majdelyoun areas. One of the patrols found the abducted girl in the Sidon area after the two abductors had released her. During questioning, the first suspect admitted to the charges against him, including taking part in the abduction with the second suspect because the girl had refused to enter into a relationship with him. He stated that he had taken her to a house in the town of Ansar, and later released her and returned her to Sidon after news of the abduction spread and the Internal Security Forces began taking action. The second suspect also admitted to the charges against him. The necessary legal measures were taken against both suspects, and they were handed over to the relevant authority pursuant to the instructions of the competent judiciary.
17/8/2026
The Directorate General of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division issued the following statement: Further to our previous statement issued on 5 August 2026, concerning the circulation of the photo of the detained woman: J. N. (born in 1970, Lebanese), who is suspected of committing fraud and impersonation offenses in several areas of North Lebanon, an investigation conducted by the Sidon Judicial Detachment of the Judicial Police Unit also revealed that the suspect had been posing as an “inspector from the Ministry of Economy” in the South Lebanon and Nabatiyeh governorates. Accordingly, and pursuant to the instructions of the competent judiciary, the Directorate General of the Internal Security Forces is circulating her photo for the second time and asks anyone who has fallen victim to her actions and recognizes her to contact the Sidon Judicial Detachment of the Judicial Police Unit at either of the following numbers: 07-754308 or 07-729147, so that the necessary legal measures may be taken.
16/8/2026
The Directorate General of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division issued the following statement: As part of the Internal Security Forces’ ongoing efforts to track down and arrest perpetrators of all types of crimes across various Lebanese regions, the Mount Lebanon Investigation Detachment of the Territorial Gendarmerie Unit received information about an individual dealing drugs from a motorcycle in the Hay al-Sellom area, opposite the cemetery. Following surveillance and monitoring, a patrol from the detachment succeeded, on 10 August 2026, in intercepting the motorcycle at the aforementioned location. The motorcycle was found to be unregistered and was being driven by: A. T. (born in 2001, Lebanese) During questioning, he admitted to dealing drugs. A search of the suspect resulted in the seizure of: a medicine envelope containing blue pills; 32 small transparent bags containing hashish; 11 small green bags containing hashish; 9 small blue bags containing marijuana; 5 medium-sized black bags containing marijuana; sums of money in Lebanese pounds and US dollars in various denominations, as well as a mobile phone. In a related operation on the same date, a patrol from the same detachment arrested another individual who was dealing drugs from another motorcycle in the Hay al-Sellom area – Orwa Street. He identified himself as: M. J. (born in 2005, Syrian), according to his statement. During questioning, he admitted to dealing drugs in several locations, including Hay al-Sellom – Orwa Street, near Al-Wardiyah Station, on the street of the roasteries, near the cemetery, and at various times inside the market. He also stated that he worked for another individual. A search of the suspect resulted in the seizure of: a small metal marijuana grinder; a small transparent bag containing salvia; a medium-sized green bag containing hashish; sums of money in Lebanese pounds and US dollars, as well as a mobile phone. The two suspects, the seized items and substances, and the two motorcycles were handed over to the relevant unit for the necessary legal measures to be taken, pursuant to the instructions of the competent judiciary.
16/8/2026
The Directorate General of the Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division issued the following statement: The third hill climb race will take place in the Mreijat–Bekaa area on 16 August 2026, from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Citizens are requested to take note and comply with the instructions of Internal Security Forces personnel, as well as with the traffic signs posted at the location, in order to facilitate traffic flow.
15/8/2026
