20/2/2026
As part of strengthening coordination measures in disaster and crisis management, and drawing lessons learned from previous experiences and gaps that can be addressed—aiming to develop training content for all Internal Security Forces personnel in this field—a conference was held on the morning of 17/02/2026 at Major Martyr Wissam Eid Barracks – Internal Security Forces Institute / Aaramoun – Ambassador Major General Ahmed Al-Haj Hall, under the patronage of the Director General of the Internal Security Forces, Major General Raed Abdullah, represented by the Commander of the ISF Institute, Brigadier General Ahmad Abla.
The conference was attended by the Secretary-General of the National Council for Scientific Research (CNRS), Dr. Shadi Abdullah; the Head of Humanitarian Affairs at the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (UNOCHA), Ms. Joelle Harfouch; representatives of the Lebanese Army, the General Directorate of State Security, the General Directorate of General Security, and the Higher Relief Commission; CNRS member Dr. Ruba Ziade; Dean of the Faculty of Health Sciences at the American University of Beirut (AUB), Dr. Iman Nuwayhid; representatives of the Ministries of Education, Public Health, and Social Affairs; representatives of the Governor of Beirut; the General Directorate of Civil Defense; the Beirut Fire Brigade; Caritas Lebanon; the Lebanese Red Cross; associations and institutions; in addition to a number of concerned officers.
The conference opened with the national anthem, followed by a welcoming speech by the master of ceremonies and moderator of the discussion panels, Brigadier General Amr Al-Yafawi, Head of the Research and Lessons Department at the ISF Institute. Brigadier General Abla then delivered a speech, stating that the conference constitutes a key milestone for exchanging expertise and enhancing cooperation among stakeholders in crisis and disaster management. He stressed that disasters do not distinguish between regions, which necessitates unified efforts. He explained that crisis management is based on three pillars: alignment with the national strategy, proactive prevention, and practical cooperation among partners. He emphasized that confronting disasters requires coordination among ministries, security agencies, civil defense, health institutions, and civil society organizations, concluding by reaffirming the ISF’s commitment to being an active partner in shaping a shared vision to strengthen Lebanon’s capacity to face crises and disasters.
Subsequently, an overview of the general framework of the ISF’s role in disaster management was presented by the Head of the Operations Room at the ISF General Directorate, Major Youssef Rahmeh. Participants then took part in three interventions on “The Reality of Practical Experiences in Disaster Management,” moderated by Brigadier General Al-Yafawi.
The meeting concluded with emphasis on the following points: the necessity of prior and continuous coordination before, during, and after crises; enhancing mutual awareness among responding entities; the need to intensify training and conduct regular joint exercises to ensure more effective implementation and continuous updating of written plans; and addressing shortages in material, logistical, and human capacities.
In closing, participants expressed their appreciation for the importance and timeliness of the conference, stressing the need to maintain ongoing cooperation among various security agencies, official administrations, and the ISF. It was agreed to continue coordination and hold regular meetings, conferences, and training sessions to develop joint work, strengthen cooperation, and ensure proper implementation.
On 24-01-2026, the final match of the WAKO Professional World Kickboxing Championship was held at the Camille Chamoun Sports City Stadium in Beirut, attended by more than 3,000 spectators. Staff Sergeant Youssef Abboud, one of the non-commissioned officers of the Internal Security Forces, took part in the event, competing against Swiss opponent FLORAN QUAJAK, IFN World Kickboxing Champion. Staff Sergeant Abboud won the title and was crowned Professional World Champion, becoming the only Arab and Lebanese champion to have achieved the WAKO PRO, WBC, and ACS Europe belts in different weight categories. Throughout his career to date, he has recorded 74 victories, including 12 by knockout, مقابل 10 defeats. His notable achievements include: • WBC World Boxing Council Muay Thai• ACS Europe• WAKO World K1 Champion• WAKO Intercontinental K1 Champion• Lebanon Championship (Cadets and Juniors) in Muay Thai• Lebanon First Division Championship in Muay Thai – 13 times• Gold medal at the Amateur Muay Thai World Championship (2014 and 2018)• Asian Professional Championship Belt (2016)• Bronze medal at the IFMA Elite World Championship (2019)• Silver medal at the World Championship (2019), after refusing to face an Israeli player in the final• Silver medal at the Asian Elite Championship (2019)
20/02/2026
As part of strengthening communication between the local community and the Internal Security Forces within the concept of community policing, Major Mohammad Tofeili delivered an interactive seminar entitled “Enhancing Communication Between the Community and the Police and Building Trust.” The seminar was organized by the Municipality of Al-Qaa – Reading and Cultural Activation Center in the town. The seminar was held in the presence of the Mayor of Al-Qaa, lawyer Bashir Matar; the Director of Al-Qaa Official Secondary School, Mr. Michel Makhlouf; the Principal of Al-Qaa Official Intermediate School, Ms. Nadine Matar; and the Director of the Reading and Cultural Activation Center, Ms. Olga Al-Toum, in addition to a number of teachers and students. During the seminar, Major Tofeili addressed the importance of building trust and strengthening dialogue between the Internal Security Forces and the community, emphasizing the role of positive communication in reinforcing community partnership. The seminar featured an open discussion and notable participation from the students.
20/02/2026
Based on the directives of the Director General of the Internal Security Forces, Major General Raed Abdallah, the Commander of the Regional Gendarmerie Unit, Brigadier General Jean Awwad, conducted an inspection tour of the border area in southern Lebanon, as well as a number of Internal Security Forces units in the said region. These included the Qana Police Station, Tebnine Serail, Bint Jbeil Serail, the Dibl checkpoint affiliated with the Rmeish Police Station, and the Meiss El Jabal Police Station. During his tour, Brigadier General Awwad met at the Qana Police Station with the United Nations Special Coordinator for Lebanon, Ms. Jeanine Hennis-Plasschaert, and the Resident Representative of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Lebanon, Ms. Blerta Aliko. They reviewed the proposed designs for the construction of a model police station in Qana. Brigadier General Awwad was accompanied during his tour by the Commander of the Southern Region, Brigadier General Ahmad Abu Daher; the Commander of the Tyre Company, Colonel Georges Eid (within his area of responsibility); the Commander of the Nabatieh Company, Colonel Hassan Hammoud (within his area of responsibility); the Head of the Southern Investigation Unit, Colonel Tony Nahra; in addition to a number of officers and non-commissioned officers. Brigadier General Awwad also addressed the personnel, commending their efforts in serving citizens and the community despite the surrounding circumstances, whether security-related or economic. He further pledged to work on addressing the problems and obstacles they face and to resolve them as swiftly as possible. Additionally, Brigadier General Awwad and the accompanying delegation toured neighborhoods in the frontline towns and villages, including Meiss El Jabal, Adaisseh, Houla, Markaba, and Borj El Mlouk, where they assessed the destruction and the extent of damage inflicted on homes and livelihoods as a result of the recent Israeli aggression against Lebanon.
20/02/2026
Members of various parts of the Internal Security Forces distribute awareness leaflets to citizens and inside restaurants and nightlife venues as part of the “Don’t Drink and Shop” campaign in the Jbeil and Batroun regions.
20/02/2026
