Lebanese Army Implements Security Measures in North Lebanon and Mount Lebanon, Arrests 4 Individuals and 48 Syrians

Thursday, 12 November 2026

The Lebanese Army Command – Directorate of Orientation issued the following statement:
A Lebanese Army unit arrested two Lebanese, identified by their initials (H.Sh.) and (H.T.), in Mina – Tripoli for stabbing the Lebanese citizen (M.S.), on November 11, 2026, causing him serious injuries, and for their involvement in previous shooting incidents.
Another Army unit arrested the two Palestinians (M.S.) and (J.Q.), in Damour – Chouf, following surveillance and security monitoring operations, for drug trafficking and abuse. A military gun and a quantity of drugs were seized in their possession.
Additionally, other Army units arrested 48 Syrian at checkpoints in Chadra, Akkar; Madfoun, Batroun; and Deir Ammar, Minieh-Danniyeh, for moving within Lebanese territory without valid legal documentation.
The seized items were handed over, and investigations were initiated with the arrestees under the supervision of the competent judicial authorities.