Lebanese Army arrests 35 Syrians during security operations

The Lebanese Army announced the arrest of 35 Syrians and nine Lebanese during exceptional security measures carried out across several regions, with weapons, drugs, and military equipment seized as investigations continue.

5 January, 2026 10:55

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The Lebanese Army announced the arrest of 35 Syrians and 9 Lebanese nationals during the implementation of exceptional security measures across a number of Lebanese regions.

In a statement issued yesterday, the Army Command said military units, supported by the Directorate of Intelligence, conducted raids, patrols, and security checkpoints in the areas of Akkar, Tripoli, Batroun, Baalbek, and Hermel.

The statement explained that the operations resulted in the arrest of the individuals on suspicion of involvement in various crimes, including opening fire, possession of weapons, drug use, human smuggling, and illegal presence inside Lebanese territory.

The army added that the measures also led to the seizure of quantities of weapons and military ammunition, as well as drugs and military equipment, stressing that investigations are ongoing under the supervision of the competent judicial authorities.

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