Source: Kataeb.org
Security & Justice
State Action Signals Change in Tackling Longstanding Illegal Land Grabs in Jbeil District
For years, the serene villages of Jbeil's highlands have been far from peaceful. Ghabat, a Maronite village nestled between the predominantly Shiite towns of Afqa and Lassa, has become a focal point of growing tensions due to territorial disputes.
Friday, December 20, 2024
Mawlawi Ensures Strict Monitoring for Wanted Syrian Regime Figures at Beirut Airport
Caretaker Minister of Interior, Bassam Mawlawi, conducted an inspection tour of Rafic Hariri International Airport in Beirut to review the security arrangements and measures implemented by the Airport Security Apparatus ahead of the holiday season.
Thursday, December 19, 2024
Opinion
Lebanon After the Assads
The United States has important equities in Lebanon, including a desire for a generally friendly government’s economic and political stability; security cooperation; long-standing relations with the large Christian community in Lebanon and Lebanese diaspora in the United States; and ultimately peace between Israel and Lebanon within a broader regional settlement. Achieving these objectives will require navigating a tumultuous period in the country’s history following a war between Hezbollah and Israel that has devastated a large part of the country, exacerbating Lebanon’s already challenging economic conditions. But perhaps the most important dynamic will be how a likely Sunni-dominated state of uncertain composition in Syria will differ in its intentions toward Lebanon from the previous Alawite-led minoritarian Assad regime.
Thursday, December 19, 2024
Europe’s Syrian Dilemma
The news of the sudden and unexpected demise of Bashar al-Assad’s regime in Syria has met a mixed response in Europe. The jubilation that a murderous dictator and close ally of Russia and Iran has fallen is not just good for the Syrian people but serves as a morale booster for Eastern Europeans wondering whether Russia can be defeated
Wednesday, December 18, 2024
Sports
Cristiano Ronaldo Unveils New Private Jet Worth $73 Million
Cristiano Ronaldo, one of the richest global athletes, has unveiled his upgraded private jet reportedly worth $73 million. With its top-notch design, exceptional speed and range of 7500 nautical miles, the Gulfstream G650 is among the fastest jets in the world.
Monday, December 16, 2024
Guardiola Accepts Man City May Need to Sign More Players to Cope with Schedule
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola believes he will need a bigger squad to handle soccer’s ever-expanding fixture schedule.
Saturday, December 14, 2024
Wednesday 24 April 2024 19:16:33
Syrian Refugee Situation: Minister Mawlawi Addresses Law Enforcement Measures
Caretaker Minister of Interior Bassam Mawlawi affirmed that patrols on the road to Beirut–Rafic Hariri International Airport would be intensified, and they will also request better lighting for the area.
After a session to discuss the security situation in Beirut, attended by the city's security agencies, Mawlawi noted that the meeting was held to establish a clear security plan that would reassure citizens.
He said, "The Information Branch and security forces in Beirut quickly arrest criminals and fight crime," pointing out that "the arrests carried out by security agencies are increasing, and all crimes will be exposed."
Regarding the Syrian refugee crisis, Mawlawi indicated that the Ministry of Interior issues circulars to municipalities for law enforcement.
He said, "Lebanon bears a heavy burden of Syrian displacement. Through these laws, we regulate the security situation."
He reiterated that the issue of Syrian presence is not about incitement or racism, pointing out that "laws will be applied to everyone."
He said, "The General Directorate of the General Security has received the data, in coordination with UNHCR and municipalities, to know the numbers of Syrian refugees."
