Arrest of 33 Syrians for Illegally Entering Lebanese Territory and 4 Citizens for Involvement in Smuggling Operations across the Lebanese–Syrian Border

The LAF Command - Directorate of Orientation issued the following statement:

As part of efforts to combat smuggling across the Lebanese–Syrian border, a LAF unit arrested 33 Syrian nationals in the areas of Arsal, Masharih Al Qaa – Baalbek, Ras Baalbek, and Hoch El Sayed Ali – Hermel for illegally entering Lebanese territory. Additionally, 4 Lebanese citizens were arrested for their involvement in smuggling operations. A large quantity of scrap metal and fuel prepared for smuggling was seized.

The seized items were handed over, and the investigation with the detainees was initiated under the supervision of the competent judicial authority.