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7 hours ago
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Lebanon's state security arrests man for human trafficking and fraud
The Lebanese State Security announced Tuesday that a patrol from the Nabatieh regional branch arrested a Syrian man identified as M.A. on charges of human trafficking and fraud. According to a statement, the suspect admitted during interrogation that he had deceived individuals by claiming he could smuggle them out of Lebanon, either by sea through the Port of Tripoli or by air via Beirut's Rafic Hariri International Airport, in exchange for $6,000. He reportedly used forged travel tickets in the scheme. Legal procedures were carried out against the suspect in accordance with directives from the competent judiciary.
LBCI
7 days ago
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- LBCI
Electricité du Liban: Gradual return of power to various regions
The Electricité du Liban (EDL) announced the reconnection of the two reverse engine plants in Zouk Mosbeh and Jiyeh, as preparations are underway for operation. The corporation confirmed that it has started to gradually restore power supply to various Lebanese regions, with priority given to supplying vital facilities such as Rafic Hariri International Airport, water pumps, central prisons, sewage, and justice palaces. EDL pointed out that the specialized technical teams have been working hard since midnight on Saturday and Sunday to gradually restore electricity to various Lebanese regions and ensure the stability of the network. The corporation called on citizens to understand these emergency circumstances and to be patient.
