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Drug trafficking investigations in Lebanon

Overview

Lebanese authorities have begun dismantling organized drug trafficking networks with international connections. In late August 2026, the Lebanese Internal Security Forces intercepted a Lebanese national at Rafic Hariri International Airport. The individual was found to be carrying 4.9 kg of cocaine, which had been professionally concealed within suitcases to evade detection. The suspect confessed to the smuggling attempt, which was linked to a network operating from Brazil.

Subsequent investigations under the supervision of Mount Lebanon Prosecutor Sami Sader led to raids and arrests targeting high-profile figures associated with the trafficking ring. Following these operations, judicial officials and investigating officers reported receiving threats from unidentified foreign phone numbers. Authorities are investigating whether these communications constitute an attempt by the criminal network to pressure the judiciary and influence the ongoing legal proceedings.

Entities

Judicial Police · Internal Security Forces · Rafic Hariri International Airport

Timeline

  1. 4 days ago

    [CRIME] 2 sources
    Drug trafficking networks face crackdown in Bahrain and Lebanon

    Authorities in Bahrain intercepted a smuggler carrying 22 drug capsules internally, while in Lebanon, investigations into a major international drug ring have led to threats against judges and officers.

  2. 5 days ago

    [CRIME] 2 sources
    Lebanese authorities seize 4.9 kg of cocaine at Beirut airport

    Lebanese authorities seized 4.9 kg of cocaine at Rafic Hariri International Airport, uncovering a sophisticated smuggling operation linked to a Latin American network.

Sources

albiladpress.com · ch23.com · dailynewslb.com