Conflict Incident Report

Two Lebanese nationals arrested near Saida for forming terror cell

Date of incident:

April 27, 2015

Death toll:

0persons

Number of Injured:

0persons

Actors/Parties Involved:

Lebanese Armed Forces (LAF)

Lebanese Civilians

On 27 Apr 15, the Lebanese army announced the arrest of two Lebanese for forming a terrorist cell in the region of Sharhabeel east of the southern city of Saida. A large number of weapons, ammunition, hand grenades, and rocket-propelled grenades were seized from their residence. The army said that they were collecting the arms to use them in terrorist activities. Investigations are underway with the suspects.
http://www.naharnet.com/stories/en/176969-two-lebanese-arrested-near-sid...

Primary category:

Arrest/Detention

Secondary Category:

Arms Storage/Smuggling

Classification of conflict (primary):

Power & governance conflicts

Violent or non-violent conflicts associated with antagonisms related to internal political tensions between local and/or national groups and parties. These tensions may be encouraged by internal, regional and international parties. Such conflicts are characterized by their defiance and/or opposition to central State power and governance.

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Conflict Incident Report

Two Lebanese nationals arrested near Saida for forming terror cell