Human Rights Watch reported that authorities in Beirut have arrested protesters, prompting concerns about the protection of civil liberties in the city.
The arrests were carried out by local security forces, though the exact number of detainees and the specific charges have not been disclosed. HRW’s brief statement highlighted the incident as part of a broader pattern of crackdowns on public dissent.
Beirut, the capital of Lebanon, has witnessed a series of demonstrations in recent years over economic and political grievances. The city’s protest landscape has often drawn international attention, with rights groups monitoring how authorities respond to demonstrators.
HRW called on Lebanese officials to ensure that any arrests comply with national and international legal standards, and to release individuals whose detention appears to be solely for exercising their right to peaceful assembly.
<small>Source: AllAfrica — read the original story there.</small>