Grenade event in Lebanon on Fri 16th October 2026

While implementing extensive security measures in the Bekaa region, a military patrol came under fire in the town of Temnin al-Tahta – Baalbek during a raid on the home of the wanted individual (M.Q.). The troops responded in kind, resulting in his injury. He was transported to one of the hospitals, where he succumbed to his wounds. As a result of the security measures in the areas of Majdel Anjar, Chtoura, al-Dilhamiya, Hosh al-Amir, Jalala, Sa'adnayel, Taalabaya, Bar Elias, Riyak, and Kafr Zabad - Zahle, al-Rawda and al-Marj - Western Bekaa, 16 wanted individuals were arrested, and war weapons along with a quantity of ammunition were seized. The seized items were handed over, and investigations have commenced with the detainees under the supervision of the competent judiciary.