Lebanon: Heightened security likely in Beirut following security operation June 7; at least one person injured

Heightened security measures are likely over the coming hours near the Corniche Al-Mazraa in Beirut following a security operation which resulted in a car chase on June 7. According to authorities, security officers fired their guns into the air and arrested several members of a criminal gang. Reports indicate that at least one person was injured. A follow-up investigation is ongoing.

Localized transport disruptions are likely around the scene of the incident over the coming hours.