The Lebanese army has announced the prevention of approximately 850 Syrian nationals from illegally entering the country over the course of the past week. These individuals were intercepted at the Lebanese-Syrian border on multiple occasions during the week, according to an official statement released by the Lebanese army on Monday.
The interception of these individuals comes amidst heightened efforts by Lebanese security forces to combat human smuggling in border regions shared with Syria. The government’s move to tackle this issue is in response to mounting domestic pressure regarding the influx of Syrian refugees.
Lebanon, grappling with the challenge of hosting an estimated 1.5 million Syrian refugees within its borders, is currently shouldering the responsibility of providing refuge to the highest number of refugees per capita. The substantial presence of Syrian refugees has strained the country’s resources and has led to widespread dissatisfaction among its citizens.
The prevention of these attempted illegal entries underscores the urgency with which Lebanon is addressing the complex issue of refugee influx and border security. The government’s actions demonstrate its commitment to maintaining sovereignty while navigating the intricate challenges posed by the presence of a large refugee population. (With inputs from agencies)
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