Cedar Centre for Legal Studies

Prisons in Lebanon Between Rights and Reality

Prisons in Lebanon Between Rights and Reality April 8, 2024 Cedar Centre for Legal Studies 10:31 am Click here to read the full study in Arabic language 08/04/2024 Executive Summary The study addresses the challenges and problems people are facing in prisons and detention centres in Lebanon. The study conducted and published by Cedar Centre […]

Lebanese Authorities Should Not Deport Jumaa Laheeb

Lebanese Authorities Should Not Deport Jumaa Laheeb March 15, 2024 Cedar Centre for Legal Studies 12:18 pm The Cedar Centre for Legal Studies (CCLS) urgently brings to light the case of Jumaa Mohammad Laheeb, a Syrian researcher affiliated with the Research and Studies Department of the opposition Syrian Future Movement. On 28 November 2011, he […]

A Palestinian Refugee Faces the Risk of Deportation to Syria

A Palestinian Refugee Faces the Risk of Deportation to Syria March 5, 2024 Cedar Centre for Legal Studies 12:23 pm The Cedar Centre for Legal Studies (CCLS) draws attention to an urgent case of a currently detained Palestinian refugee concerning his possible deportation from Lebanon to Syria. This alarming situation contradicts Article 3 of the […]

Seeking Social Justice in Lebanon

Seeking Social Justice in Lebanon February 20, 2024 Cedar Centre for Legal Studies 10:55 am On the occasion of the World Day of Social Justice, the Cedar Centre for Legal Studies reaffirms its unwavering commitment to achieving social justice, equality, and human rights in Lebanon. This year’s theme, “Bridging Gaps, Building Alliances,” resonates deeply with our mission to […]

Urgent Action Needed to Prevent Extradition of Yassin Al Eter

Urgent Action Needed to Prevent Extradition of Yassin Al Eter February 15, 2024 Cedar Centre for Legal Studies 12:28 pm The Cedar Centre for Legal Studies (CCLS) is deeply concerned about the situation facing Yassin Al Eter, a Syrian national currently detained in Lebanon. Mr. Al Eter’s case highlights serious human rights issues and the […]

Disappearance of a Syrian in Lebanon Sparks Concern

Disappearance of a Syrian in Lebanon Sparks Concern February 12, 2024 Cedar Centre for Legal Studies 12:36 pm The recent disappearance of Rafaat Falih, following his arrest in Lebanon on 10 January 2024, has raised serious concerns regarding the possibility of his extradition from Lebanon to Syria. The number of unlawful extraditions from Lebanon to […]

Lebanon: Seeking Justice for Migrants

Lebanon: Seeking Justice for Migrants February 6, 2024 Cedar Centre for Legal Studies 11:00 am Since 2014, February 6th has been globally recognized as the “Global Day of Commemoration”, dedicated to commemorating and remembering the lives lost, those who have gone missing, and individuals forcefully disappeared at sea and borders worldwide. On this occasion, the […]

Mystery Surrounds Fate of 85 Migrants in Cypriot Waters

Mystery Surrounds Fate of 85 Migrants in Cypriot Waters December 31, 2023 Cedar Centre for Legal Studies 12:41 pm On December 11, 2023, a group of 85 people, including 50 women and children, embarked on an irregular journey from Lebanon via boat. The majority are Syrians, with others being Lebanese. As reported by the families, […]

International Migrants Day 2023: Navigating Challenges and Celebrating Contributions Globally

International Migrants Day 2023: Navigating Challenges and Celebrating Contributions Globally December 18, 2023 Cedar Centre for Legal Studies 10:58 am Lebanon, 18 December 2023 – As the world commemorates International Migrants Day on December 18, the Cedar Centre for Legal Studies reflects on the resilience, courage and sustainable contributions of millions of individuals who have […]