From Ten Months of Detention in Lebanon to Acquittal in Greece: The Case of a Syrian Detainee and the Role of Cedar Centre for Legal Studies in Defending His Rights
From Ten Months of Detention in Lebanon to Acquittal in Greece: The Case of a Syrian Detainee and the Role of Cedar Centre for Legal Studies in Defending His Rights July 31, 2026 Cedar Centre for Legal Studies 9:47 am Background: This case, identified by the code (MI-TDH-056) to preserve the confidentiality of the individual’s […]
Lebanon’s Justice on Trial: The Torture of a Minor in Tripoli Reveals Systemic Gaps
Lebanon’s Justice on Trial: The Torture of a Minor in Tripoli Reveals Systemic Gaps June 10, 2026 Cedar Centre for Legal Studies 10:58 am Introduction: Torture in Lebanon remains an open wound in the body of justice, having shifted from an exceptional practice to a deeply rooted culture within certain security and judicial institutions. This […]
When Listening Saves Lives: VTC36’s Turning Point with Cedar Centre
When Listening Saves Lives: VTC36’s Turning Point with Cedar Centre February 27, 2026 Cedar Centre for Legal Studies 11:58 am VTC36 is a 37-year-old Syrian woman living in northern Lebanon. She speaks of her life as if recounting layers of accumulated pain of a childhood that never knew safety, care, or the natural feeling of […]
A New Enforced Disappearance Case in Lebanon and Cedar Centre Takes Action
A New Enforced Disappearance Case in Lebanon and Cedar Centre Takes Action January 19, 2026 Cedar Centre for Legal Studies 10:24 am Background This case concerns UNVT-0017, a 32-year-old Syrian daily worker residing in Jib Jannine, Western Bekaa, Lebanon. On 14 October 2025, he was arrested at his family home by the Intelligence Directorate of […]
Despite Lebanon’s International Commitments: Continuation of Torture and Enforced Disappearance Against Lebanese Citizen UNVT-0020
Despite Lebanon’s International Commitments: Continuation of Torture and Enforced Disappearance Against Lebanese Citizen UNVT-0020 January 8, 2026 Cedar Centre for Legal Studies 8:53 am Introduction This case concerns the enforced disappearance and abduction of a 30‑year‑old Lebanese citizen, referred to in this case as UNVT‑0020. He is a Lebanese-Brazilian national and works as an engineer. […]
In the Face of Torture and Legal Neglect: Cedar Centre Defends the Rights of the Detained Minor!
In the Face of Torture and Legal Neglect: Cedar Centre Defends the Rights of the Detained Minor! December 15, 2025 Cedar Centre for Legal Studies 12:12 pm Background UNVT_0011 is a 16-year-old Lebanese boy detained in connection with a theft case in Tripoli, northern Lebanon. He reported being subjected to torture during his detention. Lawyers […]
Case VTC25-003: Assault and Torture Following a Traffic Dispute Injuries Documented After Death Threats
Case VTC25-003: Assault and Torture Following a Traffic Dispute , Injuries Documented After Death Threats November 6, 2025 Cedar Centre for Legal Studies 10:28 am Incident Overview:Case VTC25-003 involves a 50-year-old Lebanese firefighter who was violently assaulted following a dispute over right of way. During the incident, a security officer confronted him, pointed a loaded […]
The Cedar Rehabilitation Center Opens Its Doors: From the Wounds of Torture to Healing – Case X between Pain and Support
The Cedar Rehabilitation Center Opens Its Doors: From the Wounds of Torture to Healing – Case X between Pain and Support November 5, 2025 Cedar Centre for Legal Studies 10:58 am 08/05/2025 Background In early 2025, the parents of Case VTC(X) turned to the Rehabilitation Center for Victims of Torture in Tripoli, operated by the […]
AbdulHamid Khateeb and the Missing Migrants: A New Case in the Irregular Migration Chapter
AbdulHamid Khateeb and the Missing Migrants: A New Case in the Irregular Migration Chapter January 11, 2025 Cedar Centre for Legal Studies 10:53 am Introduction On 6 September 2024, at 8:30 PM, AbdulHamid Khateeb, a Syrian residing in Lebanon, departed from Beirut Airport, intending to travel irregularly to Italy via Libya. His journey began with […]
Arrest and Risk of Forced Extradition of Poet Abdulrahman Al-Qaradawi
Arrest and Risk of Forced Extradition of Poet Abdulrahman Al-Qaradawi November 5, 2025 Cedar Centre for Legal Studies 8:51 am Published: 04 January 2025 Updated: 05 November 2025 Introduction:On 28 December 2024, poet Mr. ABDURRAHMAN KARADAVI known as “Abdulrahman Al-Qaradawi” was arrested in Lebanon upon his return from Syria based on a warrant issued by the Arab Interior […]