The Central Bank of Lebanon issued a statement denying media reports, rumours and speculation that it has taken, or intends to take, legal action against multiple parties, and clarified that it has initiated legal measures only against a former senior official at the central bank and against one banker in his individual capacity. It stressed that no legal action has been taken or is planned against any institution, bank, financial institution, person or group beyond those two individuals, and described contrary claims as false. The central bank also reserved its right to pursue appropriate legal action against anyone who promotes or publishes inaccurate or misleading information.
Central Bank of Lebanon 2026-01-09
Central Bank of Lebanon limits legal action to former senior official and one banker and rejects claims of wider proceedings
The Central Bank of Lebanon refuted media reports suggesting it has taken or plans to take legal action against multiple parties, clarifying that legal measures have been initiated only against a former senior official and one banker individually. It emphasized that no action is planned against any other entities or individuals and reserved the right to act against those spreading false information.