El Fanar Municipality Settles the Debate: Tunnel Dug in Search of Gold

The following statement was issued by the El Fanar Municipality:

Following reports of suspicious activities taking place in one of the wooded areas within the town's jurisdiction.

A police patrol inspected the site and found a tunnel under construction.

Consequently, the municipality contacted the relevant authorities and Army Intelligence. Specialized teams accompanied by engineering units arrived and conducted an inspection of the tunnel.

According to security agency reports, it was determined that the excavation work was aimed at searching for gold, and that the hole does not lead to any other exit.

The municipality is working in cooperation with the Lebanese Army to take the necessary measures to close the tunnel.