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MTV Lebanon
Lebanon: Captured Lion Amid Ministry Action
The Lebanese Ministry of Agriculture was able to act swiftly after receiving information about a lion being kept inside a facility in the Al-Luboua area – Baalbek. Legal and technical procedures were carried out to ensure the animal's protection, guaranteeing its transfer to a suitable center that meets appropriate care and safety conditions. Under the guidance of Minister Nizar Hani, an interim judicial guardian was appointed for the lion until legal procedures are completed and a proper location is secured to receive it, in coordination with relevant authorities. The animal will be transported in accordance with international standards to ensure its safety and well-being, with regular monitoring by the Animal Resources Department at the Ministry of Agriculture. The ministry affirms its ongoing commitment to follow up on the process until all legal and technical measures are completed, in support of wildlife conservation and to prevent any illegal actions or unlawful detention of wild animals.
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