Fadl Abdul Ghani on Lebanese Amnesty and Syrian Prisoners

The Lebanese Parliament approved Law No. 70, which provides for a general amnesty and a reduction of penalties for crimes committed before March 1, 2026. This could potentially lead to the release of some Syrian prisoners held in Lebanon. The law is based on a legal criterion that determines beneficiaries by the date and description of the crime, rather than nationality. However, it excludes certain cases such as terrorism, intentional homicide, and charges related to international crimes. It also stipulates reducing sentences and facilitating the release of detainees who have been held for over 12 years without a judgment, while ensuring that forced deportation does not occur unless a comprehensive individual assessment has been conducted. Human rights and international law guarantees are maintained, preventing the return of any person to a country where they face the risk of torture or abuse. The application of the law remains individual and depends on the evaluation of charges and judgments. It is not a specific amnesty for Syrians but rather a limited legal opportunity that may include some of them based on their personal circumstances and cases.

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