Lebanon: Ex-Central Bank Chief Riad Salameh detained over financial crime charges
Edited By WION Video Desk
Published: Sep 10, 2024, 05:20 IST | Updated: Sep 10, 2024, 05:20 IST
Riad Salameh, former head of Lebanon’s Central Bank, has been detained amid an investigation into serious financial crimes. Celebrated as a financial expert for decades, Salameh now faces charges of embezzlement and theft, sparking outrage and protests in Beirut. The case marks a significant moment for accountability in Lebanon's troubled financial system.
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