Lebanese ex-central bank governor Riad Salameh interrogated over alleged financial crimes linked to Lebanon's economic crisis.

A Lebanese judge began interrogating former central bank governor Riad Salameh over alleged financial crimes, including embezzlement of public funds, following his arrest last week. Salameh, who governed for 30 years, faces charges linked to significant financial misconduct, contributing to Lebanon's severe economic crisis. His case is notable for potentially holding a senior official accountable in a system often criticized for protecting elites.

September 08, 2024
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