🇱🇧 CIS LEBANON SECURITY INDEX™ – Saturday, Feb 14 2026

📅 VALENTINE’S DAY 2026 | 🕊️ Eve of Hariri Martyrdom Anniversary

📊 TODAY’S LEBANON SECURITY INDEX READING

INDEX LEVEL: 🟡 ELEVATED
TODAY’S OVERALL INDEX: 75/100
TREND ANALYSIS: ⬆️ CAUTIOUS OPTIMISM – VALENTINE’S DAY AMID TENTATIVE STABILITY

🌹 VALENTINE’S DAY 2026: LEBANON BETWEEN REMEMBRANCE AND RENEWAL

TODAY’S CONTEXT – SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 14, 2026:

VALENTINE’S DAY CELEBRATIONS: Lebanon marks Valentine’s Day today with cultural events, romantic celebrations, and a return to normalcy despite ongoing regional challenges. The coastal areas experience increased tourism activity as Lebanese couples and families celebrate love and resilience.

EVE OF HARIRI ANNIVERSARY: Tomorrow marks the anniversary of former Prime Minister Rafik Hariri’s assassination. President Joseph Aoun said Friday (yesterday), a day ahead of the anniversary, that “a man who dedicated his life to” Lebanon’s reconstruction deserves continued commitment to the state project he envisioned.

GOVERNMENT DISARMAMENT PLANNING: Army to map upcoming Hezbollah disarmament steps next week, with the Lebanese Armed Forces preparing detailed implementation plans for phase two disarmament (Litani to Awali River).

IMF BREAKTHROUGH: IMF talks make ‘significant progress’ as Lebanon continues economic reform negotiations, providing hope for financial recovery and international support resumption.

TRIPOLI BUILDING TRAGEDIES: Two residential building collapses have struck Tripoli within about two weeks leaving around 14 people dead, several injured, and many families displaced, highlighting ongoing infrastructure challenges despite overall stability improvements.

GOVERNMENT STABILITY MAINTAINED: Lebanon navigates multiple concurrent challenges amidst signs of tentative stability. After a two-year political vacuum, the country has a new president, Joseph Aoun, and a new government led by Prime Minister Nawaf Salam, which won a parliamentary confidence vote in February 2025.

ONGOING CEASEFIRE VIOLATIONS: Despite Israeli strikes and violations continuing in southern Lebanon, the overall security environment shows relative improvement compared to previous months, with diplomatic efforts ongoing to address breaches.

CULTURAL REVIVAL: Lebanese communities display remarkable resilience with galleries, theatres, and music venues reopening. The cultural scene in Beirut shows signs of revival, reflecting characteristic Lebanese determination to maintain cultural vibrancy during difficult times.

HUMANITARIAN RESPONSE: Ramadan preparations underway with distributions covering South Lebanon, Beirut, and Bekaa regions. Five distributions are taking place today reaching more than 1,000 families, demonstrating continued humanitarian coordination.

🌡️ COMPREHENSIVE GOVERNORATE-BY-GOVERNORATE SECURITY ASSESSMENT

BEIRUT 🏙️

Index Reading: 70/100 🟡
Status: Elevated with Cultural Revival. The capital celebrates Valentine’s Day today with restaurants, cafes, and cultural venues experiencing increased activity as Lebanese embrace normalcy and romantic celebrations despite regional challenges.

President Aoun’s Friday statement honoring former PM Hariri “a day ahead of the anniversary” demonstrates governmental continuity with Lebanon’s reconstruction legacy while pursuing current state-building objectives under new leadership.

The government prepares for next week’s crucial disarmament planning sessions as the army maps upcoming Hezbollah disarmament steps. These preparations occur amid IMF talks making ‘significant progress,’ providing economic optimism alongside security implementation efforts.

Valentine’s Day celebrations reflect Lebanon’s cultural resilience, with couples and families enjoying restaurants, entertainment venues, and coastal promenades despite ongoing regional tensions. The characteristic Lebanese spirit of celebrating life amid challenges manifests strongly today.

Enhanced security around tomorrow’s Hariri anniversary commemorations maintains normal protocols without disrupting today’s Valentine’s Day activities. The dual nature of today (Valentine’s) and tomorrow (Hariri anniversary) encapsulates Lebanon’s ability to honor past sacrifices while embracing present joys.

Key Factor: Valentine’s Day celebrations demonstrating cultural resilience while government prepares disarmament planning and IMF progress provides economic hope, with tomorrow’s Hariri anniversary honoring reconstruction legacy.

MOUNT LEBANON 🏞️

Index Reading: 68/100 🟡
Status: Elevated with Valentine’s Tourism. The governorate experiences peak Valentine’s Day activity with restaurants, hotels, and entertainment venues in areas like Jounieh, Faraya, and Byblos reporting strong bookings and romantic celebrations.

Business operations benefit from Valentine’s Day economic activity while government stability under President Aoun and PM Salam provides predictable framework for planning and investment. IMF talks making ‘significant progress’ creates additional business confidence.

Tourism sector shows Valentine’s Day revival with domestic and some international visitors enjoying mountain resorts, coastal restaurants, and cultural activities. The return to celebratory normalcy demonstrates Lebanese resilience and recovery progress.

The region maintains relative stability with distance from southern violations, allowing Valentine’s Day celebrations to proceed normally while benefiting from overall governmental stability and economic reform progress.

Key Factor: Valentine’s Day driving tourism and economic activity while government stability and IMF progress create business confidence and celebratory atmosphere.

NORTH LEBANON 🌊

Index Reading: 78/100 🔴
Status: Critical with Tripoli Building Collapse Aftermath. Tripoli and surrounding areas manage humanitarian crisis as two residential building collapses within two weeks left around 14 people dead, several injured, and many families displaced.

Most affected households currently stay with neighbors in nearby buildings also considered unsafe, while only a few agreed to move to temporary shelters amid fears of prolonged displacement. Anera teams responded supporting 37 displaced individuals in one shelter with mattresses, hygiene kits, and sleeping bags.

Despite building collapse tragedies, Valentine’s Day celebrations proceed in Tripoli’s restaurants and cafes as Lebanese maintain cultural traditions while supporting affected communities. The duality reflects Lebanese resilience – mourning losses while celebrating life.

Economic conditions benefit from IMF talks making ‘significant progress’ and government stability, though building collapse tragedies highlight ongoing infrastructure challenges requiring urgent attention and international support.

Key Factor: Building collapse tragedies (14 dead, many displaced) creating humanitarian crisis while Valentine’s Day celebrations and IMF progress demonstrate resilience amid infrastructure challenges.

AKKAR 🌲

Index Reading: 72/100 🟡
Status: Elevated with Border Stability. The Syrian border situation maintains relative stability with Lebanese Armed Forces operations continuing effectively while preparing for next week’s disarmament planning sessions.

The region benefits from government stability and international support, with Valentine’s Day providing opportunity for community celebrations despite ongoing regional challenges and infrastructure limitations.

Cross-border coordination with Syria continues normally, while the fall of the Assad regime in December 2024 introduced new regional dynamics affecting Lebanon’s political landscape that the government continues navigating successfully.

Key Factor: Border stability maintained while Valentine’s Day celebrations and government planning for disarmament implementation demonstrate effective state authority.

BEQAA VALLEY 🍇

Index Reading: 76/100 🔴
Status: Critical but Managing. The valley experiences ongoing Israeli strikes and ceasefire violations while Lebanese communities demonstrate resilience through Ramadan preparation distributions supporting vulnerable families during the blessed month with 2,800 family coverage across 32 villages.

Valentine’s Day celebrations occur in valley cities with restaurants and venues serving couples while humanitarian work continues supporting displaced populations and vulnerable communities.

Agricultural operations benefit from government stability and Anera’s rooftop garden program, with farmers like Abu Ali from Al Burghelieh village harvesting 100 kilograms of produce demonstrating agricultural resilience initiatives.

The valley prepares for next week’s disarmament planning as army maps upcoming Hezbollah disarmament steps for phase two (Litani to Awali River), creating ongoing security monitoring requirements.

Key Factor: Ramadan humanitarian distributions and Valentine’s celebrations demonstrating resilience while Israeli violations continue and disarmament planning approaches.

BAALBEK-HERMEL 🕌

Index Reading: 77/100 🔴
Status: Critical with Humanitarian Focus. This region participates in Ramadan preparation interventions covering 32 Bekaa villages while maintaining Valentine’s Day cultural activities in local communities.

Infrastructure challenges persist despite government stability, with Valentine’s Day providing opportunity for community gathering and cultural celebration amid ongoing regional tensions.

The region prepares for implications of next week’s disarmament planning while maintaining daily life activities and humanitarian support for vulnerable populations.

Key Factor: Ramadan preparations and Valentine’s celebrations demonstrating community resilience while disarmament planning and regional tensions require continued monitoring.

KESERWAN-JBEIL 🏛️

Index Reading: 65/100 🟡
Status: Elevated with Valentine’s Tourism Peak. The coastal governorate experiences maximum Valentine’s Day activity with Jounieh, Byblos (Jbeil), and Batroun reporting excellent restaurant bookings and romantic celebrations.

Tourism sector shows strong Valentine’s Day performance with Lebanese couples and some international visitors enjoying coastal restaurants, historic sites, and entertainment venues. Cultural revival manifests through galleries, theatres, and music venues reopening across the region.

Business operations benefit significantly from Valentine’s Day economic activity while government stability (President Aoun, PM Salam) and IMF talks making ‘significant progress’ create optimistic business environment.

The region serves as primary Valentine’s Day destination with coastal promenades, historic Byblos souks, and Batroun restaurants creating romantic atmosphere reflecting Lebanon’s characteristic ability to celebrate life and love despite challenges.

Key Factor: Valentine’s Day tourism peak with coastal celebrations demonstrating economic recovery while cultural revival and government stability create optimistic environment.

SOUTH LEBANON 🌴

Index Reading: 81/100 🔴
Status: Critical with Ongoing Violations. The south experiences continued Israeli strikes and ceasefire violations despite overall improvement from peak conflict period. Israeli forces conduct operations including recent abductions and attacks affecting civilian populations.

Ramadan distributions are taking place across South Lebanon today reaching more than 1,000 families as part of Valentine’s Day weekend humanitarian efforts supporting vulnerable populations.

Despite ongoing violations, Lebanese communities in southern cities maintain Valentine’s Day cultural traditions with restaurants and venues operating while families balance celebrations with security awareness.

The November 2024 ceasefire agreement marking significant turning point continues despite violations, with Lebanese resilience demonstrated through maintaining cultural activities and humanitarian support during ongoing challenges.

Key Factor: Ramadan distributions and Valentine’s celebrations demonstrating resilience while ongoing Israeli violations require continued vigilance and international monitoring.

NABATIEH ⛪

Index Reading: 79/100 🔴
Status: Critical with Humanitarian Operations. The governorate participates in today’s Ramadan distributions as part of South Lebanon humanitarian efforts while maintaining Valentine’s Day cultural activities in local communities.

Civilian populations balance Valentine’s Day celebrations with ongoing security awareness as Israeli violations continue despite ceasefire framework. Communities demonstrate resilience through maintaining cultural traditions and supporting vulnerable populations.

Infrastructure restoration continues with international support while Valentine’s Day provides opportunity for community gathering and cultural celebration reflecting Lebanese determination to maintain normalcy.

Key Factor: Ramadan humanitarian efforts and Valentine’s celebrations demonstrating community resilience while ongoing violations and reconstruction needs require continued support.

🎯 CURRENT SECURITY INTELLIGENCE BRIEF – VALENTINE’S DAY ASSESSMENT

💝 TODAY’S VALENTINE’S DAY SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS:

Cultural Celebration Factors:

1. Increased Public Gatherings – Restaurants, cafes, entertainment venues experiencing peak activity
2. Coastal Area Activity – Jounieh, Byblos, Batroun experiencing romantic tourism
3. Mountain Resort Operations – Faraya and mountain areas with Valentine’s visitors
4. Cultural Venue Revival – Galleries, theatres, music venues reopening and operating
5. Shopping District Activity – Increased commercial activity for Valentine’s purchases

🕊️ TOMORROW’S HARIRI ANNIVERSARY PREPARATIONS:

Commemorative Event Security:

1. Government Ceremonies – Official commemorations honoring former PM Hariri’s legacy
2. Downtown Beirut – Enhanced security around Hariri mausoleum and commemorative sites
3. Political Gatherings – Various political parties conducting memorial events
4. Media Coverage – Increased press activity at commemorative locations
5. Traffic Management – Potential disruptions around major commemoration sites

🔄 ONGOING SECURITY MONITORING:

Continued Vigilance Areas:

1. Tripoli Infrastructure – Building collapse aftermath requiring humanitarian support (14 dead, many displaced)
2. South Lebanon – Ongoing Israeli violations despite ceasefire framework
3. Bekaa Valley – Ramadan distributions and security monitoring
4. Government Facilities – Enhanced security during disarmament planning period
5. Border Areas – Continued effective LAF monitoring

✅ CELEBRATING SAFELY TODAY:

Valentine’s Day Security Guidance:

• Coastal Celebrations: Excellent conditions in Jounieh, Byblos, Batroun
• Mountain Resorts: Safe romantic getaways in Faraya and Mount Lebanon
• Beirut Restaurants: Operating normally with Valentine’s special menus
• Cultural Events: Galleries, theatres, music venues enjoying revival
• Shopping Districts: Safe Valentine’s shopping in major commercial areas

📱 VALENTINE’S DAY SECURITY GUIDANCE

💕 FOR VALENTINE’S DAY CELEBRATIONS:

EXCELLENT CONDITIONS FOR CELEBRATIONS: Lebanon marks Valentine’s Day with cultural events and romantic celebrations demonstrating remarkable resilience and return to normalcy after challenging period.

RECOMMENDED VALENTINE’S ACTIVITIES:

• Coastal Dining: Jounieh, Byblos, Batroun restaurants experiencing excellent Valentine’s atmosphere
• Mountain Getaways: Faraya and Mount Lebanon resorts perfect for romantic escapes
• Cultural Events: Galleries, theatres, music venues providing Valentine’s entertainment
• Historic Sites: Byblos souks and coastal promenades ideal for romantic walks
• Shopping: Commercial districts safe and active for Valentine’s gift purchases

SECURITY AWARENESS:

• Normal security protocols sufficient for Valentine’s celebrations
• Enhanced awareness around tomorrow’s Hariri anniversary preparations
• Avoid Tripoli areas affected by recent building collapses
• Standard precautions in southern areas with ongoing violations

🏢 BUSINESS OPERATIONS GUIDANCE:

VALENTINE’S ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY:

• Tourism Sector: Peak Valentine’s activity with restaurant and hotel bookings
• Retail Operations: Excellent Valentine’s shopping activity
• Entertainment Venues: Strong Valentine’s event attendance
• IMF Progress: Economic reform talks making ‘significant progress’ creating business confidence
• Government Stability: President Aoun and PM Salam providing predictable framework

🚗 TRAVEL ADVISORY – VALENTINE’S WEEKEND:

FAVORABLE TRAVEL CONDITIONS: Valentine’s Day weekend provides excellent opportunity for domestic tourism and celebration with overall improved security environment.

RECOMMENDED DESTINATIONS:

• Coastal Areas: Jounieh, Byblos, Batroun perfect for romantic weekends
• Mountain Resorts: Faraya and Mount Lebanon excellent for Valentine’s getaways
• Beirut Cultural Scene: Galleries, theatres, restaurants providing entertainment
• Historic Sites: Cultural tourism and romantic exploration opportunities

CONTINUED CAUTION:

• Tripoli areas affected by building collapses
• Southern Lebanon due to ongoing violations
• Border areas requiring standard security awareness

📊 VALENTINE’S DAY SECURITY ANALYSIS

Today’s Assessment: Cultural Resilience and Valentine’s Celebration Amid Tentative Stability
Government Function: President Aoun honoring Hariri legacy while planning disarmament implementation
Economic Progress: IMF talks making ‘significant progress’ providing business confidence
Cultural Revival: Galleries, theatres, music venues reopening demonstrating Lebanese resilience

Critical Analysis: Lebanon marks Valentine’s Day 2026 demonstrating remarkable cultural resilience and return to celebratory normalcy despite ongoing regional challenges. The characteristic Lebanese determination to celebrate love and life manifests through peak restaurant bookings, coastal tourism, and cultural event attendance.

President Aoun’s Friday tribute to former PM Hariri “a day ahead of the anniversary” connects current state-building efforts with Lebanon’s reconstruction legacy, creating narrative continuity between past sacrifices and present opportunities.

Government stability under President Aoun (elected after two-year vacuum) and PM Salam (confidence vote February 2025) provides predictable framework enabling Valentine’s celebrations and economic activity. IMF talks making ‘significant progress’ adds economic optimism to security improvements.

Tripoli building collapse tragedies (14 dead, many displaced within two weeks) highlight ongoing infrastructure challenges requiring urgent attention, though humanitarian response demonstrates effective coordination despite limited resources.

South Lebanon continues experiencing Israeli violations, but overall ceasefire framework maintains relative improvement from peak conflict period, allowing civilian populations to maintain cultural activities including Valentine’s celebrations alongside humanitarian support.

Ramadan preparation distributions reaching 1,000+ families today demonstrate Lebanon’s simultaneous management of Valentine’s celebrations, humanitarian needs, and cultural traditions reflecting complex society navigating multiple priorities.

Cultural Significance: Valentine’s Day 2026 represents Lebanon’s resilience – celebrating love and life while remembering past sacrifices (tomorrow’s Hariri anniversary), managing ongoing challenges (building collapses, southern violations), and pursuing future opportunities (disarmament planning, IMF progress).

🛡️ CIS SECURITY: VALENTINE’S DAY PROTECTION SERVICES

💝 CELEBRATING SAFELY – VALENTINE’S DAY 2026 SECURITY

CIS Security provides comprehensive protection enabling Valentine’s Day celebrations while maintaining security awareness for ongoing regional challenges and tomorrow’s Hariri anniversary commemorations.

VALENTINE’S DAY SPECIAL SERVICES:

Romantic Celebration Security:

• Coastal Dining Protection: Security coordination for Jounieh, Byblos, Batroun restaurant celebrations
• Mountain Resort Security: Professional protection for Faraya and Mount Lebanon romantic getaways
• Cultural Event Security: Security services for galleries, theatres, music venue Valentine’s events
• Shopping Security: Protection for Valentine’s shopping in commercial districts
• Transportation Services: Secure Valentine’s weekend travel coordination

Event Protection Services:

• Restaurant and Hotel Security: Professional protection for Valentine’s venue celebrations
• Private Event Security: Security for Valentine’s parties and gatherings
• Celebrity and VIP Protection: Enhanced security for high-profile Valentine’s celebrations
• Venue Security Coordination: Professional services for entertainment and cultural events
• Emergency Response: Maintained capabilities during Valentine’s weekend activities

Hariri Anniversary Preparation:

• Tomorrow’s Commemoration Security: Professional protection for Hariri anniversary events
• Mausoleum Area Security: Enhanced coordination around commemorative sites
• Political Event Protection: Security for memorial gatherings and ceremonies
• Media Security Coordination: Professional services for press coverage activities
• Traffic Management Support: Coordination for commemoration-related movement

ONGOING SECURITY SERVICES:

Regional Monitoring:

• Tripoli Humanitarian Support: Security for building collapse relief operations
• South Lebanon Operations: Continued monitoring despite Valentine’s celebrations
• Ramadan Distribution Security: Protection for humanitarian efforts reaching 1,000+ families
• Government Facility Protection: Enhanced security during disarmament planning period
• Border Security Coordination: Maintained LAF support operations

Business Security:

• Valentine’s Commercial Security: Protection for peak retail and tourism activity
• Restaurant and Hotel Security: Professional services during Valentine’s peak operations
• Entertainment Venue Protection: Security coordination for cultural event revival
• International Visitor Security: Professional services for Valentine’s tourists
• Economic Activity Protection: Security enabling IMF progress business confidence

📞 VALENTINE’S WEEKEND COORDINATION

CELEBRATION SECURITY HOTLINE: +961-3-539900
Professional protection enabling Valentine’s celebrations with security awareness

ROMANTIC EVENT SECURITY: Protection for Valentine’s dining, entertainment, cultural activities
HARIRI ANNIVERSARY COORDINATION: Security planning for tomorrow’s commemorations
EMERGENCY RESPONSE: Maintained capabilities during Valentine’s weekend

Valentine’s Service Centers:

• Coastal Area Security: Jounieh, Byblos, Batroun romantic celebration protection
• Mountain Resort Protection: Faraya and Mount Lebanon Valentine’s getaway security
• Cultural Event Coordination: Gallery, theatre, music venue security services
• Emergency Response Center: Maintained operations during Valentine’s weekend

During Valentine’s Day 2026 celebrations demonstrating Lebanon’s cultural resilience, CIS Security provides comprehensive protection enabling romantic celebrations, cultural events, and economic activity while maintaining security awareness for tomorrow’s Hariri anniversary and ongoing regional challenges.

⚠️ VALENTINE’S DAY 2026 OPERATIONAL NOTICE

CULTURAL CELEBRATION: Lebanon marks Valentine’s Day with romantic celebrations, cultural events, and tourism activity demonstrating remarkable resilience and return to normalcy while honoring tomorrow’s Hariri assassination anniversary.

Government Stability: President Joseph Aoun and PM Nawaf Salam provide stable framework enabling Valentine’s celebrations while preparing next week’s disarmament planning and benefiting from IMF talks making ‘significant progress.’

Humanitarian Balance: Ramadan distributions reaching 1,000+ families today demonstrate Lebanon’s simultaneous management of Valentine’s celebrations, humanitarian needs (Tripoli building collapses – 14 dead), and cultural traditions.

Professional Commitment: CIS Security enables Valentine’s Day celebrations through professional protection services while maintaining security awareness for tomorrow’s Hariri anniversary, ongoing southern violations, and Tripoli humanitarian needs.

🔍 PROFESSIONAL SECURITY SERVICES – CIS SECURITY LEBANON

Trusted Security Excellence Since 1990 – “Because Your Safety Isn’t Optional”

During Valentine’s Day 2026 celebrations demonstrating Lebanon’s cultural resilience and romantic spirit, trust CIS Security’s 35+ years of proven expertise enabling safe celebrations while maintaining awareness for tomorrow’s Hariri anniversary and ongoing challenges. As Lebanon’s most reviewed security company, we provide comprehensive Valentine’s weekend security including romantic event protection, cultural venue security, coastal area services, and tomorrow’s commemoration coordination. Our trained, uniformed, and licensed security personnel deliver 24/7 protection celebrating Lebanese resilience and love.

CIS Security Valentine’s Day 2026 Services:

• Romantic Celebration Security – Protection for coastal dining, mountain resorts, cultural events
• Valentine’s Event Protection – Professional services for restaurants, hotels, entertainment venues
• Hariri Anniversary Security – Tomorrow’s commemoration protection and coordination
• Tourism Security – Services for domestic and international Valentine’s visitors
• Cultural Revival Protection – Security for reopening galleries, theatres, music venues
• Humanitarian Coordination – Professional support for Ramadan distributions and Tripoli relief

Why Choose CIS This Valentine’s Weekend: ✓ 35+ Years Cultural Event Experience – Proven security for Lebanese celebrations and commemorations
✓ Romantic Celebration Expertise – Professional protection enabling Valentine’s dining and entertainment
✓ Government Coordination – Security supporting President Aoun’s Hariri tribute and state continuity
✓ Coastal Area Specialists – Expert protection for Jounieh, Byblos, Batroun romantic destinations
✓ Cultural Revival Support – Security enabling galleries, theatres, music venues reopening
✓ Comprehensive Weekend Protection – Services for Valentine’s celebrations and Hariri anniversary

Valentine’s Weekend Security: 📞 Celebration Coordination: +961-3-539900
💕 Romantic Event Protection: Professional security for Valentine’s dining, entertainment, getaways
🌐 Cultural Security: www.cissecurity.net – Protection for galleries, theatres, music venues
🕊️ Anniversary Coordination: Tomorrow’s Hariri commemoration security planning

Serving all Lebanese governorates during Valentine’s Day 2026 celebrating love and resilience while honoring tomorrow’s Hariri martyrdom anniversary. CIS Security – Your trusted partner enabling romantic celebrations, cultural revival, and commemorative events while maintaining security awareness for Tripoli humanitarian needs (14 dead from building collapses), southern violations, and government disarmament planning. Happy Valentine’s Day Lebanon! 💝🇱🇧