Restore elections in Tripoli ?? A cry from “Ladi” amid explicit violations
The elections in Tripoli
Restore elections in Tripoli ?? The demand for “Ladi” to return the elections in Tripoli is not just a cry from the Civil Society Association.
The Lebanese Association for Democracy of Elections (Ladi) launched an explicit call that beats the alarm,
Demanding the return of municipal and optional elections in the city of Tripoli,
After more than two days have passed since the polling end without official results,
Amid the disturbing reports of violations and transgressions, which they described as “dangerous” and “scandalous”.) An explicit call beats the alarm,
DemandingReturn municipal and optional elections in the city of TripoliAfter more than two days have passed since the polling ended without official results, amid disturbing reports on violations and transgressions, which they described as “dangerous” and “scandalous”.
This unprecedented position on a control association known for its neutrality, reflects A serious deterioration in the democratic process In one of the largest and most important Lebanese cities,
What raises serious questions about the extent of the transparency of the recent municipal elections and the extent of their respect for the basic criteria for integrity and justice.
Delaying the announcement of the results … a first indication of chaos
Since the closure of the polls on Sunday evening, May 11, 2025, the official results of the elections have not been announced in Tripoli,
This sparked great surprise in political and popular circles. This delay, according to what “Ladi” indicated.
It was only the beginning, as I quickly discovered A series of abuses and breaches Which marked the various stages of the electoral process,
Starting with pre -ballots to sorting and announcing results.
Depriving delegates of regulations of permits: beating transparency
One of the most prominent violations monitored by “Ladi” was represented in Preventing some competing regulations from obtaining the necessary permits To keep pace with the electoral process within the pens and sorting centers.
These practices constitute, according to the statement, an explicit violation of the principle Equal opportunities Among the candidates,
Popular censorship is weakened by the course of the vote, which opens the door to Suspicions of manipulation and forgery.
Great errors in sorting and re -counting the boxes, are the elections be returned in Tripoli?
“Ladi” confirms that The screening stage witnessed a remarkable chaosAs officials were forced to count many boxes as a result of clear errors in the count,
This raises questions about The efficiency of employees in registration committees And about the extent of their training and readiness to manage this sensitive entitlement.
In this context, the association warned that such errors are not just an administrative defect,
but rather It affects the essence of the electoral process It affects the legitimacy of the results, especially if the differences between the competing regulations are minimal.
Did the elections in Tripoli fall on the criteria of “free and fair”?
Based on Comprehensive field monitoring By its watchers deployed in the polling pens, Ladi confirmed that what happened in Tripoli It does not rise to the level of free and fair elections It is stipulated in the Lebanese constitution and international standards. She stressed that these repeated abuses lose the entire process of its legitimacy and undermine the confidence of the voters.
Claiming the re -elections in Tripoli: a necessary solution or a political adventure?
Based on this reality, she called “Ladi” clearly to Return municipal and optional elections in Tripoli completely,
Considering that this option is the only way To restore citizens’ confidence And ensuring that my work is effective during the next six years.
However, there remains political and legal questions about the ability of the Lebanese state to implement this requirement.
In light of administrative and political complications, poor financial and organizational capabilities.
The re -elections in Tripoli alone are not enough .. The radical correction is required
The association stressed that the re -election should not be mere Technical repetition When it happened, it must be associated with Rore and comprehensive correction For all the defects that marred this entitlement. Specifically, I called for:
- Comprehensive and effective training For pens and registration committees.
- Ensure full participation of all delegates of regulationsWithout exception.
- A strict application of the principle of equal opportunities Among the candidates.
- Full transparency guarantee In the stages of voting and sorting.
The role of the judiciary: responsibility for accountability and accountability
In her statement, Ladi invited to her The judiciary bears its responsibility In following these abuses, opening transparent investigations and holding accountable for everyone who proves their involvement or shortening it. She stressed the need for the elections to be a tool for restoring confidence between the state and citizens, not an occasion to increase the rift and division.
Municipal elections is an essential station for rebuilding the state
“Ladi” confirms that the municipal and optional elections are not only a local occasion, but also A basic pillar in rebuilding the state And its institutions,
Especially in light of the state of administrative and political collapse that the country suffers from. From this standpoint,
Any distortion of this entitlement is A direct hit of the state and institutions project.
Tripoli is a model or a warning?
What happened in Tripoli should not be seen as an isolated accident, but rather as a dangerous indication of Employment of the structure of Lebanese democracy,
If it is not corrected quickly. Tharablus, as the second largest city in Lebanon,
It is a microcosm of the challenges facing the elections in the rest of the regions,
What makes it necessary Accounting and reform is a national issue, not only local.
Does anyone respond to the call of “Ladi”?
Ladi’s demand to return the elections in Tripoli is not just a cry from the Civil Society Association,
but rather A national appeal It alerts to a threat to Lebanese democracy. Will the concerned authorities – especially the Ministry of Interior and the Judicial Authority – respond to this call, or the Traboulsi citizen is left again hostage to the electoral tampering?
In a country where the elections are considered one of the last aspects of the remaining democratic life, TransparencyIf we want an honest electoral future that restores the citizen his belief in the state.
