“Mayor of Sidon Thanks Security Services for Containing Clashes Over Beach Dress”

The mayor of Sidon, Muhammad al-Saudi, thanked the municipal police and the security services for “their efforts and success in containing what happened today on the sidewalk of the popular swimming pool, and separating those with different views on beach dress.”

He said: “Today, the repercussions that could have been greater had it not been for the presence of the security services have been contained, and this is what we feared would happen and was behind our decision to ban any press conference, activity or gatherings on the beach of the popular swimming pool, and we are interested in emphasizing the pioneers of the popular swimming pool and reminding them of the necessity of full compliance.” with the general controls approved annually upon its official opening.

Earlier, the atmosphere around the popular pool became tense, and clashes broke out between supporters and opponents of bathing suits, while the security forces prevented everyone from going to the beach and holding any conference or activity.

Clashes were recorded between the security forces and a number of young men on Sidon’s sea corniche.