Statement on the inquiry conducted by the Lebanese government into the Beirut explosion
Constant leaking of information is undermining the inquiryThe Lebanese Transparency Association (LTA), supported by Transparency International, reiterates its position on the importance of conducting an open and transparent inquiry with far-reaching powers able to establish legal, administrative and criminal responsibilities. We reiterate our serious concerns that the inquiry is being conducted by an “Exceptional Court” which does not guarantee a fair trial. The LTA also calls on the Lebanese government to guarantee international standards of openness and transparency throughout the