Lebanese pop star-turned-militant Fadel Shaker surrendered to military authorities after 12 years in hiding following his conviction for supporting a terrorist group during violent clashes with the Lebanese army in 2013. Shaker, who had been living in the Ein el-Hilweh Palestinian refugee camp, is set to be tried on new charges related to crimes against the military. His return to custody coincides with the Lebanese army’s broader initiative to regulate weaponry within Palestinian camps, a move aimed at reducing sectarian tensions and enhancing national security. This development underscores the ongoing challenges Lebanon faces with militant groups and the importance of strengthening state authority in sensitive areas.