The Executive Committee of the Lebanese Gymnastics Federation, chaired by Engineer Hussein Taha, held a meeting on September 14, 2026.
During the meeting, the board discussed administrative and technical matters as well as upcoming events.
Taha reviewed the results of the Federation’s delegation’s visit to Qatar and its meeting with Abdulrahman bin Saad Al-Shathri, President of the Asian Gymnastics Federation.
The visit resulted in the provision of five training camps outside Lebanon for clubs and academies, with travel, accommodation, meals, and training expenses covered.
The Board also reviewed a letter issued by the International Gymnastics Federation, which affirmed its support and authority.
The Board decided to file the letter with the Ministry of Youth and Sports.
According to the Commission’s statement, it was decided to suspend Jawdat Shaker, Roger Ad, Muhammad al-Hariri, Tarek Ghalayini, Muhammad Khamasi, Mustafa al-Baghdadi, and Mario Wakim for a period of four years.
The case was referred to the relevant Ethics Committee.
On the sporting front, the Lebanese Gymnastics Federation agreed to participate in the West Asian Championships in Jordan and the Parkour World Cup in China.
It also approved holding an artistic gymnastics training camp in Turkey.
The Federation also appointed the heads of the technical committees and approved the organization of the “Conditioning” Championship at the Jambo Club in Beirut.
The Federation issued warnings to a number of clubs and individuals, affirming its continued support for the national teams, the development of athletes and coaches, and the promotion of Lebanon’s presence abroad.
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