Riad Salameh, the former governor of Lebanon’s central bank, has been arrested. Read More: Qatar Calls for Immediate Ceasefire in LebanonWhy Was Riad Salameh Arrested? The investigation involves transactions at the central bank, Banque du Liban, and securities purchases linked to companies connected with Bank Audi. The questioning was based on a complaint filed by Karim Souaid, the current governor of Lebanon's central bank. Background of the InvestigationMr. Salameh served as the head of Lebanon’s central bank for 30 years, from 1993 to 2023.