US Embassy in Lebanon Urges Citizens to Leave Amid Rising Tensions

Beirut, The Gulf Observer: The US Embassy in Lebanon has issued an urgent advisory, urging American citizens to leave the country as soon as possible. This alert comes amid escalating fears of an all-out war between Israel and Hezbollah, which could potentially trigger a broader regional conflict, NHC reports.

Despite the suspension and cancellation of numerous flights, the embassy emphasized that “commercial transportation options to leave Lebanon remain available.” In its official statement, the embassy encouraged citizens to secure any available tickets, advising, “We encourage those who wish to depart Lebanon to book any ticket available to them, even if that flight does not depart immediately or does not follow their first-choice route.”

This advisory underscores the heightened state of alert and the potential for rapid deterioration of the security situation in the region. American citizens in Lebanon are strongly urged to take all necessary precautions and to leave the country at the earliest opportunity.

For further information and assistance, US citizens are advised to contact the US Embassy in Beirut or consult the embassy’s website for the latest updates and travel guidance.