Lebanon
2024 - 8 - 6Lebanon in Turmoil: Why Kenyans Need to Pack Their Bags!
lebanon news Crisis Management - Evacuation - Hezbollah - International Travel - ISrael - Kenya - Lebanon - Middle East Tensions - lebanon news🚨 Urgent call for evacuation: Kenyans in Lebanon, it’s time to move! Find out why your government is sounding the alarm!
As tensions rise in Lebanon with the threat of conflict looming on the horizon, Kenyans living there are urged to take immediate action. The Ministry of Foreign and Diaspora Affairs has initiated a mass evacuation plan, advising all Kenyan citizens to leave the country as soon as possible. With news that Norwegian officials have similarly advised their citizens to leave Lebanon, it's clear that the situation is becoming increasingly dire for expatriates. The chances of a war breaking out have dramatically increased, especially with conflicts between Israel and Hezbollah heating up following the assassination of a terrorist leader.
Residents in Lebanon are feeling the unease as the atmosphere fills with anxiety; fear of the unknown is palpable. This is not just a Kenyan issue, as other countries, including Germany and China, are also expressing concerns for their citizens in the region. The urgency of the evacuation effort is underscored by the government announcing designated safe zones and providing emergency contact numbers. The message is clear: if you're a Kenyan currently in Lebanon, listen up and pack your bags!
The State Department of Diaspora Affairs has gone all out to ensure that Kenyans have the necessary resources to evacuate safely. Not only are they urging immediate departure, but they’ve also set up a registration link for those in Lebanon to make the process easier. With the government taking these measures, there is hope that the safety of Kenyans can be prioritized amid chaos. This proactive approach comes at a critical time when the world watches closely as tensions escalate in Lebanon.
Lebanon has historically been a culturally rich and vibrant place, but the present situation highlights the reality that peace can be fragile. It’s essential to remember that while Kenyans find themselves in the spotlight, many nations grapple with their citizens' safety in volatile regions. If tensions continue to rise, these responses may become standard procedure among international communities, reminding us that global safety is often intertwined in unexpected ways.
Interestingly, Lebanon has a rich history dating back to ancient times and remains a land famed for its picturesque landscapes and delectable cuisine. However, it’s vital that this beauty doesn’t lure individuals into danger—knowing when to take action can save lives and preserve the stunning memories of this country. Let’s hope for a swift resolution that ensures safety returns to Lebanon so that it can regain its status as a favorite amongst tourists once again!
Norwegian FM urges citizens to leave Lebanon immediately (新华网)
OSLO, Aug. 6 (Xinhua) -- Norwegian Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide has issued a strong advisory urging all Norwegian citizens currently in Lebanon to ...
Why government has initiated mass evacuation of Kenyans in ... (Bizna Kenya)
The Ministry of Foreign and Diaspora Affairs has released a statement expressing their concern over a looming war in Lebanon. Due to the rising tensions, ...
Kenya announces 'urgent' Lebanon evacuatios amid volatility in ... (Capital FM Kenya)
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, in a statement on Tuesday, advised Kenyans in Lebanon to register for evacuation and move to designated safe zones if able.
Gov't Asks Kenyans in Lebanon to Leave, Provides Contacts For ... (Nairobi Leo)
The State Department of Diaspora Affairs has asked Kenyans living in Lebanon to leave the country amid growing fears of conflict. In a statement on Tuesday, ...
Under specter of all-out war, Lebanon teeters between panic and ... (Ynetnews)
As tensions escalate between Israel and Hezbollah following assassination of terror group's top commander, Beirut residents face deep anxiety while Lebanese ...
China issues Lebanon travel warning as Israel tensions spark 'grave ... (South China Morning Post)
Chinese embassy urges nationals in Lebanon to be better prepared for emergencies but stops short of ordering evacuation, unlike US or UK.
China urges citizens to take 'caution' in Lebanon travel (VnExpress International)
China's embassy in Beirut urged citizens to "travel with caution" should they visit Lebanon, warning they face "higher security risks" as fears of a ...
Government appeals to Kenyans in Lebanon to evacuate (The Standard)
On Tuesday, the State Department of Diaspora Affairs called on Kenyans to seek immediate evacuation. The department provided a link and emergency contacts to ...
Germany plans mass-evacuations for citizens in Lebanon (The Jerusalem Post)
Under the assumption that Iran will retaliate against Israel this week, with a potentially large attack from Hezbollah in Lebanon, the German military is ...
South Korea to ban its citizens going to border areas of Lebanon ... (Reuters)
South Korea said on Tuesday it will issue a ban on its citizens travelling to the border areas of Israel and Lebanon after advising them to leave the ...
South Korea to ban its citizens going to border areas of Lebanon ... (Al Arabiya English)
South Korea said on Tuesday it will issue a ban on its citizens traveling to the border areas of Israel and Lebanon after advising them to leave the.
South Korea 'strongly advises' its citizens to leave Lebanon and Israel (The Times of Israel)
The travel advisory has been issued after a commander of the Iran-aligned Lebanese terror group Hezbollah and the head of the political wing of Hamas were ...
People scramble to airport over fears of all-out conflict in Lebanon (Metro)
Latest travel advice to Lebanon as people scramble to the Beirut airport over fears of an imminent all-out conflict.
Israeli airstrike targeting Hezbollah kills 4 in southern Lebanon (Voice of America)
The Israeli military said the strikes in the Nabatiye area targeted Hezbollah militants, while Hezbollah said Tuesday it launched a drone attack directed at ...
Two injured, one critically, as drone from Lebanon impacts in ... (The Times of Israel)
Medical officials report that two people have been injured in the northern Arab town of Mazra'a in the Western Galilee after a drone from Lebanon impacted.
Lebanon aims to ensure Hezbollah response to Israeli attack does ... (Reuters)
Lebanon is working to ensure any response to the Israeli killing of a top Hezbollah commander in Beirut does not trigger total war in the Middle East, ...
Government appeals to Kenyans in Lebanon to evacuate (The Standard)
On Tuesday, the State Department of Diaspora Affairs called on Kenyans to seek immediate evacuation. The department provided a link and emergency contacts to ...
Lebanon source says 5 fighters dead as Hezbollah, Israel trade fire (FRANCE 24)
A Lebanese security source said an Israeli strike killed five Hezbollah fighters in the south on Tuesday, with the group claiming attacks on northern Israel ...
China's embassy in Beirut urges 'caution' for nationals travelling in ... (Hong Kong Free Press)
This picture taken from northern Israel shows smoke billowing during Israeli bombardment of the southern Lebanese border village of Khiam on August 6, 2024, ...
Israel-Gaza live updates: Israel, Hezbollah exchange fire over border (ABC News)
As the Israel-Hamas war continues, negotiations seem to have stalled to secure the release of hostages.
Drone attack from Lebanon by Hezbollah injures 6 in N. Israel (新华网)
JERUSALEM/BEIRUT, Aug. 6 (Xinhua) -- A drone attack launched on Tuesday from Lebanon by Hezbollah forces injured six people in northern Israel, ...
Hezbollah explosive drones hit multiple cities; 1 critically injured (Israel Hayom)
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) conducted a targeted strike in southern Lebanon, eliminating Ali Jamal al-Din Jawad, a prominent commander in Hezbollah's ...
Lebanon's Hezbollah launches drone attacks on Israel, says more to ... (Reuters)
Lebanon's armed group Hezbollah launched a series of drone and rocket attacks into northern Israel on Tuesday but warned that its much-anticipated ...
Egyptians Urged to Reconsider Lebanon Travel | Egyptian Streets (Egyptian Streets)
EgyptAir issued an urgent advisory on Sunday evening, urging customers to review and modify their flight bookings to and from Beirut.
Lebanon's Hezbollah says it launched drones at Israel, retaliation ... (Al Arabiya English)
Lebanon's armed group Hezbollah launched a series of drone and rocket attacks into northern Israel on Tuesday but warned that its much-anticipated.
Mideast tensions soar as fresh Israeli strike on Lebanon kills four ... (CNA)
Four Hezbollah fighters have reportedly been killed in an Israeli strike in the south of Lebanon, threatening to ignite already-fraught tensions.
Roundup: European countries advise citizens to leave Lebanon ... (新华网)
Air France and Transavia France have decided to extend the suspension of their flights to Beirut until at least Thursday. A spokesman for the German Foreign ...
As sonic booms rock Beirut, Hezbollah chief vows a 'strong and ... (Breaking Defense)
BEIRUT — In the middle of the day here, Beirut was rocked as three sonic booms caused by Israeli jets hit the city, breaking some glass windows and sending ...
Kenya Advises Citizens to Evacuate Lebanon - Business Today Kenya (Business Today Kenya)
Amid signs of escalating tensions in the Middle East, the Government of Kenya has stepped up efforts to support Kenyan nationals in Lebanon.
UNIFIL cares for those left with no medical support in south Lebanon ... (ReliefWeb)
News and Press Release in Arabic on Lebanon about Health and Protection and Human Rights; published on 6 Aug 2024 by UNIFIL.
All eyes on Lebanon in Athens (www.ekathimerini.com)
Athens is on high alert in the event that Lebanon becomes a theater of military operations. Athens and Nicosia are coordinating for the necessity to ...
Foreign Ministry recommends Spanish citizens to leave Lebanon (The Diplomat in Spain)
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs recommends Spanish citizens on its website to leave Lebanon in view of the "general context of instability".
Wider Lebanon war could halve tourism revenue and sever air links (The National)
While direct revenue from inbound international visitors may plummet by up to 55% this year, country's economy could contract by 10%-15%
The streets of Israel and Lebanon as both prepare for possible war (Euronews)
What it's like on the streets of Beirut and Tel Aviv as both sides await retaliation attacks from one another.
Britons in Lebanon could be evacuated by more than 1000 UK ... (Sky News)
More than 1,000 British military personnel are on standby to help evacuate UK nationals from Lebanon as fears grow that Israel's war in Gaza will escalate ...
Lebanon: UK military on standby for potential evacuation of nationals (BBC News)
More than a thousand British military personnel have been put on standby in case British nationals need to be evacuated from Lebanon.
Hezbollah will respond 'whatever the consequences', says leader (BBC News)
The leader of the Iranian-backed Lebanese group Hezbollah has said the response to the Israeli assassination of a senior commander in Beirut is coming.
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