The Foreign Office has issued a stark warning to UK holidaymakers, tourists and visitors who are in Lebanon amid the escalating crisis.
The UK Foreign Office has issued a dire warning to Brits in Lebanon, with an urgent message saying "get out now" and cautioning "do not rely on us to evacuate you".
In an update issued on Wednesday , the the Foreign Office "advises against all travel to Lebanon due to risks associated with the ongoing conflict between Israel, Lebanese Hizballah, and other non-state actors in Lebanon." Stressing the limited assistance that could be provided by the British embassy, the advice further elaborated, "The British embassy may be increasingly limited in the assistance that it can provide. If you are currently in Lebanon, we encourage you to leave.",Top Trending Stories Today Britons were advised to maintain their own contingency measures, with the recommendation: "You should have a personal emergency plan that does not rely on the UK government.
In response to a deadly rocket attack that claimed the lives of 12 children, a counterstrike was initiated. Shukur, also referred to as Hajj Mohsin and known to be the close aide to Hezbollah chief Hassan Nasrallah, was targeted by Israeli forces, Israels military spokesperson R Adm Daniel Hagari confirmed in an evening briefing.
United Kingdom Latest News, United Kingdom Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Foreign Office warns UK tourists 'leave now' and 'don't wait'The Foreign Office has issued a stark new warning to UK tourists, holidaymakers and visitors in Lebanon amid an escalating crisis in the region, with Foreign Office advice set to change
Read more »
Foreign Office issues new travel advice for Spain, Greece and TurkeyThe Foreign Office has issued new advice to Brits as the European heatwave continues to sweep the continent
Read more »
Foreign Office warning as Brits told to avoid specific areas in TurkeyThe Government body is advising against all but essential travel within three specific parts of the country.
Read more »
Foreign Office warns of volcanic eruptions at European holiday destinationBrits have been urged to follow the guidance of local authorities in Iceland with more eruptions likely
Read more »
Foreign Office warning for Brits as volcanic eruptions could disrupt holidaysThe Foreign Commonwealth Development Office (FCDO) has issued a warning for holidaymakers to check for alerts and advice before they head off as volcanic eruptions continue
Read more »
Foreign Office alert as volcanic eruptions may disrupt holidaysHolidaymakers are being advised to keep a close eye on activity and check before they travel
Read more »