India, US, and Russia Warn Citizens About Traveling to Lebanon Amid Rising Tensions

New Delhi [India], June 27: Due to increasing tensions and a volatile security situation in Lebanon, India, the United States, and Russia have advised their citizens to reconsider travel plans to the Middle Eastern nation.

Indian Embassy’s Advisory

The Indian Embassy in Lebanon has urged all Indian nationals to stay vigilant and maintain communication with the Embassy. They can contact the Embassy through the email address cons.beirut@mea.gov.in or the emergency helpline number +961-76860128.

US Embassy’s Warning

The US Embassy in Lebanon has also warned its citizens about the unpredictable security environment, advising them to reconsider any travel plans. Specific regions to avoid include southern Lebanon, the Lebanon-Syria border area, and refugee settlements.

Russia’s Advisory

Russia’s embassy in Beirut has called on its citizens to refrain from traveling to Lebanon until the situation stabilizes in the southern part of the country.

Background of Rising Tensions

Tensions between Israel and Lebanon have escalated since the October 7 Hamas attack on Israel. Hezbollah, a militant group in Lebanon, has been firing missiles, mortars, and drones into Israel, which has responded with its own fire. This conflict has caused tens of thousands of people on both sides of the border to flee, raising concerns about a potential full-scale war.