German Nationals Urged to Evacuate Lebanon Amid Unrest

The German foreign ministry has urged its citizens in Lebanon to leave the country immediately due to escalating tensions. Despite rumors of an official evacuation, individuals are advised to arrange their own departure, even if it involves inconvenient routes or high costs. The defense ministry remains silent on evacuation plans.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 07-08-2024 15:40 IST | Created: 07-08-2024 15:40 IST
German Nationals Urged to Evacuate Lebanon Amid Unrest
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The German foreign ministry has issued a stark warning to its citizens in Lebanon, urging them to leave immediately amid rising tensions in the region.

Addressing the rumors of a possible evacuation by German authorities, a spokesperson stated, 'The time now has come to leave Lebanon,' advising citizens to arrange their own exit even if it involves traveling via Turkey or incurring high flight costs.

Meanwhile, the defense ministry remained tight-lipped about any specific plans or preparations for evacuations, should the Middle East conflict escalate further.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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