Canada Urges Citizens to Leave Lebanon Due to Escalating Conflict
Global Affairs Canada has issued a warning to Canadian nationals in Lebanon, advising them to leave the country immediately amidst growing tensions between Israel and Hezbollah. The potential for the conflict to escalate into war raises concerns for the safety of all individuals in the region.
Similar warnings have been issued by the UK, the US, France, and Germany, urging their citizens to also evacuate Lebanon. Multiple European airlines have canceled flights to Beirut, heightening the sense of urgency for departure.
Israel’s retaliatory strike in Beirut targeted a Hezbollah commander believed to be responsible for recent attacks on Israeli territory. While the strike caused damage to buildings, casualties have not been confirmed.
As the situation continues to unfold, Canadians are encouraged to heed the advice of Global Affairs Canada and make arrangements to leave Lebanon while commercial flights are still available.