🇺🇸🇱🇧 The U.S. Embassy in Beirut has issued an updated travel advisory warning American citizens against travel to Lebanon due to the rising risks of crime, terrorism, civil unrest, kidnappings, unexploded landmines, and potential armed conflict, especially near border zones.

The notice includes the suspension of authorized departure for family members and non-essential U.S. government personnel. U.S. embassy staff are now banned from personal travel in Lebanon without prior approval, and further restrictions may be imposed without notice due to escalating security threats.

The embassy emphasized that consular staff may be unable to assist Americans in certain regions and reiterated that employees live and work under strict security measures.

The advisory references ongoing instability since Operation Al-Aqsa Flood and notes continued terrorist planning activity in Lebanon. The warning details risks of sudden attacks on tourist sites, transit hubs, marketplaces, and government installations.

It also highlights rising politically motivated violence, unsolved murders, and advises Americans to avoid protests and large gatherings, as these can quickly escalate into violence. Americans are urged to leave southern Lebanon, the Syrian border regions, and refugee camps immediately if currently present.