Key takeaways:
- The U.S. Department of State has issued a “worldwide caution” alert, urging U.S. citizens to exercise increased caution when traveling overseas.
- The U.S. Embassy in Lebanon has issued a security alert, recommending that U.S. citizens in Lebanon make plans to depart as soon as possible.
- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security and the Federal Bureau of Investigation have both issued warnings of a heightened potential for violence due to the ongoing conflict.
The U.S. Department of State is warning Americans of a heightened potential for violence due to the ongoing Israel-Hamas war. The State Department issued a rare “worldwide caution” alert on Thursday, urging U.S. citizens to exercise increased caution when traveling overseas. The alert also recommends that U.S. citizens who choose not to depart prepare contingency plans for emergency situations.
The U.S. Embassy in Lebanon has issued a security alert, recommending that U.S. citizens in Lebanon make plans to depart as soon as possible while commercial options are still available. The Embassy is also providing a crisis intake form on the Department of State website for U.S. citizens in Lebanon needing emergency assistance. Family members of U.S. citizens in Lebanon can also submit a form on their behalf.
The Israel-Hamas war has been ongoing since May 10th, when Hamas launched a barrage of rockets into Israel. Since then, the conflict has escalated, with both sides exchanging airstrikes and rocket fire. The violence has resulted in the deaths of over 200 people, including at least 58 children.
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security and the Federal Bureau of Investigation have both issued warnings of a heightened potential for violence due to the ongoing conflict. The State Department is urging U.S. citizens to exercise caution and be aware of their surroundings when traveling overseas.
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