Arrr, the State Department be advisin' all ye landlubbers to be a wee bit cautious whilst abroad, as the Israel-Hamas scuffle continues to rage!
2023-10-19
Arrr! The landlubbers in the U.S. State Department be warnin' all ye adventurous souls sailin' abroad of the perilous waters in the Middle East. Tensions be risin' like the waves, so be on guard and keep ye wits about ye as ye explore the seven seas!
The U.S. State Department has issued a new "worldwide caution" to Americans traveling around the globe as the war rages on Thursday between Israel and Hamas. The advisory warns of potential terrorist attacks, demonstrations, and violent actions against U.S. citizens and interests, urging increased caution.The warning specifically mentions the unpredictable security situation in Lebanon due to rocket, missile, and artillery exchanges between Israel and Hezbollah or other armed militant factions. As a result, the Department authorized the voluntary, temporary departure of family members of U.S. government personnel and some non-emergency personnel from the U.S. Embassy in Beirut.
Americans within Lebanon are also advised not to travel to the border with Israel to avoid armed conflict. Large demonstrations have erupted in response to the recent violence in Israel and Gaza, some turning violent. Protesters have blocked major roads, including those leading to the U.S. Embassy and Beirut's international airport.
The advisory highlights the ongoing rocket, missile, and artillery exchanges between Israel and Hezbollah, emphasizing the need for U.S. citizens to avoid the border area.
The Iranian-backed militant group Hezbollah has been engaging in border skirmishes with Israel's military, while the military wing of Hamas claimed to have fired rockets from southern Lebanon into Israel. The Israel Defense Forces responded by striking Hezbollah terrorist infrastructure.
The State Department's cautionary message is an important reminder for Americans to prioritize their safety and exercise increased caution while traveling in areas affected by the Israel-Hamas conflict.