S'poreans in Lebanon should leave immediately amid volatile situation: MFA

Singaporeans in Lebanon should leave the country immediately via commercial options, said the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) in an updated travel advisory on Sept 28.

- Chin Hui Shan

“In view of the volatile situation in the region, Singaporeans are advised to defer all travel to Lebanon,” it said.

They should also avoid travel to southern Beirut and southern Lebanon, including the Lebanon-Israel border areas.

“Singaporeans who choose to remain in Lebanon should remain vigilant, monitor local developments closely and heed the advice of the Lebanese government,” said MFA, adding that Singaporeans should also avoid protests and large gatherings.

For just under a year, Israel has been fighting Hamas in Gaza in an effort to dismantle the militant group after it led attacks on Israel on Oct 7, 2023.