The Ministry of Foreign and Diaspora Affairs has issued a warning to Kenyans living in Lebanon due to the current situation.
In a statement, the ministry has expressed concern for the violence unfolding in the country. Therefore, it has asked those who are in a position to leave the country to do so immediately.
At the same time, the ministry has indicated that it is beginning evacuation processes for Kenyans in the country.
“Kenyans in Lebanon, we have noted with deep concern the unfolding situation in Lebanon,
“We are appealing to those who can move to safer areas within Lebanon and those able to leave the country to do so,” the statement reads in part.
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Govt Issues Emergency Contacts for Kenyans
Kenyans in Lebanon has been asked to register with the ministry for the evacuation process.
“Urgently register with us through this link: https://tinyurl.com/2m9nw4ww or call +96590906719/+96171175006/+254114757002 for evacuation purposes,” explained the statement.
Additionally, the ministry has asked individuals with family members in the West Asian country to call for ease or coordination.
“For Kenyans with family members in Lebanon, kindly call +254114757002 number provided for ease of safety coordination
“Or visit our offices at the Old Mutual Building, Ground floor along Upper Hill Road,” added the statement.
Further, the government has called on all Kenyans abroad to help spread the message to help save those stuck in the country.
“We are also requesting Kenyans in the Diaspora to help convey this information to as many people as possible especially our brothers and sisters in Lebanon,” the statement reads in part.
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What is Happening in Lebanon
On Tuesday, July 30, an Israeli airstrike hit a densely-populated area of the capital of Lebanon, Beirut.
The strike killed at least three people including two children and injured 74 others when it hit a block of flats in Haret Hreik, a densely populated suburb in Beirut known as a stronghold for Hezbollah, an Iranian-backed militant group.
Australia, UK and America are among countries warning citizens to cancel their travel to Lebanon because of the risk of the security situation deteriorating further.
“Some airlines in Lebanon have postponed or cancelled some flights. Further flight cancellations and disruptions could occur with little or no notice,” Australia stated in its advisory.
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