Lebanon
Lebanon remains in a complex and volatile environment with elevated cross-border hostility risks related to regional escalation. Political instability, economic crisis, and sporadic security incidents continue; armed groups operate throughout the country. Avoid all demonstrations, crowds, and the southern border region. Keep a low profile, maintain contact with your embassy, keep flexible travel plans, and monitor official advisories closely.
Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY) is affected by the wider Middle East airspace closures and route suspensions, with several carriers halting or rerouting flights amid the regional escalation. Expect cancellations, diversions, and last-minute schedule changes. Reconfirm your flight directly with the airline before heading to the airport, keep bookings flexible, and monitor official airline and government advisories closely.
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U.S. State Department Advisory
Official safety information for U.S. citizens
Do Not Travel. This is due to crime, terrorism, civil unrest, kidnapping, unexploded landmines, and the risk of armed conflict. U.S. government personnel ordered to depart on February 23, 2026.
- Cross-border rocket and missile fire between Israel and Hizballah occurs regularly.
- You must have independent evacuation plans.
- The U.S. government may have very limited ability to provide support.
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