Kenya Urges Evacuation of Citizens from Lebanon Amid Rising Regional Tensions

The Kenyan government has initiated an urgent evacuation plan for its citizens in Lebanon amid rising tensions in the Middle East. The State Department of Diaspora Affairs has issued a warning, urging Kenyans to leave the country or move to safer areas within Lebanon. The government has provided an online registration link and emergency contacts to facilitate the evacuation process.

The situation in Lebanon has escalated following the death of Hamas political chief Ismail Haniyeh, for which Iran has blamed Israel and threatened severe retaliation. The presence of Hezbollah, an Iran-backed group in Lebanon, has heightened concerns over potential conflict. The Kenyan Ministry of Foreign Affairs is actively coordinating with citizens to ensure their safety and has set up various channels for them to register for evacuation. Other countries, including the U.S., the UK, France, and Canada, have also advised their nationals to leave Lebanon due to the increased risk of conflict.