Several European Countries Begin Evacuating Citizens from Lebanon
beirut October 1, 2024 07:20Multiple European countries have initiated the evacuation of citizens and embassy staff from Lebanon amid escalating tensions in the region.
Multiple European countries have initiated the evacuation of citizens and embassy staff from Lebanon amid escalating tensions in the region.
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