Ghanaian Nationals Urged to Evacuate Lebanon Amid Escalating Security Crisis
Gideon Cobbinah 
The Ghana Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration expressed alarm over the worsening security conditions in Lebanon and urged all Ghanaians living there to leave right away.
According to the Ministry, things are moving quickly, and there could be risks for Ghanaians living in the area. The government emphasizes the significance of citizens departing before things degrade further as the crisis worsens, particularly in light of the rising confrontation between Israel and Lebanon.
The Ministry has directed the Ghanaian Embassy in Cairo, Egypt, and the Honorary Consulate in Beirut, Lebanon, to expedite the issuance of Emergency Travel Certificates in order to aid Ghanaians who might be missing the necessary travel documentation. In order to facilitate a seamless departure, certain diplomatic offices can also assist with obtaining exit permits or other required support. The Ministry has made the Cairo Embassy's and the Beirut Consulate's contact information available, urging quick action to avert any emergencies.
Given the gravity of the situation, other nations have issued similar advisories for their citizens residing in Lebanon, which is consistent with the current call for evacuation. The government highlights how crucial this action is to protecting Ghanaians' lives in an area where hostilities and tensions are rising.
In a recent press release, the Ghana Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration expressed alarm over the worsening security conditions in Lebanon and urged all Ghanaians living there to leave right away. According to the Ministry, things are moving quickly and there could be risks for Ghanaians living in the area. The government emphasizes the significance of citizens departing before things degrade further as the crisis worsens, particularly in light of the rising confrontation between Israel and Lebanon.
The Ministry has directed the Ghanaian Embassy in Cairo, Egypt, and the Honorary Consulate in Beirut, Lebanon, to expedite the issuance of Emergency Travel Certificates in order to aid Ghanaians who might be missing the necessary travel documentation. In order to facilitate a seamless departure, certain diplomatic offices can also assist with obtaining exit permits or other required support. The Ministry has made the Cairo Embassy's and the Beirut Consulate's contact information available, urging quick action to avert any emergencies.
Given the gravity of the situation, other nations have issued similar advisories for their citizens residing in Lebanon, which is consistent with the current call for evacuation. The government highlights how crucial this action is to protecting Ghanaians' lives in an area where hostilities and tensions are rising.
