INFORMATION FOR TRAVELERS

Warden Messages

The Embassy has learned that Hezbollah has been issued a permit for a march on Friday, May 21 to protest the American presence in Iraq, starting in the southern suburbs of Beirut and beginning after noon prayers. At this time, the Embassy does not anticipate closure due to the demonstration and plans to remain open for consular services. The Embassy cautions U.S. citizens to avoid large gatherings and demonstrations. Even demonstrations intended to be peaceful can turn into confrontational situations and possibly escalate into violence. U.S. citizens are reminded to maintain a high level of vigilance and to take appropriate steps to increase their security awareness.

If you have questions or concerns, you may contact the Consular Section at 04-542-600. Americans can sign up to receive copies of all Embassy warden notices by e-mailing the following address: Join-wardenmessagebeirut@mh.databack.com

Updated information on travel and security in Lebanon may be obtained from the Department of State by calling 1-888-407-4747 within the United States, or, from overseas, 1-317-472-2328. Additional details can be found in the Department of State's Travel Warning and Consular Information Sheet for Lebanon, the Worldwide Caution Public Announcement, the Middle East and North Africa Public Announcement and the Travel Publication "A Safe Trip Abroad," all of which are available on the Department's Internet site at http://travel.state.gov.

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