MINISTERS WARN BRITONS TO LEAVE LEBANON – UK bolsters military contingency in the region
Ministers have warned British nationals to leave Lebanon immediately, as the Government bolsters its presence in the region.
The Government continues to advise against all travel to Lebanon, as the situation continues to deteriorate rapidly, with devastating consequences.
Around 700 UK troops will move to Cyprus in the coming hours, as the Government continues to prepare its contingency plans following significant escalation between Israel and Lebanon in recent days.
The military teams will be supported by Border Force and FCDO officials.
Defence Secretary, John Healey MP said that the government is ensuring all preparations are in place to support British Nationals should the situation deteriorate.
The UK already has a significant diplomatic and military footprint in the region, including RAF Akrotiri in Cyprus and Royal Navy ships RFA Mounts Bay and HMS Duncan, which have remained in the eastern Mediterranean to support British nationals and allies over the summer.
The Royal Air Force also has aircraft and transport helicopters on standby to provide support if necessary.
