The Government of Liberia (GOL), through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Liberia Refugee Repatriation and Resettlement Commission (LRRRC), in collaboration with the International Organization for Migration (IOM) and other UN agencies, is working diligently to coordinate an emergency evacuation of Liberians residing in Lebanon, particularly in Beirut, due to the escalating conflict involving Israel and Hezbollah.
According to the Government of Liberia (GOL), the on-going hostilities pose a significant threat to the safety and security of Liberian citizens in Lebanon.
The government has urged all Liberians with relatives and friends currently in Lebanon to come forward with their names, contact information, and current locations at the Legal Section of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, emphasizing that the information is crucial for tracking and prioritizing individuals for evacuation.
“Given the urgency of the situation, it is imperative that citizens respond promptly, as there is limited time to facilitate this operation. While we are currently working with an estimated figure of 50 Liberians, we recognize that there may be additional Liberians in Lebanon who are not on our profiling and registration lists. We encourage all Liberian citizens to remain calm and patient as we strive to ensure the safe evacuation of all affected individuals, either to a third country of their choosing or back to Liberia,” the government underscored.
The government said it remains committed to the safety and well-being of all its citizens abroad.