The conflict between Israel and Hezbollah has escalated as U.S. continues to seek ceasefire.
The U.S. State Department has issued a level 4 alert for travel to Lebanon and issued an alert to Americans to depart the country as the military conflict between Israel and Hezbollah increased. The department is not conducting evacuations at this time.
“Due to the increased volatility following airstrikes within Beirut and the volatile and unpredictable security situation throughout Lebanon, the U.S. Embassy urges U.S. citizens to depart Lebanon when commercial options still remain available.“
The president’s administration has continued to pursue a ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah in addition to one between Israel and Hamas.
State Department Spokesperson Matthew Miller said, “I think sometimes people either misinterpret or have their own version of what a cease-fire is. A cease-fire is not one side in a conflict unilaterally putting down its arms and stopping.“
He continued, “Military pressure can at times enable diplomacy. Of course, military pressure can also lead to miscalculation. It can lead to unintended consequences. And we’re in conversations with Israel about all of these factors now.”
As the Lord Leads, Pray with Us…
- For Secretary Blinken and State Department officials as they assess the dangers to U.S. citizens in Lebanon.
- For wisdom for the president, vice president, and administration advisors as they evaluate the threats to Americans overseas.
Sources: NY Post, Reuters
