More Countries Evacuate Citizens From Lebanon as Israel–Hezbollah War Heats Up

At least 10 nations from around the world have taken steps to get their citizens out of the Middle East since Sept. 30.

Smoke rises above Beirut's southern suburbs during an Israeli strike, on Sept. 27, 2024. AFP via Getty Images

Nations around the world are ramping up efforts to get their citizens out of Lebanon as the Israeli military expands its offensive throughout the country.

Around 250 U.S. citizens and their noncitizen family members have left Lebanon on U.S. government-organized flights this week so far.