05 Jun 2024 | 06:45 AM UTC
Lebanon: Authorities responding to armed attack near US Embassy in Beirut June 5
FLASH: Authorities responding to armed attack near US Embassy in Beirut, Lebanon, June 5. Avoid the area.
Authorities are responding to shooting near the US Embassy in Awkar, northern Beirut, the morning of June 5. Initial reports indicate security forces have shot and arrested a armed individual. The motive of the incident is not immediately clear. Authorities have closed roads from Dbayeh and Awkar to the embassy.
This is a developing situation; additional information will be issued as warranted.
Avoid the area until authorities give the all-clear. Heed official directives.
