05 Jun 2024 | 07:16 AM UTC
Lebanon: Heightened security likely near US Embassy in Beirut following shooting incident June 5 /update 1
Heightened security likely following shooting incident near US Embassy in Beirut, Lebanon, the morning of June 5. Avoid the area.
Authorities continue to respond to a shooting near the US Embassy in Awkar, northern Beirut, the morning of June 5. Security forces have shot and arrested an armed individual; there have been no reports of other casualties. The motive for the incident is not immediately clear. Authorities have closed roads from Dbayeh and Awkar to the embassy.
Heightened security and business and transport disruptions are likely in the affected area in the coming hours as investigations continue.
Avoid the incident site until authorities give the all-clear. Consider taking alternative routes to circumvent the affected area and any related disruptions. Adhere to all instructions issued by local officials.
