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“UK Charters Emergency Flight for Nationals in Lebanon Amid Escalating Violence”

The UK government has arranged a charter flight for British nationals and their families to evacuate Lebanon as violence in the region intensifies. The flight is scheduled to depart from Beirut- on Wednesday. Foreign Secretary David Lammy has characterized the situation in Lebanon as "volatile," warning that it has the "potential to deteriorate quickly."

Question 1: Why has the UK chartered a flight out of Lebanon?

The UK has chartered a flight for British nationals and their families to leave Lebanon due to escalating violence in the region.

Question 2: When is the chartered flight scheduled to depart?

The flight is scheduled to leave Beirut-Rafic Hariri international airport on Wednesday.

Question 3: How did the UK Foreign Secretary describe the situation in Lebanon?

David Lammy, the foreign secretary, described the situation in Lebanon as “volatile” with the “potential to deteriorate quickly.”

Question 4: Who is eligible to take the chartered flight?

The chartered flight is available for British nationals and their families currently in Lebanon.