The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Emigrants issued the following statement:

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Emigrants urges Lebanese nationals in Ethiopia, particularly families, to leave as soon as possible until the immediate threat has passed and circumstances have returned to normal. It also instructs people to be cautious when out at night and to keep food and medicine on hand for personal consumption if necessary. In an emergency, you can also call the Lebanese Embassy in Cairo at 00201225543703.