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18 Nov 2018 | 03:43 AM UTC

Lebanon: Independence Day celebrations November 22

Heightened security presence during Independence Day celebrations on November 22

Warning

Event

Lebanon will hold Independence Day celebrations on Wednesday, November 22, to celebrate the country's 75th anniversary of independence from France. Events will be held nationwide, with the largest celebrations taking place in Beirut. Business and traffic disruptions are possible throughout the country during the holiday.  

Advice

Individuals in Lebanon are advised to monitor developments to the situation, avoid all protests and demonstrations as a precaution, and adhere to all instructions issued by the local authorities.