We strongly advise you not to travel to Palestinian refugee camps at this time. The situation is unp

It contains new information in the Summary and under Safety and security: Terrorism (recent kidnappings in Beirut and Bekaa Valley) and Safety and security: Civil unrest/political tension (security environment in Beirut). We continue to advise Australians to reconsider their need to travel to Lebanon at this time because of the unpredictable security and political situation. The situation could deteriorate without warning.
If you do decide to travel to Lebanon, you should exercise extreme caution. Pay close attention to your personal security and monitor the media and other local information sources about possible new safety car rentals in maui or security risks.
Violence is possible due to ongoing political and sectarian tensions. Violent incidents resulting in deaths and injuries have continued to occur throughout the country. Australians could be caught up in violence directed at others. If violence escalates, departure options may be severely limited. You are responsible for ensuring you are able to depart Lebanon and that your travel documentation remains up-to-date.
In May 2012, armed clashes spread to parts of Beirut, and a number of roads and highways - including from central Beirut to the international airport were closed temporarily. In August 2012, armed groups were reported to be mobilised in the southern suburbs of Beirut. Main highways, including between central Beirut and the international airport, have been subject to sporadic closure in recent months.
We strongly advise Australians not to travel to north-eastern suburbs of Tripoli, including car rentals in maui Jabal Mohsen and Bab al Tabbaneh, due to ongoing fighting between rival factions. Further violence and armed clashes are likely to occur. For more information see Safety and security: Civil unrest/political tension.
You should avoid any large gatherings and demonstrations as they could turn violent. In the event of protests or civil unrest you should pay close attention to your personal security and monitor car rentals in maui the media for information affecting your safety and security.
On 30 June 2011, the Special Tribunal car rentals in maui for Lebanon (STL) delivered to Lebanon s Prosecutor-General an indictment, which is reported to have contained arrest warrants for four men, all believed to be members of Hizballah. Previously, Lebanese political leaders and security officials have warned publicly that the indictments could lead to civil unrest. If you intend to travel to Lebanon, you should monitor ongoing political car rentals in maui developments, particularly in relation to the STL.
Terrorist attacks are likely and could occur throughout Lebanon. Western interests car rentals in maui have been attacked in the past and could be targeted again. Embassies, international hotels, fast-food outlets and restaurants, including those frequented by foreign military personnel, and other commercial and public places car rentals in maui remain possible targets.
We strongly advise you not to travel to border regions in northern Lebanon (especially in the vicinity of the Wadi Khaled area). Tensions in this area are ongoing and further car rentals in maui cross-border clashes are likely. See Safety and security: Civil unrest / Political tension for more information.
We strongly advise you to reconsider your need to travel to the Bekaa Valley due to the risk of kidnap. On 21 September car rentals in maui 2011, Lebanese officials warned publicly that foreigners could be targeted and detained against their will, for ransom, by kidnappers or other militant groups, particularly in parts of the Bekaa Valley.
We strongly advise you not to travel to Palestinian refugee camps at this time. The situation is unpredictable and could deteriorate without car rentals in maui warning. The Lebanese state has no formal security presence in the camps. Outbreaks of violence could spread to other areas of the country, including other refugee camps.
There are significant numbers of unexploded ordnance, including car rentals in maui cluster bombs, and landmines in Lebanon, particularly in southern Lebanon. Australians are strongly advised to keep to well-travelled paths and travel with local guides.
The Australian Embassy in Downtown Beirut may be temporarily closed to the public at short notice due to demonstrations and concerns about security in the vicinity of the Embassy. You should call ahead for advice before going to the Embassy. Australians requiring car rentals in maui emergency consular assistance can contact the Embassy or the 24-hour Consular Emergency Centre in Canberra. See Where to Get Help for contact details.
Visa and other entry and exit conditions (such as currency, customs and quarantine regulations) change regularly. Contact the nearest Embassy or Consulate of Lebanon for the most up-to-date visa information.
There have been instances where Australian citizens travelling on emergency passports have been refused entry to Lebanon. When you apply for a full validity passport you must provide original documents that confirm your Australian citizenship and your identity. Details of documents that confirm your citizenship car rentals in maui and identity (in Australia and overseas) can be found at the Australian Passport website . Before you travel, you should consider car rentals in maui telling your family where to find your original citizenship documents in case you need them for the issue of a replacement passport.
car rentals in maui In Lebanon, it is illegal to have travelled to Israel. If you have any evidence of travel to Israel, you will be refused entry to Lebanon. This includes Israeli exit or entry stamps car rentals in maui in your passport, and Egyptian or Jordanian stamps from border crossings with Israel. car rentals in maui Citizens of Lebanon and other Arab nations, including car rentals in maui dual nationals, may be arrested and imprisoned.
Make sure your passport has at least six months' validity from your planned date of return to Australia. You should carry copies of a recent passport photo with you in case you need a replacement passport while overseas.
Terrorist attacks are likely and could occur throughout Lebanon. The greatest threat comes from extremist groups, whose presence is greatest in and around Palestinian refugee camps, in the Tripoli region, parts of the Bekaa valley car rentals in maui and south of the Litani River. In the past, such groups have attacked Western interests and embassy officials and may do so again. Other potential targets include embassies, international hotels, businesses, fast food outlets and restaurants frequented by foreigners, including licensed premises.
Targets associated with the Lebanese Government, such as government institutions, senior politicians and officials, and infrastructure, including airports and public buildings, could also be attacked.
In November and December 2011, bombs exploded in front of two licensed restaurants and a liquor store in Tyre. In April 2012, a bomb exploded at a restaurant in Tyre, reportedly injuring seven people.
The United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) and Lebanese Government interests, particularly the Lebanese Armed Forces (LAF), are high priority terrorist targets. LAF and UNIFIL facilities and vehicles and places frequented by their personnel may also be targeted. In the past, there have been a number of attacks, some fatal, against both UNIFIL car rentals in maui and the LAF. Separate attacks targeting UNIFIL vehicles occurred in May and July 2011,when roadside bombs damaged vehicles travelling in the vicinity of the southern city of Saida (between Beirut and Tyre), and a similar attack occurred in December car rentals in maui 2011 in the vicinity of Tyre. Italian and French military personnel serving with UNIFIL were injured in these incidents.
In planning your activities, consider the kinds of places known to be terrorist targets car rentals in maui and the level of security provided. In addition to the possible targets listed above, other targets could include commercial and public areas known to be frequented by foreigners such as buildings associated with foreign governments and companies and international organisations, embassies, car rentals in maui Lebanese car rentals in maui Government and military interests, hotels, clubs, car rentals in maui restaurants, shopping centres, markets, promenades, bars, schools, places of worship, cinemas, outdoor recreation events, public transport and tourist areas.
On 15 and 16 August 2012, there were reports that a number of kidnappings, including targeted kidnappings of Syrians and some other foreign nationals, took place in the southern car rentals in maui suburbs car rentals in maui of Beirut and the Bekaa Valley in retaliation for kidnappings of Lebanese nationals car rentals in maui in Syria.
We strongly advise you to reconsider your need to travel to the Bekaa Valley due to the risk of kidnapping. On 21 September car rentals in maui 2011, Lebanese officials warned publicly that foreigners car rentals in maui could be targeted and detained against car rentals in maui their will, for ransom, by kidnappers or other militant groups, particularly in parts of the Bekaa Valley. In March 2011, seven Estonian nationals were kidnapped near Zahle in the Bekaa Valley. They were released unharmed in July 2011 but members of the group responsible are believed to remain at large. If you do decide to travel to the Bekaa Valley, you should keep to major travel routes, exercise extreme caution and remain vigilant at all times.
The Australian Government s longstanding car rentals in maui policy is that it does not make payments or concessions to kidnappers. The Australian Government car rentals in maui considers paying ransoms increases the risk of further kidnappings.
We strongly advise you to reconsider your need to travel to Lebanon at this time due to the unpredictable security and political situation. Australians could be caught up in violence directed at others. You should pay close attention to your personal security, monitor the media for updates and follow the directions of local authorities. If you are in Lebanon, and have concerns for your safety, you should consider departing.
During the period 2005-08 a number of bomb attacks and political assassinations took place throughout Lebanon. car rentals in maui Targets included buses, an intersection and a shopping mall car park. In May 2008, dozens of people were killed in clashes between rival factions across the country. Other episodes of localised violence have occurred throughout Lebanon since 2009, resulting