Australian flights cancelled due to urging of citizens to leave country.

The Australian government has recently issued a statement urging its citizens residing in Lebanon to evacuate as soon as possible. The ongoing tensions between Hezbollah and Israel have raised concerns for the safety and security of Australians in the region. In addition, the government has also advised against any travel plans to Lebanon at this time.

According to the official Smart Traveller website, the security situation in Lebanon is highly volatile and has the potential to escalate without warning. This has already resulted in some airlines postponing or cancelling their flights, with the possibility of further disruptions in the near future. In fact, there is a high chance that Beirut Airport could be shut down unexpectedly, leaving Australians with limited options for departure.

It is important to note that the government may not be able to provide assistance in such circumstances. This warning has been in place since October 19th of last year, but it has been reiterated this week after a tragic incident where a rocket strike in Israeli-occupied Golan Heights claimed the lives of 12 children who were playing football. This has caused great concern and fear among the citizens, especially with the recent news of a New Zealand nurse passing away after developing flu-like symptoms and her husband being in intensive care.

The situation is further complicated by the fact that Hezbollah has denied any involvement in the aforementioned rocket attack. However, there are concerns that this could lead to a larger exchange of arms or even a full-scale war. This is due to the increased number of missile strikes from Hezbollah towards Israel, following the latter's invasion of Gaza in response to the attacks by Hamas last year.

In light of these events, the Australian government is urging its citizens to prioritize their safety and well-being by avoiding any travel to Lebanon until the situation has stabilized. It is better to err on the side of caution and heed the warning rather than putting oneself in harm's way. The government will continue to monitor the situation closely and provide updates accordingly.

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