December 9th 2024.
Beirut, the capital of Lebanon, has been identified as the second most dangerous city in the world for travelers. This information comes from a global risk map that assesses the current safety level of countries and cities based on factors such as violence, social unrest, and climate change.
Burkina Faso and Central African Republic are currently topping the list as the most dangerous countries to visit, due to ongoing civil wars and high levels of crime. Following closely behind is Lebanon, a country that has been facing attacks from Israel despite a recent ceasefire agreement.
The risk map, created by Safeture and Riskline, includes 77 countries, including Israel, the West Bank, and Gaza, as well as Lebanon and Iran, all of which have experienced a decline in security over the past year. The three most dangerous cities for travelers, according to the map, are Bangui in Central African Republic, Beirut in Lebanon, and Gaza City in the Gaza Strip.
Interestingly, the map also reveals that Europe, traditionally seen as a stable region, is now facing increased risks. Countries such as the UK, France, Spain, and Sweden have been moved into the "moderate risk" category, while Italy, the Netherlands, and Poland have also seen a rise in risk levels.
However, "moderate risk" still falls under the second safest category out of the five risk levels, which are low, moderate, medium, high, and extreme. On a positive note, some countries have seen a decrease in risk levels over the past year, including Armenia, Argentina, Bosnia-Herzegovina, China, Morocco, and Cuba.
The risk map also takes into account the quality of medical care in each country, identifying Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Cameroon, and other countries as having poor health infrastructure. According to Safeture and Riskline, these countries often have limited access to basic medicines and emergency care, making them a risky destination for travelers.
The safest cities for travelers, according to the map, include Bern in Switzerland, Doha in Qatar, Melbourne in Australia, Montreal in Canada, Muscat in Oman, and Ottawa in Canada. On the other hand, popular honeymoon destination the Maldives has been moved from the lowest risk category to "medium risk" due to increasing political instability and the effects of climate change.
It is important to note that this information was originally published on December 6 and may have changed since then. However, it serves as a helpful guide for travelers to make informed decisions and stay safe while exploring the world.
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