Saudi Arabia issues travel warning against Lebanon

Published February 18th, 2008 - 02:14 GMT

Saudi Arabia advised its citizens on Monday not to travel there because of a deteriorating political and security situation. "The foreign ministry advised Saudi citizens not to travel to Lebanon in light of unstable political and security circumstances in Lebanon right now," a statement from the official news agency SPA said.

 

"This is to ensure safety and security and prevent being exposed to any harm," it said, citing a ministry source. "The ministry called on Saudis in Lebanon to take precautions and care in their movements."