The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has issued a travel advisory urging all Sri Lankan nationals to refrain from traveling to Lebanon and Syria until further notice due to the volatile situation in the region.
The ministry has also requested all Sri Lankans currently residing in Lebanon and Syria to remain vigilant and take necessary precautions.
This includes limiting movements outdoors and maintaining regular communication with the Sri Lankan Embassy in Beirut and the Honorary Consul in Damascus.
Sri Lankans in these countries can contact the embassy or consulate via email at slemb.beiruit@mfa.gov.lk or through the following emergency hotlines:
Mr. Sanath Balasuriya: +94 771102510
Ms. Priyangi Dissanayake: +94 718381581
Mr. Fahd Hawwa: +961 81485809
Honorary Consul of Sri Lanka in Damascus, Dr. Al Droubi: +963 944499666, +963 933858803 – Email: mmd@aldroubi.com
