Lebanon bombings

The Department of State warns of an increasing frequency of terrorist bombing attacks throughout Lebanon.

On Aug. 15, 2013, a car bomb in the Rouweis neighborhood in south Beirut killed at least 27 and injured over 200. On Aug. 23, car bombs were detonated outside of two mosques in Tripoli, killing over 40 and injuring more than 500. On Nov. 19, two suicide bombers targeted the Iranian Embassy in south Beirut, leaving at least 25 people dead and 150 injured. On Dec. 27, a car bomb in downtown Beirut killed former Finance Minister Mohammad Chatah and seven others while injuring more than 70. 

On Jan. 2, 2014, a suicide car bomb exploded in Beirut, killing five and wounding at least 60. On Jan. 16, a suicide car bomb exploded in Hermel in the Bekaa Valley, killing five and wounding at least 40. On Jan. 21, a suicide car bomb exploded in south Beirut, killing five and wounding dozens. 

On Dec. 15, 2013, gunmen attacked Lebanese Armed Forces checkpoints in Sidon, resulting in five dead. There are frequent armed clashes in the city of Tripoli.

Family, neighborhood or sectarian disputes can lead to gunfire. Public demonstrations occur frequently and can become violent. Access to borders, airports, roads and seaports can be interrupted with no warning.