U.S. Embassy in Lebanon
Recent News About U.S. Embassy in Lebanon
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Tomorrow’s Leaders Program opens undergraduate scholarship applications for MENA students
The U.S.-Middle East Partnership Initiative (MEPI), a program of the Department of State, is inviting applications for the Tomorrow’s Leaders Program for the 2025-2026 academic year.
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Fulbright FLTA program opens applications for Lebanese Arabic instructors
The Fulbright Foreign Language Teaching Assistant (FLTA) Program is now open for applications for its 2026 cycle.
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Fulbright invites Lebanese scholars for 2026-2027 academic year
The Fulbright Program, recognized as the U.S. Government's leading international educational exchange initiative, is inviting applications for its 2026-2027 Visiting Scholar Program.
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State Department issues travel advisory for Lebanon amid security concerns
The U.S. Department of State has issued a travel advisory for Lebanon, urging American citizens to avoid the country due to concerns over crime, terrorism, civil unrest, kidnapping, unexploded landmines, and potential armed conflict.
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U.S. orders departure of some personnel from embassy in Beirut
On June 22, 2025, the U.S. Department of State mandated the departure of family members and non-emergency U.S. government personnel from Lebanon due to an unstable security environment in the region.
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U.S. Embassy in Beirut issues alert amid flight disruptions
The U.S. Embassy in Beirut has issued a security alert, urging U.S. citizens to exercise increased caution due to ongoing regional events.
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U.S. Embassy Beirut opens applications for Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program
The U.S. Embassy in Beirut has announced the opening of applications for the 2026-2027 Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program.
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Ambassador Johnson hosts second annual reception for U.S. program alumni
Ambassador Lisa A. Johnson hosted the second annual reception for alumni of U.S. government-sponsored programs on May 22.
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U.S.-sponsored CEE program opens applications for Lebanese community leaders
The U.S. Embassy in Beirut has announced the Community Engagement and Exchange (CEE) program, which is sponsored by the U.S. Department of State with funding from the U.S. Government and implemented by IREX.
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U.S. Embassy honors Lebanese delegates ahead of SelectUSA 2025 summit
Ambassador Lisa Johnson recently hosted a reception at her residence to honor the Lebanese delegation attending the SelectUSA 2025 Investment Summit.
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Leeney to join as senior military lead in Beirut
Major General Jasper Jeffers, Chairman of the Cessation of Hostilities Implementation Mechanism, recently met with Lebanese and UNIFIL leadership in Beirut.
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U.S. Embassy in Beirut showcases Lebanese artworks in annual exhibit
On April 15, U.S. Ambassador Lisa Johnson held a reception to commemorate the “A Thread of Hope” exhibit at the U.S. Embassy.
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U.S., France, UNIFIL discuss resolution 1701 implementation in Naqoura
The sixth meeting of the Cessation of Hostilities Implementation Mechanism took place in Naqoura, hosted by UNIFIL.
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Fulbright program opens applications for Lebanese students seeking study opportunities in U.S
The U.S. Embassy in Beirut has announced the opening of the Fulbright Foreign Student Program competition for the academic year 2026-2027.
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U.S. Embassy warns citizens of funeral processions near Beirut airport
U.S. citizens in Beirut have been advised to avoid the Bir Hassan area, particularly near the Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport, on Sunday, February 23, 2025.
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Morgan Ortagus discusses U.S.-Lebanon relations after meeting with President Aoun
Morgan Ortagus, the Deputy Special Envoy for the Middle East, addressed the media at the Presidential Palace following her meeting with President Aoun in Lebanon.
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Ambassador Johnson presents credentials to President Aoun
Ambassador Lisa Johnson has formally presented her credentials to President Joseph Aoun at the Presidential Palace.