Urgent travel warning for five Mediterranean countries: security in danger!

The affected countries include:

• Egypt (partial travel warning)
• Israel (partial travel warning)
• Lebanon (partial travel warning)
• Syria (travel warning)
• Libya (travel warning)

These warnings are more than just indications; As an urgent appeal, they are aimed at travelers to avoid the areas mentioned. Partial travel warnings apply to specific regions within a country. In addition, the Federal Foreign Office provides information about security instructions that show the potential risks without pronouncing a clear travel warning.

individual countries in focus

regarding Egypt , the Federal Foreign Office warns in particular of trips to the north of the Sinai Peninsula and in the Egyptian-Israeli border area, with the exception of Taba. The risk of terrorist activities and military operations is increased here. In addition, individual excursions and overland trips in Sharm El-Heikh should only be undertaken with professional accompaniment, since inadequately marked mine fields represent a danger.

for Israel there is a partial travel warning that particularly affects the Gaza Strip, the West Bank and the north of Israel. Travelers are confronted with the risk of violent clashes and military operations.

im Lebanon is advised against travel to the south of the country, especially to the BEDAA level and the border area with Syria. Here too there are increased risks due to armed conflicts and potential kidnapping.

In the case of Syria and Libya , a general travel warning applies due to continuing armed conflicts and an unstable security situation. The consular support from German foreign representatives is severely restricted.

travel instructions for Cyprus and Turkey

With regard to Cyprus , it should be noted that the island is geographically divided into two parts. The internationally recognized Republic of Cyprus in the south differs significantly from the self -proclaimed "Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus" in the north. An entry into the northern part of non -approved border crossings can result in legal consequences.

The Türkiye has no general travel warning, but there are security risks in certain regions, especially in the southeastern provinces near the Syrian border. Travelers should be vigilant in large cities such as Istanbul and Ankara and avoid larger crowds.

The harmless travel destinations on the Mediterranean are Greece, Spain, Italy, France and Croatia. Travelers should also find out about current entry and customs provisions before departure and pay attention to sufficient insurance protection.