Travel warning 2025: Alarm for Egypt, Israel and Lebanon!

Travel warning 2025: Alarm for Egypt, Israel and Lebanon!

Ägypten, Land - In the middle of a tense security situation in the Mediterranean, the Federal Foreign Office for the summer of 2025 has published travel warnings for several countries. Experts warn of the potential dangers that travelers could expect in these regions. Affected countries are Egypt, Israel, Lebanon, Syria and Libya, whereby each region brings its specific challenges.Echo24 reports thatthe security situation is primarily shaped by terrorist activities and military conflicts.

In Egypt there is a partial travel warning with special references to dangerous regions such as the north of the Sinai Peninsula and the border area with Israel, apart from Taba. Even in remote parts of the Sahara, travelers should only move with local accompaniment. The south of the Sinai, including Sharm El-Heikh, is particularly safe, although individual excursions are come here. Travel is generally possible in Israel and Lebanon, but there are high risks in many parts of the countries. Travelers must adapt to possible safety surveys and even refusal to enter.

Risks in Syria and Libya

The situation in Syria remains extremely unstable, despite a change of power that took place in December 2024. Reports of violence and detention from LGBTIQ people make the situation particularly worrying. In addition, Germans with Syrian origin have an increased risk of forced recruitment or arrests, even if they have a valid visa. The situation is also tense in Libya; Weaked state structures and a damaged health system make travel difficult. The German embassy in Tripolis is closed, which means that consular support is only possible in exceptional cases from Tunis.

In addition to the specific travel warnings, there is a general warning of the global danger of terrorist attacks, which continues to continue. Terror organizations such as "Al Qaida" and "Islamic State" have reinforced their mobilization potential, which is due to the latest conflicts in the Middle East. On October 7, 2023, there were attacks against Israel who further tightened the security situation. LoudForeign OfficeIs there the possibility that German citizens or institutions abroad become the goal of terrorist acts of violence.

Security measures for travelers

The dangers are not only directed against specific targets, but can also affect general travelers. Possible attack goals are places with a symbolic character, transport infrastructure, economic and tourism centers as well as larger crowds. The increased risk from attacks can be paid to the risk of weak security precautions, especially in countries. Travelers are encouraged to regularly find out about the current conditions in the travel destination and to pursue local and international news.

In view of these dangers, it is advisable to be attentive during the trip and to immediately report suspicious occurrences, such as unattended luggage or conspicuous behavior, to immediately report to the local security authorities. Despite the risks, the danger of becoming a victim of an attack remains low compared to other travel risks. Nevertheless, security awareness and appropriate caution should always be a top priority.