Location: Lebanon
The Lebanese government has announced that it will impose a countrywide lockdown to combat the spread of coronavirus in Lebanon beginning Thursday, January 7, 2021 through Monday, February 1. The lockdown will require the closures of most public institutions and facilities, and many private businesses and enterprises. The lockdown allows certain exceptions to the closures, including entities that provide for security, public safety and health, and for businesses involved in food production and sale. There will be a daily curfew from 6 p.m. to 5 a.m. Movement of personal and public vehicles on roadways will be restricted. Rafic Hariri International Airport will remain open, operating at a reduced capacity. All air travelers arriving in Beirut will be required to undergo PCR testing. Full details of the lockdown are pending; please consult the U.S. Embassy’s COVID-19 information page for the latest news.
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The Collective for the Defense of the Republic (CDR) is calling for a march on Friday, January 8, at 2:00 p.m. The purpose of the march is to demand the release of activist Mohamed Youssouf Bathily, also known as Ras Bath. The march is expected to start at the Bourse du Travail and end at the Monument de l’Indépendance. This march has not been approved by the host government.
Demonstrations sometimes turn violent, resulting in the burning of tires, clashes with the police, blockage on the roads and bridges, throwing of rocks at vehicles, the deployment of tear gas, and small arms fire.
Security Alert: Melbourne (Australia), Demonstration outside the U.S. Consulate
A demonstration is scheduled for Wednesday, January 6, 2021, at 4:30 pm at the U.S. Consulate General Melbourne:
· Exercise caution if unexpectedly in the vicinity of large gatherings or protests.
· Monitor local media for updates.
· Keep a low profile.
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New CDC and State department update on FWI including SBH - St. Barthelemy Forum
29 Dec. 2020, 12:59 am
From the US Department of State web page updated 12.21.20:
French West Indies
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Do Not travel to French West Indies, which includes the islands of
Guadeloupe, Martinique, French Saint Martin, and Saint Barthélemy, due to health and safety measures and COVID-related conditions.
Read the Department of State’s COVID-19 page before you plan any international travel.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a Level 4 Travel Health Notice for French West Indies due to COVID-19.
French West Indies has lifted stay at home orders, and resumed some transportation options and business operations. Visit the Embassy s COVID-19 page for more information on COVID-19 in French West Indies.