21 Countries With "Do Not Travel" Warnings: What You Need To Know
17. Lebanon: Economic Ruin and Tinderbox Borders
Lebanon in 2025 remains mired in a profound economic collapse, resulting in crippled public services, hyperinflation, and widespread poverty. This internal fragility is dangerously compounded by its volatile southern border with Israel, where frequent exchanges of fire with Hezbollah and the risk of a wider regional conflagration persist, potentially triggered by broader Middle Eastern events. "Do Not Travel" advisories often highlight the border region specifically but also stress the unpredictable security environment nationwide due to internal tensions and the potential for sudden escalations.
