The first charter flight carrying British citizens out of Lebanon has taken off amid escalating conflict, with the UK government arranging further flights in response to the crisis.
The Israeli military has warned of evacuations in southern Lebanon as intense clashes with Hezbollah forces continue, resulting in nearly 2,000 deaths and 1.2 million displaced.
Foreign Secretary David Lammy confirmed the departure of the first charter flight and assured that additional flights would be arranged for as long as it is safe.
Many British nationals have faced challenges in booking flights due to cancellations and soaring prices amidst ongoing regional conflict and instability.
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