UK Commandos Ready to Evacuate Citizens from Lebanon

In response to escalating tensions between Israel and Hezbollah following the targeted killing of Hezbollah commander Ibrahim Aqil in an Israeli airstrike, British commandos are on standby to evacuate British citizens from Lebanon. The British government has placed the military on high alert and is preparing emergency evacuation plans, with Foreign Secretary David Lammy urging citizens to leave while commercial flights are still available. The airstrike resulted in multiple casualties, with at least 14 people reported dead and many more injured, intensifying fears of a broader conflict. Several international airlines have suspended flights to Beirut, complicating evacuation efforts. The situation is further strained as the Israeli military is reportedly poised to invade Lebanon, with U.S. officials expressing concerns over possible ground troop movements. Other nations, including the U.S., Canada, and several European countries, have also advised their citizens to exit Lebanon promptly due to the deteriorating security situation.