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Subject: [NYTr] Lebanon: U$ Charging Stranded U$ Citizens for Evacuation
Date: 17 Jul 2006 20:41:42 -0500
From: nytr

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Get this! They're so broke they can't even evacuate their own
citizens!  

"The Department of State reminds American citizens that the U.S.
government does not provide no-cost transportation but does have the
authority to provide repatriation loans to those in financial need.
For the portion of the trip directly handled by the U.S. Government,
Americans will be asked to sign a promissory note and will be billed at
a later date. "

US State Dept - Embassy in Lebanon - Jul 15, 2006
http://lebanon.usembassy.gov/lebanon/PR_07_15_06_State_Announcement.html

U.S. Embassy Information for American Citizens in Lebanon

July 15, 2006

The U.S. Department of State continues to work with the U.S. Department
of Defense on a plan to help American citizens depart Lebanon. As of the
morning of July 15, we are looking at how we might transport Americans
to Cyprus. Once in Cyprus, Americans can then board commercial aircraft
for onward travel. Commercial airlines provide the safest and most
efficient repatriation options to final destinations.

The Department of State reminds American citizens that the U.S.
government does not provide no-cost transportation but does have the
authority to provide repatriation loans to those in financial need.
For the portion of the trip directly handled by the U.S. Government,
Americans will be asked to sign a promissory note and will be billed at
a later date. The U.S. Embassy will release additional information as it
becomes available to include specific details about the transportation
arrangements and the costs travelers will incur. We will also work with
commercial aircraft to ensure adequate flights are available to help
Americans depart Cyprus and connect to their final destination.

The Department of State continues to work around the clock to ensure the
safety and well-being of its citizens. The U.S. Embassy encourages
Americans to register with the U.S. Embassy, preferably on line at
http://lebanon.usembassy.gov or by fax at +961 4 544 209 or +961 4 544
037. The U.S. Embassy reaffirms the firm, enduring and non-negotiable
commitment of the United States to Lebanon and the Lebanese people.

       
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