Tips for Belarusians abroad

The National Tourism Agency of Belarus has issued recommendations for citizens located in the Middle East. The agency advises: staying in safe places (hotels, shelters), not leaving premises without urgent necessity, strictly following the requirements of local authorities and hotel administration regarding personal safety, avoiding mass gatherings, areas of hostilities, military and strategic facilities, as well as refraining from filming strikes, explosions, and their aftermath, as this may pose a security threat. Citizens are strongly advised to maintain constant contact with relatives and loved ones in their home country, inform them about their location and condition, and monitor official announcements from local authorities while avoiding spreading unverified information.

For emergency assistance and consultations, contact the Belarusian consular institution in the country of residence immediately. The following phone numbers are available:

• Embassy of Belarus in Iran: +98 21 2275 22 29, +98 912 215 29 35;

• Embassy of Belarus in Israel: +972 3 523 12 59, +972 50 521 48 19;

• Embassy of Belarus in Qatar: +974 50 21 53 58, +974 44 69 09 89;

• Consulate General of Belarus in Dubai: +971 54 212 03 60;

• Belarus Ministry of Foreign Affairs 24/7 consular hotline: +375 17 379 27 75.

Context

The recommendation was published in response to the growing number of Belarusian travelers to high-risk regions.