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Primary reason for Al Jazeera Beirut office evacuation by end of 2024?
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Al Jazeera and Norwegian Embassy Evacuate Beirut Offices Amid Israeli Threats
Oct 17, 2024, 12:16 PM
Qatar's Al Jazeera TV has evacuated its office in Beirut following multiple warnings, including bomb threats. The building, located in central Beirut, also houses the Norwegian Embassy and other diplomatic offices. The warnings, some of which were attributed to Israeli threats, prompted immediate action. This marks the first such evacuation order in the city center. The situation remains tense as authorities investigate the threats, according to Reuters and AP.
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