Americans Flee Beirut Faster Than Tourists From Liepāja's Tram
US diplomats left Beirut faster than people queue for Karosta Prison. While Trump threatens war as credibly as Liepāja's mayor promises a new cultural center.
Americans have evacuated their diplomats from Beirut with such speed that even Liepāja's tram would be proud of such efficiency. Approximately 40 embassy staff left Lebanon on Monday, apparently realizing that the situation is becoming as explosive as discussions about Liepāja's budget.
"This is a temporary measure for our staff's safety," explained some US official who has most likely never been to Liepāja during a November storm. If they think Beirut is dangerous, let them try getting from Karosta to downtown by tram on a Saturday night.
Trump, meanwhile, threatens military strikes against Iran, which is about as credible as promises that Riga will have a better rock music scene than Liepāja. Iran's clerical government reports planned talks on Thursday, which could be the last diplomatic attempt — similar to efforts to convince Liepāja tourists that "this year's summer will be warmer."
Local Liepāja resident Jānis Bērziņš comments: "Well, if Americans are fleeing from a slightly hot climate, let's see how they'd cope with our April snow." Meanwhile, the Beirut embassy will continue operating with reduced staff, similar to Liepāja's cultural institutions with reduced funding — but with twice the enthusiasm.
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