US embassies in Israel and other Mideast states urge citizens to leave or be ready to leave amid Iran tensions

US embassies in Jerusalem and other Middle Eastern capitals call on citizens in the Middle East to consider leaving or be ready to depart due to the “potential for unforeseen escalation” in the conflict with Iran. The embassies urge those planning a trip “to seriously reconsider travel to and through the region.”

“Due to heightened tensions in the Middle East, the security environment remains complex with the potential for unforeseen escalation,” embassies from Cairo eastward say in identical messages published on their respective websites.

“The Iranian regime is unpredictable, as seen by its recent decisions to attack areas in the region without warning or provocations as well as to expand attacks to areas not previously targeted (such as Egypt),” the messages say.

Security Alert: U.S. Embassy Jerusalem – August 1, 2026

Due to heightened tensions in the Middle East, the security environment remains complex with the potential for unforeseen escalation.

Americans currently in the Middle East should exercise caution and heightened vigilance… pic.twitter.com/lTAMRS9yKv

— U.S. Embassy Jerusalem (@usembassyjlm) August 1, 2026

“Americans in the region should consider departing, or be prepared to depart should there be escalation,” say the messages, noting that travel may be disrupted due to the tension.

“Americans outside the Middle East should seriously reconsider travel to and through the region,” the messages add. “Those who do travel to or from the region should monitor information about airport and airline operations.”

The embassies remain open “for routine American citizens and visa services,” they say.