The United States Department of State has issued a global security alert advising U.S. citizens abroad to exercise increased caution.
The alert is prompted by the conflict between Israel and Iran, which has resulted in travel disruptions and the temporary closure of airspace throughout the Middle East. In addition to being posted on the State Department website, the alert can also be found on the websites of U.S. embassies worldwide.
“There is potential for demonstrations against U.S. citizens and interests abroad. The State Department recommends that U.S. citizens around the world exercise increased caution,” says the global security alert.
The official U.S. government statement does not refer to the U.S. airstrikes on three nuclear facilities in the Persian country: Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan, last Saturday (21). These airstrikes have further heightened tensions in the region and could lead to retaliatory actions.
Travel Advisory
The text emphasizes the importance of the Travel Advisory, a comprehensive guide that provides essential information for safe and enjoyable travel.
Among other information, the document contains:
• a list of websites for US embassies, consulates, diplomatic missions, and offices that provide consular services.
• Tips for choosing safe and affordable accommodations for your next trip and for your stay.
• Health guidelines abroad on how to get help for a medical emergency, check health insurance coverage, and whether to bring prescription medications.
The text also explains the crucial role of the State Department in ensuring the safety of U.S. citizens abroad during a crisis in another country, providing a sense of reassurance and protection.
Recall
The offensive against Iran was initiated by Israel with bombings of military installations on the 13th, due to its disagreement with Iran’s nuclear program. This has led to a significant escalation in tensions in the region.
On the night of last Saturday (21), the conflict took on new proportions, and the President of the United States, Donald Trump, announced the bombings.
On Monday (23), the United Nations International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) held an emergency meeting following the US attack on Iran, which took place on Sunday (22).
During the third meeting of the UN Security Council after the start of the Israel-Iran conflict – urgently called on Sunday – the entity’s secretary-general, António Guterres, said that the bombing of Iranian nuclear facilities by the United States is a dangerous change in a region that is already in crisis.
Source: Agência Brasil