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US embassy in UAE urges Americans in Middle East to exercise ‘heightened vigilance’

The embassy said Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthi group had carried out attacks against Saudi Arabia, warning that hostilities could escalate rapidly beyond the immediate area.

US embassy in UAE urges Americans in Middle East to exercise ‘heightened vigilance’

The US Embassy in the United Arab Emirates has alerted its citizens in the Middle East to be on heightened alert due to escalating tensions in the region. Americans currently residing in the Middle East are advised to maintain increased vigilance because of the complex security situation. The embassy warned of potential flight cancellations, airspace closures, and travel disruptions in its statement.

It specifically mentioned Houthi attacks against Saudi Arabia and cautioned that hostilities could rapidly escalate beyond the immediate area. Americans planning to travel to or from the Middle East are advised to monitor airport and airline operations, as well as develop contingency plans in advance. The US Embassy also noted that Iran and groups supportive of Iran may target other U.S. interests abroad or locations associated with the United States and Americans worldwide, including U.S. businesses and other institutions.

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