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US Embassy issues security alert for citizens in Middle East due to ‘potential for escalation’
The State Department warned of possible airspace closures and flight disruptions as US forces struck IRGC targets and missions raised security levels.
On Tuesday, American embassies across the Middle East issued security warnings, citing the "potential for unforeseen escalation" as regional tensions rise.
Central Command launched a military operation against the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps , targeting sites in Iran following attempted attacks on American bases in Jordan.
Diplomatic missions, including the Embassy in Qatar, instructed Americans to shelter in place; other alerts cautioned that airspace could close suddenly, causing potential flight cancellations.
Trump wrote on Truth Social that recent strikes were a "justified attack" in response to Iranian naval mine attempts and missile fire, warning Iran against further retaliation.
The State Department warned that Iran and its allies could target American citizens and businesses worldwide, as officials urged "exercise heightened vigilance" amid continuing regional tensions.