Supplemental Info:
Below is the US Embassy Israel's version of the security alert. Links to other regional embassies can be found further down.
Security Alert
By U.S. Embassy Jerusalem
August 1, 2026
Event: 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 and should be prepared for flight cancellations, periodic airspace closures, and potential travel disruptions. Some airlines in the region have postponed resumption of earlier flight schedules; others have cancelled some routes. Americans in the region should consider departing, or be prepared to depart should there be escalation.
Check your flight’s departure status with the airline directly or through:
Tel Aviv: https://www.iaa.gov.il/en/airports/ben-gurion/flight-board
Haifa: https://www.iaa.gov.il/en/airports/haifa/flight-board/?flightType=departures
Americans outside the Middle East should seriously reconsider travel to and through the region. Those who do travel to or from the region should monitor information about airport and airline operations.
U.S. diplomatic facilities, including outside the Middle East, have been targeted. Iran and groups supportive of Iran may target other U.S. interests overseas or at locations associated with the United States and Americans throughout the world, including U.S. businesses and other institutions.
The situation in the Middle East remains fluid. 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). Americans should remain vigilant, as merely because U.S. interests or businesses have not been attacked in a country in the past does not ensure their safety.
On February 27, 2026, the Department of State authorized the departure of non-emergency U.S. government personnel and family members of U.S. government personnel from Mission Israel due to safety risks.
Operating Status
The U.S. Embassy Jerusalem and Embassy Branch Office Tel Aviv consular sections are both open for routine and emergency consular services.
Actions to Take:
Know the location of your closes’t shelter or protected space .
Download the free Israel Defense Forces Home Front Command application on Android or Apple devices to receive real-time alerts for rockets, missile attacks, and armed UAV intrusions. Free commercial applications, such as “Red Alert: Israel,” are also available.
Find a secure location within your residence or another safe building. Have a supply of food, water, medications, and other essential items.
Be aware of your surroundings.
Avoid all demonstrations and large gatherings.
Avoid all areas where there is a heavy police presence.
Monitor local media.
Follow the instructions of local authorities.
Contact your airline directly for flight change details if your flight is affected.
Exercise caution and stay alert at locations publicly associated with the United States.
Keep a low profile.
Enroll in the Department of State’s Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) . STEP enrollment connects you to the U.S. embassy or consulate so you get the latest security updates. It also makes it easier for the U.S. embassy or consulate to contact you in an emergency.
Assistance:
Israel Police: call 100
Israel Ambulance: call 101
U.S. Embassy Jerusalem: JerusalemACS@state.gov
U.S. Embassy Branch Office Tel Aviv: TelAvivACS@state.gov
U.S. Department of State Consular Affairs Call Center: +1-202-501-4444 (from abroad) or +1-888-407-4747 (from U.S./Canada).
View the Original:
https://il.usembassy.gov/security-alert-u-s-embassy-jerusalem-august-1-2026/
Kuwait
https://kw.usembassy.gov/security-alert-u-s-embassy-kuwait-august-1-2026/
UAE
https://ae.usembassy.gov/security-alert-u-s-embassy-abu-dhabi-and-u-s-consulate-general-dubai-august-1-2026/
Saudi Arabia
https://sa.usembassy.gov/security-alert-u-s-mission-saudi-arabia-august-1-2026/
Iraq
https://iq.usembassy.gov/security-alert-u-s-embassy-baghdad-and-u-s-consulate-general-erbil-august-1-2026/
Lebanon
https://lb.usembassy.gov/security-alert-u-s-embassy-beirut-lebanon-august-1-2026/
Egypt
https://eg.usembassy.gov/security-alert-u-s-embassy-cairo-august-1-2026/
