Americans warned by US Embassy in Israel to prepare for ‘crises’ amid Iran tensions

The U.S. Embassy in Jerusalem issued a security alert Wednesday reminding personnel and Americans in Israel of the embassy’s standard advice. 

The alert follows weeks of mass street protests in Iran against AyatollahAli Khamenei’sregime, heightening global tensions.

“Given ongoing regional tensions, theU.S.Embassy in Jerusalemcontinues to reiterate standard advice to its personnel and all U.S.citizens in Israel to exercise good personal security and preparedness practices,” the alert says.

‘LEAVE IRAN NOW’: US EMBASSY POSTS WARNING TO AMERICANS STILL IN THE COUNTRY

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Officials encourage Americans to review travel plans “in case of disruptions” and to make “appropriate decisions for themselves andtheir families.

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“Crises can happen unexpectedly while traveling or living abroad, anda good planhelps you think through potential scenarios and determine in advance the best course of action.”

Protesters burn images of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei during a rally held in solidarity with Iran’s uprising in central London, Jan.11, 2026. (Carlos Jasso/AFP via Getty Images)

Officials say theU.S.Mission posture, staffing and operations remain unchanged, with consular services continuing as normal.

Iran issued a noticeto airmen (NOTAM) alert late Wednesday, closing airspace to all flights except international flights with prior permission from the country.

The U.S.Consulate in Jerusalem in 2018(Thomas Coex/AFP via Getty Images)

Also on Wednesday, the U.S.Embassy in Qatar issued a public notice telling citizens they can receive alerts and relevant updates from the Embassy in Qatar via WhatsApp.

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The U.S.Virtual Embassy Iran told American citizens who are still in the country toleave immediately on Tuesday.

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In this frame grab from video obtained by The Associated Press outside Iran, a masked demonstrator holds a picture of Iran’s Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi during a protest in Tehran, Iran, Jan.9, 2026.(UGC via AP)

“Leave Iran now.Have a plan for departing Iran that does not rely on U.S.government help,” the U.S.Virtual Embassy Iran said on its website, suggesting land crossings into Armenia or Turkey if it is “safe to do so.”

food, water, medications and other essential items,” it added.

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�s Alexandra Koch and Greg Norman-Diamond contributed reporting.

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