NewzThe embassy warned that Iran and its allies could target US interests, businesses and institutions overseas. (EPA Images pic)ISTANBUL: The US Embassy in the UAE issued a security alert warning Americans in the Middle East to exercise heightened vigilance amid a complex security environment, citing potential flight cancellations, airspace closures and travel disruptions, reported Anadolu Ajansi.It said Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthi group had carried out attacks against Saudi Arabia, including strikes on civilian airports and other critical infrastructure that caused civilian casualties and severe travel disruptions.“The hostilities have the potential to escalate rapidly beyond that immediate area,” the statement said.The embassy urged Americans travelling to or from the Middle East to monitor airport and airline operations and prepare contingency plans in advance.“Iran and groups supportive of Iran may target other US interests overseas or at locations associated with the US and Americans throughout the world, including US businesses and other institutions,” the statement said. US Embassy in UAE urges citizens exercise ‘heightened vigilance’ in the Middle East The US Embassy in UAE issued a security alert warning its citizens in the Middle East to "exercise heightened vigilance" amid escalations in the region.
"Americans currently in the Middle East should exercise heightened vigilance due to the complex security environment. Be aware of potential flight cancellations, airspace closures, and travel disruptions," it said in its statement. It referenced Houthi attacks against Saudi Arabia, adding that "hostilities have the potential to escalate rapidly beyond that immediate area".
"Americans traveling to or from the Middle East should monitor information about airport and airline operations and develop contingency plans in advance. "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."
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