The US State Department has issued a Level 4 travel advisory, the highest severity classification, strongly advising American citizens against all travel to Iraq. New, updated story - State Department Issues Do Not Travel Warning For Israel The advisory cites significant safety concerns,

The announcement reflects a serious reassessment of the security situation in Iraq. The Department of State issued a stark warning, advising U.S. citizens not to travel to Iraq “for any reason” due to persistent threats including terrorism,

"Do not travel to Iraq due to terrorism, kidnapping, armed conflict, civil unrest, and the U.S. government’s limited ability to provide emergency services to U.S. citizens in Iraq. Do not travel to Iraq for any reason," the travel warning stated on Wednesday, June 11.

With tensions escalating across parts of the Middle East, some travellers are asking whether it’s still safe to visit Dubai. According to the latest guidance from both the UK and US governments, the answer is yes: the UAE remains open for travel,

THE Philippine Embassy in Baghdad has advised Filipinos in Iraq to avoid any unnecessary trips as tensions in the Middle East rise.

The US security warning further reminded the US citizens of the constant need for caution and increased personal security awareness, which includes knowing the location of the closest shelter in the case of a red alert,

US diplomats and families in Israel told to remain in Tel Aviv, Jerusalem or Beersheba; IRGC chief warns response to Israeli attack would be 'more forceful' than in past

The US issued security alerts across the Middle East after Israeli strikes on Iran, warning of missile threats and advising Americans to avoid travel or shelter in place across Iran, Iraq, Jordan, and Israel.