US Embassy in Jerusalem issues warning to Americans trying to flee

WorldPolitics
3 Mar 2026 • 6:51 PM MYT
The Independent
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  • The US Embassy in Jerusalem has advised American citizens in Israel that they can leave the country via taxi or shuttle, but their safety cannot be guaranteed.
  • Current US government advice for its citizens is to shelter in place and make their own security arrangements, with flights cancelled as Israel enters a fourth day of conflict with Iran.
  • The Israeli Ministry of Tourism is operating shuttles to the Taba Border Crossing with Egypt, though the US Embassy has stated it cannot recommend for or against this option.
  • The State Department has issued a 'DEPART NOW' warning for Israel, the West Bank, Gaza, and several other Middle Eastern regions, citing serious safety risks.
  • Twelve people have been killed and hundreds injured in Israel following retaliatory missile attacks from Iran, with the Iranian-backed Hezbollah also targeting Israel from Lebanon.

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