
Following President Donald Trump’s decisive military actions in Iran, Americans traveling abroad must brace for potential danger as the U.S. State Department issued a global caution.
See the tweet below this post.
As Tehran threatens retaliation against U.S. citizens, patriots traveling internationally are now at increased risk from anti-American demonstrations and terrorist threats.
Following the successful U.S. military operation against Iran’s nuclear program – dubbed “Operation Midnight Hammer” – the State Department has advised Americans worldwide to exercise increased vigilance.
The strikes, ordered by President Trump, have significantly degraded Iran’s nuclear capabilities but prompted threats of retaliation from the rogue regime.
The State Department warned in its advisory:
“The conflict between Israel and Iran has resulted in disruptions to travel and periodic closure of airspace across the Middle East. There is potential for demonstrations against U.S. citizens and interests abroad. The Department of State advises U.S. citizens worldwide to exercise increased caution.”
The advisory cautions explicitly about terrorist groups and violent extremists targeting tourist locations, transportation hubs, markets, and government facilities – areas frequently visited by Americans.
The threat is particularly acute in regions with strong anti-American sentiment, where local populations may blame U.S. foreign policy for regional instability.
U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth claimed the strikes dealt a “final blow” to Iran’s nuclear program, though questions remain about whether it has been completely dismantled.
This decisive action follows years of appeasement policies that allowed Iran to advance its nuclear ambitions while funding terrorism throughout the region.
Americans in Israel, Gaza, and the West Bank face particularly high risks due to ongoing armed conflict, terrorism, and civil unrest.
The State Department has authorized the departure of family members of U.S. government employees and selected non-emergency personnel from Israel while also assisting American citizens in leaving the country.
“Negative sentiment toward U.S. foreign policy may prompt actions against U.S. or Western interests,” warned an alert issued.
President Trump has made it abundantly clear that any Iranian retaliation will be met with overwhelming force.
On his Truth Social platform, the President issued a stark warning: “ANY RETALIATION BY IRAN AGAINST THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA WILL BE MET WITH FORCE FAR GREATER THAN WHAT WAS WITNESSED TONIGHT.”
The Department of Homeland Security has also issued a National Terrorism Advisory System Bulletin, indicating a heightened threat environment within American borders.
This underscores the potential for Iranian-backed terrorist cells already operating within the United States to carry out attacks on American soil.
Travelers are strongly advised to research destinations, check State Department travel advisories, and enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) for updates.
Moreover, the government recommends preparing emergency contacts and independent exit strategies, as U.S. government assistance during evacuations cannot be guaranteed in all circumstances.
“We’ll impose costs on Iran if they attack American personnel, whether they do it directly, or whether they do it through some of these proxies that they try to hide behind,” Secretary of State Marco Rubio warned.
Iranian airspace remains closed, and Americans in Iran are advised to leave by land when safe to do so.
This worldwide caution serves as a reminder of the dangerous world American patriots face when traveling abroad, especially in regions where U.S. strength has been questioned due to weak foreign policy in recent years.
Iran: U.S. citizens should not travel to Iran for any reason and should depart Iran immediately if you are there. U.S. citizens who are unable to depart Iran should shelter in place.
As of Friday, June 13, Iran’s Civil Aviation Organization closed the country’s airspace until… pic.twitter.com/1xdlVuNRb6— Travel – State Dept (@TravelGov) June 13, 2025