The US embassy in Amman has warned Americans to reconsider travelling to the Middle East to take extra precautions due to possible regional escalation.

In a statement on X, the embassy says “US diplomatic facilities, including outside the Middle East, have been targeted. Iran and groups supportive of Iran may target other US interests overseas or at locations associated with the United States and Americans throughout the world, including US businesses and other institutions.”

The statement warns citizens to expect flight cancellations, airspace closures and other travel disruptions. It also says US military bases in Jordan should be avoided and asks Americans to follow local government and embassy security guidance.

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