June 17, 2025, 7:14 a.m. ET
Amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran, multiple countries are issuing urgent travel advisories to their citizens, urging them to evacuate. In a significant move, both Israel and Iran have sealed off their airspaces, leaving limited options for foreign nationals to depart, primarily through land routes or government-organized evacuations.
The United States has taken a decisive step by raising its travel advisory for Israel to Level 4, advising “Do Not Travel,” the most severe warning level, due to the escalating risks in the region. This decision has been accompanied by a recommendation for non-emergency U.S. government personnel and their families to leave the country. The U.S. embassy in Israel has stated that it cannot directly assist Americans wishing to evacuate.
China is actively evacuating its nationals from both Israel and Iran, with emergency measures in effect according to the country's Foreign Ministry. The Chinese embassy in Tel Aviv has instructed its citizens to exit Israel via land crossings into Jordan to ensure their safety.
Similarly, South Korea's Foreign Ministry has called for its citizens to leave Iran, while previously advising against travel to Israel and certain parts of Iran. British authorities are also urging nationals in Israel to register with their Foreign Office for updates and assistance, discouraging all travel to Israel and Iran.
Russia has echoed the sentiments of other nations, advising its citizenry to leave Israel until stability is restored. The country has already evacuated several of its nationals from Iran and has suspended activities at its consulate in Tehran.
With air traffic severely restricted, the situation remains precarious for many foreigners caught in the escalating conflict, highlighting the urgent need for international evacuation efforts.
Amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran, multiple countries are issuing urgent travel advisories to their citizens, urging them to evacuate. In a significant move, both Israel and Iran have sealed off their airspaces, leaving limited options for foreign nationals to depart, primarily through land routes or government-organized evacuations.
The United States has taken a decisive step by raising its travel advisory for Israel to Level 4, advising “Do Not Travel,” the most severe warning level, due to the escalating risks in the region. This decision has been accompanied by a recommendation for non-emergency U.S. government personnel and their families to leave the country. The U.S. embassy in Israel has stated that it cannot directly assist Americans wishing to evacuate.
China is actively evacuating its nationals from both Israel and Iran, with emergency measures in effect according to the country's Foreign Ministry. The Chinese embassy in Tel Aviv has instructed its citizens to exit Israel via land crossings into Jordan to ensure their safety.
Similarly, South Korea's Foreign Ministry has called for its citizens to leave Iran, while previously advising against travel to Israel and certain parts of Iran. British authorities are also urging nationals in Israel to register with their Foreign Office for updates and assistance, discouraging all travel to Israel and Iran.
Russia has echoed the sentiments of other nations, advising its citizenry to leave Israel until stability is restored. The country has already evacuated several of its nationals from Iran and has suspended activities at its consulate in Tehran.
With air traffic severely restricted, the situation remains precarious for many foreigners caught in the escalating conflict, highlighting the urgent need for international evacuation efforts.
