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The U.S. Embassy has information to suggest that Iran may seek to target unspecified locations in central Manama. We urge all Americans to remain vigilant, follow local authorities’ instructions, and review the latest guidance from the U.S. Embassy. Read the full alert for more details at bh.usembassy.gov/security-alert….

Worldwide Caution: Due to heightened tensions in the Middle East, the security environment remains complex with the potential for unforeseen escalation. We remind Americans in the region of the continued need for caution and encourage them to monitor the news for breaking developments.  The Department of State advises Americans worldwide, and especially in the Middle East, to exercise increased caution. Americans abroad should follow the guidance in security alerts issued by the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate. Flight cancellations and periodic airspace closures may cause travel disruptions. U.S. diplomatic facilities, including outside the Middle East, have been targeted. Groups supportive of Iran may target other U.S. interests overseas or locations associated with the United States and/or Americans throughout the world. Please read carefully our Travel Advisory, country information, and any recent security alerts when planning travel at travel.state.gov/destination. Full alert: travel.state.gov/en/internation….

Middle East: Due to high tensions in the Middle East, the security environment remains complex with the potential for unforeseen escalation. We remind Americans in the region of the continued need for caution and encourage them to monitor the news for breaking developments. Americans traveling in or through the region should also check with their air carriers to make sure their flights are still scheduled. Americans should reconsider travel to/through the Middle East. Read the latest country-specific alerts at: travel.state.gov/en/internation…

If you have concerns about your child’s other parent taking your child out of the country without your consent, enroll in the Children’s Passport Issuance Alert Program. Learn more about tools to prevent International Parental Child Abduction at travel.state.gov/prevention

Passport PSA for U.S. Dual Nationals: U.S. citizens are REQUIRED to enter and depart the United States on a U.S. passport. This requirement applies equally to U.S. citizens, including children, who are dual nationals. Dual national U.S. citizens may NOT use their foreign passport to apply for an electronic travel authorization (ESTA). The Department of Homeland Security routinely denies or cancels ESTAs for dual national U.S. citizens. If you are a U.S. citizen or national and live abroad and plan to travel to the United States, make sure you do so with a valid U.S. passport. If your U.S. passport is expired or expires soon, renew before your trip! Passports should generally be valid at least six months after the date of entry to a foreign country.

Democratic Republic of the Congo: Due to the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), the Department of Homeland Security has implemented new restrictions under Title 49 of the U.S. Code which prevent U.S. citizens and nationals who have been in the DRC within a 21-day period from entering the United States via commercial aviation. Travelers who have been in the DRC within 21 days of their flight will not be allowed to board flights with U.S. destinations. All U.S. citizens and U.S. nationals who have been in the DRC should plan to remain outside the DRC for 21 days before entering the United States. Visit the CDC’s page on Information for Travelers Returning from Ebola-Affected Areas for more information. Read the full alert: cd.usembassy.gov/health-alert-u…

We issue Travel Advisories with Levels 1 – 4. Level 4 means DO NOT TRAVEL. We assign Level 4 based on local conditions and/or our limited ability to help Americans there. These places are dangerous. Do not go for ANY reason. The Travel Advisories for the following countries are currently Level 4 - Do Not Travel: ⛔Afghanistan ⛔Belarus ⛔Burkina Faso ⛔Burma ⛔Central African Republic (CAR) ⛔Chad ⛔Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) ⛔Haiti ⛔Iran ⛔Iraq ⛔Lebanon ⛔Libya ⛔Mali ⛔Niger ⛔North Korea ⛔Russia ⛔Somalia ⛔South Sudan ⛔Sudan ⛔Syria ⛔Uganda ⛔Ukraine ⛔Yemen Find the travel advisory for your destination at travel.state.gov/destination

🏌️⛳ Golf fans, are you ready for the British Open? Make sure you are travel-ready so you can focus on the fairways and stay out of the rough. U.S. citizens traveling to the United Kingdom are required to obtain an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) prior to arrival. Visit travel.state.gov/destination to check entry requirements for the UK and all your destinations.

Before 9/11, passport production was steady, but everything changed after. Following the 2001 attacks, new security measures such as the Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative (WHTI) required passports for travel to Canada and Mexico by land and sea. The result? A massive surge in passport applications that reshaped U.S. passport history. @travelgov #Passport100

Democratic Republic of the Congo: Do not travel for any reason to the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) due to Ebola, which is a deadly communicable disease. If you travel and are exposed to Ebola, your life may be at serious risk. You may have to quarantine outside the United States at your own expense for up to 21 days and costs may be very significant. Your insurance may not cover these costs. If you have possibly been exposed to Ebola, the U.S. government has established a process to ensure access to appropriate life-saving care for U.S. citizens who request assistance. Participation in the process is voluntary, and those who decline U.S. government assistance will continue to be subject to relevant U.S. government and host country health, travel, and screening measures. Do not travel to the Democratic Republic of Congo for any reason. Actions to take: - Review the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) information on what travelers need to know about returning to the United States from DRC, Uganda, and South Sudan . - Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive safety and security updates. - Review the CDC webpage on the Ebola Current Situation . - Review the Department of Homeland Security Alert on Enhanced Ebola Screening . - Review Consular Information for Americans Regarding the Ebola Outbreak . - Review the Additional Consular Information for Americans Regarding the Ebola Outbreak . - Notify friends and family of your safety. - Have travel documents up to date and easily accessible. - Check with your medical insurance provider on evacuation and treatment abroad options should you fall ill while in DRC. - Alert your healthcare provider if you are experiencing symptoms consistent with Ebola disease to receive guidance prior to presenting for care. - Update medical directives for your care in case of serious illness abroad. - Complete a will and update end of life instructions. Assistance: Contact the U.S. Embassy in Kinshasa, DRC: 310 Avenue des Aviateurs, Kinshasa/Gombe +243 81-556-0151/0152 or +243-972-616-193 (after hours and weekends) ACSKinshasa@state.gov cd.usembassy.gov If you are planning to travel to the United States, contact your airline to confirm your flight and route. You may also contact the State Department – Consular Affairs: Phone: +1-888-407-4747 (from U.S./Canada) or +1-202-501-4444 (from abroad) Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive safety and security updates. More at cd.usembassy.gov/health-alert-u….

Did you know that early passports in the 1700s were letters from one government to another requesting safe passage for the holder? Or that photos were not required on U.S. passports until 1914? Or that the first U.S. passport books had a red cover? Learn more about the fascinating history of the U.S. passport: share.america.gov/us-passports-t…

China: Local and national weather authorities have issued warnings for potentially heavy rainfall and severe weather across Central China, including Jiangxi, Henan, Hubei, and Hunan provinces, from July 11 to July 13, as Super Typhoon Bavi approaches the Chinese coast. Typhoon Bavi is expected to make landfall along the coastal areas of Fujian and Zhejiang provinces on July 10–11. While the most severe impacts—including torrential rainfall and flooding—are anticipated closer to the coast in southeastern China, all four provinces listed above may experience periods of heavy rainfall as the storm’s track evolves. Read the full alert for more information: china.usembassy-china.org.cn/weather-alert-…

Thailand: Thailand has implemented a new customs policy formally classifying cannabis buds as a fineable offense, replacing the previous practice of confiscation without charge. Effective June 17, 2026, individuals importing, exporting, or attempting to evade restrictions on cannabis may face penalties of up to 10 years in prison, a fine of up to 500,000 baht, or both. You are subject to local laws when traveling abroad. The U.S. government cannot guarantee your release when you are detained or arrested abroad. Read the full alert for more information: th.usembassy.gov/alert-u-s-emba…

Consular officers don't just work behind a desk. They show up – at airports, in evacuation zones, in the middle of crises – to help Americans get to safety. When disaster strikes or emergencies unfold, our global network of consular professionals is ready to move. For 250 years, that's been a core part of our mission. It still is. #Freedom250

Taiwan: Typhoon Bavi is currently forecast to impact Taiwan in the coming days. Taiwan’s Central Weather Administration predicts high winds and torrential rainfall to impact central and northern Taiwan beginning the evening of Friday, July 10, 2026 and continuing through Saturday. Residents and visitors should prepare for heavy rainfall, strong winds, dangerous storm surge, and possible flooding. Read the full alert for more information: ait.org.tw/weather-alert-…

Southeastern China (Shanghai, Anhui, Fujian, Zhejiang, Jiangsu and Guangdong Provinces): Super Typhoon Bavi is approaching Fujian province and Zhejiang province. The maximum wind speed near the center of the super typhoon has reached Force 17 (60 m/s), with risks of torrential rainfall and flooding as it is expected to make landfall along the coastal areas of Fujian and Zhejiang provinces July 10-11, 2026. Read the full alert for more information: china.usembassy-china.org.cn/weather-alert-… Beijing, China, and surrounding area: Local and national weather authorities have issued alerts for heavy rainfall and severe weather in Beijing and parts of the surrounding region, including Hebei, Tianjin, and Shandong. Beijing authorities have issued flood-related warnings for heavy rainfall expected from 2:00 p.m. on July 10 to 8:00 a.m. on July 12. Local authorities forecast heavy rain across Beijing, with torrential rain possible in Huairou, Miyun, Pinggu, Shunyi, Fangshan, and other districts. Read the full alert for more information: china.usembassy-china.org.cn/weather-alert-…

Transportation-related deaths are the #1 cause of non-natural deaths among American travelers overseas. When driving abroad, laws and signs can be very different. Review the local traffic laws, driver's license requirements, and road safety tips in the “Travel and Transportation” section for your destination at travel.state.gov/destination and find more information about driving and transportation safety abroad at travel.state.gov/driving

Cuba: As of 12 p.m. ET, Cuba experienced a total power failure due to a collapse of Cuba’s electrical grid.  According to Cuban regime media, the reason for the collapse and the timeline to restore power is unknown. All U.S. citizens in Cuba or planning to travel to Cuba should be aware and plan accordingly. There are reports of cellphone and internet outages. Read the full alert for more information: cu.usembassy.gov/security-alert…

Venezuela: We continue to monitor the situation in Venezuela closely and will keep you updated so you can make decisions about your safety. In addition to the Copa Airlines and Avianca flights, travelers should also be aware of other airlines initiating flights to/from other airports in Venezuela outside Caracas. Laser Airlines has started a flight between Miami and Barcelona, Venezuela. Check with airlines on availability. More at ve.usembassy.gov/natural-disast…