US Warns Americans: Stay Cautious Amid Iran Operations

0:00Birmingham stories, making news on March 1st. The U.S. State Department is warning Americans everywhere to stay cautious amid U.S. combat operations in Iran. Officials say people should check the latest alerts from the nearest U.S. Embassy or Consulate, especially in the Middle East. Travel could face big disruptions from temporary airspace shutdowns. Earlier this week, these operations kicked off with U.S. and Israeli actions against Iran, sparking chaos across the region. Officials linking Europe, Africa, and Asia saw major issues with flights grounded left and right. In Israel, U.S. government workers and families have been told to shelter in place for now. The embassy in Jerusalem shut down Monday, along with consular services in Jerusalem and Tel Aviv. No passport help is available, and they cannot evacuate or assist Americans leaving the country. Ben-Gurion airport near Tel Aviv stays closed, with zero commercial or charter flights running. Other key spots took hits too, including Dubai and Abu Dhabi and the United Arab Emirates,

1:03Doha and Qatar and Manama in Bahrain, all struck by Iranian missiles. Sunday alone saw more than 3,400 flights canceled at seven Middle East airports. Travelers should sign up for State Department Security updates to stay in the loop on changes. D&N is sponsored by our partner. A pillow that sounds as good as it feels, built for listening in bed, S-O-L-I, solely pillow.com.