Multiple US embassies are telling Americans they cannot evacuate or help them get out of the Middle East
Business Insider
March 3, 2026
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US embassies in the Middle East have informed American citizens they cannot assist with evacuations as conflict escalates following US and Israeli strikes on Iran. The situation has left many Americans scrambling to leave the region, but government assistance is limited. Key embassies, including those in Jerusalem and Qatar, have stated they are unable to directly aid citizens in departing due to the volatile security environment.
The US Embassy in Jerusalem advised citizens to use shuttles operated by Israel's Ministry of Tourism at the Taba border crossing with Egypt, though it emphasized that safety cannot be guaranteed. Similarly, in Qatar, where Iranian retaliatory strikes have targeted energy infrastructure, the embassy urged Americans to rely on commercial transportation options, while also warning against plans that depend on government assistance for evacuation.
The conflict has disrupted travel across the region. Iran, Iraq, Kuwait, and Bahrain have closed their airspaces, forcing airlines like Dubai International to limit flight services. Wealthy travelers and expats are turning to private jets and chauffeured vehicles to escape,
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Originally published on Business Insider on 3/3/2026