The United States government is strongly advising American citizens currently in Iran to depart the country immediately, utilizing overland routes where possible. This urgent recommendation comes amidst escalating unrest and widespread protests throughout Iran in recent days.
A statement from the U.S. Virtual Embassy in Tehran suggests that Americans should consider leaving Iran by land, heading towards Turkey or Armenia, provided it is safe to do so. The embassy emphasized that the security situation within Iran remains unstable and unpredictable.
This travel advisory coincides with renewed warnings from Washington regarding potential actions against Iran. Officials have indicated they are closely monitoring the situation on the ground before making any final decisions. The current wave of protests is reportedly the largest seen in Iran in years. Unconfirmed media reports suggest a significant number of casualties, raising concerns within the U.S. administration.
“The situation is very bad,” officials stated, expressing concern over the ongoing violence. They reiterated the importance of respecting what they described as the Iranian people’s right to freedom and called for political reforms within the country.
The U.S. administration directly addressed the Iranian leadership, urging them to exercise restraint and avoid violence in dealing with protesters. Officials emphasized that Iran is currently navigating a delicate and sensitive period. Discussions are reportedly underway within the U.S. administration regarding the appropriate response to the evolving situation in Iran.
The final decision on any potential course of action rests with the U.S. government, who is actively assessing all available information.
