The United States has ordered the departure of non-emergency government personnel and their family members from multiple countries in the Middle East and Pakistan, while raising or reaffirming travel advisories across the region amid escalating tensions with Iran.

The US State Department upgraded travel warnings for Saudi Arabia, Jordan, the United Arab Emirates, and Oman to Level 3 — Reconsider Travel — citing heightened risks of armed conflict, terrorism, and potential missile and drone attacks. Kuwait, Bahrain, Qatar, and Pakistan remain at Level 3 as regional security concerns intensify.

The measures follow the outbreak of hostilities between the United States and Iran on February 28, which officials say has increased threats to US interests and disrupted commercial aviation.

In the United Arab Emirates, the advisory was raised from Level 2 to Level 3 due to the risk of armed conflict. US officials warned that Iran has publicly indicated its intent to target locations in the UAE associated with American interests.

Saudi Arabia’s updated advisory highlighted risks related to armed conflict, terrorism, and strict enforcement of local laws, including social media regulations. The State Department also noted past drone and missile attacks from Yemen targeting cities and critical infrastructure.

In Qatar, the US Embassy suspended routine consular services and urged American citizens to leave the country if possible. “Americans in Qatar are strongly encouraged to depart now,” the advisory stated.

Pakistan remains at Level 3, with the State Department ordering non-emergency staff departures from US consulates in Lahore and Karachi. Balochistan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and areas near the Line of Control continue under Level 4 — Do Not Travel — due to terrorism and security threats.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has also issued safety notices advising caution for aircraft operating in or near the Persian Gulf and surrounding airspace.

Iraq remains at Level 4, the highest advisory category, with warnings of terrorism, kidnapping, armed conflict, and civil unrest.

US officials said the advisory updates reflect growing concerns that the conflict with Iran could expand, impacting regional stability, aviation safety, and international travel routes.