The UK has issued a strict travel advisory urging Britons to avoid all travel to Israel and the Occupied Palestinian Territories. This travel advisory follows recent missile exchanges between Israel and Iran, with fears of further regional escalation. The Foreign Office warns the situation remains volatile and could worsen without warning.
Israel’s airspace remains closed after retaliatory strikes between the two nations. The travel advisoryhighlights significant dangers, stating, “Conditions may deteriorate rapidly.” British nationals already in Israel should follow local guidance and stay alert.
Foreign Secretary David Lammy emphasized safety as the top priority. “We advise against all travel to the region,” he confirmed on social media. Similar warnings now apply to Iran and parts of Egypt.
James Eden, a 72-year-old pilgrim from Newcastle, found himself trapped in Jerusalem. “The FCDO called but offered little help,” he said. With flights suspended, he now considers crossing into Egypt though UK officials warn against travel there too.
The FCDO insists it supports British nationals 24/7. A spokesperson urged travelers to monitor updates but acknowledged evacuation challenges.
Israel targeted Iranian nuclear facilities last week, prompting Tehran’s retaliation. Missiles struck Bat Yam and Tamra, while Israel hit over 80 sites in Tehran. Meanwhile, the UK deployed additional RAF jets as a precaution. Oil prices spiked amid fears of disrupted Middle Eastern supplies.
As tensions rise, the travel advisory underscores the unpredictability of the crisis. For now, the UK government’s message remains clear: avoid the region entirely.
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