As U.S.-Iraq War Continues, State Department Revises Travel Advisory to Warn American About destinations to avoid.
Iran has been classified as a Level 4 “Do Not Travel” area because “terrorismriots, kidnappings, arbitrary arrests of American citizens, and wrongful detentions. “
Last month, Israel and the United States launched coordinated strikes against Iran over concerns it possessed missiles.
In response, Iran retaliated, leading to attacks on other countries and causing casualties among U.S. soldiers.
Level 4 “Do Not Travel” Warning for Iran and Other Countries
A “Level 4” warning is strict advice for travel. Currently, countries classified as “Level 4” include AfghanistanHaiti, Iraq, Libya, Russia and Somalia, according to Fox News.
Iran Designated “Level 4: Do Not Travel,” Americans face the risk of wrongful detention, violence and kidnapping due to ongoing unrest in the region.
Likewise, Level 3 advises Americans to think twice before traveling to these locations. Countries in “Level 3” include Bahrain, Colombia, Honduras, Israel, Nicaragua and Qatar.
The move comes after the U.S. State Department warned Americans a week ago about possible threats posed by groups linked to Iran.
“From now on, based on the information we have about you, even parks, recreation areas and tourist destinations anywhere in the world are no longer safe for you,” Iranian Brigadier General Abolfazl Shekarchi said in an appearance. Iranian State television addressed Israel and the United States.
Level 2 warning
Countries that Americans are advised to exercise a high degree of caution with (Level 2) include Cuba, Dominican Republic, France, GreenlandItaly, Mexico and the UK.
some areas Mexico Regions such as Sinaloa and Colima have been classified as Level 4 areas, while others, such as Jalisco and Baja California, have been classified as Level 3 areas due to cartel-related activities.
The U.S. State Department advises travelers to register in its Smart Traveler Enrollment Program, which provides Americans with up-to-date information via email and alerts from U.S. embassies and consulates abroad.
