US Warns Citizens to Leave Iran Amid Escalating Protests and Potential Military Action

The US Embassy in Iran has issued a security alert, warning American citizens to leave the country immediately due to escalating protests and potential military action. The embassy advised citizens to plan for departing Iran without assistance from the US government and to find a secure location within their residence or another safe building if they cannot leave .

Protests have been ongoing in Iran, with reports indicating that over 500 people have been killed and more than 10,000 arrested. The government has responded with force, leading to concerns about the safety of citizens, including Americans. The US government has been closely monitoring the situation, with President Donald Trump considering “very strong options” to address the crisis .

The US Embassy in Iran has advised citizens to:

– Leave Iran immediately
– Plan for departing Iran without assistance from the US government
– Find a secure location within their residence or another safe building if they cannot leave
– Expect continued internet outages and plan alternative means of communication
– Consider departing Iran by land to Armenia or Türkiye if safe to do so .

The US government has warned that American citizens face serious risks in Iran, including questioning, arrest, and detention. Dual nationals are particularly vulnerable, as the Iranian government does not recognize dual nationality and may treat them solely as Iranian citizens. Showing a US passport or demonstrating connections to the United States can be reason enough for Iranian authorities to detain someone .

There are reports that the US is considering military action against Iran, including aerial strikes. The US has also imposed tariffs on countries doing business with Iran, and there are concerns that the situation could escalate further .