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— The U.S. Department of State
issued a “do not travel” warning
on Thursday for Iraq, warning Americans against traveling there because of potential violent threats.
The U.S. withdrew some of its soldiers and
nonessential embassy personnel
leaving Iraq on Wednesday, due to tensions in the area.
There are signs Israel is preparing to launch an attack on
Iran
, potentially leading to counterattacks on American facilities in the area.
The warning highlighted possible terrorist activities, abductions, combat situations, public disturbances, and air strikes in Iraq. Additionally, U.S. citizens were cautioned against traveling through Iraq with the intention of participating in armed confrontations in Syria.
Government officials of the U.S. have likewise been barred from utilizing the airport in Baghdad.
The State Department has cautioned travelers heading to Iraq that they should not expect governmental support. For individuals planning to visit despite these warnings, recommendations encompass developing an individual safety strategy, drafting a final will and testament, and submitting DNA samples to healthcare providers as a precautionary measure for potential identity verification purposes.
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