In a statement, the embassy urged American citizens in the Middle East to exercise extreme caution amid the increased risk of possible armed attacks by the Houthis, alongside Tehran’s efforts to target U.S. government officials in the region.
The statement also noted that the Houthis have previously carried out attacks and hostile actions against the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, targeting civilian airports and sensitive, vital facilities. Those attacks have caused civilian casualties and led to widespread disruption of travel.
The U.S. Embassy also warned of the possibility that the pace of such actions could increase rapidly and that their effects could extend to areas beyond the attacks’ immediate geographic range. It urged American citizens to carefully monitor official security guidance and take all necessary precautions to protect themselves.
