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February 27 – March 5
The safety and security of Americans is our top priority. Americans in the Middle East who need consular assistance can enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive the latest updates or call the 24/7 State Department Task Force at +1-202-501-4444.
Here’s what happened at State this week. ⤵️
- President Trump launched Operation Epic Fury to eliminate the imminent nuclear threat posed by the Iranian regime.
- U.S. diplomats are working to ensure the safety of Americans overseas.
- We have assisted nearly 24,000 Americans abroad, including offering security guidance and travel assistance.
 President Trump oversees Operation Epic Fury at Mar-a-Lago, Palm Beach, Florida, Feb. 28. (White House photo by Daniel Torok)
On February 28, President Trump authorized Operation Epic Fury to eliminate the imminent nuclear threat posed by the Iranian regime, destroy its ballistic missile arsenal, degrade its proxy terror networks, and cripple its naval forces.
Executed in partnership with regional allies, this operation follows exhaustive diplomatic efforts and comes after 47 years of Iranian aggression — including attacks on U.S. citizens, sponsorship of global terrorism, and brutal oppression of its own people.
“An Iranian regime armed with long-range missiles and nuclear weapons would be a dire threat to every American,” said President Trump in a March 3 address. “We cannot allow a nation that raises terrorist armies to possess such weapons.”
 Secretary Rubio visits the State Department Operations Center at the Department of State in Washington, D.C., March 4. (Official State Department photo by Freddie Everett)
To all American citizens in the Middle East: Your safety and security is our number one priority.
Speaking directly to Americans who are in the Middle East, Secretary Rubio explained that the State Department created a 24/7 Task Force to help Americans stay up to date on information. The Department also stood up a 24-hour hotline for Americans needing assistance.
To get access to these updates, Americans can:
- Enroll at step.state.gov to receive the latest security updates from the U.S. embassy or consulate by email.
- Follow the “U.S. Department of State - Security Updates for U.S. Citizens” channel on WhatsApp.
- Find detailed information including the latest Security Alerts for your location at travel.state.gov/destination.
Americans who need consular assistance can also call us 24/7:
- +1-202-501-4444 (from abroad)
- +1-888-407-4747 (from the U.S. and Canada)
Americans trying to get home from Bahrain, Israel, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, or the United Arab Emirates may complete this form to request that we contact you with information on U.S. government-facilitated departure options as they become available.
Nearly 24,000 Americans have safely returned to the U.S. Citizens in Bahrain, Israel, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, or the United Arab Emirates are encouraged to submit an assistance request if they want help leaving the region.
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