The United States has issued fresh security alerts to its citizens across parts of the Middle East, warning of the possibility of a sudden escalation in the ongoing regional conflict and advising Americans to be ready to leave if the situation deteriorates.

The alerts, published by US embassies in Amman, Jerusalem and Baghdad, urged American nationals to closely monitor developments, review available travel options and remain prepared for emergency departures.

According to the advisory, US citizens in the region should remain vigilant as heightened tensions could lead to flight cancellations, temporary airspace closures and other travel disruptions.

“Americans in the region should consider departing, or be prepared to depart should there be escalation,” the security notice stated.

The embassies also encouraged citizens to follow instructions issued by local authorities and regularly check the status of commercial flights.

In Jordan, Americans were specifically advised to stay away from US military installations, some of which have recently come under Iranian missile attacks.

Meanwhile, the US Embassy in Jerusalem urged citizens in Israel to identify the nearest bomb shelter and remain alert in the event of emergency situations.

“The Iranian regime is unpredictable, as seen by its recent decisions to attack areas in the region without warning or provocations as well as to expand attacks to areas not previously targeted (such as Egypt),” the embassy said.

The warning comes after a drone struck a US-owned gas vessel docked at an Egyptian port on Wednesday, sparking a fire. Egyptian authorities have launched an investigation into the incident but have not identified those responsible.

Iran has also accused Washington of worsening tensions in the region. The Iranian military warned that any country providing support or protection to the United States could face the consequences of the conflict.

“Any country serving as defensive shield for criminal and aggressive America will be engulfed by the flames of war,” the Iranian military said.

Although Iran and the United States resumed exchanging attacks earlier this week following a brief lull, there were no reports of overnight strikes between Friday and Saturday.

The current Middle East conflict began on February 28 after the United States and Israel launched military strikes on Iran. Tehran has since responded with a series of missile and drone attacks targeting locations across the region.