Reports

U.S. government personnel in the UAE continue to shelter in place, and we recommend that all Americans in the UAE do the same. To the extent possible, remain in your residence, hotel, or other secure structure, and stay...

here is a continuing threat of missile and UAV attacks over Kuwait. Do not come to the Embassy. Take cover in your residence on the lowest available floor and away from windows. Do not go outside. The U.S. Embassy in Kuw...

The U.S. Embassy has indications there may be continued missiles, drones, or rockets in Jordanian airspace in the coming days. Please maintain maximum awareness of your surroundings and, in the event of such an incident,...

If you are in the country, the Department of State urges U.S. citizens to depart Lebanon now while commercial flight options remain available.  The security situation in Lebanon is volatile and unpredictable.  Airstrikes...

Due to ongoing regional tensions, the U.S. Embassy in Bahrain remains closed. We will communicate when the embassy returns to normal operations.

We are monitoring reports of ongoing demonstrations at the U.S. Consulates General in Lahore and violent protests at the U.S. Consulate General in Karachi, as well as calls for additional demonstrations at U.S. Embassy I...

Following the launch of U.S. combat operations in Iran, Americans worldwide and especially in the Middle East should follow the guidance in the latest security alerts issued by the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate. The...

In light of ongoing hostilities in the region, the U.S. Embassy urges all U.S. citizens in Djibouti to exercise increased caution and remain informed.

OSAC reissued this Country Security Report (CSR) on February 27, 2026 as part of a periodic update.

On January 31, the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) conducted several coordinated attacks across southern Baluchistan province, killing 30 civilians. Pakistan military forces, utilizing small arms and aviation, engaged...

On February 25, 2026, OSAC members joined a snap call featuring Regional Security Officers (RSOs) from the Embassy and Consulates of Mexico regarding the aftermath of the Government of Mexico’s law enforcement action aga...

Pakistan launched airstrikes on Kabul, Paktia province, and Kandahar province on February 27, 2026, at 1:50 a.m. local time. According to media reports, Pakistani aircraft remained in Afghanistan airspace and continued...

This year, Nepal will celebrate Holi, the Festival of Colors, on Monday, March 2 in the Kathmandu Valley and hilly districts, and on Tuesday, March 3 in the Terai districts. Expect vibrant celebrations with large crowds...

There is a demonstration taking place now, Friday, February 27, at U.S. Embassy Pretoria. While the demonstration is expected to remain peaceful, such gatherings can be unpredictable and may present safety and security...

OSAC reissued this Country Security Report (CSR) on February 27, 2026, as part of a periodic update.

A large-scale demonstration is expected outside Congress on February 27, 2026, starting at 11:00 am. Argentine Federal Police and Buenos Aires City Police will deploy officers and barricades to manage the event. Traffi...

Updated to reflect the authorized departure of non-emergency U.S. government personnel and family members of U.S. government personnel to leave Israel. On February 27, 2026, the Department of State authorized the depa...

The Republic of the Congo will hold presidential elections on Sunday, March 15, 2026. Elections in general carry the potential for large gatherings and crowds. Congolese law enforcement is expected to maintain a heighten...

The U.S. Consulate General is aware of a demonstration planned for Friday, February 27, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. opposite the Consulate. U.S. citizens near the Consulate in North Sydney should remain vigilant of their surrou...

The Government of Peru declared a State of Emergency (Level 4) due to heavy rainfall and landslides in the following regions in Peru: Amazonas, Áncash, Arequipa, Cajamarca, Ica, Junín, La Libertad, Lambayeque, Lima, Madr...