Security Alert: U.S. Embassy Jerusalem

The IDF’s military operation in Gaza is ongoing.  As a result, retaliatory rockets have been fired from Gaza towards the Gaza periphery and areas across southern and even central Israel, including Tel Aviv.  U.S. citizens are reminded to remain vigilant and take appropriate steps to increase their security awareness as security incidents, including mortar and rocket fire, often take place without warning.  

Until further notice, U.S. government employees and their family members are restricted from personal travel to and through the city of Ashkelon.  U.S. government personnel continue to be prohibited from travel to Gaza and areas within seven (7) miles of Gaza. 

U.S. citizens can find additional information regarding steps to take in case of mortar and rocket fire in the Country Information for Israel, the West Bank and Gaza (https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/IsraeltheWestBankandGaza.html):

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