The U.S. Embassy in Riyadh issued a “shelter in place” warning to all American citizens currently in Saudi Arabia due to information of increased threats to hotels and businesses, after the IRGC threatened to target U.S. tech companies with offices in the Middle East.
Saudi Arabia: We are tracking reports of threats against locations where American citizens gather. We advise U.S. citizens that hotels and other gathering points including U.S. businesses and U.S. educational institutions may be potential targets.
On March 22, the Department of State issued a Worldwide Caution Security Alert advising Americans worldwide to exercise increased caution. The U.S. Embassy in Riyadh has directed all U.S. government employees to shelter in place. We recommend all Americans in Saudi Arabia do the same until further notice. To the extent possible, remain in your residence or another structure, and stay away from windows.
If you want to leave the Middle East, the U.S. government is ready to assist by providing you the latest information about the departure options available.
Saudi airspace remains open with frequent air traffic restrictions to address continued missile and drone threats. Riyadh, Jeddah, and Dammam airports remain open and operational, but travelers are advised to check their flight status directly with the airline due to possible delays and cancellations.
