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US warns of threats to Jewish, Israeli communities in UAE, urges caution
The United States mission to the United Arab Emirates said on Friday it was aware of information indicating threats towards the Jewish and Israeli communities in the UAE.
The U.S. Mission to the United Arab Emirates is aware of information indicating threats toward the Jewish and Israeli communities in the UAE. The Mission urges U.S. citizens to avoid locations in the UAE associated with the Jewish and Israeli communities, including places of… — US Mission to UAE (@USAinUAE) August 8, 2025
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In a statement, the mission urged US citizens to avoid locations associated with these communities, including places of worship, due to the elevated threat environment.
Americans in the UAE are advised to stay informed through the State Department's travel website, which includes Travel Warnings and Country-Specific Information.
The Mission also recommended enrolling in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive real-time security updates and facilitate emergency assistance.
For assistance regarding US citizens abroad, the State Department can be reached at +1-888-407-4747 (toll-free in the U.S. and Canada) or +1-202-501-4444 from overseas.
On July 31, Israel's National Security Headquarters upgraded its travel warning for Israelis in the Gulf country, saying: 'terrorist organisations are operating with increased intensity these days in efforts to harm Israel'.
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