The Austrian Foreign Ministry has issued updated travel advice, urging all Austrian citizens to leave Iran due to the increased risk in the region. The travel warning comes in response to the growing tensions between Iran and Israel, with the Iranian government announcing a retaliatory strike against Israel following the killing of high-ranking Iranian commanders in the Iranian embassy in Damascus.
The situation in the region remains tense, with the US Army increasing its presence and President Joe Biden warning Iran against attacking Israel. Despite this, Austrian Airlines flights to Tehran have been temporarily suspended, following similar actions by Lufthansa. The German Foreign Ministry has also advised German nationals to leave Iran amid the escalating tensions.
In addition to the travel advice for Iran, the Austrian Foreign Ministry has also updated its travel advice for Israel, citing a “high security risk” in the region. The warning includes specific cautions around the Gaza Strip and areas bordering Lebanon and Syria, where Iranian-backed militias are active.
The Austrian government continues to monitor the situation closely and urges its citizens to prioritize their safety and leave Iran as soon as possible. Despite ongoing efforts by diplomats to deescalate tensions, it is unclear how long this will take or what impact it will have on regional stability.
