The US Embassy in Jerusalem has issued an urgent security directive advising American citizens in Israel to utilize land routes into Egypt as commercial aviation options remain nearly non-existent. The Taba crossing is currently operational 24 hours a day. Upon entering Egypt, travelers are advised to either fly from regional Sinai airports or continue overland to Cairo, where international flight operations remain stable. In Kuwait City, the US Embassy announced an indefinite suspension of all consular services following reports of regional strikes affecting the mission’s vicinity. The closure displays the high state of alert at US diplomatic posts throughout the Middle East as the military situation evolves.

Source: Egypt Independent March 04, 2026 11:49 UTC