U.S. Citizens in Israel
Rep. Larson condemns Hamas’ heinous and indiscriminate terrorist attacks on Israel in the strongest possible terms and extends his heartfelt condolences to those who have been killed and wounded. He joined more than 400 of his colleagues in the House to introduce and pass a bipartisan resolution reaffirming the United States’ commitment to Israel and calling on Hamas to cease their violent attacks and safely release all hostages.
If you have any questions, or if our office can assist you in any way, please reach out at (860) 278-8888.
The State Department has issued a Travel Advisory for Americans not to travel to Gaza and to reconsider travel to Israel and the West Bank due to terrorism and civil unrest.
To monitor the latest updates from the U.S. Embassy in Israel, click here.
U.S. citizens seeking to be in touch with the Embassy can fill out a Crisis Intake Form or call 1-833-890-9595 or 1-606-641-0131.
If you are a U.S. citizen still in Israel, you should enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) so the State Department can directly communicate with you.
Charter Flights
Starting Friday, October 13, the U.S. government will arrange charter flights to assist U.S. citizens and their immediate family members who have been unable to book commercial transit and seek a safe means of departing Israel. If you are in need of a flight, please fill out a Crisis Intake Form so the State Department can contact you.
There will be a flight from Ben Gurion International Airport on Tuesday, October 31. Tuesday, October 31 is the last planned U.S. chartered flight out of Ben Gurion. Please go to Ben Gurion International Airport, Terminal 3 if you wish to depart Israel. U.S. Embassy personnel will be present to direct you and provide specific flight information.
Citizens in Lebanon and Iraq
The State Department recommends that U.S. citizens in Lebanon leave now, while commercial flights remain available, due to the unpredictable security situation. Please see available flight options at Beirut–Rafic Hariri International Airport.
U.S. citizens in Iraq should monitor local media for updates and to avoid protests and large gatherings and be aware of the potential for demonstrations and protests related to the ongoing events in Gaza to spread rapidly throughout Iraq.
The U.S. government has authorized the departure of family members of U.S. government personnel and some non-emergency personnel on a case-by-case basis from Mission Israel and Lebanon. The Department ordered the departure of eligible family members and non-emergency U.S. government personnel from U.S. Embassy Baghdad and U.S. Consulate General Erbil due to increased security threats against U.S. personnel and interests.