US tells citizens to leave Iran immediately, warns of travel disruptions

The United States has issued a fresh advisory against travel to Iran, urging American citizens to avoid the country “for any reason” and calling on those already there to leave immediately amid heightened tensions and the threat of further escalation in West Asia.In a security alert, the US Virtual Embassy in Iran said the regional security situation remained complex and cautioned that travellers could face flight cancellations, airspace closures and other disruptions.“Do not travel to Iran for any reason.