UK Foreign Office issues Middle East travel warning amid US-Iran tensions
NewsTravelThe UK Foreign Office has issued a Middle East travel advisory urging UK nationals to avoid all but essential travel to Bahrain and KuwaitKirstie McCrumDeputy Head of News, Live News NetworkandTom. . .
NewsTravelThe UK Foreign Office has issued a Middle East travel advisory urging UK nationals to avoid all but essential travel to Bahrain and KuwaitKirstie McCrumDeputy Head of News, Live News NetworkandTom Sanders12:41, 23 Jul 2026Updated 12:43, 23 Jul 2026British nationals have been warned against travelling to Bahrain and Kuwait unless it is absolutely necessary. The Foreign Office stated that the region "remains unpredictable" amid the continuing US-Iranconflict. The FCDO issued the updated guidance this morning, urging UK nationals currently in the Middle East to brace themselves for flight cancellations,traveldisruption and frequent airspace closures due to the "unforeseen escalation" between Washington and Tehran,according to the Mirror. A statement read: "The US and Iran announced a memorandum of understanding (MOU) on 17 June in relation to the conflict in the Middle East, however the situation in the Middle East remains unpredictable. "Since 8 July there have been strikes and retaliatory attacks by Iran in a number of locations across the region, including Bahrain, against US military and civilian infrastructure. There is a risk of more attacks and unforeseen escalation in the region. "On 20 July, the US Embassy Manama issued an advisory that Iran may seek to target unspecified locations in central Manama. ""Before the ceasefire, the Iranian regime had stated its intention to target locations associated with the US andIsrael, including organisations, businesses, facilities, and institutions. "Those in Kuwait have received comparable advice. Both countries have been caught up in the escalating friction between the US and Iran over recent months. Article continues belowBahrain has repeatedly been targeted by Iranian missile strikes due to the presence of American military bases on its soil, while Kuwait's airport has come under drone attack on a number of occasions since the conflict broke out. Ensure our latest news headlines always appear at the top of your Google search by making us a preferred source. Click here to activateor add us as a preferred source. Choose Liverpool Echo as a 'Preferred Source' on Google News for quick access to the news you value. TravelMiddle East war