Security Alert: U.S. Embassy Amman - July 17, 2026Event: Due to high tensions in the Middle East, the security environment remains complex with the potential for unforeseen escalation. We remind Americans in the region of the continued need for caution and encourage them to monitor the news for breaking developments. Americans traveling in or through the region should also check with their air carriers to make sure their flights are still scheduled. Americans should reconsider any travel to Jordan and reconsider travel to/through the Middle East.U.S. Embassy Amman advises all Americans to avoid travel to military bases in Jordan.On March 2, 2026, the Department of State ordered non-emergency U.S. government employees and their family members to leave Jordan due to safety risks.