Washington: The United States has issued a fresh advisory urging its citizens to leave Iran immediately, citing growing security risks ahead of renewed nuclear-related discussions between Washington and Tehran scheduled to take place in Oman.
In a notice published by the U.S. Virtual Embassy in Iran, American nationals were warned of heightened instability marked by roadblocks, interruptions to public transport, widespread internet outages and ongoing flight cancellations. The advisory said these conditions could worsen with little notice, complicating travel and communication.
“U.S. citizens should expect continued internet disruptions and should prepare alternate ways to stay in contact,” the embassy said, adding that those who believe it is safe to do so should consider exiting Iran overland through neighbouring Armenia or Türkiye.
The advisory outlined several precautionary steps, including making independent plans to leave the country without relying on U.S. government assistance, closely monitoring airline updates due to possible last-minute cancellations, and securing essential supplies if departure is not immediately possible. Americans still in Iran were also advised to stay indoors where feasible, avoid public gatherings, keep a low profile and remain alert to developments through local media.
The embassy stressed that it cannot guarantee the safety of those attempting to leave and urged citizens to carefully assess risks before travelling.
The warning comes as Iran and the United States prepare to resume talks in Muscat, focusing in part on Tehran’s nuclear programme. The discussions mark a return to Oman, which has previously acted as a mediator, after earlier diplomatic efforts stalled following Israel’s brief but intense conflict with Iran in June.
Iranian state media reported that Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian’s successor, Abbas Araghchi, arrived in Muscat ahead of the talks. Iran’s foreign ministry said the country remained committed to diplomacy and was prepared to engage seriously in negotiations aimed at preserving regional stability.
The diplomatic push follows weeks of internal unrest in Iran, where widespread protests against the clerical establishment were met with a harsh response, according to human rights groups.
Speaking on Thursday, US President Donald Trump acknowledged the talks but struck a warning note, saying Iran was seeking negotiations to avoid further escalation. He also referenced the deployment of US naval assets in the region, describing them as a powerful deterrent.
As talks resume amid heightened tensions, the US advisory underscores growing concern over the security situation on the ground and the uncertain path ahead for diplomacy.
