Drastic travel warning from the United States: Danger in Israel increases drastically!

Drastic travel warning from the United States: Danger in Israel increases drastically!

Israel - The security situation in Israel has worsened considerably, which has led to a travel warning from the United States. The Foreign Ministry in Washington explained on June 16, 2025 that travelers are urgently advised against travel to Israel. The background to this measure is the military disputes between Israel and Iran that destabilize the region. In the past few days there have been attacks that faithfully and led to deaths in Israel. The US State Department emphasizes that travelers have to be warned of "armed conflicts, terrorism and civilian unrest", which is why the recommendation is: "Do not travel to Israel" Oe24 .

In this context, the German Federal Foreign Office has also updated its travel instructions for Israel and the Palestinian areas. German citizens who are in the Gaza Strip or in the West Bank are asked to leave. The security situation in Israel is described as "extremely tense", while the population is instructed to visit closed rooms and to stay near protection. It should be noted that Israel is in formal state of war and carries out military strikes against Iranian nuclear systems reports the external office .

escalation of violence

The situation in the region is further complicated by the activities of the Huthi militia in the Red Sea. It carries out attacks that additionally destabilize the security situation. The Israeli military operations in the Gaza Strip have been intensified again since March 2025. There are also rocket attacks from the Gaza Strip and from the Huthi militia. Despite a largely observed ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon, the risk of rocket attacks remains high reports Tagesschau .

In Jerusalem, the security situation remains critical, and the risk of terrorist attacks is particularly moderate in urban areas such as Tel Aviv. The Germans also warn of an increase in violent events in the West Bank, where many fatalities and injuries were registered. "Flying" checkpoints and reinforced controls shape the picture on the streets. Travelers should adapt to these new regulations extraordinary measures were introduced.

The Federal Foreign Office advises all travelers to pursue the situation carefully and to follow instructions from the local security authorities. It is also recommended to register in the crisis priority list and observe the information from Israeli civil protection. Lingering in closed rooms, especially when using alarm and siren signals, is of the greatest importance. In addition, overland journeys in the West Bank should be avoided as far as possible, especially on important streets emphasized .

Currently, the exit options are also severely restricted. Air traffic is still largely discontinued and the border crossing Rafah to Egypt remains closed. This makes consular help for Germans considerably more difficult. The German authorities therefore call up to store current contact details and contact the German Representation Office in Ramallah .