Foreign Office issues new Bahrain and Kuwait travel warning

The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) has advised against all but essential travel to Bahrain and Kuwait.

The warning had previously been lifted for Bahrain on June 18, having been in place since March.

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Brits warned against travel to Bahrain and Kuwait

The FCDO has now revised its guidance for Bahrain and Kuwait due to a “risk of more attacks and unforeseen escalation in the region”.

Since July 8, there have been strikes and retaliatory attacks by Iran in several locations across the region, including Bahrain, against US military and civilian infrastructure, according to the FCDO.

A new threat was noted on July 20, when the US Embassy Manama issued an advisory that Iran may seek to target unspecified locations in central Manama.

Kuwait is also under heightened alert, with flight schedules reduced at Kuwait International Airport.

Terminal 1 remains closed, and flights are operating from Terminals 4 and 5 only.

The FCDO has urged travellers to check details with their airline before travelling and follow local guidance.

British nationals in the Middle East – what to do?

British nationals in the region have been advised to be prepared for possible flight cancellations, periodic airspace closures, and potential travel disruptions.

They are also urged to:

• Sign up for FCDO Travel Advice email alerts
• Follow local authority guidance
• Monitor both local and international media for the latest information, including updates on airports and airspace that could close at short notice.

Travellers should also stay away from areas around military or security facilities.

The FCDO has reminded people to keep departure plans under regular review and ensure travel documents are up to date.

The FCDO said: “If advised to take shelter, stay indoors or find the nearest safe building or designated shelter.

“An interior stairwell or a room with as few external walls or windows as possible may provide additional protection.

“The greatest risk is from falling debris caused by intercepts, and you are safest inside a secure structure.

“Do not approach or touch any drone or missile fragments or unusual objects.”

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