The UK Foreign Office has issued a strong advisory for British citizens, urging them to seek shelter and avoid traveling following a coordinated attack by Israel and the US on multiple cities in Iran.

In response to the strikes in Iran, the Foreign Office has updated its travel guidance, recommending against all travel to Israel, Palestine, and other Middle Eastern countries due to the escalating regional tensions. The US and Israel initiated joint military action in Iran on February 28, 2026, resulting in the closure of Israeli airspace.

British nationals in the Middle East are advised to take necessary precautions as Iran retaliated with missile strikes in the Gulf region. Iran has targeted Israel, Qatar, and other locations in the Middle East, prompting the UK Government to advise Brits to seek shelter immediately.

Explosions have been reported in the UAE, Bahrain, and Kuwait, with Iran launching missiles towards Israel. Iran’s security council has promised a forceful response to the military operation, emphasizing that Iran will not yield to what they perceive as unjust actions by the enemy.

The safety of UK nationals in the Middle East remains a priority for the UK Government, which reiterated its commitment to preventing Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons through diplomatic means. The government also highlighted its defensive capabilities in the region and readiness to safeguard its interests without escalating tensions further.

In light of the attacks on Iran, several airlines, including WizzAir, Qatar Airways, and Virgin Atlantic, have suspended flights to and from Middle Eastern destinations. Virgin Atlantic canceled its Heathrow to Dubai service, while WizzAir halted flights to Israel, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Amman. Qatar Airways suspended flights to Doha due to airspace closures.

The travel disruptions and heightened security measures come in the wake of the recent military actions in the region, underscoring the volatile situation in the Middle East.