The US Embassy in Jerusalem has directed all of its staff and their family members to shelter in place until further notice.

“As a result of the current security situation, the U.S. Embassy has directed that all U.S. government employees and their family members continue to shelter in place until further notice.

Ben Gurion Airport is currently closed, and there are no commercial or charter flights operating from there. Land crossings to Jordan are currently operating (although they are closed on Saturdays). Please check the status of Ben Gurion Airport and the land crossings here.

Given the security situation, there are currently no plans to evacuate or assist Americans in departing Israel at this time.

This is provided for your information as you make your own security plans. The U.S. Embassy reminds U.S. citizens of the continued need for caution and increased personal security awareness – including knowing the location of the nearest shelter in the event of a red alert as security incidents, including mortar, rocket, and missile fire, and unmanned aircraft system (UAS) intrusions, often take place without any warning. The security environment is complex and can change quickly.

In response to security incidents and without advance notice, the U.S. Embassy may further restrict or prohibit U.S. government employees and their family members from traveling to certain areas of Israel (including the Old City of Jerusalem) and the West Bank”, - reads the statement.