"We can't trust the government...leave Iran now," the US issued an emergency advisory for its citizens.

News Topical, Digital Desk : Tensions between the United States and Iran are once again at a peak. Trump has ordered American citizens living in Iran to leave immediately. The US believes unrest in Iran is continuing. Don't rely on the government; make your own evacuation plans.

In fact, tensions have escalated following Trump's threat of a violent crackdown by the Iranian government on protests that began in December 2025. The US Embassy has warned its citizens to plan their own evacuation without waiting for government assistance, as the situation could deteriorate at any time.

Be prepared for internet outages...

The U.S. Embassy has clarified that American citizens living in Iran should be prepared for continued internet outages. Therefore, they should plan for alternative means of communication and, if safe to do so, consider traveling by road from Iran to Armenia or Turkey.

Find a safe place

The US Embassy's advice to its citizens states, "If you cannot evacuate, seek safety in your home or another secure building. Keep food, water, medicine, and other essential supplies. Avoid demonstrations, remain vigilant, and be aware of your surroundings."

Monitor local media for the latest updates. Keep your mobile phone charged and stay in touch with friends to keep them informed about your situation.

Tensions escalate after Trump's threat

The US and Iran have had a deep animosity dating back to the 1979 Islamic Revolution and the Tehran embassy hostage crisis. Tensions have escalated since Trump threatened to retaliate against Iran's violent crackdown on the widespread protests that began in late December 2025.

In view of the growing protests in Iran, Trump has deployed the aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln and other military ships in the Gulf region since January.

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