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The U.S. Embassy in Bahrain has issued a warning for American citizens to remain indoors on Tuesday. This advisory comes as the embassy in Egypt also cautions Americans about potential threats from Iran and its affiliated terror groups, which may be targeting American universities throughout the Middle East.
In Manama, the embassy instructed all U.S. government employees and American citizens to find a secure location and avoid windows until further instructions are provided.
“There is a possibility that Iran and its associated terrorist militias are planning to attack American universities in Bahrain,” stated the embassy. “Iran has issued specific threats against American educational institutions across the Middle East.”
The embassy has also shared guidelines for Americans considering leaving the Middle East.
In Manama, Bahrain, people were seen gathering at the Central Market for shopping during the concluding days of Ramadan on March 18, 2026. (Photo by Ayman Yaqoob/Anadolu via Getty Images)
“If you want to leave the Middle East, the U.S. government is ready to assist by providing you the latest information about the departure options available,” it said.
A view of damage in Manama, Bahrain, after a kamikaze drone strike during Iran’s retaliatory attack on March 1, 2026. (Stringer/Anadolu/via Getty Images)
For those who wish to remain and shelter in place, the embassy reminded them to have a supply of food, water, medications and other essential items.
“We urge all Americans to remain vigilant, follow local authorities’ instructions, and review the latest guidance from the U.S. Embassy or Consulate,” the embassy said.
The headquarters of the U.S. 5th Fleet in Manama, Bahrain. (Petty Officer 2nd Class Adelola Tinubu/U.S. Naval Forces Central Command/U.S. 5th Fleet )
Meanwhile, the U.S. Embassy in Cairo advised U.S. citizens to closely monitor the news for regional developments.
“Egyptian authorities generally offer effective security protection,” the embassy said. “However, extremists and Iranian-aligned actors have expressed interest in planning and carrying out attacks in the region. Iran and its aligned terrorist militias may intend to target universities in the Middle East. Iran has specifically threatened American universities across the Middle East.”
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