Israel Matzav

US Embasy in Tel Aviv cuts to minimal staffing

As a result of the July 8 rocket attacks on Tel Aviv and the potential for further attacks, U.S. Embassy Tel Aviv will operate at minimal staffing until further notice. Chief of Mission personnel will not be allowed to travel south of Tel Aviv without prior approval. Embassy families living in Tel Aviv are being advised to remain at home and in close contact with one another.

The Embassy continues to closely monitor the security situation and advises U.S. citizens to visit the website of the Government of Israel's Home Front Command for further emergency preparedness guidance.

Recent events underscore the importance of situational awareness. We remind you to be aware of your surroundings at all times, to monitor the media, and to follow directions of emergency responders.

Labels: Barack Hussein Obama, Gaza, Hamas rockets, Operation Protective Edge, US embassy in Tel Aviv, US State Department

posted by Carl in Jerusalem @ 1:01 AM