The Iranian military issued a statement on March 21, 2026, warning that tourist attractions, resorts, and entertainment centers around the world are 'not safe' for officials from the United States and Israel. The statement was published by the state-controlled Fars news agency.
In the statement, the Iranian Army said it is 'keeping an eye' on the movements of officials from these countries. The warning is widely interpreted as a threat of potential retaliatory actions following recent regional tensions, including a reported Israeli airstrike on Iranian interests in Syria earlier this month.
Security analysts note that such public warnings from Iran are rare and represent a significant escalation in rhetoric. The statement did not specify any particular locations or imminent plots, but urged heightened vigilance. The U.S. State Department and Israeli officials have not issued an immediate public response to the specific warning.
Travel advisories for U.S. and Israeli citizens already caution against visiting many regions due to longstanding security concerns. This new statement broadens the scope of the perceived threat to include global leisure destinations.
