Travel Warnings for Israel, Gaza and the West Bank

Travel Warnings for Israel, Gaza and the West Bank

In response, the U.S. State Department reinforced its travel warnings about traveling to Israel, the West Bank, and Gaza on Oct. 9, noting: “The situation in Israel remains dynamic; mortar and rocket fire may take place without warning. Individuals should follow the instructions of security and emergency response officials.”

Even prior to the October attacks, Americans were warned not to travel to Gaza and cautioned about the extensive dangers facing visitors to Israel.

“Terrorist groups, lone-wolf terrorists and other violent extremists continue plotting possible attacks in Israel and the West Bank and Gaza,” according to the State Department’s advisory last updated Oct. 3. “Terrorists and violent extremists may attack with little or no warning, targeting tourist locations, transportation hubs, markets/shopping malls, and local government facilities. Violence can occur in Israel and the West Bank and Gaza without warning. There has been a marked increase in demonstrations throughout Israel, some with little or no warning.”