(ReclaimingAmerica.net) – In a strong warning, the U.S. Department of State is urgently calling for Americans to leave Syria as the security risks intensify.
With the volatile situation worsening, the embassy in Syria’s capital warns of restricted mobility and limited resources, serving as a grave reminder of regional insecurity.
The stakes are high for those who choose to stay.
The U.S. Embassy in Damascus has issued a stern advisory for American citizens to evacuate Syria due to the increasing instability and ongoing conflict.
The embassy has been closed since 2012, rendering it incapable of providing routine or emergency consular services.
This leaves Americans in a precarious situation, emphasizing the urgency to exit the turbulent region.
The security environment in Syria has been described as both volatile and unpredictable, with clashes between various armed groups becoming more commonplace.
The embassy has stressed the need for American citizens to leave the country while commercial transportation options in Damascus are still available.
The threat of terrorism, civil unrest, kidnapping, and armed conflict is high, and staying behind could have dire consequences, The Hill reports.
Aleppo International Airport is closed, and major cities like Idlib, Hama, Manbij, and Daraa are already under rebel control.
Syrian opposition forces, with backing from Turkey, have launched an aggressive campaign to overthrow President Bashar Al-Assad.
“The security situation in Syria continues to be volatile and unpredictable with active clashes between armed groups throughout the country,” stated the U.S. Embassy in Syria.
The chaos has led Syrian President Bashar Assad to flee to Russia, where he’s been granted political asylum.
Meanwhile, celebrations erupted in Damascus after rebels seized control, with crowds gathering at Umayyad Square, signifying a potential shift in power.
The U.S. Department of State has been very clear in its advisory against traveling to Syria.
The risks are far too great, and American citizens residing in Syria should heed the warning while they can.
As the situation develops, staying informed and maintaining a reliable means of communication is crucial for those in crisis.
“The Department of State urges U.S. citizens to depart Syria now while commercial options remain available in Damascus,” states the U.S. Embassy in Syria.
This call to action from the U.S. Embassy is not made lightly. With insurgents gaining ground and Assad’s fallback to Russian support, the region is fraught with uncertainty.
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