Riyadh, 15 November (H.S.): The US Embassy in Riyadh has advised American citizens residing in the Middle East to exercise heightened caution, warning of an increased risk of armed attacks by Iran-backed Houthi rebels in the region and alleged Iranian attempts to target US government officials.

The embassy cautioned that Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia had previously resulted in civilian casualties, underscoring the potential risks to people in the region.

It further warned that the ongoing hostilities could escalate rapidly and that their repercussions might extend well beyond the immediate area of conflict.

The US mission urged American citizens to closely monitor the security situation, remain vigilant and take appropriate precautions in view of the evolving regional threat.

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Hindusthan Samachar / Jun Sarkar