NewsWorld newsForeign OfficeBrits have been urged to avoid travelling to these two countries following "unforeseen escalation" in the region11:25, 23 Jul 2026The Foreign Office has advised Brits to avoid travelling to Bahrain and Kuwait unless absolutely necessary as the region "remains unpredictable" due to the US-Iran war.‌In updated travel advice issued this morning, the FCDO warned that British nationals currently in the Middle East should be prepared for flight cancellations, travel disruption and regular airspace closures due to the "unforeseen escalation" between Washington and Tehran.‌A statement read: "The US and Iran announced a memorandum of understanding (MOU) on 17 June in relation to the conflict in the Middle East, however the situation in the Middle East remains unpredictable.‌"Since 8 July there have been strikes and retaliatory attacks by Iran in a number of locations across the region, including Bahrain, against US military and civilian infrastructure. There is a risk of more attacks and unforeseen escalation in the region.‌"On 20 July, the US Embassy Manama issued an advisory that Iran may seek to target unspecified locations in central Manama."Before the ceasefire, the Iranian regime had stated its intention to target locations associated with the US and Israel, including organisations, businesses, facilities, and institutions."Article continues belowSimilar advice was given to British nationals in Kuwait.Both countries have found themselves caught in the crossfire between the US and Iran in recent months.Throughout the conflict, Bahrain has found itself either targeted by Iranian missiles due to the US military bases located in the country, while Kuwait has had its airport targeted by drones on several occasions since the start of the conflict.Choose Daily Mirror as a 'Preferred Source' on Google News for quick access to the news you value.‌Middle EastForeign OfficeIran