The U.S. Embassy in Bahrain on Tuesday ordered American citizens in the country to shelter in place, after the embassy in Egypt issued its own warning to Americans amid threats that Iran and its terror organizations could try to target American universities in the Middle East.
The embassy in Manama ordered all U.S. government employees, along with all other Americans in the country, to shelter in a secure structure and stay away from windows until further notice.
“Iran and its terrorist militias may be planning to target American universities in Bahrain,” the embassy said. “Iran has specifically threatened American universities in the Middle East.”
The embassy gave instructions to the Americans who wanted to leave the Middle East.
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People crowd the Central Market for shopping during the last days of Ramadan in Manama, Bahrain, on March 18, 2026. (Ayman Yaqoob/Anadolu via Getty Images)
“If you wish to leave the Middle East, the U.S. government stands ready to assist you by providing you with the latest information on available departure options,” the report said.
A look at the damage in Manama, Bahrain, after a kamikaze drone attack during Iran’s retaliatory attack on March 1, 2026. (Stringer/Anadolu/via Getty Images)
For those who wish to stay put and seek shelter, the embassy reminded them that food, water, medicine and other essential items were available.
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“We urge all Americans to remain vigilant, follow instructions from local authorities and review measures latest guidelines from the US Embassy or consulate,” the embassy said.
The headquarters of the US 5th Fleet in Manama, Bahrain. (Petty Officer 2nd Class Adelola Tinubu/U.S. Navy Central Command/U.S. 5th Fleet)
Meanwhile, the U.S. Embassy in Cairo advised U.S. citizens to closely monitor the news for regional developments.
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“Egyptian authorities generally provide effective security protection,” the embassy said. “However, extremists and Iranian-affiliated actors have shown interest in planning and carrying out attacks in the region. Iran and its affiliated terrorist militias may plan to target universities in the Middle East. Iran has specifically threatened American universities in the Middle East.”
