Several United States embassies across the Middle East on Saturday urged American citizens to remain vigilant and prepare for possible flight disruptions as tensions between Washington and Tehran continue to escalate.

The U.S. embassies in Iraq, Jordan and the United Arab Emirates advised Americans to consider leaving the region immediately or be ready to depart if the security situation deteriorates further.

A senior Gulf government official and a foreign diplomat based in the region told MS NOW that countries across the Gulf are on “high alert” amid expectations of increased military activity in the coming days.

The officials, who spoke on condition of anonymity due to the sensitivity of the situation, warned that the region could experience significant disruptions.

According to one of the officials, Gulf states have been briefed on the possibility of joint U.S.-Israeli strikes targeting Iran’s energy infrastructure. Diplomats said Iran is expected to retaliate by attacking energy facilities in Gulf countries if such strikes are carried out.

The security warnings followed reports that a tanker near Oman was struck overnight, while another vessel reported witnessing an explosion nearby. Iran has also warned that any U.S. military blockade of the Strait of Hormuz would prompt the closure of key maritime shipping routes.

Meanwhile, Kuwait said its air defence systems intercepted hostile Iranian drones.

The latest developments come amid reports by U.S. media that President Donald Trump is considering launching another round of strikes against Iran as early as this weekend, as prospects for a negotiated settlement to the conflict that began on February 28 continue to fade and global energy prices rise.