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UK Issues Travel Advice for Middle East Including Cyprus Amid Regional Tensions

Published January 16, 2026, 08:35

The British Foreign Office has issued travel advice for at least 18 countries in the Middle East, including Cyprus, citing an “increased risk of regional tensions” due to the ongoing crisis and violence within Iran. The advice urges British travellers to take necessary precautions when travelling to countries including the United Arab Emirates, Cyprus, Egypt, Turkey, Oman, Jordan, and Qatar. The Foreign Office emphasizes that the escalation of tensions “could lead to travel disruptions and other unforeseen consequences”. The announcement comes amid a period of heightened geopolitical instability in the region, with potential implications for traveller safety and the conduct of daily activities.