Kenya has issued a travel and safety advisory to citizens living in or transiting through the Middle East following an escalation in the region after reported attacks on Iran and subsequent retaliatory strikes.
In a statement dated Sunday, March 1, 2026, the Ministry of Foreign and Diaspora Affairs said the advisory follows attacks by Israeli and US forces on Iran on Saturday morning and retaliatory attacks by Iran on Israel and US bases in some Gulf states.
The ministry urged Kenyans in Iran, Israel, Qatar, the UAE, Bahrain, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Jordan, Iraq and surrounding areas to exercise extreme caution, avoid non-essential movement—especially near military facilities and crowded public spaces—and follow guidance from local security authorities.
Kenyans were also advised to remain alert, monitor official communication from host governments, and be aware of possible flight and airspace disruptions.
The ministry further asked Kenyans who have not registered with their nearest Kenyan mission to do so immediately to enable timely updates and emergency assistance.
Prime Cabinet Secretary and Foreign Affairs CS Musalia Mudavadi said the government is monitoring the situation and remains in contact with Kenya’s diplomatic missions in the region, adding that further updates will be issued through official platforms.
