Namdar highlights safety of Americans as top priority, provides security updates

2026-03-02 - 07:47

Mora Namdar, Assistant Secretary of State for Consular Affairs, emphasized that the administration of Donald Trump places the highest priority on the safety and security of Americans worldwide. In a statement issued as of March 1, 4 p.m. EST, she provided a brief summary of the latest security guidance for Americans in the Middle East, urging citizens to stay informed through official updates at travel.state.gov/destination and to enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) at step.state.gov to receive real-time alerts. Americans requiring consular assistance are reminded that help is available 24/7 by phone at +1-202-501-4444 (from abroad) and +1-888-407-4747 (from the U.S. and Canada).