State Department

The US State Department has instructed its missions worldwide to demand that host governments deploy police and military forces to protect synagogues, Jewish institutions, and residential areas during the upcoming High Holy Days. The directive also mandates the establishment of emergency alert protocols for observant Jews on Saturdays and holidays.

The US State Department has directed diplomatic missions in the Middle East to prepare plans for long-term operations with reduced staff. This move reflects the ongoing instability in the region and the lack of a resolution to tensions with Iran.

The State Department called on American citizens around the world to exercise increased vigilance against the backdrop of tensions in the Middle East and fears of escalation. Hours later, two American tourists were stabbed near the Acropolis in Athens, but Greek authorities clarified that there is no indication of a link between the incident and terrorism or the warning.

In an official letter obtained by Walla, the State Department clarifies that Ankara will not be able to return to the fighter jet program as long as it does not get rid of the Russian S-400 system. Alongside this, Washington praises Turkey's contribution to the peace plan for Gaza - but emphasizes: concerned about Hamas's funding infrastructure on its territory.