Secretary Rubio encouraged registration with STEP and the use of the online crisis form or phone number for departure assistance.
Secretary of State Marco Rubio made an announcement regarding U.S. citizens who desire to return home from the Middle East.
The State Department launched an online crisis intake form for Americans in the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and Israel who desire to return to the U.S. Departure assistance information about available aviation and ground transportation options is available to U.S. citizens through the MyTravel form available on the State Department website. A phone number is also available for Americans who wish to leave other Middle Eastern nations to contact for assistance.
Secretary Rubio encouraged Americans who are abroad to register on the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive alerts and updates from the nearest U.S. embassy.
As the Lord Leads, Pray with Us…
- For Secretary Rubio as he seeks to coordinate the task force assisting Americans in the Middle East with departure assistance.
- For U.S. diplomatic officials as they respond to requests from U.S. citizens for transportation information.
- For the safety of Americans as they seek to leave the region during continuing military operations.
Sources: Department of State, The White House
