Israel closes embassies and consulates worldwide until further notice

(Patria) - Israel is closing embassies around the world and calling on its citizens to exercise caution, advising them not to display Israeli or Jewish symbols in public places, according to a statement published on the official embassy websites.

Following the Israeli attack on Iran, the embassies announced they would not provide consular services and called on their citizens to cooperate with local security services in the event of threats. It was not stated until when their operations would be suspended, Reuters reports.

"In light of recent events, Israeli missions around the world will be closed, and consular services will not be provided," the statement published on the websites of Israeli embassies in countries such as the US, France, Great Britain, Germany, and Ukraine said.

Embassies are calling on Israelis abroad to fill out a form with information about their current location and status, according to a post on the embassy website in the US.

They also advise them to avoid displaying Jewish or Israeli symbols in public places and to refrain from posting information about their location or travel plans on social media.

Embassies also warn Israeli citizens to avoid large gatherings and events related to Israel or Jewish communities, and to be especially cautious in public places.