Tehran, Feb. 6 -- The virtual US Embassy in Iran on Friday warned its citizens to 'leave Iran immediately' amid rising tensions.

The advisory said, "Increased security measures, road closures, public transportation disruptions, and internet blockages are ongoing. The Government of Iran continues to restrict access to mobile, landline, and national internet networks. Airlines continue to limit or cancel flights to and from Iran."

It further stated that US citizens should expect continued internet outages, plan alternative means of communication, and, if safe to do so, consider departing Iran by land to Armenia or Turkiye.

"Leave Iran now. Have a plan for departing Iran that does not rely on U.S. government help. Flight cancellations and...