WASHINGTON/MUSCAT, Feb. 6 -- The United States (US) government on Friday issued an urgent travel advisory for its citizens in Iran, citing heightened security risks, road closures, public transport disruptions, and ongoing internet outages across the country.

The advisory, issued by the US Virtual Embassy in Iran, urged Americans to plan an exit strategy independent of government assistance. Citizens unable to leave were advised to remain in secure locations, maintain supplies of food, water, and medications, and monitor local media for updates.

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