Washington, June 23 -- The US State Department on Sunday issued a worldwide caution security alert, advising US citizens overseas to exercise increased caution.

"The conflict between Israel and Iran has resulted in disruptions to travel and periodic closure of airspace across the Middle East," said the notice posted on the State Department's website.

"There is the potential for demonstrations against US citizens and interests abroad. The Department of State advises US citizens worldwide to exercise increased caution," it said.

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