The Austrian Ministry of Foreign Affairs urged Austrian travelers to reconsider journeys to Iran, a warning carried by TASS through the country’s diplomatic department. In a clear statement, officials warned that the current tension in the region could push danger levels higher over the next several days, prompting travelers to reassess plans and stay alert.
In response to the evolving risk landscape, Austrian Airlines suspended its scheduled services to Tehran through April 18, a measure taken to prioritize passenger safety while authorities monitor the situation.
Earlier, German authorities advised their citizens to depart from Iran as a precaution amid rising regional tensions. The French Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued a similar advisory, urging French nationals to avoid travel to Iran, Israel, and Lebanon given the potential for escalation in the Middle East.
Meanwhile, a day prior to Italian media reporting, Italy’s Foreign Ministry recommended that travelers exercise extreme caution, particularly for domestic trips, stay informed, and strictly follow the guidance issued by local authorities. The emphasis was on avoiding nonessential travel until the risk factors clearer.
On 10 April, the Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs signaled its intent to respond if an Iranian attack materializes, underscoring the seriousness with which Israeli security planners are treating the possibility of escalation.
Earlier remarks attributed to Medvedev referred to the prospect of a prolonged conflict in the Middle East, suggesting that some observers see the tensions potentially extending well beyond a single flare-up into a broader, long-running confrontation. (Source attribution: government briefings and official statements)