A screenshot of the U.S. State Department’s travel advisory map on March 26.

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The U.S. State Department has been continuing to update its travel advisories for locations worldwide, with a number of Middle Eastern countries having increased security warnings and the some of the most dangerous advisories amid the Iran war.

These act as important tools for Americans to better plan their international travel, not only helping them choose safer destinations, but also making it clear which parts of different destinations pose risks, and how best to protect yourself.

Newsweek has drawn up lists of countries under the highest level advisories and what each indicates going into April.

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Why It Matters

Since the U.S. and Israel launched coordinated strikes on Iranian military and strategic sites on February 28, travel updates have warned of the risks associated with visiting the Middle East.

Countries like Saudi Arabia, Oman, Kuwait and Bahrain have all seen their advisories go up from a Level 2 to a Level 3, reflecting the increased risks associated with visiting the destinations amid ongoing tensions.

Americans in various countries in the region have also been receiving security alerts, as U.S. embassies have warned about the increased risks of terror attacks at "places or areas where American citizens are known to congregate."

A screenshot of the U.S. State Department's travel advisory map on March 26.

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Level 4 Advisories

For all destinations under a Level 4 advisory, the highest issued, Americans are advised to not travel to those locations at all, as the risks to their personal safety are particularly high.

Countries where there is ongoing conflict in addition to other risks are often given a Level 4 advisory, although the specific risks associated with a destination are noted in the information on the State Department's website.

The destinations under this advisory going into April include the following:

Level 3 Advisories

For all destinations under a Level 3 advisory, Americans are advised to "reconsider travel," stemming from concerns such as a heightened risk of crime, kidnapping, terrorism or issues with health services.

The destinations under this advisory going into April include the following:

Level 2 Advisories

For all destinations under a Level 2 advisory, Americans are advised to "exercise increased caution."

The destinations under this advisory going into April include the following:

Level 1 Advisories

For all destinations under a Level 1 advisory, Americans are advised to "exercise normal precautions." It is the lowest advisory level for safety and security risk.

The destinations under this advisory going into April include the following:

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