Jerusalem, Feb. 27 -- The United States Department of State has authorised the departure of non-emergency government personnel and their family members from its mission in Israel, citing growing security risks and heightened regional tensions.

In an updated travel advisory issued on Friday, February 27, the US Embassy in Jerusalem said the move was taken in response to the deteriorating security environment. The embassy also warned that further restrictions could be imposed on staff movements without prior notice.

The embassy added that employees and their families may be barred from travelling to certain areas of Israel, the Old City of Jerusalem and the West Bank depending on security developments.

It also advised American citizens t...