Congressman Stanton and his staff continue to closely monitor the security situation in Israel, Gaza and the region.
Arizonans or their loved ones in need of assistance should contact the Congressman's office here or by calling (602) 956-2463. If you reach out outside of normal office hours, please leave a detailed message and a staff member will be in touch shortly.
The following resources will be updated as more information becomes available.
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To ensure the U.S. Embassy in Israel can contact you in an emergency, U.S. citizens in Israel should enroll their contact information into the U.S. Department of State’s Smart Traveler Enrollment Program.
The State Department remains committed to assisting American citizens, Lawful Permanent Residents and their immediate family members in the following categories:
U.S. citizens;
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Immediate family members of U.S. citizens (including spouses, unmarried children under the age of 21, unmarried siblings under the age of 21, and parents)
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Lawful Permanent Residents with an unexpired green card;
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Spouses and unmarried children (under the age of 21) of Lawful Permanent Residents.
The situation in Gaza remains fluid, and there have been delays and periodic, unexpected closures. The State Department will not stop working to get our citizens, LPRs and their immediate family members out as safely as possible.
To ensure the U.S. Embassy in Israel can contact you in an emergency, U.S. citizens in Israel should enroll their contact information into the U.S. Department of State’s Smart Traveler Enrollment Program.
Information for U.S. Citizens in Israel, the West Bank, and Gaza
U.S. citizens should heed the Travel Advisory for Israel, the West Bank, and Gaza. The U.S. Embassy continues to closely monitor the dynamic security situation in Israel, the West Bank, and Gaza. There are active military operations and active rocket and mortar fire in Gaza and the Gaza periphery. Terrorist groups, lone-actor terrorists and other violent extremists continue plotting possible attacks in Israel, the West Bank, and Gaza. Terrorists and violent extremists may attack with little or no warning, targeting tourist locations, transportation hubs, markets/shopping malls, and local government facilities. Violence can occur in Israel, the West Bank, and Gaza without warning. If you require emergency assistance while in Israel, the West Bank or Gaza, contact the U.S. Embassy in Jerusalem by email (JerusalemACS@state.gov).
Individuals seeking to depart Gaza through the Rafah crossing into Egypt should monitor the Palestinian General Authority for Crossings and Borders’ Facebook Page for a list of those approved to cross. U.S. citizens, Lawful Permanent Residents, or immediate family (as listed below) who desire our assistance and have not already provided their information to the Department of State, please email U.S. Embassy Jerusalem at JerusalemACS@state.gov with a copy of the individual’s travel document as well as an explanation or proof of relationship.
The U.S. government does not control the crossing lists nor determine who is permitted to depart Gaza or enter Egypt. Individuals must assess their own safety and risks in attempting to cross the border. Individuals permitted to enter Egypt will likely receive a 72-hour Egyptian visa; all those who cross should have a plan for onward travel from Egypt in this timeframe. U.S. citizens, LPRs and their immediate family members who successfully enter Egypt and require further consular assistance should contact the U.S. Embassy in Cairo via the U.S. Citizens Services Navigator. Individuals may apply for a U.S. visa at any U.S. Embassy or Consulate; U.S. immigration laws and regulations will apply.
If a name has appeared on a crossing list since November 1, we understand those individuals will be permitted to cross as long as the border remains open for foreign nationals. We urge U.S. citizens, LPRs, and their immediate family members who have appeared on one of these lists to cross as soon as possible – there is no guarantee the border will remain open. We continue to work in partnership with Egypt and Israel towards safe passage for U.S. citizens, LPRs, and their immediate family members.
Immediate family members of U.S. citizens include:
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Spouses;
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Unmarried children under the age of 21,
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Parents of U.S. citizens, and
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Siblings who are unmarried and under 21.
Immediate family members of LPRs include:
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Spouses,
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Unmarried children under 21 years of age.
Information for U.S. Citizens in Lebanon
The Travel Advisory level for Lebanon remains at Level 4, recommending that U.S. citizens do not travel to Lebanon. If you require assistance while in Lebanon, contact the U.S. Embassy in Beirut.