The Foreign Office updated its travel advice for Bahrain today. Brits are now advised against all but essential travel to the Middle Eastern country, which the FCDO said "remains unpredictable" following the US-Iran war.

British nationals currently in the Middle East should be prepared for possible flight cancellations, periodic airspace closures, and potential travel disruptions. The FCDO warned of further attacks, despite Washington and Tehran's memorandum of understanding, and "unforeseen escalation".

It said: "The US and Iran announced a memorandum of understanding (MOU) on 17 June in relation to the conflict in the Middle East, however the situation in the Middle East remains unpredictable.

"Since 8 July there have been strikes and retaliatory attacks by Iran in a number of locations across the region, including Bahrain, against US military and civilian infrastructure. There is a risk of more attacks and unforeseen escalation in the region.

"On 20 July, the US Embassy Manama issued an advisory that Iran may seek to target unspecified locations in central Manama.

"Before the ceasefire, the Iranian regime had stated its intention to target locations associated with the US and Israel, including organisations, businesses, facilities, and institutions."

The FCDO also advised against all but essential travel to Kuwait for the same reasons.

The country has been caught in the crossfire of strikes and retaliatory attacks against US military and civilian infrastructure since July 8.

Those already in Bahrain have been told to follow advice from the local authorities, keep their departure plans under review, and ensure their travel documents are up to date.

The FCDO also urged Brits in the country to stay away from areas around security or military facilities and to monitor local and international media for the latest information, including updates on airports and airspace, which could close at short notice.