The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and External Trade has welcomed a temporary ceasefire between Iran and the United States, but warns the situation in the Middle East remains volatile and unpredictable.
In a statement, the Ministry described the two-week ceasefire as a positive development, offering a brief window for de-escalation. However, it cautioned that tensions remain high and could change rapidly.
As a result, Fiji has issued strict travel advisories, placing several countries including the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Bahrain, Iran, Israel, Iraq, Syria, Lebanon, Yemen and Kuwait under a Level 4 warning, advising Fijians to avoid all travel, including transit.
Jordan, Oman and Saudi Arabia fall under a Level 3 advisory, where non-essential travel is discouraged, while lower-level advisories urge heightened caution in other areas.
The Ministry also warned that instability in the region could disrupt global travel, with potential impacts on international flights and transit routes.
Fijians currently in affected areas are being encouraged to consider leaving if it is safe to do so, while those who remain are urged to follow local authorities and avoid high-risk locations.
Families in Fiji have also been encouraged to maintain close communication with loved ones overseas as the situation continues to evolve.
While the ceasefire offers a temporary reprieve, authorities stress that vigilance remains critical as developments unfold.
