Posted on 02/28/26
| News Source: Chaim V'Chessed
Jerusalem, Israel - Feb. 28, 2026 - Israel has once again entered an emergency situation amid the escalating Iran crisis. As of this morning, the country is officially in a state of emergency.
Chaim V’Chessed offices remain open to serve the community at this challenging time. However, across the country, significant restrictions are now in place:
This airspace closure has left many people stranded. Chaim V’Chessed has been contacted by countless individuals seeking assistance in leaving the country – including tourists, students, and others with urgent travel needs.
At this moment, the only potential ways to exit Israel are:
Taba Border Crossing
Travel south to the Taba crossing near Eilat, enter Egypt by land, and then attempt to fly out from Egyptian airports. This route involves significant logistical challenges and uncertainty.
Traveling by private boat to Cyprus – an arduous and highly complicated option that is not simple to arrange.
It is important to note that Jordan has closed its airspace, making travel through Jordan currently not viable.
Chaim V’Chessed is in close contact with the U.S. Embassy in Jerusalem, which is actively exploring possible options to assist U.S. citizens. At this time, however, there are no concrete evacuation arrangements in place.
In parallel, together with our various partners, we are collecting information from foreign nationals who are seeking to leave the country. This information will remain confidential but may be used to contact you if relevant and viable travel options become available.
If you are a foreign national currently in Israel and wish to be contacted should options emerge, please click this link to submit your information.