The Foreign Office has issued a “no-go zone” warning for travellers to Greece, Turkey, and Cyprus.
The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) has updated its advice.
The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) has told UK citizens not to travel to some tourist destinations in the eastern Mediterranean as the summer holidays approach.
The FCDO has updated the “no-go” zones in Turkey, Cyprus and Greece as Britons prepare for their summer trips.
Greece, Türkiye and the surrounding country of Cyprus have also been embroiled in conflict after the US and Israel launched joint attacks on Iran a month ago. Iran responded with attacks across the region, plunging the Middle East into conflict.
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Turkish tourism officials have stressed that the country is safe for travel (Image: GettyImages)
no-go zone in Türkiye
Türkiye-Syria border
The FCDO advised against any travel within 10 km of the Türkiye-Syria border. “Fighting continues in areas near the Turkish border in Syria and the threat of terrorism in the region has increased,” the FCDO said.
The conflict could lead to the closure of roads in Hatay province, according to the warning.
Hakkari Province, south-east Türkiye
“In Hakkari Province, you must obtain permission from the local governor’s office to visit areas near the border with Iraq and Iran,” the FCDO said. It warns that if you are going with a travel agent or tour group, you should confirm with them whether you need an individual permit.
Mount Ararat, Eastern Türkiye
Mount Ararat is a special military zone and you must obtain permission from the Dogubayazit government office and pay a fee. “If you are going with a travel agent or tour group, confirm with them whether you need an individual permit or not,” the FDCO said.
FCDO warns that ‘terrorist attacks cannot be ruled out in Cyprus’ (Image: Getty Images)
No-go zone in Cyprus
“Terrorist attacks in Cyprus cannot be ruled out,” the FCDO said.
At the beginning of the Middle East conflict, RAF Akrotiri was the target of suspected drone impacts on the island country.
British nationals in the sovereign base areas should follow the instructions provided by the Sovereign Base Area Administration on the British Base Cyprus Facebook page. British nationals in the Republic of Cyprus should follow any instructions from local authorities in Cyprus,” the FCDO said.
It also said regional tensions pose significant security risks and lead to travel disruptions.
No-go zone in Greece
On 28 February, FCDO updated its information on Greece, removing details about mass demonstrations and widespread disruption of public services.
