On 28 February 2026, Israel and the United States launched attacks on Iran. Iran has responded with strikes against Israel and other countries in the region. The situation in the countries surrounding the Persian Gulf remains highly unpredictable, and Swedish citizens in the area are advised to follow information provided by the Swedish Embassy.
Important public announcement ("Viktigt meddelande till allmänheten" or "VMA") is the system used to alert the Swedish public in case of accidents, serious events, or disruptions of important services.
