War in the Middle East is expanding after the United States and Israel attacked Iran on Saturday, and Tehran retaliated with strikes against several of its neighbors, including US-allied Gulf states.

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As the conflict quickly escalates, here's what travellers in the Middle East and those considering a trip there need to know.