The Israeli military revealed that US refueling aircraft landed at its bases for logistical and operational reasons.

Earlier, the US Embassy in Israel had issued a travel warning for Israel and the region due to heightened tensions in the Middle East.

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It added in a statement that due to the heightened tensions in the Middle East, the security environment remains complex and carries the potential for unexpected escalation.