The US Embassy in Bahrain is warning Americans of an increased risk of armed attacks by the Iran-backed Houthis.

The US Embassy in Bahrain is warning Americans of an increased risk of armed attacks by the Iran-backed Houthis.

The US State Department issued the same warning, calling on Americans in Bahrain to exercise extreme caution amid Iran's efforts to target US officials and government facilities in the region. Possible flight cancellations, airspace closures and travel disruptions are also indicated.