The U.S. State Department has advised American citizens abroad to "exercise caution due to the possibility of attacks or protests against American interests," according to a statement. This comes amid global public outrage over continued U.S. support for Israel in its ongoing war on the Gaza Strip since October 7, amidst a humanitarian disaster in the besieged area. Numerous American universities have witnessed demonstrations in support of Gaza, during which several professors and students were arrested, and U.S. officials have criticized President Joe Biden's administration's policy regarding the war in Gaza.