The US Virtual Embassy has warned American citizens in Iran to take immediate action to leave the country. This warning comes in light of widespread protests that have turned violent, as well as disruptions to communications and the internet. The embassy has advised citizens to expect ongoing internet outages, to plan for alternative communication methods, and to consider leaving Iran via land routes to Armenia or Turkey if it is safe to do so. Additionally, American citizens have been advised on how to act in the current situation, to keep their families informed of their status, and to attempt to exit through land borders. On Monday, similar warnings were issued by several European countries, and reports indicate that France has evacuated non-essential staff from its embassy in Tehran.