Kingston, Jamaica — 1 March 2026
Caribbean Community (Caricom) governments have issued statements reacting to the escalation of hostilities involving the United States, Israel and Iran, as military strikes and missile exchanges intensify in the Middle East. Jamaica’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade has advised nationals to avoid travel to the region and urged those present there to exercise caution.
While the conflict is geographically distant, its implications extend beyond diplomacy. For small island states such as Jamaica, global instability can influence economic stability, energy prices, investment flows and, ultimately, the housing and development landscape.
Regional Reactions Reflect Diplomatic Caution
Governments across the Caribbean have adopted varying tones in their responses.
Antigua and Barbuda called for restraint and renewed diplomatic engagement, emphasising respect for international law and sovereignty. Guyana condemned attacks on Gulf states and expressed so…
