Canada updated its travel advisory in early January, warning citizens to avoid several countries due to political unrest, security risks, and unstable conditions. The advisory strongly warns against travel to Iran because of ongoing nationwide protests, high risks of detention, and weak local law enforcement. "The Iranian authorities have arrested and/or detained individuals, including foreign and dual nationals, to exert political or diplomatic influence on their governments. You should leave Iran if you can do so safely," said the advisory. Many airlines have stopped flights to Iran, though some land border options remain. Venezuela is also on the no-travel list due to a worsening security situation, economic instability, violent crime, and shortages of fuel, medication, and water. The advisory warns, "Avoid all travel to Venezuela." The Central African Republic faces instability with military operations and violence from armed groups, even though the capital Bangui is relatively more stable. South Sudan is flagged for volatile security, armed conflicts, ethnic violence, and violent crime. Citizens are advised to leave South Sudan by commercial means if safe. The advisory states, "If you choose to stay in South Sudan, you do so at your own risk." Yemen, including Socotra island, is on the list because of conflict, terrorism, and kidnapping threats. The public is urged to avoid all travel or leave safely if already present. Additional countries on the do-not-travel list include Syria, Sudan, Russia, Niger, Mali, Libya, Iraq, and others. Those advised to avoid non-essential travel include Nepal, Ethiopia, Nigeria, and Papua New Guinea. India remains marked for high caution due to terrorist threats nationwide. The advisory specifically restricts travel to Jammu and Kashmir, Pakistan border areas in Gujarat, Punjab, and Rajasthan, and advises avoiding non-essential travel to Assam and Manipur. This updated advisory aims to keep Canadian travelers well-informed of risks abroad.