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US embassies warn citizens to leave Middle East amid Iran conflict

U.S. embassies across the Middle East have issued a joint warning to American citizens, urging them to consider departing the region due to the risk of unforeseen escalation in the ongoing conflict. The alert, disseminated by embassies in countries including the UAE, Qatar, Israel, and Bahrain, follows President Donald Trump's threat to strike Iran forcefully. This advisory highlights the potential for heightened tensions and advises citizens to be prepared to leave, check travel arrangements, and adhere to local safety guidelines. AI

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US embassies warn citizens to leave Middle East amid Iran conflict

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Agence France-Presse ·

    US embassies urge citizens to consider departing Middle East

    US embassies in capitals across the Middle East on Saturday warned American citizens to beware of an “unforeseen escalation” in the regional conflict and urged them to be ready to leave. The warning, posted online by US embassies in Bahrain, Iraq, Israel, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon,…