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State Department urges Americans across Mideast to depart as strikes continue

March 3, 2026

The U. S. State Department has urged Americans in the Middle East to leave immediately due to ongoing airstrikes and heightened tensions following strikes on Iran. With many airports closed, the situation has led to the temporary closure of the U. S.

State Department urges Americans across Mideast to depart as strikes continue

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State Department advises Americans to depart the Middle East as soon as possible.
Airstrikes by the U. S. and Israel on Iran have disrupted embassy operations.
U. S. embassy in Bahrain is currently closed.
Americans in Kuwait have been instructed to stay indoors.
Diplomatic staff in Jordan was temporarily evacuated due to threats.

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State Department urges Americans across Mideast to depart as strikes continue

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State Department urges Americans across Mideast to depart as strikes continue

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