Summary
The U.S. embassy in Israel has informed its non-emergency staff they can leave the country due to heightened tensions regarding potential conflict with Iran. This follows similar actions by the U.S. and other countries amid concerns over Iran's nuclear program and military threats. Talks between the U.S. and Iran have reportedly made progress, but military action by the U.S. is still being considered.
Key Facts
- The U.S. embassy in Israel has told non-emergency staff they can leave the country due to potential conflict risks.
- This notice comes after U.S. efforts to prevent war with Iran through discussions over its nuclear activities.
- Ambassador Mike Huckabee advised another option to staff but emphasized there was no immediate need to panic.
- Earlier, the U.S. ordered non-essential embassy staff to leave Beirut, Lebanon.
- Countries like China, India, and Canada advised their citizens to leave Iran over concerns of hostilities.
- President Donald Trump has warned of military action if Iran doesn't negotiate a deal on its nuclear program.
- The U.S. has conducted its largest military build-up in the Middle East since the 2003 Iraq invasion.
- Talks in Geneva between the U.S. and Iran showed some progress, with further negotiations planned.
