U.S. authorizes non-essential personnel to leave Israelnon-essential personnel to leave Israel amid Iran tensions
The U.S. State Department authorized non-emergency government personnel and their families to depart Israel due to safety risks from heightened tensions with Iran. The U.S. Embassy in Jerusalem urged staff to book flights immediately while commercial options remain available, amid reports of a possible U.S. strike on Iran and potential retaliation. This move follows recent U.S.-Iran talks in Geneva and a U.S. military buildup in the Middle East, signaling rising risks of escalation between key regional powers.
- Mike Huckabee serves as U.S. Ambassador to Israel.
- Geneva has hosted multiple rounds of U.S.-Iran nuclear discussions.
- The Old City of Jerusalem falls under tight Israeli security control.
US-Iran Ceasefire War
The United States launched military strikes against Iran on June 26, 2026, in response to a drone attack on a commercial cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz, calling it a "foolish violation" of the 60-day ceasefire agreement signed just days earlier[2][4][14].
26 June, 09:35 PM
US launches strikes against Iran following commercial ship attack26 June, 04:47 PM
Trump calls Iran drone attack on cargo ship a ceasefire violation
