U.S. tells non-essential staff to depart Israel amid Iran strike risk
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The U.S. embassy in Jerusalem authorized non-emergency personnel and their families to leave Israel citing safety risks as tensions with Iran escalate, with Washington reinforcing regional military readiness (including the Ford carrier group) while diplomacy with Iran continues in Geneva via Oman.
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- U.S. evacuates Israel embassy amid growing signs of imminent war with Iran Axios
- Travel Advisory Update (February 27, 2026) U.S. Embassy Jerusalem (.gov)
- U.S. clears some diplomatic staff to leave Israel as tension with Iran continues despite talks CBS News
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