State Dept authorizes non-essential US Embassy personnel in Jerusalem to depart ahead of possible Iran strikes

The U.S. State Department authorized the departure of non-essential personnel from the U.S. Embassy in Jerusalem on Friday due to potential Iranian strikes. U.S. Ambassador Mike Huckabee advised embassy staff to leave as soon as possible, citing an "abundance of caution" and anticipating high demand for flights. The embassy also reiterated the State Department's existing travel advisory, urging U.S. citizens to reconsider travel to Israel and the West Bank due to terrorism and civil unrest. The advisory specifically warns against travel to Gaza, northern Israel near the Lebanese and Syrian borders, and areas near the Egyptian border, citing ongoing security risks and potential attacks. The State Department's warning highlights the continued threat from terrorist groups and violent extremists targeting various locations within Israel, the West Bank, and Gaza.

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