Live Updates: U.S. Closes 2 Gulf Embassies as Iran Steps Up Retaliation

New York Times - WorldEN 1 min read 100% complete by The New York TimesMarch 3, 2026 at 11:58 AM

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Following drone attacks on U.S. embassies in Saudi Arabia and Kuwait, the U.S. State Department has closed its embassies in those two countries. The State Department also issued an urgent advisory, recommending that American citizens immediately depart from 14 unspecified countries. These actions come as tensions escalate in the region, with Iran reportedly increasing retaliatory measures. Simultaneously, the Israeli military announced it has seized additional territory in Lebanon amidst ongoing conflict with Hezbollah, which is backed by Iran. The closures and travel advisory highlight growing concerns about the safety of American personnel and citizens in the Middle East.

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Lebanon 60% Saudi Arabia 70% Kuwait 70% Israel 70% Hezbollah 70% United States 80% Iran 80% United States Department of State 90%

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embassy closure 90% iran retaliation 80% u.s. foreign policy 70% middle east conflict 70% drone attacks 60% travel advisory 60% regional security 50% hezbollah 50%