Private security firm helping Americans evacuate the Middle East amid war with Iran

Fox News - WorldCenter-RightEN 3 min read 100% complete by Chelsea TorresMarch 9, 2026 at 05:25 AM

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Amidst the conflict between the U.S., Israel, and Iran, private security firm Global Guardian is assisting in the evacuation of Americans from the Middle East. The firm, with personnel in over 140 countries, has evacuated over 4,000 people as of Friday, according to CEO Dale Robert Buckner. Global Guardian provides various services, including medical evacuations, kidnap and ransom negotiation, executive protection, and surveillance. Following recent joint attacks, the firm has been coordinating emergency evacuations, including assisting students trying to leave Dubai, transporting them to safety in Muscat within eight hours. The company's operations extend beyond war zones, assisting with evacuations during other crises like hurricanes.

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