US EditionUS embassy in Iraq warns Americans to ‘leave now’ as Middle East strikes intensify
The alert cites kidnapping and rocket risks as U.S. officials say 103 people have been killed in Iraq since late February.
- On Thursday, the United States Embassy in Baghdad issued an urgent alert warning that Iran-aligned Iraqi terrorist militias may launch attacks within 24 to 48 hours, urging all Americans in Iraq to leave immediately.
- Iraq has become a key flashpoint where regional tensions intersect with longrunning militia activity, prompting the State Department to maintain its Level 4: Do Not Travel designation for the country.
- American freelance journalist Shelly Kittleson was abducted from central Baghdad days ago, with at least one suspect arrested; risks to Americans, companies, and diplomatic facilities remain high.
- Embassy officials said: 'Do not travel to Iraq for any reason. Leave immediately if you are there.' Americans were also told not to approach the United States Embassy in Baghdad or the Consulate General in Erbil.
- Security conditions remain volatile as the broader regional conflict evolves, while officials warned that Iraqi authorities have not been able to prevent terrorist attacks occurring within the country.
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US Calls on American Citizens in Iraq to Leave Immediately
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'Leave Iraq now': Americans in Baghdad warned of potential Iran-aligned militia terrorist attacks
Iraqi Shiite militia groups organize a military parade as part of the ‘World Quds Day’ events in Baghdad, Iraq, March 28, 2025. (Anadolu via Getty Images) (WASHINGTON) — U.S. officials have issued a new warning to Americans still in Iraq, advising them to leave the country immediately as Iraqi terrorist militia groups aligned with Iran may “intend to conduct attacks” in central Baghdad. “U.S. citizens should leave Iraq now,” said the alert issue…
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