US embassies across the Middle East close as Iran war escalates

As the conflict between the US, Israel and Iran intensifies, US embassies across the Middle East have shifted into emergency footing, issuing security alerts, suspending services and urging Americans to take immediate precautions. In Saudi Arabia, the US Embassy in Riyadh closed after Iranian drones struck the compound, causing minor damage and a small fire. The mission cancelled both routine and emergency consular appointments and advised Americans in Riyadh, Jeddah and Dhahran to shelter in place. Citizens were also told to avoid the embassy grounds until further notice as a precaution.

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