The U.S. plans to partially evacuate its embassy in Iraq amid rising tensions between the U.S. and Iran, officials told multiple media outlets on Wednesday. U.S. staffers who are deemed nonessential will be removed from the embassy in Baghdad, the State Department told The Associated Press.

The U.S. embassy is warning all federal employees and family members in Israel, the West Bank, and Gaza to shelter in place.

Elias Rodriguez is accused of brutally gunning down two Israeli embassy staffers — but his fan club is growing.

Iran’s supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, has replaced two top military commanders killed in a wave of Israeli strikes on Friday. State TV said he tapped Gen. Abdolrahim Mousavi as the new head of the armed forces, replacing Gen. Mohammad Bagheri. Mousavi was previously the top army commander.

The Israeli Embassy in Georgia has announced its closure due to recent developments, as stated on the embassy’s official social

Iran began its retaliation campaign on Friday, after warning Israel that it would pay a “heavy price” for its earlier strikes.

By bnm Gulf bureau Israeli diplomatic missions globally have suspended operations amid the ongoing Israeli military operation against Iran, according to a statement on the Israeli Embassy website in Paris on June 13.

The Indian Embassy in Israel advises nationals to remain vigilant and follow safety protocols from Israeli authorities. Citizens should exercise caution, avoid unnecessary travel, and stay near safety shelters due to the current regional situation.