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U.S. Launches 24/7 Middle East Task Force to Aid Americans in Conflict Zone

The U.S. embassy in Israel cannot facilitate departures of American citizens.

U.S. State Department spokesperson Tammy Bruce speaks during her first press briefing at the State Department in Washington, D.C., U.S., March 6, 2025. REUTERS/Kevin Lamarque/File Photo
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Spokesperson Tammy Bruce talks on a variety of subjects including peace in Gaza and Ukraine and takes questions at the US Department of State Press Briefing on April 10, 2025 in Washington, D.C. (Photo by Andrew Thomas / Middle East Images / Middle East Images via AFP) (Photo by ANDREW THOMAS/Middle East Images/AFP via Getty Images)

Overview

  • The task force operates around the clock to coordinate support for U.S. citizens, diplomatic staff and missions across the region.
  • State Department spokesperson Tammy Bruce said more than 30 security alerts have been issued for travel to Israel, Iraq and other countries in recent days.
  • U.S. citizens are advised not to travel to Israel or Iraq and to avoid all travel to Iran under any circumstances.
  • A dedicated hotline (+1 202-501-4444) and online tools have been provided to help Americans abroad locate their nearest U.S. embassy.
  • President Trump convened advisers in the Situation Room on Tuesday as air strikes between Israel and Iran intensified.