"The US Embassy in Jerusalem said non-emergency staff and family members of embassy employees would be able to leave Israel following approval from the US State Department. It also said US citizens should consider leaving Israel while commercial flights are still available."
"US President Donald Trump has repeatedly threatened to strike Iran if ongoing negotiations on curbing its nuclear program fail and has sent a massive fleet of warships and aircraft to the region. Iran has threatened to target American bases in the region if it is attacked."
"Trump said on February 19 that Iran must make a deal on its nuclear program in 10 to 15 days, otherwise 'really bad things' would happen."
The United States authorized non-emergency embassy staff and family members to leave Israel following State Department approval, citing safety risks from escalating Middle East tensions. President Trump threatened military strikes against Iran if nuclear negotiations fail and deployed significant naval and air forces to the region. Iran threatened to target American bases and Israeli territory if attacked. Multiple countries, including Germany, France, China, and the UK, withdrew nonessential staff from the region and issued travel warnings. Trump demanded Iran reach a nuclear deal within 10-15 days, warning of severe consequences otherwise. Oman's Foreign Minister, serving as mediator, was scheduled to meet with US Vice President JD Vance.
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