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Americans Stranded in Kuwait: Frustrations Amid Evacuation Crisis

3/6/2026

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Alyssa Ramos described a 48-hour evacuation from Kuwait with no U.S. government assistance.
Many Americans faced frustrations from closed airports and canceled flights as Middle East tensions rose, with some escaping via neighboring countries.
The State Department said about 20,000 Americans had returned safely since the conflict began.
Travelers relied on social media for evacuation tips.
Congressional Democrats criticized the U.S. response as inadequate.

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Alyssa Ramos described a 48-hour evacuation from Kuwait with no U.S. government assistance.
Many Americans faced frustrations from closed airports and canceled flights as Middle East tensions rose, with some escaping via neighboring countries.
The State Department said about 20,000 Americans had returned safely since the conflict began.
Travelers relied on social media for evacuation tips.
Congressional Democrats criticized the U.S. response as inadequate.