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U.S. Urges Citizens to Leave Lebanon, Iraq Amid Militia Threats

4/4/2026

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The U.S. State Department issued warnings for Americans to leave Lebanon and Iraq amid threats from Iranian-backed militias.
In Lebanon, the U.S. Embassy described the security situation as volatile.
In Iraq, the U.S. Embassy warned of imminent attacks on U.S. targets.
The warning followed the kidnapping of American journalist Shelly Kittleson by militia forces.
U.S. forces have been actively responding to attacks by these militias amid ongoing conflicts.

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Story summary

The U.S. State Department issued warnings for Americans to leave Lebanon and Iraq amid threats from Iranian-backed militias.
In Lebanon, the U.S. Embassy described the security situation as volatile.
In Iraq, the U.S. Embassy warned of imminent attacks on U.S. targets.
The warning followed the kidnapping of American journalist Shelly Kittleson by militia forces.
U.S. forces have been actively responding to attacks by these militias amid ongoing conflicts.