The United States has ordered non-emergency government personnel and their families to leave several Middle Eastern nations, including Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Iraq, and Jordan.
The directive comes as Washington closed multiple diplomatic missions across the region due to the rapidly escalating conflict involving the U.S., Israel, and Iran.
The broader security situation has prompted heightened precautions at diplomatic facilities across the region.
Authorities have also restricted non-essential travel to military installations as the airspace in many areas remains closed, leaving numerous foreign nationals stranded.
The U.S. Mission to Saudi Arabia closed on Tuesday after the Saudi Defense Ministry confirmed the embassy was attacked by two Iranian drones. American citizens in cities such as Jeddah, Riyadh, and Dhahran have been instructed to continue sheltering in place while the security situation develops.
Additionally, the U.S. Embassy in Kuwait announced it will remain closed until further notice, cancelling all consular appointments following a separate attack the previous day. In Israel, the U.S. Embassy stated it cannot currently evacuate or directly assist Americans seeking to leave, advising citizens to formulate independent security and travel plans.
U.S. President Donald Trump stated the campaign's objectives are to destroy Iran's missile capabilities, eliminate its navy, and prevent the country from obtaining a nuclear weapon.
Trump added that the operations are intended to stop Tehran from supporting allied groups such as Lebanon's Hezbollah. Secretary of State Marco Rubio informed Congress that the hardest military strikes are still to come, warning the conflict could last for several weeks.
Iranian forces have retaliated by striking various targets across the Gulf. Recent impacts include drone attacks on commercial data centers in the United Arab Emirates and infrastructure in Bahrain, signalling a potential prolonged conflict.
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Russia's Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova praised Georgia for resisting Western pressure (30 May), defending its national interests and pursuing a "multi-vector foreign policy" - language that closely mirrors the rhetoric of the ruling Georgian Dream party.
As Armenia approaches parliamentary elections, Russia appears to be increasing political and economic pressure on Yerevan, signalling that closer integration with the EU could lead to significant changes in labour, transport and energy arrangements between the two countries.
A growing majority of Europeans believe the European Union should pursue a more independent foreign policy and reduce its reliance on the U.S., according to a new survey published on Friday.
Start your day informed with the AnewZ Morning Brief. Here are the top stories for 28 May, covering the latest developments you need to know.
Okinawa lost transport links and suffered widespread power outages on Monday (1 June) as Severe Tropical Storm Jangmi brought destructive winds and heavy rain to Japan's south-western islands.
Competing narratives continue to shape perceptions of the war in Ukraine, with Russian leadership suggesting a possible end phase while Ukrainian officials warn of renewed large-scale attacks and ongoing escalation risks.
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has held talks with Lebanese President and Israeli Prime Minister on efforts to ease tensions between Israel and Lebanon. According to a U.S. official, Washington has proposed a plan aimed at achieving a gradual de-escalation of hostilities.
When Armenians vote on 7 June, they will be voting in an election shaped by months of political change and a rapidly deepening relationship with the European Union. The result may not only determine who governs Armenia but also the future direction of the country's geopolitical alignment.
Unsealed records from the U.S. Department of Justice have renewed scrutiny of lawyer Robert Amsterdam after documents revealed communications between his law firm and Jeffrey Epstein's office. The disclosures have drawn attention because of Amsterdam's prominent role in Armenia.
Kazakhstan has restored oil production after an accident at the Tengiz oil field briefly disrupted output last week, while also signalling its readiness to increase crude shipments through the Baku–Tbilisi–Ceyhan (BTC) pipeline.
Baku has once again become a focal point for international energy diplomacy, investment and strategic cooperation, as Baku Energy Week brings together policymakers, industry leaders and investors from around the world.
A launch ceremony marking the commissioning of the modernised Baku-Tbilisi-Kars (BTK) railway line was held at Akhalkalaki station in Georgia on 2 June, bringing together senior officials from Azerbaijan, Georgia and Türkiye.
Baku Energy Week has opened in Azerbaijan, bringing together global energy leaders to discuss energy security, green energy and regional cooperation, underscoring the country's growing strategic role in Eurasian connectivity.
When Armenians vote on 7 June, they will be voting in an election shaped by months of political change and a rapidly deepening relationship with the European Union. The result may not only determine who governs Armenia but also the future direction of the country's geopolitical alignment.
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