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World · 2 August 2026

US urges citizens to leave Middle East during Iran conflict

US urges citizens to leave Middle East during Iran conflict

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Washington issued the warning on Saturday as airspace closures and flight cancellations threaten travel across ten countries. Kuwaiti air defences intercepted drone attacks after the six-month conflict reignited following a collapsed ceasefire in July. President Donald Trump warned of further strikes on Friday, promising the US will hit Iran very hard.

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