Meanwhile US leaves its own citizens stranded in Israel
US Embassy in Israel to remain closed
The US Embassy in Jerusalem said it would remain closed today, and is directing all of its employees and their families to continue to shelter in place in and near their residences until further notice.
The mission said its branch in Tel Aviv will also remain closed.
“The U.S. Embassy is not in a position at this time to evacuate or directly assist Americans in departing Israel,” it added.
As a result of the current security situation and ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran, the U.S. Embassy has directed that all U.S. government employees and their family members continue to shelter in place in and near their residences until further notice.
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— U.S. Embassy Jerusalem (@usembassyjlm) June 17, 2025
