Some US diplomats told to leave Saudi Arabia amid Houthi attacks
Reports emerge of similar withdrawals in UAE, Jordan, Qatar and Bahrain amid concerns about a return to conflict with Iran after US midterm elections
TL;DR
- US State Department orders diplomats and families to leave Saudi Arabia due to escalating Houthi attacks.
- Recent attacks targeted civilian airports and oil facilities, resulting in casualties.
- The State Department emphasizes the safety of its personnel and families.
- Reports of similar withdrawals from UAE, Jordan, Qatar, and Bahrain have been described as inaccurate.
- The US military is reportedly scaling back its presence in the Middle East.
- Plans for restarting conflict with Iran are reportedly being developed by the Trump administration.