INTERNATIONAL — April 2, 2026
U.S. Embassy in Baghdad Urges American Citizens to Leave Iraq Immediately
The U.S. Embassy in Baghdad warned of potential attacks on American citizens and U.S.-associated sites in the city within 24-48 hours. It urged U.S. citizens in Iraq to leave immediately and advised others against traveling there.
The Ehtebar Desk — originates with RTA — corroborated by Khaama Press — 2 min read
BAGHDAD (Afghan Verified) — The U.S. Embassy in Baghdad issued a security warning on Wednesday, alerting American citizens to potential attacks targeting them and U.S.-associated sites in the Iraqi capital within the next 24 to 48 hours.
The embassy specified that possible targets include American citizens, universities, diplomatic facilities, hotels, airports, and other locations linked to the United States. It directed U.S. citizens currently in Iraq to depart the country immediately.
The alert also advised other American citizens against traveling to Iraq amid the heightened threat level in Baghdad.
This directive underscores concerns over imminent risks to U.S. personnel and interests in the area, with the embassy emphasizing the urgency of the situation for the safety of Americans.
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Reliability assessment
Multiple outlets (RTA, Khaama Press) corroborate the U.S. Embassy in Baghdad's official on-record security warning urging American citizens to leave Iraq due to potential attacks.
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- US Embassy in Baghdad issued a security warning about possible attacks
- Specific targets and locations listed
- Directive to American citizens to leave Iraq or avoid travel
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