US Warns Citizens to Leave Iraq Amid Iran-Linked Militia Attacks

The US State Department said that Iran-aligned terrorist militias have conducted widespread attacks on US citizens and targets associated with the United States throughout Iraq, and cautioned its nationals to leave the country immediately. 

In a post on X, it said, “Iraq: Iran-aligned terrorist militias have conducted widespread attacks on U.S. citizens and targets associated with the United States throughout Iraq, including the Iraqi Kurdistan Region (IKR). U.S.



citizens should leave Iraq now. U.S. Mission Iraq remains open while on ordered departure to assist U.S. citizens in Iraq.”

“Do not attempt to come to the embassy in Baghdad or the consulate general in Erbil in light of ongoing risk of missiles, drones, and rockets in Iraqi airspace. 

All routine consular services remain suspended, including all visa services. Americans should contact BaghdadACS@state.gov or ErbilACS@state.gov in case of emergency.”