After issuing a statement calling for all citizens to “deport immediately” from the Middle East, the U.S. administration is facing hurdles as some citizens face difficulties with returning.
Call for Evacuation
On March 2nd, the U.S. The Department of State issued a statement calling all its citizens across the Middle East to evacuate immediately due to “serious safety risks.”
Updated Safety Risks
It has now updated its list to three levels depending on expected and currently ongoing tensions. Jordan, Oman, Saudi Arabia and the UAE increased to Level 3, while Egypt remained at Level 2.
Airspace Closures
Despite the calls for evacuations, major airspaces across the region are still fully closed or restricted, making it difficult to return to their home countries.
Internet Reactions
U.S. citizens from across the Middle East started sharing their concerns, with a BBC report stating that they fear “All that can be done is book flights that don’t take off.”
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Trump’s Commentary
U.S. President Trump has issued a statement on the matter, stating that 9000 Americans have already evacuated safely.
