U.S. evacuates diplomats, shuts down some embassies as war enters fourth day

Iranian rockets heading toward Israel are seen crossing the sky over Gaza City on March 3, 2026, as they travel toward Israeli territory amid escalating regional tensions.

The United States evacuated diplomats across the Middle East and shut down some embassies as war with Iran intensified Tuesday while President Trump signaled the conflict could turn into extended war.

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