US Evacuates Non-Essential Staff from Beirut Embassy Amid Rising Iran Tensions

The US State Department has ordered the evacuation of non-essential personnel and eligible family members from its embassy in Beirut amid escalating tensions with Iran. This temporary measure aims to ensure staff safety while keeping the embassy operational with core personnel. The move follows a significant US military buildup in the Middle East and warnings from President Donald Trump about potential strikes on Iran over its nuclear program. Iran and its allies, including Hezbollah in Lebanon, have signaled readiness for conflict if diplomacy fails.