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Over 36,000 Americans have fled the Middle East since conflict with Iran began
The U.S. State Department used charter flights and a 24/7 task force to evacuate over 36,000 Americans amid escalating U.S.-Israel-Iran tensions in the Middle East.
- On Monday, the U.S. State Department reported that over 36,000 American citizens have been safely evacuated from the Middle East since Feb. 28, completing over two dozen charter flights.
- As the U.S. and Israel confront Iran, officials say Iran launched missile and drone strikes to sow regional chaos, warning the conflict depends on Iran's stockpile of missiles and drones.
- The State Department says its 24/7 task force provided security guidance and travel assistance to over 23,000 Americans, while many declined U.S.-arranged departures, choosing commercial flight options or to remain.
- To request assistance, U.S. citizens can complete the Crisis Intake Form, and the department said it will continue operating charter flights and charter buses.
- Attacks on regional infrastructure have struck oil facilities and airports, often far from U.S. military assets, while rising oil prices and regional public pressure could influence the conflict's course.
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Over 36,000 Americans have fled the Middle East since conflict with Iran began
Over 36,000 Americans have evacuated from the Middle East on over two dozen flights, officials said. More evacuations may be needed as tensions worsen. (AP Photo)
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