The U.S. State Department is preparing to order some personnel and family members to leave U.S. embassies across the Gulf, three U.S. officials said. Two officials said the move was prompted by the possibility of renewed hostilities, particularly involving Iran-aligned Houthi forces in Yemen; it could include evacuating all personnel and families from the U.S. Mission to Saudi Arabia.
WHO:The U.S. State Department
WHAT:Is preparing to order some embassy personnel and family members to depart from posts across the Gulf region.
WHEN:Oct 21, 2026
WHERE:Gulf region
WHY:U.S. officials said the possible departures were prompted by the risk of renewed hostilities, particularly involving Iran-aligned Houthi forces in Yemen.
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