Sharing a video message in a post on X, Secretary of State Marco Rubio urged its citizens to immediately depart from several Middle Eastern countries, citing "serious safety risks." “To all American citizens in the Middle East: your safety and security is our number one priority. Get information at @TravelGov and you can call the department 24/7 at +1-202-501-4444," Rubio wrote in its post. Meanwhile, United States Central Command (CENTCOM) confirmed that six US service members have been killed in action amid ongoing hostilities in the Middle East following Iran's initial attacks in the region. Earlier today, President Donald Trump said that the United States will continue its military operation against Iran to "eliminate the regime's missile capabilities", nuclear ambitions, and support for terrorism.

Source: dna March 03, 2026 01:45 UTC