The US Embassy in Jerusalem has announced its temporary closure from Wednesday to Friday, 18–20 June, citing security concerns amid escalating tensions between Iran and Israel.
According to Israel Army Radio, Iran has launched approximately 400 ballistic missiles at Israel since the beginning of the conflict. The Israeli military reported that it had intercepted three drones launched from Iranian territory in recent days.
US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee stated that a facility affiliated with the US Embassy in Tel Aviv sustained minor damage from a shockwave caused by nearby Iranian missile strikes. No American personnel were injured in the incident, he confirmed.
The embassy has not disclosed further details regarding the closure but advised American citizens to remain vigilant and follow local security guidance. The closure comes amid rising fears of regional escalation following repeated exchanges of fire between Iran and Israel.
