27.02.2026 14:06
The U.S. Embassy in Israel allowed non-essential staff and their families to leave the country "due to the security risks arising from increasing tensions with Iran."
The U.S. Embassy in Israel has granted permission for non-critical personnel and their families to leave the country due to increasing tensions with Iran and security risks in the region. In a written statement from the embassy, it was noted that the decision was made in line with recent security developments.
"DUE TO SECURITY RISKS"
The statement included, "On February 27, 2026, the Department of State allowed non-emergency U.S. government personnel and their family members to depart from the Israel Mission due to security risks."
TRAVEL RESTRICTION WARNING
The embassy announced that, depending on developments, travel restrictions could be imposed on personnel and their families to certain areas of Israel, the Old City of Jerusalem, and the occupied West Bank, or it could be completely prohibited without prior notice. It was also emphasized that personnel and their families should consider the option of leaving the country while commercial flights are still operating.
CHINESE TECHNOLOGY COMPANY SHARED PHOTOS
Meanwhile, China's MizarVision technology company provided information by sharing photos of the U.S. military's air forces in Israel, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Jordan, as well as naval forces in the region during a time of heightened tensions between the U.S. and Iran.
'STEALTH AIRCRAFT' DEPLOYED IN ISRAEL
As tensions between the U.S. and Iran continue, satellite images have been shared showing F-22 stealth fighter jets deployed side by side in Israel, indicating that the aircraft are stationed at Ovda Air Base in southern Israel. According to this data, a Patriot air defense battery was also identified to be positioned near the F-22 aircraft.
WHAT HAPPENED?
The nuclear negotiations between Iran and the U.S., which were interrupted by attacks on Iran by Israel and the U.S. in June 2025, were revitalized through the initiatives of regional countries, especially Turkey, and with the mediation of Oman.
While the U.S. continues its threats of attack and massive military buildup, the parties met for indirect negotiations in Oman on February 6 and agreed to continue the contacts. Subsequently, discussions continued in Geneva on February 17. The parties reported progress in the talks and later agreed to meet again in Geneva on February 26.
The parties took a break after a meeting that started at 09:00 local time yesterday and lasted about 3 hours, and then reconvened in the evening.
Iran is demanding the lifting of sanctions in exchange for continuing its nuclear program within the framework of limitations that would prevent the production of atomic bombs. The U.S., on the other hand, wants Tehran to completely halt its uranium enrichment activities and to export its stock of highly enriched uranium out of the country.