US orders non-emergency staff to leave Saudi Arabia over security risks Reuters
US orders non-emergency staff to leave Saudi Arabia over security risks - Reuters
In short
The United States has enacted a personnel reduction targeting its diplomatic presence in Saudi Arabia. Under this directive, all non-emergency staff members are required to depart the nation immediately. Only essential personnel will remain behind to maintain baseline diplomatic operations and handle emergency needs.
Key points
- Non-emergency staff members serving the United States in Saudi Arabia must comply with th…: Non-emergency staff members serving the United States in Saudi Arabia must comply with the departure order.
- American officials have implemented a required personnel drawdown affecting non-essential…: American officials have implemented a required personnel drawdown affecting non-essential workers in the kingdom.
- Diplomatic staffing across the mission will be reduced to exclude employees not designate…: Diplomatic staffing across the mission will be reduced to exclude employees not designated for emergency support.