Start Here Gov’t to Americans in Mideast: Get Out
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Mar 4, 2026 Alex Mallon, ABC News congressional reporter, breaks down heated Homeland Security oversight. Stephen Bainan, national security reporter, explains drone threats, troop casualties, and munitions strain. James Longman, international correspondent in the Middle East, gives on-the-ground updates about embassy attacks and evacuation challenges. Multiple short takes cover regional strikes, evacuation hurdles, and rising military risks.
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Iran Aimed To Expand The War Beyond Its Borders
- Iran's strikes targeted 11 countries to widen the conflict and create friction between the U.S. and regional allies.
- James Longman described attacks hitting embassies, bases, oil facilities, and even a UK base on Cyprus, spreading chaos across the region.
Don't Rely On Guaranteed Government Evacuation
- Do not rely on immediate U.S. government evacuation assistance if you're an American in the region.
- James Longman said the State Department told citizens: do not rely on assisted departure and there are currently no U.S. evacuation points.
First U.S. Service Members Killed In The Conflict
- Four U.S. service members were named as the first American fatalities in the Iran conflict.
- Brad Mielke listed Captain Cody Cork, Sergeant First Class Noah Tejens, Sergeant First Class Nicole Amor, and Sergeant Declan Cody as those killed by an Iranian drone in Kuwait.