Leavitt says Americans stranded in Middle East had prior warning not to travel
The Hill
by Julia ManchesterMarch 4, 2026
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said on Wednesday that Americans who are reporting being stranded in various parts of the Middle East as a result of Iranian retaliation to U.S. strikes were given prior warnings to evacuate. U.S. officials have advised citizens overseas to use a 24/7 hotline and enroll in the Smart Traveler…
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Originally published on The Hill on 3/4/2026