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Rising tensions with Iran and fears of an Israeli strike prompted the U.S. to move some of its nonmilitary personnel out of the region.

Amid rising tensions between Iran and Israel, the United States is reducing its diplomatic and military presence in parts of the Middle East. Non-essential personnel are being evacuated from Iraq, Bahrain,