US Embassy in Baghdad warns of imminent attacks by Iran-backed groups

Baghdad. The US Embassy in Iraq has warned that Iran-backed armed groups may launch attacks in the capital, Baghdad, within the next 24–48 hours. 

The embassy in Iraq has once again urged US citizens to leave the country immediately.

In a notice issued via social media on Thursday, the embassy stated that Iran and its affiliated groups have previously targeted US citizens and US-related interests in Iraq.

 The notice warned that potential targets could include US citizens, businesses, universities, diplomatic facilities, energy infrastructure, hotels, airports, and other locations considered to be associated with the US. Additionally, it warned that Iraqi institutions and civilians could also be at risk. "Terrorist groups have even attempted to kidnap US citizens," the embassy noted.

Meanwhile, the media organization of American journalist Shelly Kittleson reported that she was kidnapped from Baghdad on Tuesday. The US government is actively working for Kittleson's release.

Since the beginning of the conflict with Iran, the US Embassy in Baghdad has been continuously urging its citizens to leave Iraq.