US embassy in Baghdad draws down diplomats, say Iraq officials | Malay Mail

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BAGHDAD, Dec 3 — The American embassy in Baghdad has partially withdrawn its staff due to security concerns, two senior Iraqi officials told AFP late yesterday. Washington has been outraged by the dozens of rocket attacks and roadside bombs targeting its mission and other US military...

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A US State Department spokesperson declined to comment on the withdrawal but said the safety of US officials, citizens and facilities in Iraq 'remains our highest priority'. — AFP pic

The partial withdrawal appears to be the result of fresh security concerns, one Iraqi official told AFP. A US State Department spokesperson declined to comment on the withdrawal but said the safety of US officials, citizens and facilities in Iraq “remains our highest priority”. When the attacks continued, the US issued an ultimatum to Iraq, threatening to fully close down its embassy.

“They’re exploring drawing down the embassy to just the ambassador and key diplomatic staff,” the official said.

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