US urges citizens to leave
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US urges citizens to leave Iraq after attack on US embassy in Baghdad

The U.S. Embassy in Baghdad, Iraq, is urging U.S. citizens to leave the country.

"American citizens who choose to remain in Iraq are strongly urged to reconsider their decision in light of the significant threat posed by Iran-allied terrorist militia groups," the embassy wrote on social media.

Earlier on Saturday, the US embassy was damaged in an attack. The AP news agency said a missile hit a helicopter pad, while other media outlets reported drones.

The embassy has been repeatedly targeted by rockets and drones fired by Iran-linked militias. Attacks have also been directed at other American interests across Iraq.

There are no reports of anyone being injured in the latest attack.

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AuthorTT News AgencyEnglish edition by Sweden Herald, adapted for our readers
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