CNN reported on US plans to begin evacuating diplomatic missions in the Middle East and the White House also intends to reduce their staff. "The American embassy in Riyadh remains the only country in the region that has been ordered to leave. Others are expected to receive similar instructions," the American television channel reported, citing sources. According to them, US troops in the Middle East region are ready to launch "potentially major new military operations" against Iran within 96 hours of receiving the order from President Donald Trump.