SECURITYJul 22 · 20:16 UTCMIDDLE EAST EYEBilge Kotan

UK evacuates embassy staff from Iran

The UK has temporarily withdrawn its embassy staff from Iran due to the security situation, while the embassy continues to operate remotely. The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office announced this decision on Wednesday.

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