Tel Aviv: The Embassy of the United States in Tel Aviv was temporarily closed after the building suffered massive damage following an Iranian missile strike on Sunday night, US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee confirmed on Monday. Even as no injuries or casualties were reported among US diplomatic staff, latest videos on social media showed the consulate building was damaged by the explosions.
US Embassy in Israel closed, says Mike Huckabee
Mike Huckabee took to X and said, “Our US Embassy in Israel and Consulate will officially remain closed today as shelter in place still in effect. Some minor damage from concussions of Iranian missile hits near Embassy Branch in Tel Aviv but no injuries to US personnel.”
The fresh videos from the damaged buildings in Tel Aviv showed glass and window panes broken by the missile attack near the building. The staff of the embassy were asked to take shelter in safe places, adhering to emergency protocols.
