In a statement posted on X, the embassy said that all routine and emergency appointments scheduled for Tuesday have been cancelled, News.Az reports, citing Al Jazeera.
It also confirmed that a “shelter in place” order is currently in effect at its diplomatic missions in Riyadh, Jeddah and Dhahran.
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“Avoid the Embassy until further notice due to an attack on the facility,” the statement read.
The embassy further advised US citizens in Saudi Arabia to maintain a personal safety plan and remain vigilant amid the evolving security situation.
