Iranians like to hold Americans hostage.

[kentuck]

We know this from their Revolution in 1979. Many think the hostages were the reason Jimmy Carter lost the election in 1980? Reagan did make it a political issue, as I recall.

But, it should be a warning to all Americans in that part of the world. They are likely targets for hostage takers.

In war, nothing is predictable.

It might be wise for Americans to vacate those countries as soon as possible?

[Beringia]

1. I heard on the news today that diplomats from America in Iran were not given warning because of sudden war

And they were advised to contact the state department

[CrispyQ]

3. I read the State Dept basically said, "We can't help you. Find your own way out."

What a clusterfuck. How much damage & lives lost before the media calls it that? Ever? I guess the 1% are getting what they want.

[dalton99a]

2. Yep. Innocent Americans will be kidnapped.

Americans who travel or live abroad should be extra careful