US Consulate Munich

Excellent meeting today with German Minister of Education @PrienKarin. We talked about the challenges facing Holocaust education in a time of rising antisemitism and opportunities for closer U.S.-German collaboration on these issues. @BMBFSFJ @usbotschaft

Over 43,000 American citizens have safely returned to the United States from the Middle East since February 28. Under President Trump and Secretary Rubio’s leadership, the Department of State has completed more than three dozen charter flights and has safely evacuated thousands of Americans from the Middle East. While commercial flight availability across the region continues to improve, Department of State charter flights and ground transport operations will scale down as seats available on the Department’s charter options are significantly greater than the demand from Americans in the region. On March 11, the Department of State contacted nearly 9,000 American citizens in the United Arab Emirates to offer U.S. government charter flights. Despite those efforts, those flights departed the UAE with available seats due to a lack of demand. Most Americans who requested assistance have declined assistance when offered, opting either to remain in country or book commercial flight options. Through the State Department’s 24/7 Task Force, we have directly assisted over 30,000 Americans abroad, offering security guidance and travel assistance. Americans in the Middle East who need assistance can call the U.S. Department of State, 24/7, at +1-202-501-4444. Given the remarkable successes and declining demand in the region, this will be the last daily update. The Department will continue to provide updates as needed.

From the start, the Trump admin made the objectives of Operation Epic Fury unmistakably clear: • Destroy the Iranian regime’s missile arsenal • Eliminate its Navy • Ensure Iran can NEVER obtain a nuclear weapon • End the threat posed by its terrorist proxies

UPDATE from @ASDylanJohnson: "Over 43,000 American citizens have safely returned to the United States from the Middle East since February 28...Through the State Department’s 24/7 Task Force, we have directly assisted over 30,000 Americans abroad" More: state.gov/releases/offic…

"If Iran has put out any mines in the Hormuz Strait, and we have no reports of them doing so, we want them removed, IMMEDIATELY!" - President Donald J. Trump 🇺🇸

🚨 UPDATE: Over 43,000 Americans have safely returned to the United States from the Middle East since February 28. The State Department has directly assisted nearly 30,000 Americans through our 24/7 task force.

The Sudanese Muslim Brotherhood, trained and supported by Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, has been designated by @StateDept as a Foreign Terrorist Organization and Specially Designated Global Terrorist for mass executions of civilians. We will continue to use all available tools to deprive the Iranian regime and Muslim Brotherhood chapters of the resources they need to engage in or support terrorism.

U.S. citizens from Utah thanked our consular officers who assisted them in departing the Middle East. We continue to surge aviation and ground transport options for any American wishing to depart the region: mytravel.state.gov/s/crisis-intake

The U.S. Department of State charter flights are bringing Americans home. American citizens seeking to depart the Middle East should contact the State Department without delay. Departure Assistance Information: mytravel.state.gov/s/crisis-intake State Department Contact: +1-202-501-4444

President Donald J. Trump meets with the German Chancellor, Friedrich Merz, at the White House. 🇺🇸🇩🇪 "We have a meeting with a man who's become a friend of mine, our countries get along very well... The relationship we have in trade and everything else has been very strong."

.@POTUS meets with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz (@_FriedrichMerz) in the Oval Office: "We have a meeting with a man who's become a friend of mine... We'll obviously be talking a little bit about Iran... we're talking about some very big trade deals."

One key objective of Operation Epic Fury: ensuring Iran can NEVER obtain a nuclear weapon.

To all American citizens in the Middle East: your safety and security is our number one priority. Sign up to receive STEP alerts at step.state.gov. Get information at @TravelGov and you can call the department 24/7 at +1-202-501-4444.

Today marks four years since Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, triggering four years of destruction and human suffering. On this anniversary, we recognize the people of Ukraine for their bravery and sacrifice, and we extend special gratitude to members of our local Ukrainian staff for their direct support and partnership on the path to peace. President Trump remains committed to achieving a negotiated settlement and lasting peace that ensures Ukraine's independent and prosperous future, with the United States as a strong and committed partner.

PRESIDENT TRUMP on IRAN: My preference is to solve this problem through diplomacy, but one thing is certain: I will NEVER allow the world’s number one sponsor of terror to have a nuclear weapon. We have to be strong. It’s called peace through strength.

Thank you 🇨🇦🇩🇪🇳🇱🇳🇴 for not only contributing to PURL, but for actively galvanizing others to follow suit. An initiative created by @POTUS, the Prioritized Ukraine Requirements List (PURL) enables Allies to buy American weapons and strengthen Ukraine’s defense while advancing peace efforts -- all at no cost to the U.S. taxpayer.

On February 17, Chargé Meltzer welcomed representatives from the film and streaming industry, as well as representatives from German ministries to a roundtable discussion and a reception on the occasion of the Berlinale.  With the U.S. and German governments likeminded on the need to reduce regulatory burdens on business, the ground is fertile for cooperation. The film and streaming industry can thrive on both sides of the Atlantic if a pro-market regulatory environment is adopted.

As the Munich Security Conference wraps, Chargé Meltzer and CG Miller bid farewell to @SecRubio and the U.S. delegation. The conference provided meaningful opportunities to improve global security and further U.S. foreign policy goals.  #MSC2026 #Sicherheitskonferenz #USinBavaria

Thank you to law enforcement and the organizers of the Munich Security Conference for their exemplary efforts. Safeguarding this forum enables critical conversations on peace, stability, and global security - work that matters far beyond Munich. @PolizeiMuenchen #MSC2026 #ThankYou #USinBavaria #sicherheitskonferenz

SECRETARY RUBIO: In a perfect world all of these problems and more would be solved by diplomats and strongly worded resolutions.