NEW: The US is preparing to return diplomats to Middle East embassies evacuated during Iran War, with staff returning to Beirut as early as this week.

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NEW: The US is preparing to return diplomats to Middle East embassies evacuated during Iran War, with staff returning to Beirut as early as this week. Staffing caps will vary: UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Lebanon up to 85%. Iraq, Kuwait, and Bahrain up to 75%. Full staffing is planned only for Israel, Jordan, and Oman. The move signals Washington does not expect an immediate return to full-scale hostilities. Source: NYT