The State Department is contemplating closing approximately 30
embassies and consulates globally to help reduce the federal deficit
through a nearly 50% budget cut, per memos obtained by news outlets.
The proposal includes $4.5 billion in diplomatic engagement reductions and $21.5 billion in foreign assistance cuts.
Targeted closures reportedly include consulates in major allied
nations like the UK, France, Germany, and embassies in smaller countries
such as Malta, Eritrea, and Luxembourg.
No final decisions have been made, with State Department officials
emphasizing operations continue as normal while budget plans are being
developed.
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