US to shut embassy in Jerusalem from Wednesday through Friday

The decision has been made amid rising security concerns in the region over Israel-Iran conflict

Reuters

June 18, 2025 / 07:59 IST

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The US Embassy in Jerusalem will be shut from Wednesday through Friday due to the security situation in the region and to comply with Israeli guidance, the US State Department said on Tuesday.

"Given the security situation and in compliance with Israel Home Front Command guidance, the U.S. Embassy in Jerusalem will be closed tomorrow (Wednesday, June 18) through Friday (June 20). This includes the Consular Sections in Jerusalem and Tel Aviv," the State Department said on X.

Reuters

first published: Jun 18, 2025 07:59 am

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