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Two hundred students from across Latvia gathered in Riga for a choir concert, marking the culmination of the German Language Month organized by the German, Austrian, and Swiss embassies. This event, now in its third year, offers a wide range of activities.
Voting for local elections will begin on Friday for Icelanders living abroad, with embassies, consulates general, and honorary consuls facilitating the process.
Western embassies in Tirana reacted critically after the blocking of the removal of immunity for former Deputy Prime Minister Belinda Balluku, with an analyst suggesting Prime Minister Rama's governmental function is at risk.
Nigerian President Bola Tinubu has unveiled the Renewed Hope Enterprise Bridge Initiative, a new digital platform designed to foster connections between policymakers and entrepreneurs for more responsive governance.
A former Nigerian lawmaker, Mr. Gebi, was reportedly arrested by the State Security Service (SSS) for allegedly providing false intelligence to various embassies.
Összefoglalónk a magyar miniszterelnök és J. D. Vance budapesti gyűléséről, amin Donald Trump is bejelentkezett telefonon.
President Trump issued a stark warning to Iran on Monday, stating the country could be 'eliminated' in a single night, possibly Tuesday, as a deadline for the Strait of Hormuz loomed. During the same press conference, Trump detailed a high-risk pilot rescue mission and threatened a journalist over leaked information.
Tehran has issued a warning, vowing to target Israeli embassies in the region if its own diplomatic missions come under fire.
Slovakia is considering changes to its voting regulations for citizens abroad, which would reportedly eliminate postal voting and require expatriates, including commuters, to cast their ballots at embassies.
US President Donald Trump has extended a deadline and promoted progress in talks with Iran, stating he is suspending attacks on Iranian energy plants. These diplomatic developments continue as military strikes persist, causing market volatility and stock drops.
Stockholm has implemented a special security zone around the US and Israeli embassies due to a terror threat, with increased police patrols and powers to stop and search citizens.
Police in Stockholm have established a search zone around the US and Israeli embassies, citing experienced attacks as the reason for the heightened security measure.
Mali is undertaking a significant restructuring of its diplomatic missions, including embassies in Russia, China, and five other nations, indicating a shift in its international relations strategy.
Drone and missile attacks as well as new terror threats have U.S. embassies worldwide on high alert.
US forces have attacked Iranian missile bases in the Strait of Hormuz, citing threats to maritime traffic. Tehran has vowed revenge for the killing of Ali Larijani and threatened to extend chaos to alternative shipping routes, escalating the conflict.
The US State Department has ordered all American embassies globally to review their security measures due to the escalating situation in the Middle East and the risk of the conflict spreading.
A drone strike hit a building housing Finland’s embassy in Baghdad, as attacks linked to the illegal US-Israeli war against Iran reached diplomatic sites in Iraq’s capital, authorities said on Tuesday. The strike targeted the Al-Rasheed hotel inside Baghdad’s Green Zone, where several embassies and government offices are located. The Finnish foreign ministry confirmed to MTV News that the embassy operates from the building. The ministry said staff were safe and remained in contact with of...
Australian authorities have instructed non-essential staff to evacuate their embassies in Lebanon, Israel, and the United Arab Emirates, citing an expiring window of opportunity to leave.
The Italian and Colombian Embassies in the Netherlands jointly organized a seminar titled 'Restorative justice: its role in the context of international criminal justice' in The Hague.
US says its firepower will ‘surge dramatically’ and IDF warns of ‘surprises ahead’, as Iran launches retaliatory strikes Middle East crisis – live updates Israel and the US have bombarded Iran and…
Confindustria Assafrica & Mediterraneo participated in a joint celebration of Ghana's 69th Independence Day in Rome, organized by the Ghanaian Embassies in Italy and the Holy See.
The Taliban government is facing criticism for allegedly hosting designated terrorists in Kabul's Wazir Akbar Khan district, an area known for housing embassies and diplomatic residences.
Multiple protest marches are scheduled to take place across London this weekend near the US and Iranian embassies, likely in response to the ongoing conflict.
MoFA says Special Facilitation Desks established at Pakistan's missions abroad to assist stranded Pakistanis
After the Israeli army issued a dramatic ultimatum to Iranian representatives in Lebanon to leave the country within 24 hours, a fierce response and direct threat arrived from Tehran that Israel will...
Iran has issued a warning that all Israeli embassies worldwide would become legitimate targets if Israel were to attack Iran's embassy in Beirut.
On Tuesday, nonemergency staff and their family members were told to leave several posts as Iran continued to retaliate after U.S. and Israeli strikes.
The government shared a list of India's embassies in different countries in the Middle East, alongside different emergency contact details for Indians.
Iran Attacks U.S. Embassies in Middle East WSJ
Iran Attacks U.S. Embassies in Middle East WSJ
At least three U.S. embassies have closed since the Trump administration warned Americans in 14 countries to “LEAVE NOW” as Iran steps up retaliatory strikes.
US closes embassies in Kuwait and Saudi Arabia as it urges citizens to leave region thenationalnews.com
The United States closed two embassies in the Middle East and reduced its consular presence in several other countries as attacks continued in the region.
Iran targeted American sites throughout the region as President Trump said the United States was ready for a protracted fight. U.S. embassies and Amazon data centers were among the sites struck.
US Embassies and US military bases were attacked by Iranian drones on March 3. Check the full list here.
Explosions in Tehran, Beirut and Riyadh - the war in the Middle East continues to escalate. Israel and the USA attack Iran again, the regime responds with attacks on embassies.
“I have urged diplomatic outreach, preparedness for special repatriation flights, and coordinated support through embassies and airlines,” the CM said.
PM to hold videoconference with embassies amid Mideast violence eKathimerini.com
The number of Macedonian citizens reporting that they are stranded in endangered areas of the Middle East is growing.
As thousands took to the streets to protest Khamenei’s killing, MHA asked States to watch protests by friends and foes of the Iranian regime, monitor radicals; says likely targets are embassies,…
The Greek Ministry of Foreign Affairs has published emergency phone numbers and contact details for its embassies and consular authorities in Iran and the broader Middle East region, advising its citizens amidst the escalating conflict.
Wisma Putra issues travel advisory for Malaysians in seven Middle East countries The Star
KUALA LUMPUR, March 1 — Malaysians in Saudi Arabia, particularly in the western region of the country, as well as...
Indian embassies in the UAE and Syria have issued urgent advisories for nationals to exercise caution due to escalating Middle East tensions following US and Israeli strikes on Iran.
Parents of students at 'Jovan Jovanović Zmaj' Gymnasium in Novi Sad have informed the embassies of Russia, Germany, Great Britain, and France about accumulated problems at the school.
Parents of students at the Jovan Jovanović Zmaj Gymnasium in Novi Sad announced they have informed the Russian, German, British, and French embassies about accumulated problems leading to a significant decline in teaching quality.
Report: Embassies warn Lebanese leaders against any intervention in Iran war Naharnet
The civic association 'Srdcom doma' launched a national petition to preserve postal voting from abroad, reacting to Prime Minister Robert Fico's suggestion to abolish it in favor of in-person voting at embassies, which they say would make Slovaks abroad 'second-class citizens'.
A public war of words erupted on social media between the French and Russian embassies in Türkiye, causing a brief diplomatic stir and highlighting ongoing tensions.
Israel is reportedly preparing to evacuate some of its embassies in Europe, the Far East, and Latin America due to increased threats from Iranian-linked entities.
Embassies of several countries in Mexico have, on Sunday, local time, issued warnings to their citizens due to the unrest in the country following the killing of a cartel leader.
Following President Trump's example, U.S. diplomatic outposts in Asia are raising millions of dollars for extravagant events to commemorate the 250th independence anniversary, with one ambassador offering unique incentives.
Poland's €58 billion food export sector receives modest support, with only seven agricultural counselors available across 94 Polish embassies worldwide, hindering its potential growth in prospective markets.
A delegation representing Xianyang Fu Tea visited five embassies in Beijing to promote Chinese tea culture and its heritage.
Protesters gathered outside US embassies globally, sending a unified message to Washington to maintain pressure on the Tehran regime rather than pursuing agreements.
Aliyu Gebu clarified his position after an SSS invitation, denying allegations of supplying false intelligence to embassies.
Mali is undertaking a restructuring of its diplomatic missions, specifically its embassies in Russia, China, and five other countries.
“Any language or action that contemplates the end of civilisation is unacceptable in the modern world,” Gandhi said, referring to Trump's “tonight” claim
Ukrainian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Heorhii Tykhyi stated that Kyiv has no connection to the incident in Serbia, where explosives were discovered near the TurkStream pipeline.
The 16th Francophonie Spring Festival is scheduled to take place across Kazakhstan from April 1 to 15, bringing together embassies from various French-speaking nations.
Cyprus has approved the transfer of 16 heads of diplomatic missions to various embassies and high commissions abroad, following a Cabinet decision.
Alireza Tangsiri, the commander of the IRGC Navy Corps, responsible for the Strait of Hormuz, was reportedly killed in an Israeli strike near Bandar Abbas, according to Israeli officials and media claims, though there has been no official confirmation from Iranian sources regarding his death.
A Turkish Foreign Ministry delegation met with Liberian Foreign Minister Sara Beysolow Nyanti in Monrovia to discuss the establishment of a Turkish Embassy in Liberia, aiming to enhance bilateral relations.
Swedish police have established a special security zone in central Stockholm, encompassing the Israeli and US embassies, due to the risk of serious and violent crimes.
Zimbabwean embassies are experiencing pickets and protests concerning a controversial 'power grab' Bill. Demonstrators are expressing opposition to the proposed legislation.
In Luxembourg, the civic organization LUkraine Association, together with several European embassies and the European Commission, has launched an advocacy coalition in support of Ukraine titled "Defending Our Future Now."
The United States has reportedly ordered all its embassies and diplomatic missions globally to review security measures following an attack on the embassy in Baghdad during the war with Iran.
A directive from the Foreign Affairs Principal Secretary is noted to echo an undiplomatic trend observed in embassies.
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has issued an order for the demolition of illegal structures built on land designated for embassies in Abuja, vowing to prosecute the developers responsible.
One of the drones' apparent targets was the Embassies District. Other drones were intercepted and destroyed in the Al-Kharj Governorate.
The Embassies of Ghana in Rome and Vatican celebrated Ghana’s 69th Independence Day with a vibrant three-day event from 6th March to 8th March, 2026.
A Cyprus Airways repatriation flight from Dammam, Saudi Arabia, has landed in Cyprus carrying 82 passengers, the Foreign Ministry announced. The National Crisis Management Centre chartered the flight in coordination with Cypriot embassies in Qatar, Bahrain, and Saudi Arabia. Those on board included Cypriot citizens, their family members, permanent residents of Cyprus, and European nationals […]
Social media posts are sharing a video showing smoke columns, falsely claiming they depict incidents at US diplomatic representations in Mexico. Fact-checkers have debunked these claims, confirming the video is not related to US embassies in Mexico.
Slovak Defense Minister Robert Kaliňák announced plans to double the election deposit for political parties to 35,000 euros and replace postal voting from abroad with voting at embassies.
Following the statement by the Israeli ambassador suggesting that the Republic of Croatia should break diplomatic relations with Iran and close the Iranian Embassy in Zagreb, a member of parliament responded...
Qatar has condemned Iranian attacks targeting US embassies located in Saudi Arabia and Kuwait.
Israel has hit Lebanon with air strikes in a number of areas that have killed at least 11 people.
The region has been positioning itself as an AI hub, following billions of dollars in investment by tech giants.
An air strike hit a hotel in Hazmieh on Wednesday (March 4, 2026), the first reported Israeli attack on the predominantly Christian area in Beirut’s suburbs near the presidential palace and several embassies
Israel said on Tuesday that it launched airstrikes against Iranian missiles and a nuclear research site, and Iran retaliated against Israel and across the Gulf region, targeting embassies...
Iran Attacks U.S. Embassies in Middle East WSJ
PILGRIMS were evacuated from Israel organized by the Croatian embassies in Tel Aviv and Cairo.
US embassies in Saudi Arabia and Kuwait have closed following drone attacks, with Americans urged to leave 14 Middle Eastern nations.
The U.S. has evacuated diplomats and closed several embassies in the Middle East due to escalating conflict in Iran. The article also covers expectations for the Senate races in the North Carolina and Texas primary elections.
The United States evacuated diplomats across the Middle East and shut down some embassies as the war with Iran intensified on Tuesday.
US closes embassies in Kuwait and Saudi Arabia as it urges citizens to leave region thenationalnews.com
The war in the Middle East causes the US to order embassy staff and their families to leave several countries.
President Donald Trump announced retaliatory measures after the Riyadh embassy attack.
Gulf states have been suffering the consequences of the US-Israel war against Iran, after missiles have fallen on foreign territories.
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis will hold a teleconference with the heads of Greek Embassies and Consulates in Iran and the wider Middle East to discuss the tense situation in the region.
George Gerapetritis held a teleconference on Sunday with the heads of Greek Embassies and Consulates in Iran and the Middle East. According to the relevant announcement, the Minister of Foreign Affairs...
Indonesia’s peacemaker dream shattered by US-Iran strikes The Straits Times
More than 1,300 protesters marched to the U.S. and Israeli embassies in Athens on Sunday to demonstrate against military strikes in Iran.
MFA: Embassies operating in enhanced mode amid regional escalation, 30 citizens cross into Azerbaijan AzerNews
Chinese embassies in Israel and Iran have opened registration and begun the evacuation process for Chinese nationals as regional tensions escalate.
Explosions were heard in Tehran on Saturday, Feb. 28, as the US and Israel launched a "preemptive" strike against Iran. Iranian forces say they struck a US naval base in Bahrain, as the country…
Following the escalation of conflicts in the Middle East and recorded explosions in Bahrain, the United Arab Emirates, and Kuwait, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Bosnia and Herzegovina has taken protective measures…
Antanas Kandrotas-Celofanas, a Lithuanian politician previously convicted for financial crimes, spread dangerous misinformation on Facebook about Baltic states allegedly closing their embassies in Russia.
Fears of a war between Iran and the United States in the Middle East are escalating, leading embassies to evacuate staff and airlines to cancel flights due to increased tensions.
The Slovak ruling coalition has prepared a bill to restrict postal voting from abroad. Under the new proposal, citizens would no longer be able to vote by mail in parliamentary elections from outside the country, but only in person at embassies.
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Several countries' embassies in Mexico have issued warnings to their citizens on Sunday, local time, regarding an unspecified situation.
Embassies and consulates organized various festivities to celebrate national holidays, as reported by the Kuwait Times.
Italian consulates and embassies worldwide are celebrating 'Made in Italy' excellence through various events, including fashion and design days and Italian Weeks in Mumbai, Paris, Mongolia, and Osaka.
Israel and Lebanon held rare direct talks in Washington, D.C., agreeing to begin negotiations on their disputed land and maritime borders. These discussions mark the first direct engagement between the two nations since 1993.
It has been revealed that intruders had previously entered the Chinese Embassy in Tokyo several years ago, similar to a recent incident where a Japanese Self-Defense Force member was arrested for trespassing, highlighting ongoing security challenges for embassies in urban areas.
Tanzania's diplomatic missions abroad are experiencing a significant funding shortfall, which is reportedly weakening their efforts in economic diplomacy.
Former Albanian MP Myslym Murrizi has strongly reacted to Prime Minister Edi Rama's statements on European integration, bringing up allegations about an Ukrainian caught in Germany who reportedly worked with Rama's brother in a call center.
Mali is undertaking a significant restructuring of its diplomatic missions, including its embassies in Russia, China, and five other countries, as part of a broader foreign policy adjustment.
The American president linked the dispute over Greenland with increasingly harsh criticism of NATO. He accuses it of weak support in the conflict with Iran and calls it a paper tiger.
Saudi Arabia and Qatar have condemned 'acts of rioting and assaults' that occurred at the UAE embassy in Damascus, with a UAE official emphasizing that attacks on embassies violate international law.
The United States has formally resumed operations at its embassy in Caracas, Venezuela, after being closed for seven years, marking a new step in its diplomatic presence and a significant thawing of relations between the two countries, with Secretary of State Marco Rubio hailing progress.
The Serbian Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced it will organize the First Diplomatic-Sports Games in Serbia, with participation from ministry representatives, foreign embassies, and international organizations.
Japan has been urged to provide an explanation regarding a reported break-in at one of its embassies.
Swedish police have increased security around the US and Israeli embassies in Stockholm, granting officers special powers to search people and vehicles and implementing a search zone in Diplomatstaden, citing potential repercussions from global attacks on American and Israeli interests.
Official diplomatic accounts of Iran are employing dark humor and memes on social media, effectively opening a second front in the ongoing conflict.
Zimbabwean embassies abroad are facing protests and pickets from activists demonstrating against a controversial 'power grab' bill being considered in Zimbabwe.
JAV Valstybės departamentas diplomatinėms atstovybėms visame pasaulyje įsakė skubiai atlikti saugumo vertinimus po Irano smūgių.
The US State Department has instructed all embassies and diplomatic missions to immediately assess their security situation and consider additional measures in light of the US-Israel military operation, warning of potential threats from Iran.
The State Department order to review security at “ALL posts worldwide” follows persistent attacks on U.S. embassies, with almost 300 reported in Iraq alone.
The Navigator Assembly 2026 conference was successfully held, bringing together over 300 representatives from shipping companies, maritime service providers, embassies, and maritime organizations to discuss global challenges facing the shipping industry.
South Korean embassies and consulates abroad have issued a warning to their citizens, urging them to avoid facilities linked to the US and Israel amidst the ongoing Middle East conflict. Nationals are advised to remain vigilant in public spaces and be aware of emergency exits.
Saudi Arabia shot down a drone approaching an area where foreign embassies are located, the country's Ministry of Defense announced.
Montenegrin political analyst Danilo Kalezić sent an open letter to the Quint embassies in Podgorica, expressing concern over threats he received from Democratic Montenegro following an interview he gave to a Bosnian-Herzegovinian portal, urging the embassies not to be used as an alibi for serious violations of freedom of speech.
SEREMBAN, March 9 — Malaysians stranded in several Arab countries have been advised to immediately notify the near...
Israel has increased security measures at its embassies globally following concrete threats, including an alleged Iranian plot to attack the Israeli embassy in Baku, Azerbaijan, and other Jewish targets.
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IPOH, March 5 — Malaysian students in conflict-affected areas in the Middle East have been advised to comply with...
Iran threatens to target Israeli embassies worldwide if Israel targets its Lebanon mission Naharnet
The ongoing exchange of fire between Iran and Israel continues, with Iran threatening attacks on Israeli embassies. The US has sunk an Iranian warship off Sri Lanka, and NATO destroyed an Iranian missile over the Mediterranean.
Minister Šutaj Eštok announced that the Hlas party supports voting at embassies and aims to implement this for presidential elections.
Iran Attacks U.S. Embassies in Middle East WSJ
Iran has launched attacks on U.S. embassies located across the Middle East.
Tehran retaliates with attacks and threatens the region, the US closes embassies, oil prices rise sharply, and world stock markets fall.
A.P. Minister Kondapalli Srinivas emphasized the safety and welfare of Telugu people stranded in the Gulf region as a top priority, urging them to register with the APNRT and Indian Embassies during a virtual meeting.
The US and Israel launched major strikes on Iran over the weekend, leading to retaliatory attacks across the Middle East from the Iranian military. Fatemeh Bahrami/Anadolu via Getty Images The US…
The Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) has issued a security directive to all Philippine?registered vessels engaged in international voyages following the sharp escalation of the conflict between the United States and Iran.
After Israeli attacks in Beirut and Tehran, Iran retaliated. Several US embassies are closed, and the US is asking Americans to leave 14 Middle Eastern countries.
Vietnamese communities in the Gulf remain safe amid escalating Middle East tensions: Embassies The Star
This warning comes after the US embassies in Kuwait and Saudi Arabia came under attack from Iranian drones as the conflict escalates.
Work groups set up by Chinese embassies and consulates in neighboring countries will receive and assist those evacuated, a foreign ministry spokesperson told a news briefing.
Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis has concluded a video conference with the heads of Greek Embassies and Consulates in Iran and the Middle East, the foreign ministry announced on Sunday. The…
The teleconference of Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis with the heads of Greece's Embassies and Consulates in Iran and the Middle East has concluded.
More than a thousand demonstrators are marching in front of the US and Israeli embassies in Athens to protest against the attack on Iran, Reuters reports.
Abu Dhabi complex housing embassies damaged as retaliatory strikes widen in Gulf Reuters
Montenegrin Foreign Minister Ervin Ibrahimović opened a diplomatic ski competition, highlighting the event's significance, which was initiated by the Montenegrin and Czech embassies in Tirana.
For decades, Iran has targeted and killed Americans and US allies. Its proxies took hostages. It attacked ships in the Gulf of Oman. Now, America is responding.
The Slovak coalition government plans to abolish postal voting from abroad, intending to replace it with voting at embassies, with Tibor Gašpar citing concerns about election manipulation.
The French and Russian embassies in Turkey engaged in a public exchange on the X platform, using Turkish, regarding the war in Ukraine. This online confrontation sparked significant discussion both in Turkey and internationally.
The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) has moved to clarify what it describes as media reports suggesting that its domestic staff would be posted to foreign embassies to provide driver licensing services. In a statement dated February 26, 2026, the Authority insisted the initiative does not involve posting DVLA officers abroad.
The Slovak opposition party PS claims the coalition plans to significantly restrict voting rights for Slovaks abroad by abolishing mail-in voting, requiring citizens to vote at embassies instead, though the interior ministry denies preparing such a change.
Reports suggest Iran might order proxies like the Houthis or Hezbollah to attack American targets, including Western shipping in the Red Sea or US bases/embassies, if the US launches strikes.
The African Group of Ambassadors in Seoul, representing 19 African embassies, met with Herald Media Group CEO Choi Jin-young to discuss avenues for Africa-Korea cooperation.