U.S. Shuts Jerusalem Embassy for Security Upgrades

Source: US to shut embassy in Jerusalem from Wednesday through Friday (2025-06-18)

The U.S. embassy in Jerusalem will be closed from Wednesday through Friday for security upgrades, the State Department announced. The temporary closure is part of routine maintenance and enhancement efforts to ensure the safety of staff and visitors amid ongoing regional tensions. During this period, consular services will be unavailable, and the embassy will advise Americans in the area to exercise caution. The department emphasized that the closure does not reflect any change in U.S. policy toward Israel or the Palestinian territories, and normal operations are expected to resume after the upgrades are completed.

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