embassy

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One was thought to be targeting the residence of the highest-ranking U.S. diplomat in Saudi Arabia, located a few hundred feet from the embassy.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026

The UK, in response, revoked accreditation for a Russian diplomat and a diplomatic spouse, saying it would "not stand for intimidation of British embassy staff and their families".

From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026

"The UK does not stand for intimidation of British embassy staff and their families," the British spokesperson added.

From Barron's • Mar. 30, 2026

Later in March, the Iranian embassy in Spain said Tehran would be receptive to requests from Madrid concerning transit through the Strait of Hormuz because Spain was "committed to international law".

From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026

They opened the envelope the student had brought to the embassy the night before.

From "Fallout: Spies, Superbombs, and the Ultimate Cold War Showdown" by Steve Sheinkin