US Embassy in Jerusalem to close June 18 to June 20: State Department

US Embassy in Jerusalem to close June 18 to June 20: State Department

The U.S. State Department has announced that the U.S. Embassy in Jerusalem will be closed from June 18 to June 20, 2025. The closure is part of a broader effort to ensure the safety of diplomatic personnel and U.S. citizens amid ongoing tensions in the Middle East, particularly between Israel and Iran.

According to a spokesperson for the State Department, the decision to close the embassy was made to coordinate support for U.S. citizens and diplomatic missions in the region. The spokesperson emphasized that the task force established by the State Department aims to provide necessary information and support to those affected by the conflict [1].

The closure comes amidst a series of diplomatic developments, including the U.S. State Department's refusal to comment on remarks by U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee, who stated that the U.S. is no longer pursuing the goal of an independent Palestinian state. The State Department has declined to characterize or explain the ambassador's remarks, suggesting that the White House should address the issue [2].

The embassy closure is expected to have minimal impact on the broader U.S. economy, as the focus remains on diplomatic efforts to de-escalate tensions in the Middle East. However, investors and financial professionals should remain vigilant for any further developments that could affect regional stability and U.S. foreign policy.

References:
[1] https://www.lbcgroup.tv/news/world-news/861616/us-state-department-establishes-middle-east-task-force-amid-israel-ira/en
[2] https://www.yenisafak.com/en/world/us-state-department-declines-to-comment-on-envoy-to-israel-saying-independent-palestine-no-longer-us-goal-3703277