According to N12 journalist Asaf Rozentzweig, a senior official announced overnight that upon taking office he will launch a broad reform of the diplomatic apparatus, including the closure of 14 embassies and approximately 15 consulates, as well as severing diplomatic relations with Cuba and Nicaragua. The official was not identified by name.
N12 journalist Asaf Rozentzweig reported Monday that a senior official announced overnight a plan to undertake a sweeping reform of Israel's diplomatic apparatus upon taking office. The reform includes closing 14 embassies and approximately 15 consulates, and severing diplomatic relations with Cuba and Nicaragua. The official was not named in the report. The announcement, if carried out, would mark a major reduction in Israel's global diplomatic presence and a shift in relations with the two Latin American countries.
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