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UK Security Adviser Jonathan Powell Traveled to Israel Ahead of Consulate Closure

Jonathan Powell, Britain’s national security adviser, visited Israel last week to try to negotiate over the looming closure of his country’s consulate in Jerusalem, according to three officials.

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Jonathan Powell, Britain’s national security adviser, on Downing Street last year.
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U.S. Suspends Consular Services in Brazil on Eve of Elections

The State Department cited unspecified security concerns in announcing the unusual move. A closely fought presidential election in Brazil takes place on Sunday.

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The U.S. Consulate in Rio de Janeiro.
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Nigerian Charged With Running Fake Government Agency

The Nigerian secured office space in a federal building, opened bank accounts and even held meetings with foreign diplomats. He says he is innocent.

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Adeniyi Adeyemi, center, at the Federal High Court in Abuja, Nigeria on Wednesday.
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