A new report by CNN reveals that former U.S. President Donald Trump initiated a proposal to significantly downsize the country’s diplomatic presence across various regions, with several embassies and consulates in Africa and other parts of the world potentially facing closure.

According to an internal U.S. State Department document cited by CNN, the Trump-era plan recommended shutting down approximately 30 U.S. diplomatic missions worldwide—including 10 embassies and 17 consulates—as part of a broader effort to reduce America’s footprint abroad.

Among the African nations listed for potential embassy closures are the Republic of Congo, Central African Republic, Lesotho, and South Sudan. A U.S. consulate in South Africa is also reportedly included in the proposal.

The document also suggests closures in several European countries such as France, Germany, the United Kingdom, and Luxembourg, as well as locations in Asia, the Caribbean, and the Middle East. Additionally, it proposes a reduced U.S. presence in Somalia and Iraq, both of which play significant roles in America’s counterterrorism strategy.

While the proposal stems from the Trump administration, there has been no official confirmation that current Secretary of State Marco Rubio has approved or acted on it. A spokesperson for the State Department declined to comment on the leaked document.

If implemented, the plan could have wide-reaching implications for diplomatic relations, particularly in regions that rely heavily on U.S. support for humanitarian and developmental efforts.