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OSCE Approves Budget Amid US Cuts and Tensions

3/20/2026

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The Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe approved a budget for the first time in five years on March 19, 2026.
The United States demanded cuts, reducing the budget by about 15 million euros (10%).
The move comes amid tensions after the United States threatened withdrawal from the OSCE.
The OSCE expects over 100 of 2,000 staff to leave.
Swiss Foreign Minister Ignazio Cassis urged dialogue within the organization.

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The Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe approved a budget for the first time in five years on March 19, 2026.
The United States demanded cuts, reducing the budget by about 15 million euros (10%).
The move comes amid tensions after the United States threatened withdrawal from the OSCE.
The OSCE expects over 100 of 2,000 staff to leave.
Swiss Foreign Minister Ignazio Cassis urged dialogue within the organization.