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True: Chinese diplomats burnt documents after Trump ordered the closure of Houston consulate.

By: Varun Kumar

July 31 2020

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True: Chinese diplomats burnt documents after Trump ordered the closure of Houston consulate.

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The orders to shut down the consulate prompted diplomats to reportedly burn documents in a courtyard of the consulate.

The orders to shut down the consulate prompted diplomats to reportedly burn documents in a courtyard of the consulate. A fire broke out in a courtyard at the Chinese Consulate in Houston after diplomats were reportedly burning documents. Neighbors called 911 around 8:20 p.m. and told officials that they saw someone burning documents in the courtyard. The Houston Fire Department rushed to the spot and responded to a fire. Further, HFD Fire crews were denied access by building occupants.

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