The U.S. has suspended consular services in Brazil, prompting Australia to also close its embassy there. The U.S. Embassy issued a statement on Thursday, citing security concerns for the suspension of consular services starting Friday, and advised U.S. citizens not to travel to its diplomatic facilities. The Australian Embassy also closed on Friday, citing the U.S. warning. Brazil's Federal Police stated they are investigating plans that could threaten U.S. diplomatic facilities and have executed preventive search warrants in São Paulo and the Federal District, but have not yet found conclusive evidence or suspects linked to criminal organizations. This action occurred two days before Brazil's presidential election on Sunday.