Two senior diplomats were involved in a shocking incident inside an embassy in Nairobi on Tuesday, causing tension and concern among staff and visitors.
According to early reports, the disagreement started during a private meeting between the two officials. Witnesses said the argument quickly became heated before the situation turned physical.
Embassy security officers are said to have stepped in immediately to separate the diplomats and restore order. No serious injuries were reported, but both officials were later escorted to different rooms.Storm as Two Senior Diplomats Exchange Blows Inside an Embassy in Nairobi
Sources familiar with the matter said the cause of the fight may be linked to a disagreement over official duties, although investigations are still ongoing.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has not issued a detailed statement but confirmed that it is aware of the incident and is looking into the matter.
Diplomatic missions in Nairobi are considered sensitive areas, and such incidents are rare. Authorities are expected to provide more information once the investigation is complete.
Staff at the embassy described the atmosphere after the incident as tense, with meetings briefly suspended as management handled the situation.
Some employees said they were surprised by the confrontation, noting that diplomatic offices usually maintain strict professional conduct at all times.
Security has been tightened around the embassy as officials continue to review internal procedures and prevent similar incidents in the future.
Experts say diplomatic incidents like this can strain relations if not handled carefully, but they also note that such cases are uncommon in Kenya.
Authorities have urged calm and assured the public that diplomatic relations remain stable despite the incident. They said cooperation between embassies and the Kenyan government continues as normal while investigations proceed and appropriate action is taken based on findings.
Officials declined to give further comment until the review is completed and results are published officially.
Local residents near the embassy said they noticed increased security presence and movement of vehicles around the area following the incident, with police officers stationed outside to ensure safety and prevent any further disturbance or public concern calm maintained.