By ensuring that a country's secrets remain secret within the embassy, the host government facilitates an environment of professional and honest diplomatic discourse.The host government’s accountability is monitored by the international community. When an embassy is attacked and the host government fails to intervene, it is often viewed as a "state-sponsored" violation, which can lead to sanctions, isolation, and a loss of standing in the United Nations.Ultimately, embassies are safe places because they are the physical manifestation of a country’s presence abroad.
