US puts end to dispute with EU over diplomatic protocol

The United States on Monday put an end to a dispute with the European Union over diplomatic protocol and lauded the 28-nation bloc as "one of America's most valuable partners."
EU Commission spokeswoman Maja Kocijancic said the bloc "was in touch with the U.S. administration to clarify this matter and we are therefore pleased that the United States took the decision to revert to the usual."
Sondland now said in a statement that "the European Union is a uniquely important organization, and one of America's most valuable partners in ensuring global security and prosperity."