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by mike_d 1913 days ago
Nobody knows for sure, however the most plausible explanation put forward is neurological side effects of a banned pesticide being sprayed heavily in the embassy compound to combat Zika. They found the same pesticide was in use in Guangzhou, where diplomatic personnel complained of the same issues.

https://www.scribd.com/document/426438895/Etude-du-Centre-de...