[Zathras]

When I was in the Portugal embassy in 2002, it was protected by only 2 marines.
I suspect the problem is universal.

[kabar]

The Marine Security Guard does not protect the Embassy. The host government is primarily responsible for defending the embassy against domestic, external attacks. The Marines are responsible for interior defense and the protection of classified material.

The smallest MSG contingent is six personnel. Some diplomatic missions do not have marines.