Consular Affairs Bulletins
Messages issued from an Embassy to the U.S. Citizen population regarding the local security situation. (Last updated 29 Sep 2006)
East Asia / Pacific
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Vietnam
29 Sep 2006
This warden message is to notify American Citizens of the approach and potential impact of Typhoon Xangsane.
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Sub-Saharan Africa
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Lesotho
29 Sep 2006
The U.S. Embassy strongly encourages American citizens for their personal safety to be extremely vigilant in the Thetsane area of Maseru. The Embassy has received and verified two reports of nighttime robberies that occurred over the period September 27-28.
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Europe
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Netherlands
29 Sep 2006
The Amsterdam Police advised the Regional Security Office of a demonstration to occur on Saturday, September 30th at 1300 hours on the Museumplein in Amsterdam.
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Sub-Saharan Africa
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Sudan
28 Sep 2006
The United States Embassy in Khartoum has received reports of possible fighting in northern Omdurman earlier today, which may have included gunfire. The embassy is currently on lockdown.
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South / Central Asia
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Afghanistan
28 Sep 2006
This notice is to advise American citizens residing or traveling in Afghanistan that the Consular Section of the U.S. Embassy in Kabul will be open special hours during the month of Ramadan.
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South / Central Asia
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Afghanistan
28 Sep 2006
The U.S. Embassy has received information about an increased threat of attacks on Darulaman Road, south of the Palace.
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Middle East / N. Africa
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Bahrain
28 Sep 2006
Demonstrations may take place in Bahrain on September 28 and 29. The US Embassy advises all American citizens to continuously monitor events in the local press and to be aware of their surroundings at all times. If you find yourself encountering large unexpected gatherings or demonstrations, you should simply depart the area.
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Europe
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Czech Republic
27 Sep 2006
Many of you have seen press reports about heightened security in Prague in recent days, based on fears of a terrorist attack. At this time, we have no knowledge of specific terrorist plans in the Czech Republic.
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Europe
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Belgium
27 Sep 2006
This is a security alert for American citizens either living or traveling in the Brussels area.
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Americas
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Chile
26 Sep 2006
The United States Embassy in Santiago advises American citizens living in or visiting Chile of the likelihood of demonstrations by students and teachers in central Santiago.
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East Asia / Pacific
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Thailand
25 Sep 2006
The Consular Section of the American Embassy in Bangkok is pleased to inform you of an upcoming Embassy consular visit in Udorn.
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Middle East / N. Africa
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Israel, Jerusalem
25 Sep 2006
Although the Consulate has no information indicating a specific threat to American citizens or interests, it is worth noting that the upcoming religious holidays can serve as a potential flashpoint for outbreaks of violence or terrorism. Especially in Jerusalem's Old City, much larger than normal crowds can be expected, with a correspondingly heavy police presence.
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East Asia / Pacific
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Thailand
24 Sep 2006
The Thai Immigration Bureau recently announced a change in Visa Regulations that is scheduled to go into effect on October 1, 2006.
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South / Central Asia
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Sri Lanka
22 Sep 2006
Today at approximately 1:00 p.m., several Muslim organizations have planned island wide demonstrations to protest the killing of several Muslims in the eastern province. Please adjust your routes accordingly to avoid these demonstrations if possible.
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Sub-Saharan Africa
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Zambia
21 Sep 2006
There is significant traffic disruption in downtown Lusaka, including a fire in the city market and a crowd attacking passing vehicles. These are election related incidents.
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Middle East / N. Africa
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Syria
21 Sep 2006
Public demonstrations may occur on Friday, September 22 in Damascus or other cities in Syria as part of Islamic reaction to the recent speech of Pope Benedict XVI. As with any demonstration, there is a possibility that these may turn violent and anti-American in nature.
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Sub-Saharan Africa
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Djibouti
21 Sep 2006
In light of recent public demonstrations in the vicinity of the university districts 2, 3, and 4, the U.S. Embassy urges American citizens to exercise caution, avoid crowds and demonstrations, and avoid all unnecessary travel around the university over the coming days.
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Americas
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Colombia
21 Sep 2006
This Warden Message is to alert American citizens traveling to or residing in Colombia that the Embassy has received information from Colombian authorities of a threat by FARC elements to bomb a shopping mall in the northern Bogota area.
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Sub-Saharan Africa
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Sudan
21 Sep 2006
American citizens are urged to avoid any area in southern Sudan that has not been certified as cleared by a responsible de-mining authority. Recently, a U.N. military officer was seriously injured by unexploded ordnance in an area very close to a frequently-used public space.
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Europe
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Estonia
21 Sep 2006
On Friday, September 22, several demonstrations are expected to occur in Tallinn in relation to the 62nd anniversary of the Soviet occupation of Estonia.
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Middle East / N. Africa
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Bahrain
21 Sep 2006
A "Jerusalem Festival" is scheduled to take place September 21 during the evening hours in Nabih Saleh (perhaps from 7:00pm until approximately 10:00pm). It is possible that anti-American rhetoric or speeches may occur during this event. Nabih Saleh is the small island community on the right as you drive south across the Sitrah Causeway.
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Europe
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Hungary
20 Sep 2006
Incidents of rioting – including vandalism to buildings, arson of parked cars, and injuries to both police and rioters – broke out on the fringes of political demonstrations overnight in Budapest on September 18 and 19.
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Europe
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Portugal
20 Sep 2006
This Warden Message is being issued to inform U.S. citizens of Hurricane Gordon, which is expected to reach the Azores Islands region of Portugal beginning on the afternoon or early evening of September 19.
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Sub-Saharan Africa
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The Gambia
20 Sep 2006
This Warden Message alerts U.S. citizens to possible demonstrations during and after the September 22 Presidential Election in The Gambia. U.S. citizens traveling to or residing in The Gambia should exercise caution in the event of large-scale public demonstrations.
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Middle East / N. Africa
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Saudi Arabia
20 Sep 2006
During the upcoming month of Ramadan that will begin on or about Sunday, September 24, 2006, Americans are advised to be very respectful of the customs and laws of Saudi Arabia.
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