The State Department on Monday warned Americans traveling to Europe
of an increased risk of terrorist attacks, particularly over the holiday
season.
"Credible information indicates the Islamic State of Iraq
and the Levant (ISIL the U.S. gov't acronym for ISIS or Da'esh),
al-Qaeda, and their affiliates continue to plan terrorist attacks in
Europe, with a focus on the upcoming holiday season and associated
events," the travel advisory read.
The State Department urged
travelers to avoid large crowds and exercise caution at tourist sites,
festivals, large holiday events and outdoor markets. The agency also
warned that these attacks can come with little or no warning
Terrorists
have already carried out attacks in Belgium, France, Germany, and
Turkey this year but the advisory warns of the potential for attacks
throughout the continent.
The State Department issued a similar alert in May warning that the
larger number of tourists visiting Europe in summer months presented
greater targets for potential terrorist attacks in public locations
including, "major events, tourist sites, restaurants, commercial centers
and transportation."
The end of the alert notes that "European
authorities continue to conduct raids and disrupt terror," and the U.S.
is working closely with European allies on the threat from international
terrorism.
The advisory is set to expire at the end of February.
https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/world/state-dept-issues-travel-warning-for-europe-ahead-of-holidays/ar-AAkAKhX
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