Upcoming Relocation of the U.S. Embassy in Israel
Location: Mogadishu and Somalia, countrywide
Event: Extremists may use the upcoming relocation of the U.S. Embassy in Israel to target U.S. citizens. Terrorists may employ a variety of tactics. They may target schools, hospitals, churches, tourist locations, transportation hubs, and other public venues.
Actions to take:
· Keep a low profile.
· Avoid crowds and demonstrations.
· Be aware of your surroundings.
· Review your personal security plans.
· Monitor local media for updates.
· Report social media threats to local authorities.
Assistance:
- U.S. Embassy Nairobi, Kenya
+(254) (0)20-363-6451 during business hours
+(254) (0)20-363-6170 after business hours
- State Department – Consular Affairs
888-407-4747 or 202-501-4444
- Somalia Country Information: https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Somalia.html
- Enroll in Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive security updates
- Follow us on Facebook and Twitter. Our twitter feed is at https://twitter.com/US2Somalia, and our Facebook page is at https://www.facebook.com/US2Somalia/.
