US State Department Sends Out ‘Worldwide Caution’ Alert to Americans

The US State Department issued a rare worldwide alert.
US State Department Sends Out ‘Worldwide Caution’ Alert to Americans
A U.S. flag at a U.S. Embassy building in a file photo. Adek Berry/AFP via Getty Images
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The U.S. State Department on Thursday issued a worldwide alert to Americans overseas due to the potential for terrorist attacks, coming in the midst of heightened tensions in the Middle East due to the Israel–Hamas conflict.

“Due to increased tensions in various locations around the world, the potential for terrorist attacks, demonstrations or violent actions against U.S. citizens and interests, the Department of State advises U.S. citizens overseas to exercise increased caution,” the alert said.
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