The United States has reminded its citizens in Kenya to exercise caution over threats of terror.....CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE>>>
In a security alert issued on Friday, September 13 by the US Embassy, US citizens were also advised to be on the lookout for potential kidnappings.
The US detailed that acts of terror occur with no warning hence the need to be vigilant at all times. Places frequented by foreigners were also highlighted to be targets of terrorists.
It was also explained that the security alert was informed by the terror attack anniversaries that are being observed across the globe.
“Terrorist groups could attack with little or no warning, targeting hotels, embassies, restaurants, malls and markets, schools, police stations, places of worship, and other places frequented by foreigners and tourists,” read the statement in part.
“While attacks can occur at any time, concerns are heightened in proximity to anniversaries of prior terrorist attacks, such as September 11th, the September 21st Westgate Mall attack, and the October 7th Hamas attack against Israel.”
Further, owing to the concerns, the Embassy listed actions that ought to be taken as a precaution including avoiding crowded areas.
US citizens were also called upon to review their local security plans and always monitor the media for updates and alerts.
Notably, hours after the US Embassy issued the alert, the UK also issued a warning to its citizens, referencing the US alert….CLICK HERE FOR MORE ARTICLE>>>
