The United States launches a global travel alert for its citizens to exercise extreme caution due to the risk of terrorist attacks

The United States Government has issued a global travel alert this Thursday to ask American citizens to exercise extreme caution in the face of the risk of terrorist attacks after in recent days it has limited its warnings to the Middle East due to the open conflict. between Israel and Hamas.

The State Department has warned of increasing “tensions” in several locations and the risk of some type of violent action against US citizens or interests.

For this reason, it calls for special vigilance in places “frequented by tourists” and to remain aware of any alerts that may be issued.

Support for Israel

This same Thursday, the North American authorities had also recommended leaving Lebanon, a country bordering Israel, “as long as possible”, days after advising against travel.

The United States has underscored its support for the Israeli response to Hamas attacks, as President Joe Biden made clear Wednesday during an official visit where he met with Israel's top leaders.