Security Alert - U.S. Embassy Baghdad, Iraq (September 24, 2019)
Location: Baghdad, Iraq
Event:
The
U.S. Embassy in Baghdad advises all U.S. citizens of heightened tensions in the
region and the need to remain vigilant. Attacks in major cities may occur
without warning, particularly after dark. U.S. citizens, and places where
U.S. citizens are known to gather, are likely to be targeted in such events.
Actions to Take:
·
Do
not travel to Iraq
·
Review
your personal security plans and carry a charged phone
·
Avoid
crowded places, and those known to cater to foreigners
·
Keep
a low profile
·
Be
aware of your surroundings
Assistance:
·
American Citizen Services Unit, U.S. Embassy Baghdad
Al-Kindi
Street, International Zone, Baghdad, Iraq
0760-030-3000
or (301) 985-8841 (when calling from the U.S.)
BaghdadACS@state.gov
https://iq.usembassy.gov
·
State Department – Consular Affairs
888-407-4747
or 202-501-4444
·
Iraq Country
Information
·
Iraq
Travel Advisory
·
Enroll in the Safe Traveler
Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive security updates
·
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