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American citizens currently abroad or with upcoming holiday travel overseas need to be mindful of personal security awareness in the coming days and weeks.
In the last hour, 6 U.S. embassies in European countries have issued a common alert warning of need for caution and increased personal security awareness. U.S. Foreign Missions across the EU and beyond will be doing the same in the coming hours.
The message from the U.S. Embassy in Spain is as follows:
Political Violence; Significant Events
12/6/2017
The recent announcement that the United States recognizes Jerusalem as the capital of Israel and plans to relocate the U.S. Embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem may spark protests, some of which have the potential to become violent. The U.S. Embassy in Madrid and Consulate General in Barcelona remind U.S. citizens of the need for caution and awareness of personal security.
Review your personal security plans; remain aware of your surroundings, including local events; and monitor local news for updates. Maintain a high-level of vigilance, take appropriate steps to enhance your personal security and follow instructions of local authorities. Avoid areas of demonstrations, and exercise caution if in the vicinity of any large gatherings, protests, or demonstrations.
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As reported by AlertsUSA on 12/3:
US embassies & consulates worldwide are on heightened alert re POTUS announcing US recognition of Jerusalem as Israel’s capital and movement of embassy from Tel Aviv.
Formal implementation of the Act and recognition of Jerusalem as the undivided capital of the State of Israel is going to set off a firestorm throughout the Middle East and beyond.
The move would be at odds with the United Nations’ continued refusal to recognize Jerusalem as Israel’s capital.
Hamas, the Palestinian Sunni-Islamic fundamentalist organization, has promised another Intifada (uprising) if President Trump moves forward with the plan.
The establishment of a Palestinian State and the total and complete destruction of Israel has been a battle cry of Islamic terror organizations for decades. Al Qaeda has leveraged the topic to get followers stirred up, as has the Islamic State. Expect more of this.
The move could also trigger significant anti-America sentiment across Europe, with many countries holding vehement anti-Semitic prejudices.
Expect the threat tempo to increase both domestic and abroad. Caution and vigilance are urged, particularly for synagogues, Jewish community centers and schools.
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