US Embassy in Kabul warns of 'imminent' terror attacks
The US Embassy in the Afghan capital has warned American citizens in the country over 'imminent' terror attacks in Kabul.
The embassy issued an emergency message on Monday, stating that it had received credible reports of a looming terrorist attack in Kabul within the next 48 hours.
American citizens are warned to remain vigilant and “exercise extreme caution” while moving around the country.
“The security situation in Afghanistan is extremely unstable, and the threat to all US citizens in Afghanistan remains critical. US citizens currently visiting or residing in Afghanistan may wish to consider departing,” the statement added.
The embassy also urged American nationals to review their security plans and take appropriate measures to enhance their safety but failed to provide further details on the targets, timing, or method of the planned attack.
The warning comes on the heels of a new Travel Warning for Afghanistan that the US Department of State issued for its citizens on November 19.
“Kabul remains at high risk for militant attacks, including vehicle-borne improvised explosive devices (VBIED), direct and indirect fire, and suicide bombings. The same risks also exist in other major cities in Afghanistan…. An ongoing risk of kidnapping and hostage taking exists throughout Afghanistan,” the Travel Warning stated.
In October, President Barack Obama announced his plans to keep nearly 10,000 US troops in Afghanistan through 2016 and some 5,500 in 2017 for alleged security concerns, reneging on his promise to end the war there and bring home most American forces from the Asian country before he leaves office.
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