The U.S. State Department on Tuesday (today) issued a global warning on travel amid increased terrorist threats.
The travel alert, shall be in effect until February 24, because current information suggested that militants with ISIS, al-Qaeda, Boko Haram and other militant groups have continued to plan attacks in several regions around the world.
The release however, did not provide specifics of any planned attacks or threats, and did not specify the regions that are to be affected, except to note attacks this year in France, Nigeria, Denmark, Turkey and Mali.
The U.S. State Department noted that the current information suggested that the Islamic State movement, al-Qaeda, Boko Haram and other terrorist groups are planning more terrorist attacks in multiple regions.
“U.S. citizens should exercise vigilance when in public places or using transportation.
“Be aware of immediate surroundings and avoid large crowds or crowded places,’’ it said.
The State Department said the U.S. was currently exchanging information with allies about threats of international terrorism.
