India – Airport Security Tightened

Security is being tightened at airports across India following fears of an aircraft hijack to demand the release of Indian Mujahideen founder Yasin Bhatkal and a tip-off that an explosive device may be detonated in New Delhi. The note warned about a threat from a hired/hijacked helicopter, remote-controlled microlight aircraft, …

Sochi – State Department Issues Travel Alert

Americans planning to attend the Winter Olympics in Sochi, Russia, should be vigilant about their security due to potential terrorist threats, crime and uncertain medical care, the State Department advised Friday. In a travel alert, the department said it was not aware of specific threats to U.S. interests related to …

Mexico – Travel Warning

US citizens advised of the risk of traveling in Mexico due to threats to safety and security posed by Transnational Criminal Organizations (TCOs) in the country. U.S. citizens have been the target of violent crimes, such as kidnapping, carjacking, and robbery by TCOs in various Mexican states. This warning excludes …