U.S. citizens should evaluate carefully the implications for their security and safety before deciding to travel to Uzbekistan. While the situation in Uzbekistan is calm, ongoing events in the region warrant that all Americans in or traveling through Uzbekistan take measures to ensure their security and safety. The U.S. Government continues to receive credible indications that extremist individuals are planning additional terrorist actions against U.S. interests worldwide, including in Uzbekistan. The U.S. Embassy in Tashkent continues to employ heightened security precautions. Terrorist groups do not distinguish between official and civilian targets. Recent attacks underline the growing possibility that as security is increased at official U.S. facilities, terrorists and their sympathizers will seek softer targets. Full Story
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