The State Department urged U.S. travelers to Israel to observe a
general terrorist threat advisory for the country that was issued
by Israeli police and security officials on Feb. 12.
The advisory urges the public to be alert for suspicious
packages or objects and report any unusual activities to the
police. The department made these other announcements:
Uzbekistan no longer requires U.S. travelers to have an
official invitation from a sponsoring firm or individual. A
passport and a visa obtained in advance still are required.Senegal is holding elections, and political demonstrations
"could turn unruly and result in some civil unrest."In the Philippines, U.S. travelers should avoid demonstrations
by groups opposed to a U.S.-Philippine military exercise called
Balikatan that is taking place through March 3.In Nepal, Maoist groups are expected to "heighten their
activities" throughout the country and may target businesses in the
Kathmandu Valley to mark the fourth anniversary of a Maoist
insurgency.In Namibia, the northern area along the border with Angola
remains unsafe.