MOSCOW (Sputnik) — According to the statement, the threat of kidnapping also remains an issue of concern, especially in the southeast.
“Due to threats from international and indigenous groups, U.S. citizens should exercise caution when traveling throughout the country,” the statement reads.
The statement called on US nationals to “avoid travel to southeastern Turkey, particularly near the Syrian border,” as well as to “stay away from large crowds, including at popular tourist destinations” and to “exercise heightened vigilance and caution when visiting public access areas,” among other safety measures.
Turkey has been hit by numerous terrorist attacks in recent months, with both Islamist and Kurdish militant groups allegedly responsible.
On March 13, a car bomb exploded at a bus stop near Ankara’s central Kizilay square, leaving 37 dead and over 120 injured. Turkish police have detained at least 11 people in connection with the attack.
