WASHINGTON: The US today issued a worldwide travel alert for its citizens, particularly in the Middle East and North Africa, because of an al-Qaida terrorist threat.
"Current information suggests that al-Qaida and affiliated organisations continue to plan terrorist attacks both in the region and beyond, and that they may focus efforts to conduct attacks in the period between now and the end of August," the State Department said in a statement.
The State Department alerted US citizens to the "continued potential for terrorist attacks, particularly in the Middle East and North Africa, and possibly occurring in or emanating from the Arabian Peninsula".
The statement said the worldwide travel alert would expire on August 31.
According to the alert, terrorists may select to use a variety of means and weapons and target both official and private interests.
US citizens are reminded of the potential for terrorists to attack public transportation systems and other tourist infrastructure.
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