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Congo

Medium
13 minutes ago
Dozens arrested during security operation in Beni, North Kivu province
Defer non-essential travel to North Kivu and South Kivu.

Nigeria

Medium
21 minutes ago
Deadly road accidents reported in Kano and other states
Road accidents are a common occurrence in Nigeria and incidents frequently result from poor driving standards, lax vehicle maintenance and unsafe road conditions.

Sudan

Moderate
23 minutes ago
Orange heatwave warning issued across central, eastern states through 21 April
Increase non-alcoholic fluid intake during hot temperatures. Limit outdoor activity to early morning and late evening hours. Stay in air-conditioned rooms if possible.

Iraq

High
48 minutes ago
Injuries and arrests reported following protest clashes in Basra, Basra governorate - Update
Avoid all protests. Seek shelter at signs of unrest. Reconsider travel to Iraq.

Malaysia

Medium
1 hour ago
Fire displaces thousands in Kampung Bahagia, Sabah state
Anticipate heightened security and associated disruptions in the area. Track local media for updates.

Nigeria

High
1 hour ago
Clashes involving security forces and militants reported in Sabon Birni LGA, Sokoto state
Further attacks are possible in the near-term; exercise a high degree of caution in rural areas and consider a personal security escort for overland travel.

India

High
1 hour ago
Injuries reported following protest clash in Imphal West district, Manipur state - Update
Further related clashes and unrest remain likely in Manipur in the near-term. Limit outdoor movement and seek shelter at signs of unrest.

United Kingdom

Moderate
1 hour ago
Attempted arson attack targets synagogue in Harrow, London
Remain vigilant at all times. Report all suspicious packages/behaviour to the authorities.

United States

Medium
2 hours ago
Police continue to investigate shooting incident in Iowa City, Iowa - Update
Anticipate heightened security and associated disruptions in the vicinity of the scene over the next several hours. Avoid the area.

South Africa

Moderate
2 hours ago
Gas tanker fire triggers road closure in Johannesburg
Anticipate heightened security and associated disruptions in the area over the next several hours. Allow for extra travel time.

Ireland

Moderate
2 hours ago
Pro-Palestine march planned in Dublin on 16 May
Anticipate heightened security and associated disruptions along the march route on 16 May. Plot route bypasses.

Tunisia

Moderate
2 hours ago
Protests reported in Tunis
Further related protests are possible in the near-term; plot route bypasses.

Germany

Moderate
2 hours ago
Orange rain and thunderstorm warnings issued in northeastern states through 20 April
Anticipate possible weather-related disruptions to travel/services in affected areas. Track local weather forecasts for updates.

Syrian Arab Republic

Medium
2 hours ago
Kurdish protests reported in Qamishli and Al-Hasakah, Hasakah governorate
Reconsider travel to Syria due to unpredictable security conditions; in-country travellers should avoid travel near government, security and religious sites.

Iraq

High
2 hours ago
Deadly Iranian drone strikes target Kurdish opposition group in Erbil governorate
Reconsider travel to Iraq. Avoid travel near government, security and religious sites; seek shelter in response to an attack.

Ukraine

Moderate
3 hours ago
Extreme cold warnings issued in northeastern oblasts on 20 April
Anticipate possible weather-related disruptions in the affected areas on 20 April. Track local weather forecasts for updates.

France

Moderate
3 hours ago
WWII bomb disposal operation triggers evacuations in Colombes, Île-de-France
Anticipate heightened security and associated disruptions in the affected area over the next several hours. Follow all directives.

United States

Medium
3 hours ago
Injuries reported following shooting incident in Iowa City, Iowa
Anticipate heightened security and associated disruptions in the vicinity of the scene over the next several hours. Plot route bypasses.

Australia

Medium
4 hours ago
Activists removed from pro-Palestine protest in Brisbane - Update
Anticipate heightened security and associated disruptions in the rally areas; plot bypass routes.

Australia

Medium
4 hours ago
Arrests reported during pro-Palestine rally in Brisbane - Update
Further related protests are likely in the near-term. Avoid all protests. Follow all directives.

Iraq

High
4 hours ago
Clashes reported during protest in Basra, Basra governorate
Avoid all protests. Seek shelter at signs of unrest. Reconsider travel to Iraq.

United States

Medium
4 hours ago
Police continue to investiagte shooting in Arden-Arcade near Sacramento, California - Update
Anticipate heightened security and associated disruptions in the vicinity of the scene over the next several hours. Plot route bypasses.

United States

Medium
4 hours ago
Police investiagte shooting incident in Sacramento, California
Anticipate heightened security and associated disruptions in the vicinity of the scene over the next several hours. Plot route bypasses.

Ecuador

Medium
4 hours ago
Deadly shooting reported in Guayaquil, Guayas province
Gang-related violence is on the rise. Maintain a low profile, vary routines and exercise security precautions in affected areas.

Mexico

Medium
4 hours ago
Security operation triggers road blockades, clashes in Tepalcatepec municipality, Michoacán state
Crime rates are high across Mexico. Maintain a low profile and review personal security arrangements for high-risk states.

Mexico

Medium
4 hours ago
Security forces clash with suspected CDN gunmen in Los Herreras municipality, Nuevo León state
Crime rates are high across Mexico. Avoid travel to areas unlikely to be visited by tourists.

Mexico

Medium
4 hours ago
Deadly shooting reported in Ayala municipality, Morelos state
Crime rates are high across Mexico. Maintain a low profile and review personal security arrangements for high-risk states.

Mexico

Medium
4 hours ago
Security forces clash with suspected CJNG gunmen in Coquimatlán municipality, Colima state
Crime rates are high across Mexico. Maintain a low profile and review personal security arrangements for high-risk states.

Paraguay

Moderate
4 hours ago
Education workers to rally in Asunción on 18 April
Anticipate heightened security and associated disruptions near the rally site on 18 April. Plot route bypasses.

Brazil

Moderate
4 hours ago
Workers to rally on 18 April in Cataguases, Minas Gerais state
Anticipate heightened security and associated disruptions near the rally site on 18 April. Plot route bypasses.

Chile

Moderate
4 hours ago
Animal rights activists to march in Santiago on 18 April
Anticipate heightened security and associated disruptions along the march route on 18 April. Plot route bypasses.

Andorra

Moderate
4 hours ago
SHA activists to rally and march in Andorra la Vella on 16 May
Anticipate heightened security and associated disruptions in the rally areas. Plot route bypasses.

Lebanon

Extreme
5 hours ago
IDF casualties reported from explosive device in Jebbayn, South governorate
Defer non-essential travel to Lebanon; in the event of a rocket attack or clashes, seek shelter.

United States

Moderate
5 hours ago
Shelter-in-place directive issued at Hawaii's Schofield Barracks
Anticipate heightened security and overland travel disruptions in the affected area over the next several hours; plot bypass routes. Follow all emergency directives.

Tajikistan

Moderate
5 hours ago
Landslides forecast in Districts of Republican Subordination, other areas until 21 April
Expect weather-related disruptions in the affected areas. Remain alert for landslide warning signs, including cracks or bulges in the soil or the faint rumbling sound of an approaching debris flow.

India

Moderate
6 hours ago
Activists to rally in Bengaluru, Karnataka state on 19 April
Anticipate heightened security and associated disruptions in the rally area. Plot route bypasses.

Philippines

High
6 hours ago
Security forces on high alert across BARMM following deadly clashes - Update
Vary itineraries and contract a reliable security escort for purposes of business-critical travel to Mindanao.

Thailand

Moderate
7 hours ago
Summer storms prompt heavy rainfall warnings in parts of Samut Prakan, other provinces - Update
Anticipate weather-related disruptions.

New Zealand

Medium
7 hours ago
Severe thunderstorm warning issued in Auckland, other areas - Update
Anticipate weather-related disruptions to travel/services in the affected areas over the next 24-48 hours.

Australia

Moderate
7 hours ago
Rally disrupts tram services in Melbourne - Update
Anticipate robust security and associated disruptions near the protest site. Allow for additional travel time.

United States

Moderate
8 hours ago
Strong winds trigger ground stop at George Bush Intercontinental Airport in Houston, Texas
Contact booking agents for updated itineraries and possible rebooking/refund options.

United States

Medium
8 hours ago
Barricade situation triggers road closures in Las Vegas, Nevada
Anticipate heightened security and overland disruptions near the area. Plot route bypasses.

New Zealand

Medium
9 hours ago
Floods prompt evacuations, SoEs in Manawatū-Whanganui - Update
Follow all official directives.

New Zealand

Medium
10 hours ago
Tornado causes disruptions in Tauranga, Bay of Plenty region
Anticipate weather-related disruptions to travel/services in affected areas. Seek shelter in response to tornado warnings and signs.

Canada

Moderate
10 hours ago
Police urge shelter-in-place due to barricade situation in Sarnia, Ontario
Follow all official directives. Anticipate heightened security and overland travel disruptions in the affected area; plot bypass routes.

United States

Moderate
10 hours ago
Airspace volume triggers ground stop at New York-LaGuardia Airport
Contact booking agents for updated itineraries and possible rebooking/refund options.

New Zealand

Medium
11 hours ago
Weather warnings issued in Wellington, other regions - Update
Anticipate weather-related disruptions.

Georgia

Moderate
11 hours ago
Opposition activists march in Tbilisi, other cities
Plot route bypasses. Avoid all protests and concentrations of security forces.

Spain

Medium
11 hours ago
Police arrest football ultras in Seville, Andalusia
Further related clashes are possible in the near-term. Exercise caution around large groups of fans.

Ukraine

High
11 hours ago
Death toll rises following shooting in Holosiivskyi district, Kyiv - Update
Anticipate heightened security and overland travel disruptions in the affected area over the next several hours. Avoid the area.

Congo

High
11 hours ago
Gunmen target bus outside of Kisangani, Tshopo province
Avoid overland travel in rural areas in eastern Congo. Contract security escorts with local experience for business-critical travel.

Ukraine

High
11 hours ago
Security forces kill gunmen in Holosiivskyi district, Kyiv - Update
Anticipate heightened security and overland travel disruptions over the next several hours. Avoid the area.

Ukraine

High
11 hours ago
Deadly shooting incident reported in Kyiv
Anticipate heightened security and overland travel disruptions over the next several hours; plot route bypasses.

Germany

Moderate
11 hours ago
Environmental protests reported in Berlin, other cities
Further related protests are possible in the near-term. Plot route bypasses.

Sudan

High
11 hours ago
SAF seize control of parts of North and South Kordofan states
For essential travel, register with consular authorities, maintain a low profile and ensure proximity to identified shelters or hardened facilities.

Germany

Medium
11 hours ago
Deadly explosion reported in Völklingen, Saarland
Anticipate robust security and associated disruptions in the affected area over the next several hours. Plot route bypasses.

Israel

Moderate
11 hours ago
Anti-government rallies planned in Tel Aviv and Haifa on 18 April
Anticipate heightened security and associated disruptions in the vicinity of the protest sites. Plot route bypasses.

Lebanon

Extreme
11 hours ago
UNIFIL soldier killed by suspected Hezbollah militants in Ghanduriyah, Nabatieh governorate - Update
Defer non-essential travel to Lebanon. In the event of a rocket attack/clashes, seek shelter.

Lebanon

Extreme
11 hours ago
Israeli airstrikes reported across Nabatieh governorate despite ceasefire
Defer non-essential travel to Lebanon. In the event of a rocket attack/clashes, seek shelter.

United Kingdom

Medium
11 hours ago
Far-right march, counter-protests trigger disruptions in Manchester - Update
Anticipate heightened security and associated disruptions in the affected areas.

United Kingdom

Moderate
11 hours ago
Police investigate attempted arson attack in Hendon, London
Remain vigilant at all times. Report all suspicious packages/behaviour to the authorities.

Oman

Extreme
11 hours ago
Iranian attack targets vessel in the Strait of Hormuz - Update
Anticipate disruptions to maritime travel.

Iran

Extreme
11 hours ago
Iranian attack targets vessel in the Strait of Hormuz - Update
Anticipate disruptions to maritime travel.

Zimbabwe

Moderate
11 hours ago
Independence Day celebrations reported underway in Maphisa, Matabeleland South
Anticipate heightened security and associated disruptions in the affected area over the next several hours.

Iran

Medium
11 hours ago
Airports reopen in Tehran, other cities - Update
Contact booking agents for updated itineraries and refund/rebooking options. Defer non-essential travel to Iran.

Kuwait

High
11 hours ago
Authorities extend nationwide airspace closure - Update
Contact booking agents for updated itineraries/rebooking options. Track local media for situational updates.

Oman

Extreme
11 hours ago
IRGC declares Strait of Hormuz closed amid US naval blockade - Update
Anticipate disruptions to maritime travel.

Iran

Extreme
11 hours ago
IRGC declares Strait of Hormuz closed amid US naval blockade - Update
Anticipate disruptions to maritime travel.

Spain

Moderate
11 hours ago
Officials warn of adverse weather at Melilla Airport
Contact booking agents for updates or possible refund/rebooking options.

Syrian Arab Republic

Moderate
11 hours ago
Commemorative event planned in Homs, Homs governorate on 18 April
Reconsider travel to Syria due to unpredictable security conditions; in-country travellers should avoid travel near government, security and religious sites.

Albania

Medium
11 hours ago
Clashes reported at Democratic Party protest in Tirana
Further related protests are possible in the near-term. Avoid all protests.

Iran

Medium
11 hours ago
Airspace partially reopens - Update
Contact booking agents for updated itineraries and refund/rebooking options. Defer non-essential travel to Iran. In-country travellers should review evacuation plans.

United Kingdom

Moderate
11 hours ago
Zimbabwean community groups to rally in London on 18 April
Anticipate heightened security and overland travel disruptions in the rally area; plot bypass routes.

Ukraine

High
11 hours ago
Russian drone attacks cause injury and damage in Odesa oblast
Review evacuation plans. In the event of an escalation of hostilities, limit outdoor movement and seek shelter.

Russia

High
11 hours ago
Downed Ukrainian drone causes fire in Gagarinsky district, Sevastopol
Defer non-essential travel to the affected region. Register with consular authorities.

South Africa

Moderate
11 hours ago
Heightened security expected for football match in Pretoria on 18 April
Anticipate travel disruptions near the arena on 18 April; exercise caution around large groups of fans.

United Kingdom

Moderate
11 hours ago
Far-right, counter-protests planned in Manchester on 18 April - Update
Anticipate heightened security and associated disruptions in affected areas on 18 March. Plot route bypasses; avoid all protests.

Congo

Moderate
11 hours ago
Civil society activists to march in Kinshasa on 18 April
Anticipate heightened security and associated disruptions along the march route on 18 April. Plot route bypasses. Avoid all protests.

Cameroon

Medium
11 hours ago
Ambazonia separatists observe ceasefire during papal visit
Limit outdoor exposure and exercise caution in the Anglophone Southwest and Northwest regions. Tensions remain high and further unrest is likely in the near-term.

Saudi Arabia

High
11 hours ago
Scoot continues to suspend flights at Jeddah International Airport through 18 April - Update
Contact booking agents for updates and refund/rebooking options.

Germany

Medium
11 hours ago
Lufthansa to withdraw entire CityLine fleet from 18 April
Anticipate disruptions to affected Lufthansa flights from 18 April. Contact booking agents for updates.

Iran

High
11 hours ago
Airspace closure extended until 18 April - Update
Contact booking agents for updated itineraries and refund/rebooking options. Defer non-essential travel to Iran. In-country travellers should review evacuation plans.

Germany

Moderate
11 hours ago
Regional public transport disrupted across Saxony due to ongoing strike through 18 April
Anticipate disruptions to affected public transport services for the duration of the strike.

Guinea

Medium
11 hours ago
Power outages planned across parts of Conakry on 15-18 April
Anticipate disruptions to power supplies across the affected areas on 15-18 April.

United Kingdom

Moderate
11 hours ago
Housing demonstration planned in London on 18 April
Anticipate heightened security and associated disruptions near the rally site during the protest. Plot route bypasses.

Israel

High
11 hours ago
Air Haifa suspends flights at Haifa Airport through 18 April - Update
Contact booking agents for updates and refund/rebooking options.

Saudi Arabia

Moderate
11 hours ago
Saudi Arabia requires certain visa holders to leave the country and Makkah by 18 April - Update
Anticipate heightened security and associated travel disruptions across Mecca throughout the Hajj period. Confirm entry rules before departure.

Cameroon

Moderate
11 hours ago
Disruptions expected for papal visit to Yaoundé, Bamenda and Douala on 15-18 April - Update
Plot route bypasses.

Ireland

Moderate
11 hours ago
Anti-war protest planned in Dublin on 18 April
Anticipate heightened security and related disruptions in the vicinity of the rally site on 18 April. Plot route bypasses.

Israel

High
11 hours ago
TUS Airways and Bluebird Airways continue to suspend flights to Tel Aviv through 18 April - Update
Contact booking agents for updates and refund/rebooking options.

Israel

High
11 hours ago
El Al continues to suspend flights in the country through 18 April - Update
Contact booking agents for updates or possible refund/rebooking options.

United Kingdom

Moderate
11 hours ago
Pro-Palestine rally planned in Edinburgh on 18 April
Anticipate heightened security and associated disruptions in the vicinity of the area on 18 April. Plot route bypasses.

United Kingdom

Moderate
11 hours ago
Britain First march planed in Manchester on 18 April
Anticipate heightened security and associated disruptions along the march route on 18 April. Plot route bypasses.

United Kingdom

Moderate
11 hours ago
Protest march planned at London's Stamford Bridge stadium on 18 April
Anticipate heightened security and associated disruptions along the march route on 18 April. Plot route bypasses.

Saudi Arabia

High
11 hours ago
Aegean Airlines extends flight suspensions to and from Riyadh through 18 April - Update
Contact booking agents for updates and refund/rebooking options.

UAE

High
11 hours ago
Transavia suspends flights to Dubai International Airport through 18 April - Update
Contact booking agents for updates and refund/rebooking options.

Cameroon

Moderate
11 hours ago
Disruptions expected for papal visit to Yaoundé, Bamenda and Douala on 15-18 April
Anticipate heightened security and associated disruptions in affected areas on 15-18 April. Allow for additional travel time.

China

Moderate
11 hours ago
Marathon underway in Qingdao, Shandong province
Anticipate disruptions to travel/services in affected areas over the next several hours. Plot route bypasses.

South Korea

Moderate
12 hours ago
Groups plan demonstrations in Seoul on 19 April
Anticipate robust security and traffic disruptions in rally areas; plot bypass routes.

North Korea

Moderate
13 hours ago
Military launches unidentified projectile towards East Sea
Anticipate a heightened state of alert in the Korean Peninsula, with increased troop activity along the Korean Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) and Yellow Sea disputed border areas.
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