As the summer vacation season formally kicks off this trip, Newsweek has analyzed the U. S. State Department’s complete list of worldwide travel advisories, categorized by their level of risk. The State Department regularly updates go recommendations for over 200 places, categorizing them into four levels based on safety and security risks. These levels range from Level 1 ( “Exercise Normal Precautions” ) to Level 4 (” Do Not Travel” ).
Level 4: Would No TravelCountries under the Level 4 advice are considered extremely harmful for Americans due to threats such as violence, civil unrest and violence. As of May 2024, the U. S. state advises against go to the following locations: Afghanistan: The country faces serious challenges from violence, theft, and civil unrest. The U. S. Embassy in Kabul ceased activities in August 2021 when American causes pulled out of the 20- season- lengthy war. The state is now back in the hands of the Taliban. Belarus: The ongoing conflict in neighboring Ukraine and the presence of Russian military troops in Belarus pose major challenges, according to the State Department. Burkina Faso: Terrorism and violent violence are common, especially in the East and Sahel areas. Central African Republic: Limited state power and violent crime make traveling uncomfortable. Myanmar: Following the 2021 military coup, the land is in the throes armed conflict and civil unrest. Haiti: Kidnappings and harsh violence are rife, prompting the U. S. authorities to remove non- emergency personnel from its official in Port- au- Prince in July 2023. The main airport only recently restarted operations.
An injured Palestinian boy stands next to the rubble of a family house that was hit overnight in Israeli bombardment in the Tal al- Sultan neighbourhood of Rafah in southern Gaza on May 20, 2024, amid…
An injured Palestinian boy stands next to the rubble of a family house that was hit overnight in Israeli bombardment in the Tal al- Sultan neighbourhood of Rafah in southern Gaza on May 20, 2024, amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and the Palestinian Hamas group. Israel is among the countries given a Level 4 travel advisory by the U. S. State Dept.
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Israel and the West Bank: The Israel- Hamas war and terrorist activities pose high risks to tourists. Russia: The ongoing invasion of Ukraine, along with arbitrary detentions and harassment of U. S. citizens, makes travel highly dangerous. Level 3: Reconsider TravelCountries under the Level 3 advisory are considered high- risk, and travelers should reconsider non- essential travel, per the State Dept. Key countries include: Mexico: Several states, including Colima, Guerrero, Michoacan, Sinaloa, Tamaulipas, and Zacatecas, are particularly dangerous due to organized crime and kidnapping. Lebanon: Ongoing conflicts and the presence of militant groups make certain regions, especially near the Syrian border, highly unsafe. Colombia: The advisory notes that violent crime, such as homicide, assault, and armed robbery, is common, and terrorist groups are active in some regions. Sudan: Ongoing conflicts between military factions have resulted in severe civil unrest and humanitarian crises. Level 2: Exercise Increased CautionFor countries under Level 2 advisories, travelers should exercise increased caution due to various risks. Notable countries include: France, Spain, Germany and the U. K.: Civil unrest and terrorism remain concerns, especially in urban areas. South Africa: Crime, particularly in urban areas, is a significant risk. The Bahamas: Water safety issues and gang- related violence contribute to the advisory. Level 1: Exercise Normal PrecautionsThis level indicates that travelers should exercise standard safety precautions, similar to those they would take in any international destination. There are no significant safety or security concerns in these countries.
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