Embassy of the United States of America Colombo PRESS RELEASE Public Affairs Section Tel: +94 (1) 249-8100 Fax: +94 (1) 244-9070 Email: VanHornNT@state.gov ● https://lk.usembassy.gov The United States Government continues to assist Sri Lankan authorities in the aftermath of the horrific attacks that occurred in the country on Easter Sunday. At the request of the Sri Lankan ... Read More»
United States Provides Support to Sri Lanka in Wake of Attacks
Embassy of the United States of America Colombo PRESS RELEASE Public Affairs Section Tel: +94 (1) 249-8100 Fax: +94 (1) 244-9070 Email: VanHornNT@state.gov ● https://lk.usembassy.gov Release No. 20190427 United States Provides Support to Sri Lanka in Wake of Attacks April 27, Colombo: Following the tragic Easter Sunday attacks, President Trump immediately extended an offer of comprehensive support to Sri ... Read More»
Travel Advisory: Sri Lanka – Level 3 – Reconsider Travel
Reconsider travel to Sri Lanka due to terrorism. On April 26, 2019, the Department of State ordered the departure of all school-age family members of U.S. government employees in Kindergarten through 12th grade. The Department also authorized the voluntary departure of non-emergency U.S. government employees and family members. Terrorist groups continue plotting possible attacks in Sri ... Read More»
Security Alert: U.S. Embassy Colombo, Sri Lanka
Location: Sri Lanka Event: Terrorist groups continue plotting possible attacks in Sri Lanka. Terrorists may attack with little or no warning, targeting tourist locations, transportation hubs, markets, shopping malls, government facilities, hotels, clubs, restaurants, places of worship, parks, major sporting and cultural events, educational institutions, airports, hospitals, and other public areas. Actions to Take: Be aware ... Read More»
Security Alert: U.S. Embassy Colombo, Sri Lanka
Location: Sri Lanka Event: Sri Lankan authorities are reporting that additional attacks targeting places of worship may occur. U.S. citizens are encouraged to avoid these areas over the weekend, starting tomorrow, April 26th through Sunday, April 28th. Continue to remain vigilant and avoid large crowds. Actions to Take: Be aware of your surroundings. Stay alert in locations ... Read More»
Security Alert: U.S. Embassy Colombo, Sri Lanka
Location: Sri Lanka Event: Sri Lankan authorities are reporting that additional attacks may occur targeting places of worship. Avoid these areas over the weekend, starting tomorrow, April 26th through Sunday, April 28th. Continue to remain vigilant and avoid large crowds. Actions to Take: Be aware of your surroundings. Stay alert in locations frequented by tourists. Review your ... Read More»
U.S. Ambassador Calls for Unity, Details U.S. Support to Sri Lanka
Embassy of the United States of America Colombo Press Release Public Affairs Section Tel: +94 (1) 249-8100 Fax: +94 (1) 244-9070 Email: VanHornNT@state.gov Release No. 20190425 April 25, Colombo: U.S. Ambassador to Sri Lanka Alaina B. Teplitz called for unity in the wake of the Easter Sunday terrorist attacks that killed at least 359 innocent people, ... Read More»
Security Alert: U.S. Embassy Colombo, Sri Lanka,
Location: Colombo Event: Following the bombings on Sunday, April 21, Sri Lankan authorities continue to pursue leads related to the attacks. Be prepared for possible checkpoints, road closures, and ongoing searches of people, vehicles, and other items of interest. Actions to Take: Be aware of your surroundings when traveling to tourist locations and crowded public ... Read More»
Acting Secretary McAleenan Statement on Sri Lanka Attacks
April 21, 2019 WASHINGTON – Acting Secretary of Homeland Security Kevin K. McAleenan released the following statement in response to the reported terror attacks in Sri Lanka: “On behalf of the men and women of DHS, I want to express condolences and sympathies for those affected by the Easter Sunday attack on multiple hotels and places ... Read More»
House Foreign Affairs Lead Republican Michael McCaul’s (R-TX) Statement on Terrorist Attack in Sri Lanka
April 21, 2019 Washington D.C. – House Foreign Affairs Lead Republican Michael McCaul (R-TX) released the following statement regarding the terrorist attacks this morning in Sri Lanka. Lead Republican McCaul: “I am horrified by the terrorist attacks that took place in Sri Lanka this morning leading to over 200 deaths and hundreds of casualties on ... Read More»
Sri Lanka Travel Advisory
Travel Advisory April 21, 2019 Sri Lanka – Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution Exercise increased caution in Sri Lanka due to terrorism. Terrorist groups continue plotting possible attacks in Sri Lanka. Terrorists may attack with little or no warning, targeting tourist locations, transportation hubs, markets/shopping malls, local government facilities, hotels, clubs, restaurants, places of worship, parks, ... Read More»
Statement from the White House Press Secretary Regarding the Terrorist Attacks in Sri Lanka
The White House Office of the Press Secretary FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 21, 2019 The United States condemns in the strongest terms the outrageous terrorist attacks in Sri Lanka that have claimed so many precious lives on this Easter Sunday. Our heartfelt condolences go out to the families of the more than 200 killed and ... Read More»
Statement from the Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo Regarding the Terrorist Attacks in Sri Lanka
Press Statement Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State Washington, DC April 21, 2019 The United States condemns in the strongest terms the terror attacks in Sri Lanka on Easter morning. Attacks on innocent people gathering in a place of worship or enjoying a holiday meal are affronts to the universal values and freedoms that we ... Read More»
Terrorist Attacks in Sri Lanka
Statement from the White House Press Secretary The White House Office of the Press Secretary FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 21, 2019 The United States condemns in the strongest terms the outrageous terrorist attacks in Sri Lanka that have claimed so many precious lives on this Easter Sunday. Our heartfelt condolences go out to the families of the more than 200 killed and ... Read More»
Security Alert – U.S. Embassy Colombo, Sri Lanka
Locations: Colombo, Kochchikade, Katuwapitiya and Batticaloa Event: Media report multiple explosions throughout Sri Lanka. Affected areas include the Shangri La, Cinnamon Grand and Kingsbury hotels in Colombo and churches in Kochchikade, Katuwapitiya and Batticaloa. Actions to Take: · Avoid public areas, especially hotels and places of worship. · Monitor local media for updates. · Be aware of your surroundings. U.S. ... Read More»
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