 "A general view of commercial banks amid haze during evening hours in Karachi, Pakistan, on January 3, 2022. Reuters File")
The US State Department on Friday said that it has temporarily limited visits by government personnel to high-end hotels in Pakistan’s Karachi after receiving a report of a threat.
“The US Consulate General Karachi received a report of a threat directed at high-end hotels in Karachi,” Reuters quoted the department as saying in a security alert.
“The US Consulate General in Karachi has temporarily limited visits by official US government personnel to these hotels,” it added.
The State Department noted that in response to security threats, it may restrict official US personnel from visiting certain locations abroad, including tourist sites, hotels, markets, malls, and restaurants.
Its latest security alert advises individuals to steer clear of crowded areas, maintain a low profile, and remain vigilant in places popular with tourists and Western nationals.
A travel advisory remains in effect for Pakistan, urging US citizens to reconsider travel due to terrorism risks and the potential for armed conflict.
With inputs from agencies