On Wednesday, both the United States and Israel issued urgent travel warnings to their citizens, advising them to avoid specific coastal regions in Sri Lanka, particularly the popular tourist destination of Arugam Bay. The warnings were prompted by credible information regarding a potential terrorist attack targeting popular tourist locations. The US Embassy in Sri Lanka stated that it had “received credible information warning of an attack targeting popular tourist locations in the Arugam Bay area.
” This area, known for its surfing appeal, is frequented by many international travellers, including Israeli citizens. Israel’s National Security Council responded by elevating its travel advisory to the highest level (Level 4) for the southern and western coastal areas, including Arugam Bay. The Council urged Israeli citizens to “immediately leave Arugam Bay and the south and west coastal areas of Sri Lanka.
” Popular cities such as Ahangama, Galle, Hikkaduwa, and Weligama were specifically included in this advisory. Israelis currently in these regions were advised to either leave the country or move to the capital, Colombo, where local security forces are more concentrated. Two arrests made amid terror alert Local media reported Thursday that two Sri Lankan nationals were arrested in connection with the terror threats against Israelis.
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