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US Government Warns Of Attacks In Syria On Eid-al-Fitr; Mentions 'Do Not Travel' As Advisory

Further the statement also mentioned that the methods of attack could include, but are not limited to, 'individual attackers, armed gunmen, or the use of explosive devices'.

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The United States government has warned its citizens living in Syria at the moment of 'increased possibility' of attacks during Eid al-Fitr holiday. The US embassy in Syria in a statement notified that the attacks may target 'embassies, international organizations, and Syrian public institutions' in Damascus.

Further the statement also mentioned that the methods of attack could include, but are not limited to, 'individual attackers, armed gunmen, or the use of explosive devices'.

The U.S. Department of State’s Travel Advisory for Syria is at Level 4: Do Not Travel.

They said, "This advisory remains in effect due to the significant risks of terrorism, civil unrest, kidnapping, hostage-taking, armed conflict, and unjust detention."

The US government has also clarified that it won't be able to provide any routine or emergency consular services to its citizens in Syria.

The US Embassy in Damascus suspended its operations in 2012.

The Czech Republic serves as the protecting power for US interests in Syria.

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