US embassy in S.Africa issues terror attack warning
Updated: 2015-09-08 23:16
(Xinhua)
|
||||||||
JOHANNESBURG - The US embassy in South Africa said on Tuesday that it has received information that extremists may be targeting US interests in the country.
The interests to be targeted possibly include US government facilities and other facilities identifiable with US business interests, the embassy said in a statement.
"There is no additional information as to timing or potential targeting," the statement said.
"Review your personal security plans; remain aware and vigilant of your surroundings, including local events, monitor local news stations for updates and follow instructions from local authorities," the embassy advised.
"Be vigilant and take appropriate steps to enhance your personal security," it added.
Fears for terror attacks on Western targets in South Africa have been existed for some time. There have been reports that "White Widow" Samantha Lewthwaite was seen spying on Western embassies in South Africa before she allegedly masterminded the West Gate shopping mall attack in Nairobi, Kenya.
The 31-year-old Briton is known to have been in South Africa between 2008 and 2011, travelling under the assumed name Natalie Faye Webb on a fraudulently obtained South African passport.
In January and February 2013, she was allegedly caught on CCTV cameras watching embassies in the Arcadia area of Pretoria, including the British High Commission.
Arcadia is home to the Union Buildings and South African president's official residence, in addition to US embassy and many other foreign embassies.
- China and US discuss ways to fight terror
- Somalia's terror attack: Hope among debris
- Paper: App tracking Prince William flights poses terror risk
- Foreigners allegedly watching terror video deported from China
- Convert quits terror group he once admired
- China cracks down on violence, terror-themed comics online
- Egypt court annuls blacklisting Hamas as terror group
- Russia through the lens
- 10 things you may not know about White Dew
- Pet dog turns out to be fox
- Top 10 most profitable listed Chinese carmakers in H1
- Lights, camera, action at Beijing Film Academy
- Aerial view of Yamzho Yumco Lake in Tibet
- Chinese 'blade runners' fight for sports dreams
- The world in photos: Aug 31 - Sept 6
Most Viewed
Economy on path of steady growth[1]|chinadaily.com.cn
Gay sex poses HIV threat for youth|Society|chinadaily.com.cn
Japan to release videos of Chinese activists|Asia-Pacific|chinadaily.com.cn
Gay sex blamed for rise in young students with HIV/AIDS|Society|chinadaily.com.cn
More young adults living with parents|Americas|chinadaily.com.cn
Magazine seeks Guangzhou expat families to tour Fujian[1]|chinadaily.com.cn
World's longest sightseeing escalator awaits you in Central China[4]|chinadaily.com.cn
Dai Ethnic Group[1]|chinadaily.com.cn
Minmetals unit offers sponge city solutions for rainfall usage|Business|chinadaily.com.cn
Licenses revoked in anti-porn campaign|Society|chinadaily.com.cn
Editor's Picks
8 highlights about V-day Parade |
Glimpses of Tibet: Plateaus, people and faith |
Chinese entrepreneurs remain optimistic despite economic downfall |
50th anniversary of Tibet autonomous region |
Tianjin explosions: Deaths, destruction and bravery |
Cinemas enjoy strong first half |
Today's Top News
Xi's visit a chance for Obama to make history
Unlike Europe, US slow to open its doors to welcome refugees
China celebrates 50th anniversary of Tibet's autonomy
China vows deepened war against Tibet separatists
Sarah Palin: Immigrants should 'speak American'
Germany frees up funds for refugees, speeds up asylum procedures
China 2014 GDP growth revised down to 7.3%
White paper on Tibet reaffirms living Buddha policy
US Weekly
Geared to go |
The place to be |