US Asks Citizens to Refrain from Travelling to Afghanistan
The US Department of State has advised US citizens against travelling to Afghanistan due to terrorism, the risk of unlawful detention, and "criminal" activities.
The US Department of State has advised US citizens against travelling to Afghanistan due to terrorism, the risk of unlawful detention, and "criminal" activities.
The department has highlighted that terrorist groups are active in the country, posing risks of kidnapping and hostage-taking for US citizens.
In a statement issued on Monday, it was noted that humanitarian and aid workers in Afghanistan are being harassed and detained by the Taliban. The department also reported that the Taliban does not allow welfare check on the US citizens detained by the group.
The statement expressed concern about the lack of medical care for US prisoners and the physical abuse occurring in Taliban detention facilities.
The Department of State emphasised that US citizens should avoid travelling to Afghanistan for any reason, and those currently in the country should leave immediately, if possible.
It also noted that the department is unable to provide consular services to its citizens in Afghanistan.
Over the past three years, the US has consistently warned its citizens to refrain from travelling to Afghanistan.
Since the Taliban took control in August 2021, the US embassy in Kabul has suspended its operations.
The Department of State has confirmed that three US citizens are currently detained by the Taliban.
