U.S. Consulate in Turkey's Adana Closed Amid Ongoing Demonstrations
Date: 2023-10-19 Author: Dima Zakharov Categories: WORLD
The U.S. Consulate in Adana will remain closed to visitors until further notice, with U.S. citizens advised to reschedule appointments at the U.S. Embassy in Ankara. The embassy issued a statement, emphasizing concerns about potential violence and disruptions related to the anticipated demonstrations in Turkey.
The statement read, "The U.S. Consulate in Adana will remain closed to visitors until further notice. U.S. citizens can reschedule their appointments at the U.S. Embassy in Ankara." It further pointed out that the next few weeks in Turkey are expected to see significant demonstrations, primarily tied to the events in Israel and Gaza.
The embassy cautioned that even gatherings intended to be peaceful can escalate into violence. Protests may result in an increased police presence, road closures, and transportation disruptions. This warning extends to the entire country, urging U.S. citizens to exercise caution and stay informed about their surroundings by following local media updates.
U.S. government personnel in Turkey have been instructed to minimize their movements and avoid travel to the Adana consular district in the southeastern part of Turkey. The guidance provided includes staying away from protest areas and demonstrations, avoiding crowds, and maintaining a low profile. U.S. citizens are also advised to explore alternative routes to their usual destinations and plan to avoid transportation disruptions.
The statement read, "The U.S. Consulate in Adana will remain closed to visitors until further notice. U.S. citizens can reschedule their appointments at the U.S. Embassy in Ankara." It further pointed out that the next few weeks in Turkey are expected to see significant demonstrations, primarily tied to the events in Israel and Gaza.
The embassy cautioned that even gatherings intended to be peaceful can escalate into violence. Protests may result in an increased police presence, road closures, and transportation disruptions. This warning extends to the entire country, urging U.S. citizens to exercise caution and stay informed about their surroundings by following local media updates.
U.S. government personnel in Turkey have been instructed to minimize their movements and avoid travel to the Adana consular district in the southeastern part of Turkey. The guidance provided includes staying away from protest areas and demonstrations, avoiding crowds, and maintaining a low profile. U.S. citizens are also advised to explore alternative routes to their usual destinations and plan to avoid transportation disruptions.
