The State Department is issuing its strongest warnings to Americans right now not to travel to the country of Libya.
Things are so bad there at the moment that if any American must travel to Libya, the State Department is encouraging travelers to leave behind a last will and testament as well as a DNA sample so that your body can be identified, should anything happen to you.
They are also reminding people that the U.S. does not have an embassy in the country.
FOX News reports:
Americans headed for high-risk nation urged to prepare wills, leave DNA samples ahead of time
Americans who may be planning a trip to Libya are being urged to reconsider those plans, as the U.S. State Department has issued its strongest possible travel warning.
The department recently updated Libya’s Level 4 “Do Not Travel” advisory, warning Americans not to visit the country for any reason due to crime, terrorism, health concerns, unrest, kidnapping and landmines. The overall advisory level did not change.
“Do not travel to Libya for any reason,” the advisory states.
The State Department warns that clashes between armed groups and government-aligned forces can break out at any time — while weapons are widespread throughout the country.
“Prepare a will and end-of-life instructions,” the advisory states. Travelers are also advised to designate insurance beneficiaries or draft a power of attorney.
Criminal organizations are known to be involved in drug and human trafficking and other smuggling activity, while targeted kidnappings and assassinations are common, according to the advisory.
“Kidnapping is widespread, and victims have included U.S. citizens,” officials warn.
Americans could also have limited options for help in an emergency.
“There is currently no U.S. Embassy in Libya,” the advisory states.
They are not even kidding around here.
Americans who may be planning a trip to Libya are being urged to reconsider those plans, as the U.S. State Department has issued its strongest possible travel warning. https://t.co/OTDOPd8Edw
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If you had a vacation scheduled in Libya, you might want to rethink your plans.
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