this was on site of canadian embassy in syria
1. WARNINGS AND RECOMMENDATIONS
Avoid non-essential travel
OFFICIAL WARNING: Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada advises against non-essential travel to Syria due to the unpredictable security situation.
Civil unrest and violent demonstrations been occurring in several Syrian cities since March 2011 including Damascus, Aleppo, Homs, Hama, Lattakia, Daraa and Sanamein. Some protests have been repressed by security forces and have led to casualties and fatalities. Police and security forces activity has increased. Further protests are likely to take place. Local media information on protests is limited. Although the situation has varied from day to day, it has followed an escalatory trend, and this may continue for some time. Travellers may have little notice of violent outbreaks and risk being at the wrong place at the wrong time.
Canadians are advised to avoid political gatherings, crowds and demonstrations and to stay away from areas where they can occur, as they might turn violent without warning.
Heightened tensions throughout the Middle East, together with increased threats globally from terrorism, put Canadians at greater risk. Canadians should maintain a high level of personal security awareness at all times, as the security situation could deteriorate rapidly without notice. Exercise appropriate caution in crowded places, including pedestrian promenades, shopping malls, open markets, and restaurants. Canadians are advised to monitor local news reports and to follow the advice of local authorities.
Regions bordering Iraq and Lebanon should be avoided for security reasons. Border crossings may close or be subject to restrictions on short notice.
1. WARNINGS AND RECOMMENDATIONS
Avoid non-essential travel
OFFICIAL WARNING: Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada advises against non-essential travel to Syria due to the unpredictable security situation.
Civil unrest and violent demonstrations been occurring in several Syrian cities since March 2011 including Damascus, Aleppo, Homs, Hama, Lattakia, Daraa and Sanamein. Some protests have been repressed by security forces and have led to casualties and fatalities. Police and security forces activity has increased. Further protests are likely to take place. Local media information on protests is limited. Although the situation has varied from day to day, it has followed an escalatory trend, and this may continue for some time. Travellers may have little notice of violent outbreaks and risk being at the wrong place at the wrong time.
Canadians are advised to avoid political gatherings, crowds and demonstrations and to stay away from areas where they can occur, as they might turn violent without warning.
Heightened tensions throughout the Middle East, together with increased threats globally from terrorism, put Canadians at greater risk. Canadians should maintain a high level of personal security awareness at all times, as the security situation could deteriorate rapidly without notice. Exercise appropriate caution in crowded places, including pedestrian promenades, shopping malls, open markets, and restaurants. Canadians are advised to monitor local news reports and to follow the advice of local authorities.
Regions bordering Iraq and Lebanon should be avoided for security reasons. Border crossings may close or be subject to restrictions on short notice.
