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U.S. Embassy issues urgent advisory: Avoid Arugam Bay due to credible attack threat

The U.S. Embassy in Colombo has strongly advised its citizens to avoid the Arugam Bay area until further notice. This warning comes in response to credible information indicating a potential attack targeting popular tourist locations in the region. In light of this serious threat, the Embassy has imposed an immediate travel restriction on its personnel for Arugam Bay, effective until further notice. The security alert explicitly urges all U.S. citizens to stay away from the area to ensure their safety
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