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Worldwide Caution - Public Announcement U.S. Dept of State
by U.S. State Department - Public Announcement
Posted: Thursday, October 19, 2000 08:34 am CST

The American Embassy in Ankara made the following announcement to the local American community in Turkey. It is being repeated here for the broader American community:

For approximately the last two weeks, the U.S. Embassy in Ankara has been the scene of peaceful, daily demonstrations related to the Armenian Genocide Resolution now pending in the U. S. House of Representatives. The U.S. Consulate General in Istanbul has also been the focus of several peaceful demonstrations.

The House of Representatives is expected to vote on the resolution shortly. Depending on the outcome, Turkish groups may stage wider protests. American citizens should be alert to the possibility of demonstrations in cities with large expatriate Turkish populations.

All American citizens should remain vigilant with regard to their personal security. They should exercise caution, avoid large crowds and gatherings, keep a low profile, and vary routes and times of all required travel.

This Public Announcement will expire on November 3, 2000.

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