State Department Issues Saudi Arabia Travel Warning
The State Department issued a Travel Warning for Saudi Arabia July 25, cautioning U.S. citizens on the renewed terrorist threat from al-Qaida cells and other militant groups. The department advised U.S. citizens to carefully consider travel to the country. If U.S. citizens choose to travel to Saudi Arabia, the State Department recommends maintaining a low profile when maneuvering around public areas. U.S. citizens are advised to stay vigilant during visits to places frequented by Westerners.
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Although the State Department says security conditions have improved significantly since 2007, the department says the arrest of two terrorist cells in August 2012 by Saudi security forces indicates a persistent threat. The State Department also encourages U.S. citizens abroad or intending to go abroad to enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP).