The US Embassy in Trinidad and Tobago has issued an unusual warning to American citizens, advising them to avoid all US government facilities in the Caribbean nation. The warning comes amid growing tensions between the United States and Venezuela, following a series of deadly US military strikes in Caribbean waters targeting suspected drug traffickers.
According to the embassy, the alert is based on threats directed at American citizens in Trinidad and Tobago, which “could be linked” to ongoing tensions in the region. Trinidad and Tobago’s Minister of Homeland Security, Roger Alexander, stated that local authorities have responded to the threats by implementing security measures to deal with any potential situations ¹.
The warning was issued on October 18, with the embassy urging Americans to be aware of their surroundings and report any suspicious activity to local authorities. The US government has conducted multiple military strikes on vessels suspected of drug trafficking in international waters near Venezuela, amid escalating tensions between Washington and Caracas.
The US Embassy in Trinidad and Tobago has advised American citizens to enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive timely security updates. The situation remains fluid, and the embassy is closely monitoring developments in the region.