US State Department sends warning to those traveling abroad

Precautions - but traveling is not discouraged

These parties are usually calm and without violence

Caution for American travelers

The American Department of State (equivalent to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs) usually warns those traveling abroad of specific dangers. Looking ahead to June, the Department sent a message to travelers leaving the country.

Be careful during LGBTQ+ celebrations

According to Politico, the State Department warns that "US citizens should remain alert in tourist areas and places popular with LGBTQ+ people."

Image: Tim Bieler / Unplash

Precautions - but traveling is not discouraged

The US authorities inform those who go to the various LGBTQ+ pride celebrations held around the world to take precautions, presumably due to the increase in hate crimes. However, they do not advise against any specific destination in this area.

Image: yy / Unsplash

FBI warning

Politico reports that the FBI and other partner agencies recently wrote a report stating that "foreign terrorist organizations or supporters may seek to exploit increased gatherings associated with the upcoming June 2024 Pride Month."

Image: David Trinks / Unsplash

A global warning: too generic?

The State Department often warns U.S. citizens to be careful in certain countries or circumstances. Of course, in this case, the warning may be too generic.

Image: Eva Darron / Unsplash

No to fear

However, warnings like this should not lead to a state of panic, the State Department argues. LGBTQ+ celebrations around the world are an achievement in universal rights that must be defended by actively participating in them.

Image: Margaux Bellot / Unsplash

These parties are usually calm and without violence

Over the years, the LGBTQ+ demonstrations and celebrations in cities such as San Francisco, Madrid, Berlin, and London (among many other places) have mostly been events for enjoyment. They rarely involved violent acts.

Image: Norbu Gyachung / Unsplash

Do not travel to...

While this particular State Department's notice is one of its generic, periodically issued messages, there are also countries listed on its website that it absolutely discourages people from visiting. They include Afghanistan, Belarus, Haiti, Iran, Iraq, Mali, Syria, and, of course,...

Image: Andrew Stutesman / Unsplash

Russia should be avoided

Russia is currently included among the countries to which the State Department strongly advises not to go.

Follow Showbizz Daily to stay informed and enjoy more content!