The U.S. Embassy in Trinidad and Tobago has warned American citizens to stay away from U.S. government facilities in the Caribbean nation, citing a “heightened state of alert.”
In a security alert on Oct. 18, the embassy urged Americans in the country to remain vigilant, be aware of their surroundings, and report any suspicious activity to local authorities.
It also advised U.S. citizens to monitor “reputable news outlets” for updates and to enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive security alerts directly from the embassy.
Trinidad and Tobago, located off the northeastern coast of Venezuela, is caught in regional tensions as Washington increased pressure on Caracas, including through tariffs on countries that buy Venezuelan oil and military operations targeting drug-trafficking vessels….