23
Oct
Niël Terblanché In response to escalating tensions in the Middle East and other global hotspots, the U.S. State Department issued a worldwide caution alert last Thursday, advising U.S. citizens abroad to exercise increased caution. The alert, triggered by the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict, cited the potential for terrorist attacks, demonstrations, or violent actions against U.S. citizens and interests. This cautionary advisory comes in the wake of protests throughout the Middle East, many of which have targeted U.S. diplomatic compounds in response to the Israel-Hamas conflict. State Department spokesperson Matt Miller emphasized that the decision to issue a worldwide alert is based…