The following is the text of the American Wardens Message issued by the Embassy of the United States in Kuwait:

“According to press reports, anti-government demonstrations are planned this week at Determination Square and near the Parliament building in Kuwait City. An increased police and security presence is expected in and around the capital with traffic congestion.

Spontaneous and/or planned demonstrations do occur in Kuwait in response to global, regional, and local developments. US citizens are advised to avoid areas where demonstrations are ongoing and exercise caution if within the vicinity of large gatherings.

Please stay current with media coverage of local events, be aware of your surroundings, and continue to practice personal security awareness.

US citizens traveling and residing abroad should enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) at the following website:

https://travelregistration.state.gov/. US citizens without internet access may enroll directly at the US Embassy or Consulate at their destination. By enrolling, US citizens make it easier for the Embassy to contact them in case of emergency.

Updated information on travel and security may be obtained from the Department of State by calling 1-888-407-4747 toll-free in the United States and Canada or, for callers outside the United States and Canada, a regular toll line at 1-202-501-4444. These numbers are available from 8:00 am to 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time, Monday through Friday (except US federal holidays). For further information, please consult the Bureau of Consular Affairs Internet website at http://travel.state.gov/ where the Worldwide Caution and Country Specific Information can be found. In addition, the Embassy encourages US citizens to review “A Safe Trip Abroad,” which includes valuable security information for those traveling or living in foreign countries. You can also follow the Bureau of Consular Affairs on Twitter and on Facebook.
The US Embassy is located at Al-Masjid Al-Aqsa Street, Block 6, Plot 14, Bayan, Kuwait. If you are a US citizen in need of emergency assistance in Kuwait, you may reach the US Embassy by calling +965-2259-1001 and requesting the duty officer.”