US advises increased caution in Sri Lanka

The U.S. Department of State has issued a travel advisory advising its citizens to exercise increased caution when travelling to Sri Lanka due to unrest, terrorism, and landmines.

According to the Department, protests over the economic and political situation in Sri Lanka can happen at any time, adding that terrorist attacks have occurred in Sri Lanka, with little or no warning.  

“Police have used water cannons and tear gas to disperse protesters and protests could turn violent with little or no warning,” the Department added.