US Embassy warns of Planned Demonstrations in Jordan
24-10-2013 04:05 PM
Ammon News - AMMONNEWS - The U.S. Embassy in Jordan has warned Americans of a planned demonstration in the Tabrbour area, in North Central Amman, scheduled for Friday, October 25.
The embassy said Thursday that citizens should expect an increased police and security presence in these areas.
U.S. citizens should avoid areas where demonstrations are ongoing. Spontaneous and/or planned demonstrations occur in Jordan from time to time in response to world events or local developments. We remind U.S. citizens that protests intended to be peaceful can turn confrontational and possibly escalate into violence. As always, please be aware of your surroundings and monitor local media, US embassy in Amman published at it's website.
The U.S. Embassy in Amman is located on Al-Umawiyyeen Street, Abdoun, P.O. Box 354. The telephone number is [962] (6) 590-6000, and the fax number is [962] (6) 592-4102. The after-hours emergency telephone number is [962] (6) 590-6500.