Australia extends highest level of travel warning to Afghanistan; “Do not travel under any circumstances”
Kabul Times News | Report: Shahpour Nayebzada
The Australian government, issuing its latest travel warning, once again urged its citizens not to travel to Afghanistan under any circumstances, emphasizing that this advice includes all citizens, including dual nationals.
The warning states that the security situation in Afghanistan remains “highly dangerous and unstable” and that no area of the country, including Kabul, is considered safe.
According to the statement, a number of Australian citizens have been killed, injured, kidnapped or arbitrarily detained in Afghanistan in recent years.
The Australian government has also warned of escalating tensions and military clashes in the region, and has announced that border clashes, airstrikes and bombings in Afghanistan may occur without prior warning. The warning also warns of the possibility of sudden closures of airports and border crossings.
The statement continued by urging Australian citizens not to travel to Afghanistan for any purpose, including tourism, cultural trips or family visits. The Australian government has stressed that even travel with reputable tours does not guarantee the safety of travelers, and in the past, tourists and foreign nationals have been targeted by deadly attacks during group trips.
The Australian government has also stated that those who travel to Afghanistan against this advice will take full responsibility for their own risks and safety. The country noted that it does not have an embassy in Kabul and has very limited ability to provide consular services or emergency assistance to its citizens.
Australia has previously issued travel warnings on several occasions, urging its citizens to avoid traveling to Afghanistan, and in its latest assessment, it has reiterated this advice once again with the highest level of warning.
Australia extends highest level of travel warning to Afghanistan; “Do not travel under any circumstances”
