Osama Bin Laden's Death - British Nationals Urged To Be Vigilant

Summary: The FCO has urged British nationals abroad to be extra vigilant following the announcement of the death of Al Qaeda leader Osama Bin Laden.

British nationals abroad are urged to:

• Monitor the media carefully for local reactions
• Remain vigilant
• Exercise caution in all public places
• Avoid demonstrations, large crowds of people and public events

The US government announced the death of Osama Bin Laden on the morning of 2 May 2011 after an attack led by US forces was carried out in Pakistan. Authorities now fear the possibility of retaliation attacks and an increase in violent terrorist activity.

For more information - visit the FCO Global Advice Update page.