MIDDLE EAST
Jordan,
June 22, 2000 – The U.S. Government has information concerning
terrorist targeting of the U.S. Embassy in Amman, Jordan. While the Hashemite
Kingdom of Jordan is a constitutional monarchy, modern and Western-oriented,
Islamic ideals and beliefs provide the conservative foundation of the
country's customs, laws and practices. In the past, American citizens
have been detained or arrested for discussing or trying to engage Jordanians
in debate about Christianity. The U.S. Embassy is often not notified by
Jordanian authorities when an American citizen has been arrested. Americans
traveling or residing in Jordan should exercise prudence, are urged to
review their security practices, and to remain alert to changing situations.
They should avoid large crowds and gatherings, keep a low profile, and
vary routes and times of all required travel.
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