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Safety and Security

SAFETY AND SECURITY: While the security situation in Macedonia is stabilizing, it remains unsettled and potentially dangerous. Although the overall level of violence has diminished since 2001, localized inter-ethnic and criminal violence continues. Recent acts of violence, including bombings, have occurred in Skopje and other towns in Macedonia, and have resulted in the injury and death of bystanders as well as property damage. An American citizen bystander was killed in such an attack in Skopje in July 2003. Travelers should be alert for unusual behavior and other possible indicators that something out of the ordinary is in progress. The potential remains for acts of intimidation and violence against American citizens.

Landmines north and west of Kumanovo and unexploded ordnance in the former conflict area pose a potential threat. Americans electing to travel in these areas are encouraged to restrict movements to daylight hours, keep to hard-topped roads, and contact the Embassy’s Consular Section for up-to-date safety and security information.

Americans should avoid demonstrations and other sites, such as roadblocks, where large crowds are gathered, particularly those involving political causes or striking workers.

For the latest security information, Americans traveling abroad should regularly monitor the Department’s Internet web site at http://travel.state.gov where current Worldwide Caution Public Announcements, Travel Warnings and Public Announcements can be found.

The Overseas Citizen Services call center at 1-800-407-4747 can answer general inquiries on safety and security overseas. This number is available from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time, Monday through Friday (except U.S. federal holidays). Callers who are unable to use toll-free numbers, such as those calling from overseas, may obtain information and assistance during these hours by calling 1-317-472-2328.