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Following is the list of Country Advice and Advisories pages updated in the last 24 hours: ? Libya* Latest update: The Security tab was updated – civil unrest and demonstrations. Risk level: AVOID NON-ESSENTIAL TRAVEL; see also regional advisories. Updated on 2013-05-10 04:18 pm ? Madagascar* Latest update: The Security tab was updated – elections. […]

Security Tab Updated: Civil Unrest and Demonstrations: Civil unrest and demonstrations The political situation remains fragile and could change rapidly. In May 2013, armed groups seized control of several government buildings in Tripoli and continue to pose a security risk. Since the beginning of the Libyan revolution in February 2011, falling rounds from celebratory gunfire […]

…Strike of Tunisair ground crew scheduled for May 24, according to a press release issued by the Office of Tunisian President Moncef Marzouki. During a reconciliation session that took place yesterday in the government palace, the Prime Ministry agreed to foster negotiations between Tunisair and the union in order to implement previously ratified agreements. http://www.tunisia-live.net/2013/05/10/tunisair-strike-delayed-until-may-24/

MIAMI (AP) – A concourse at Miami International Airport has been reopened after the discovery of a suspicious package. Airport spokesman Marc Henderson says authorities investigated the package and determined it was not a threat. http://www.usatoday.com/story/todayinthesky/2013/05/09/miami-airport-concourse-evacuated-on-suspicious-package/2148351/

ETHIOPIA – Exercise a high degree of caution. Updated 2013-05-09 There is no nationwide advisory in effect for Ethiopia. However, exercise a high degree of caution due to the volatile security situation. Regional Advisory for the borders with Eritrea (including the Danakil Desert), Sudan and South Sudan, as well as the Somali region Foreign Affairs […]

A liquor ban will be in effect May 12 and 13, during which all persons are forbidden from selling, providing, offering, buying, serving or consuming intoxicating liquor. Certain hotels and other establishments certified by the Department of Tourism (DOT) are exempted from the ban. Violators can face imprisonment and other penalties. Reminder: Foreigners are required […]