There is an ongoing security incident at the Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe, located near the U.S. Embassy on Behrenstrasse in Berlin, Germany. A significant police presence has been reported in the area.
The U.S. Embassy in Berlin has issued a security alert advising individuals to avoid the area and monitor local media for updates. They have also recommended being aware of one's surroundings and referring to their website for the latest alerts and messages for U.S. citizens.
For those needing emergency services, contact information has been provided for the U.S. Embassy in Berlin as well as the Consulate Generals in Frankfurt and Munich. The embassy can be reached at +49-30-8305-0 during business hours or after hours, with email inquiries directed to ACSBerlin@state.gov. The Frankfurt consulate's contact number is +49-69-7535-0, available both during and after business hours, with emails sent to GermanyACS@state.gov. For assistance from the Munich consulate, individuals can call +49-89-2888-580 during business hours or +49-89-2888-0 after hours, or email ConsMunich@state.gov.