The U.S. Embassy in Sweden has issued an advisory urging U.S. citizens to be prudent in the area surrounding the embassy in Stockholm. This comes after an uptick in adverse communications, including threats of violence against the United States via various means such as mail, e-mails, and phone calls.
The embassy advises U.S. government personnel to maintain increased vigilance in the vicinity of the site. Additionally, U.S. citizens are reminded to practice general caution during large events or in public spaces. Sweden's terrorist threat level remains high, following the Swedish Security Service's elevation of the threat level to 4 of 5.
The embassy urges individuals to report any suspicious activities to the appropriate authorities and suggests several safety measures. These include exercising caution near the U.S. Embassy in Stockholm, avoiding large crowds and demonstrations, maintaining a low profile, being conscious of surroundings, and reviewing personal security plans.
For assistance, individuals can contact the U.S. Embassy in Stockholm at +46 8 783 53 00 or through email at sktacsinfo@state.gov. More information is available on their website at https://se.usembassy.gov/. U.S. citizens are encouraged to enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) for security updates and to follow U.S. Embassy's social media accounts on Facebook and X/Twitter for more information.