US officials have issued a warning to American tourists to exercise caution when visiting the island of Djerba, off the southern coast of Tunisia. The warning, issued by the US Embassy in Tunisia, advises against traveling to the island on or around October 7, 2026, due to heightened security concerns.
The warning is linked to the upcoming anniversary of the October 7, 2023, terrorist attacks on Israel, which resulted in the deaths of over 1,200 people and thousands more injuries. The attack also sparked a rise in antisemitism worldwide, a potential concern for the island's Jewish community.
Djerba, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, has a long history of Jewish settlement, dating back nearly 2,000 years, according to the World Jewish Congress. The island is a popular tourist destination, attracting thousands of Jewish visitors each year to celebrate the Lag B'Omer festival.
US officials have also advised Americans to be vigilant and aware of their surroundings while traveling in Tunisia, particularly in areas with a heavy police presence. They have been asked to monitor local media and keep a low profile.
Tunisia currently has a Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution warning from the US State Department, citing petty crime and violent crime as concerns. Some areas of the country, particularly near the borders with Libya and Algeria, are rated as Level 4: Do Not Travel due to terrorism concerns.
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