Warden Security Messages

Possibility of demonstrations against the re-publication of Danish cartoons

Warden Message
U.S. Embassy Khartoum
February 26, 2008

This Warden Message is to alert American citizens to the possibility of demonstrations in Khartoum near the Danish Embassy, UN Headquarters, and the Presidential Palace on Wednesday, February 27, 2008, against the
re-publication of Danish cartoons deemed by some to be offensive to Muslims and Islam. Demonstrations may occur at other times and locations, including other cities in Sudan. The possibility of protests against these cartoons may continue in the future. Americans are advised to continue to be alert to the formation of large crowds, and encouraged to steer clear of such crowds and demonstrations.

All citizens living or traveling in Sudan are encouraged to register with the nearest U.S. Embassy or Consulate through the Department of State's website, http://travel.state.gov, to obtain updated information
travel and security within Sudan. By registering, American citizens make it easier for the Embassy to contact them in case of emergency.

The U.S. Embassy is located at Sharia Ali Abdul Latif, Khartoum; tel. (249-183) 774-700/1/2/3 (outside Sudan); tel (0183) 774-700/1/2/3 (inside Sudan). Americans may call between the hours of 9:00 a.m. to
4:30 p.m. Sunday through Thursday or email: KhartoumConsular_DL@state.gov. For after-hours emergencies, please call 0-183-774-700 and ask to be connected to the duty officer.