Warden Security Messages
Warden Message U.S. Embassy Khartoum January 8, 2009 The U.S. Embassy will be closed on January 8 as city-wide demonstrations against Israeli operations in Gaza are expected throughout Khartoum. On the evening of January 7, a demonstration by some 50 predominantly student protestors occurred near the U.S. Embassy chancery building. Before being dispersed by police and embassy security guards, some of the demonstrators threw rocks at the building. The building was not occupied at the time, and there were no injuries to staff. The U.S. Embassy advises all Americans to avoid central Khartoum on January 8 and to remain indoors if possible. The Embassy's regular operating hours may change based on the security environment. The Embassy will provide information on any such changes to its operating schedule. American citizens who choose to travel to Sudan despite the existing Travel Warning, and those currently in Sudan, should review their security posture and take appropriate precautions. Additionally, American citizens already in Sudan should monitor news reports and keep sufficient provisions on hand to sustain themselves for several days should the need arise. U.S. citizens living or traveling in Sudan should register their presence in Sudan with the nearest U.S. Embassy or Consulate through the Department of State's website (http://travel.state.gov/) and obtain updated information regarding 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 Embassy's operating hours of 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Sunday through Thursday or email: KhartoumConsular@state.gov. For after-hours emergencies, please call 0-183-774-700 and ask to be connected to the duty officer.