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 | OMAN |  12. April
                2003 |  
              | There
                remains a high threat to British individuals and organisations
                in the region. Terrorist attacks could involve the use of
                chemical and biological materials. 
 Military action in Iraq continues. Developments in Iraq and on
                the Middle East Peace Process continue to have an impact on
                local public opinion in the region and this might be expressed
                by some people, including through acts of violence against
                British nationals or organisations. You should follow news
                reports and be alert to regional developments.
 
 You should maintain a high level of vigilance, particularly in
                public places frequented by foreigners such as hotels,
                restaurants and shopping malls. You should take sensible
                precautions for your personal and vehicle safety and avoid any
                political gatherings and demonstrations.
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              | Foreign
                & Commonwealth Office London |    
          
            
              | 
 | OMAN |  12. April
                2003 |  
              | A
                U.S.-led coalition began military action in Iraq on March 19,
                2003. Given the heightened tensions as a result of these
                hostilities, together with increased threats globally from
                terrorism, Canadians should defer travel to Oman. Information on
                the crisis in Iraq is available at www.iraqcrisis.gc.ca. 
 Canadians in Oman should maintain a high level of personal
                security awareness at all times as the security situation could
                deteriorate rapidly without notice. Exercise extreme caution,
                particularly in commercial, public and tourist areas frequented
                by foreigners. Canadians should monitor local developments,
                avoid crowds and demonstrations, as well as register and remain
                in regular contact with the nearest Canadian government office
                or the Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade (call
                collect 613-996-8885).
 
 Avoid leaving vehicles unattended. When doing so, upon return,
                carefully inspect both the exterior and interior to detect any
                attached devices or suspect packages nearby. Treat mail and
                packages from unfamiliar sources with suspicion. If you notice
                anything unusual, contact your sponsor or call the Omani police
                immediately. Suspects as well as witnesses to incidents may be
                held for lengthy periods without access to legal counsel or
                consular officials. If access is granted, it may be severely
                limited by the Omani authorities.
 
 The violence in Israel, the West Bank, and Gaza has raised the
                possibility of demonstrations in support of Palestinians
                throughout the Middle East or elsewhere around the world.
                Canadians should review their security practices, remain alert
                to the changing situation, exercise appropriate caution, and
                avoid large gatherings.
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              | Canadian
                Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade |    
          
            
              | 
 | OMAN | 20. März 
                2003 |  
              | Le déclenchement
                des opérations militaires en Iraq peut entraîner une dégradation
                des conditions de sécurité pour les ressortissants occidentaux.
                Il est conseillé aux voyageurs d'être vigilants lors de leurs
                déplacements, d'adopter une attitude de réserve, de se tenir
                informés des développements de la situation régionale. |  
              | Ministère
                Français des Affaires Étrangères |    
          
            
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 | Oman | 10. März 2003 |  
              | This
                Travel Warning is being issued to alert U.S. citizens that the
                Department of State has authorized the departure of family
                members and non-emergency personnel at the U.S. Embassy in
                Muscat on a voluntary basis. Due to heightened tensions and
                increased security concerns resulting from the current situation
                in the region, the Department of State warns U.S. citizens to
                defer non-essential travel to Oman. U.S. citizens in Oman should
                consider departing. On March 10, 2003, the
                Department of State authorized the departure of family members
                and non-emergency personnel at the U.S. Embassy in Muscat on a
                voluntary basis. The U.S. Embassy in Muscat remains open to
                provide the full range of services to American citizens and the
                general public. U.S. citizens who remain in or
                travel to Oman despite this warning should register at the
                Consular Section of the U.S. Embassy in Muscat and enroll in the
                warden system (emergency alert network) in order to obtain
                updated information on travel and security in Oman. Americans in
                Oman should exercise caution and take prudent measures to
                maintain their security. Americans should remain vigilantly
                aware of surroundings, avoid crowds and demonstrations, keep a
                low profile, vary times and routes for all travel, and ensure
                travel documents are current. The U.S. Embassy in Oman is
                located on Jameat A’Duwal Al Arabiya Street, Al Khuwair Area (Shatti
                al-Qurum), in the capital city of Muscat. The mailing address is
                P.O. Box 202, Medinat Al Sultan Qaboos 115, Sultanate of Oman,
                telephone (968) 698-989, fax: (968) 699-189. The Embassy’s
                e-mail address is aemctcns@omantel.net.om, and its website is
                http://www.usa.gov.om. The workweek in Oman is Saturday through
                Wednesday. |  
              | Bureau
                of Consular Affairs of the United States of America |    
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