Embassies warn of possible terrorist attacks targeting westerners in Bangladesh

September 29, 2015 16:21

The US and UK embassies in Bangladesh have restricted their diplomats' movements and warned visitors to stay on high alert after receiving information that militants may be targeting Westerners.

"There is reliable new information to suggest that militants may be planning to target Australian interests in Bangladesh," read a US embassy statement on Monday.

"In light of the increased threat, US citizens should consider limiting their attendance at events where foreigners may gather."

Echoing this warning, the British embassy said, "As of late September 2015 there is reliable information that militants may be planning to target western interests in Bangladesh."

These advisories came after Italian aid worker Cesare Tavella was shot by gunmen on Monday evening in the capital Dhaka.

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