Bangkok – Tensions Escalate

A bomb blast struck an anti-government protest march in the Thai capital on Friday, wounding at least 28 people and sending tensions soaring following weeks of mass opposition rallies. Additional crimes involving weapons and explosives related to the ongoing political situation have occurred at protests sites in recent days. Protest …

India – Airport Security Tightened

Security is being tightened at airports across India following fears of an aircraft hijack to demand the release of Indian Mujahideen founder Yasin Bhatkal and a tip-off that an explosive device may be detonated in New Delhi. The note warned about a threat from a hired/hijacked helicopter, remote-controlled microlight aircraft, …

Sochi – State Department Issues Travel Alert

Americans planning to attend the Winter Olympics in Sochi, Russia, should be vigilant about their security due to potential terrorist threats, crime and uncertain medical care, the State Department advised Friday. In a travel alert, the department said it was not aware of specific threats to U.S. interests related to …