Canada Alerts Its Citizens Visiting Morocco

Although the destination appeals with its markets and the Sahara Desert, Ottawa highlights several threats. The authorities point to theft, bank fraud, and terrorism targeting foreigners. The advisory formally advises against approaching the Algerian border, marked by unstable security and a strong military presence.

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Demonstrations in major cities such as Rabat or Casablanca should also be monitored, as they can "become violent at any time" and paralyze public transportation.

This assessment aligns with American diplomatic guidelines, which maintains the country at alert level 2. Evoking a threat of kidnapping targeting Westerners near Algeria and Mauritania, the directives require "maintaining a high level of vigilance at all times."

On Bladi.net : Canada Warns Its Citizens Visiting Morocco

It is furthermore inadvisable to hike alone in isolated mountain ranges. According to Fox News, which contacted the U.S. State Department on this matter, this warning is part of a wave of recent alerts issued by Washington for other countries.