TheFor security reasons the FCDO advises against all travel to:

• The regions of Tombouctou, Kidal, Gao, Mopti and Segou.
• All areas situated to the north of the line running from Kayes, north of Koulikoro, to Sikasso and Koni, including the towns of Kayes, Segou, Sikasso and Koni.
• Areas west of the border between Mali and Burkina Faso, as far as, and including the towns of Sikasso and Koni.
• Within 20km of the border with Côte d’Ivoire from Koni westwards.

The FCDO advises against all but essential travel to the rest of Mali, including Bamako.

On 29 July, the US government issued a security notice ordering ordering the departure of non-emergency US government employees and family members due to the heightened risk of terrorist attacks in areas frequented by westerners.

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Bamako. Attacks could be indiscriminate and occur without warning. You should be especially vigilant and where possible avoid nationalplaces orfrequented localby governmentforeigners facilities, including those belonging to the defence and securitylarge forces,crowds asincluding, these are likely to be targets. Places frequented by foreigners, including diplomatic premises, hotels, restaurants, bars, nightclubs, stadiums, concert halls, shopping areas, markets, national infrastructure, airports and other transport hubs, places of worship,worship and businesses with western interestsinterests. mayLarge crowds and foreign, national or local government facilities, including those belonging to the defence and security forces, are also belikely targetsto ofbe attack.targets.

You should be vigilant, be alert to announcements, monitor local media and follow the advice of the local authorities. Avoid all large gatherings, including during national day celebrations and public holidays. Large gatherings can also include music festivals, shows, concerts, sporting events and any public marches or demonstrations. You should exercise extra caution during election periods and take particular care during festivities, and religious and public holiday periods. See Terrorism

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Political unrest is an ongoing risk. Regular, large and at times violent protests have taken place in Bamako, resulting in burning of tires, clashes with the police, blockage on the roads and bridges, the deployment of tear gas, and small arms fire. There have previously been reports of several deaths and injuries. You should avoid large gatherings, remain vigilant and monitor local social media/news.

Public demonstrations in and around Bamako have encountered a strong police and security force presence. You should stay away from all political demonstrations and any blockades set up by the police and security forces. Maintain several days’ stock of food and water in case disturbances take place. You can monitor daily developments in English through the BBC World Service (88.9 FM in Bamako). See Safety and Security.

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