Warden Message: Demonstration Notice
Protests against Israeli Military Action in Gaza
The U.S. Embassy in Doha has learned that a demonstration has been organized for Tuesday, January 13, 2009, starting at 3:00pm to protest Israeli military action in the Gaza strip. The demonstration will commence at the National Theatre Roundabout, from which participants will march north along Al Corniche toward the Sheraton Hotel.
U.S. citizens should avoid any areas where any demonstrations appear to be forming or are taking place. Demonstrations intended to be peaceful can turn confrontational and possibly escalate into violence. The U.S. Embassy urges U.S. citizens to avoid the areas of demonstrations and to exercise caution within their vicinity. U.S. citizens should stay current with media coverage of local events and be aware of their surroundings at all times.
Americans traveling abroad should regularly monitor the U.S. Embassy in Doha’s website, http://qatar.usembassy.gov, and the U.S. Department of State's travel website at http://travel.state.gov, where the current Worldwide Caution, Travel Warnings and Travel Alerts can be found. The U.S. Embassy also encourages U.S. citizens to review “A Safe Trip Abroad,” found at http://travel.state.gov/travel/tips/safety/safety_1747.html, which includes valuable security information for those both living and traveling abroad. In addition to information on the Internet, travelers may obtain up-to-date information on security conditions by calling 1-888-407-4747 toll-free in the United States and Canada or, outside the United States and Canada on a regular toll line at 1-202-501-4444.
U.S. citizens traveling and residing in Qatar are urged to register their presence in the country through the U.S. Department of State’s automated online registration system, https://travelregistration.state.gov. U.S. citizens may also contact the Consular Section at the U.S. Embassy via email at ACSconsularDoha@state.gov or by calling 488-4101, extension 6500. Further updates will be forthcoming when new information is available. This complete message is available on the Embassy’s website at http://qatar.usembassy.gov.