Tunisia extends state of emergency for another month
Tunisia’s state of emergency has been extended for another month.
It was imposed in November 2015, following a suicide attack on a police bus and has since been extended a number of times.
The latest extension will last until May 6.
The Foreign Office continues to advise terror attacks are very likely.
The FCO advise says: "Since the terrorist attack in Sousse in June 2015, which targeted tourists, the UK government has been working closely with the Tunisian authorities to investigate the attack and the wider threat from terrorist groups.
"The Tunisian government has improved protective security in major cities and tourist resorts.
"But terrorists are still very likely to try to carry out attacks in Tunisia, including against UK and Western interests. Security forces remain on a high state of alert in Tunis and other places.
"You should be vigilant at all times, including around religious sites and festivals. In more remote areas of the country, including tourist sites in southern Tunisia, security forces’ response times to an incident may vary.
"Follow the advice of the Tunisian security authorities and your travel company, if you have one."
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