Subscribers are reminded that in Jan 2019, Islamic militants carried out an attack on the DusitD2 hotel and office complex in the Westlands area of Nairobi, Kenya leaving 21 people dead, including one American.

Al-Shabaab claimed responsibility for the attack, saying it was in response to US President Donald Trump's decision to recognise Jerusalem as the capital of Israel.

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Security Alert - U.S. Embassy Nairobi
February 27, 2020

Location: Nairobi

Event: Terrorist groups may be plotting an attack against a major hotel in Nairobi. The exact hotel has not been identified, but it is believed to be a hotel popular with tourists and business travelers.

Actions to Take:

• Exercise increased vigilance when visiting or staying at hotels in the Nairobi area.
  
  
• If staying at a hotel, be aware of the hotel’s evacuation plan. Plan ahead of time how you would exit the hotel in case of an emergency.
  
  
• Review your personal security plans.
  
  
• Be aware of your surroundings.
  
  
• Monitor local media for updates.

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https://ke.usembassy.gov/security-alert-u-s-embassy-nairobi-february-27-2020/