UK, remember your settings and improve government services. We also use cookies set by other sites to help us deliver content from their services. You have accepted additional cookies. You can change your cookie settings at any time. You have rejected additional cookies. There is a high threat of terrorist attack globally affecting UK interests and British nationals, including from groups and individuals who view the UK and British nationals as targets. Stay aware of your surroundings at all times.
UK Counter Terrorism Policing has information and advice on staying safe abroad and what to do in the event of a terrorist attack.
Find out how to reduce your risk from terrorism while abroad. Attacks could be indiscriminate and could target public spaces and places visited by foreigners, such as:. Stay aware of your surroundings, keep up to date with local media reports and follow the advice of local authorities. The current conflict in Israel and the Occupied Palestinian Territories has led to heightened tensions around the world. Terrorist groups, such as Al-Qaida and Daesh, have called on their supporters to carry out terrorist attacks in response to the conflict.
The conflict could also motivate individuals to carry out attacks. Terrorist attacks could target Jewish or Muslim communities, or the interests of Israel and its allies. Attacks could also be indiscriminate and happen without warning. There are regular protests and demonstrations in South Africa which can turn violent at short notice.
Violence could affect participants and bystanders anywhere in the country. Avoid areas where protests, demonstrations or marches are taking place, especially in city centres and townships.
