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U.S. Embassy in Mexico warns Americans of safety risks ahead of World Cup
The U.S. Embassy in Mexico released a warning for American tourists traveling to the country as part of the World Cup.
TL;DR
- U.S. Embassy in Mexico issued a safety warning for American tourists during the World Cup.
- Safety risks in Mexico vary greatly by region, with specific advisories for each Mexican state.
- Mexico City and Nuevo León are areas where travelers should "exercise increased caution" due to threats of terrorism, crime, and kidnapping.
- Jalisco is a state where the U.S. State Department advises Americans to "reconsider travel" due to threats from criminal organizations and its significant missing persons crisis.
- Nearly 100,000 troops are being deployed by the Mexican government to guarantee security in the three host cities.