US Embassy urges its citizens not to travel Ararat, Vayots Dzor, and Syunik provinces
The US Embassy in Armenia has issued a security alert, urging its citizens to exercise caution when traveling within Armenia. The US Embassy has instructed Embassy employees and their families not to travel to the areas listed below and urges U.S. citizens to avoid travel to:
Tavush province east of the M4 and M16 Highways north of the Dilijan National Park and up to the border with Georgia.
Gegharkunik province east and south of Lake Sevan and east of the M10 Highway.
All of Ararat, Vayots Dzor, and Syunik provinces.
It is noted that the Embassy will continue to monitor the security situation and provide additional information as needed.