Travel Safety in the Caribbean

Former DEA Senior Special Agent Michael Brown warns tourists to exercise caution in the Caribbean due to drug trafficking and criminal activities. Various Caribbean islands have different travel advisories from the State Department, ranging from Level 1 to Level 4.

Fatal Shooting of American Couple in Mexico

An American couple was fatally shot while on vacation in Mexico. The wife, 50, was found dead and the husband, 53, died at the hospital. The U.S. State Department warns of widespread violent crime in Mexico.

Russian-US Relations

Russian citizens advised not to travel to the United States, Canada, and some EU countries due to confrontational relations with the US. Russian foreign ministry spokeswoman warns of being 'hunted' by US authorities.

Tragic Death of Missouri State Rep. Ben Baker's Daughter and Son-in-Law in Haiti

Missouri State Rep. Ben Baker's daughter and son-in-law were serving as missionaries in Haiti and were tragically killed in an attack by gangs. The incident occurred in Port au Prince, where the organization they worked for, Missions in Haiti, had warned of gang control in the area. The United States State Department had previously issued a travel advisory for Haiti due to safety concerns.

State Department Travel Advisory for Venezuela

The State Department warns against traveling to Venezuela due to high crime and civil unrest under President Nicolás Maduro's socialist dictatorship. Political rallies often turn violent, shortages of essential supplies persist, and the U.S. has withdrawn diplomatic personnel from Caracas. Venezuelan migrants are fleeing to the U.S., raising concerns about gang members and terrorism connections.