PARIS, Oct 12: The US Embassy in Paris has issued the following two alerts, warning US citizens around the world that they may be subject to possible terrorist attacks during the coming days.

According to the first announcement — a Worldwide Caution Public Announcement which supersedes one issued last September 9th — it is being communicated to US citizens around the world, “In light of the recent audio tape attributed to Osama bin Laden and other reports of threats to American interests, this Worldwide Caution is being issued to alert Americans to the need to remain vigilant and to remind them of the continuing threat of terrorist actions that may target civilians. This Worldwide Caution expires on April 8, 2003.”

In the alert, the US State Department spokesman notes that “The US government continues to receive credible indications that extremist groups and individuals are planning additional terrorist actions against US interests. Such actions may include, but are not limited to, suicide operations. Because security and security awareness have been elevated within the US the terrorists may target US interests overseas. We remind American citizens to remain vigilant with regard to their personal security and to exercise caution.”

As a result, says the announcement, “US government facilities worldwide remain at a heightened state of alert. These facilities may temporarily close or suspend public services from time to time to review their security posture and ensure its adequacy. In those instances, U.S. Embassies and Consulates will make every effort to provide emergency services to American citizens.”