US embassy ‘did not urge nationals not to visit Petra’

By JT - Jan 05,2016 - Last updated at Jan 05,2016

AMMAN — The US embassy on Tuesday dismissed as baseless reports that it warned its nationals against visiting Wadi Musa and Petra, the Jordan News Agency, Petra, reported.

A spokesperson from the embassy told Petra that the warning was a regular one urging US citizens to stay away from protest areas. “US citizens are reminded to avoid areas where demonstrations are ongoing.

Spontaneous and/or planned demonstrations occur in Jordan from time to time in response to world events or local developments. We remind US citizens that protests intended to be peaceful can turn confrontational and possibly escalate into violence.

As always, please be aware of your surroundings and monitor local media,” the embassy said on its website.

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