The US State Department has warned its citizens to avoid visiting Armenia and Azerbaijan through its embassies there, according to the State Department website.
It says “Do not travel to Armenia due to COVID-19, as some areas have increased risk.” American tourists are not suggested to visit Nagorno-Karabakh region and surrounding territories due to recent hostilities.
“Casualties continue to occur following intensive fighting in the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict that occurred in the fall 2020. The U.S. government is unable to provide emergency services to U.S. citizens in and around Nagorno-Karabakh as access is restricted,” the statement reads.
Tourists are warned to exercise caution on roads near Armenia’s border with Azerbaijan. Be aware that some portions of the road may cross international boundaries without notice.
The US State Department considers Azerbaijan dangerous for tourists not only because of COVID-19, but also because of the threat of terrorism. It is recommended to be careful in tourist places, markets, shops, hotels, restaurants, clubs, places of worship, parks, major sports and cultural events, airports and other public areas, because terrorists attack those places without warning, the statement reads.
