Swedish Media Report Possible threats to U.S. Interests
 

On February 24, 2009, the U.S. Embassy Stockholm issued the following Warden Message :

On 02-19-2009, the U.S. Embassy was notified that there were reports on Stockholm Radio P4 regarding possible threats to American interests.  A reporter on the radio apparently stated that individuals were passing out leaflets in Ronna, Södertälje encouraging the public to make Molotov Cocktails and use them on shops selling American products.

The Regional Security Office of the U.S. Embassy has been in contact with the local police and other sources to determine the validity of the reports.  At this time, this report has not been verified.  However, due to the specific nature of the report, U.S. Embassy officials decided to share this information with the public. 

It is reported that the group responsible for the distribution of the leaflets is Global Intifada which claims responsibility for a number of arson attacks in the area.  The police are taking the situation seriously but cannot connect the group to recent fires in the area.  Police investigations continue. 

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The British Foreign & Commonwealth Office gives the following advice British people who are traveling, working or living in Sweden: "We strongly recommend that you obtain comprehensive travel and medical insurance before travelling. This should cover medical evacuation by air ambulance. You should check any exclusions, and that your policy covers you for all the activities you want to undertake."

The Canadian Foreign Affairs Office gives the following advice to Canadians who are traveling, working or living in Sweden: "Do not rely on your provincial health plan to cover costs if you get sick or are injured while abroad. Out-of-country healthcare can be costly, and your health plan will cover only part of the bill at best. It is your responsibility to obtain supplementary travel insurance and understand the terms of your policy. Some credit card companies offer their holders health and travel insurance. Do not assume that coverage is automatically included or that the card alone provides adequate coverage."

The New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs & Trade gives the following advice to New Zealanders: "New Zealanders travelling or resident in Sweden should have comprehensive medical and travel insurance policies in place that include provision for medical evacuation by air."

The U.S. Department of State gives the following advice to Americans who are traveling, working or living in Sweden: "We strongly urge you to consult with their medical insurance company prior to traveling abroad to confirm whether their policy applies overseas and whether it will cover emergency expenses such as a medical evacuation and overseas medical services. Please keep in mind that Medicare does not cover any illness or injury that occurs outside of the United States."

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