**U.S. Issues Level 4 Travel Warning for Colombia and Burkina Faso**

If you’re planning international travel, “take note.” The U.S. State Department has issued a Level 4 travel advisory—its highest level—for Colombia and Burkina Faso, urging Americans not to visit due to “rising violence, terrorism, and political instability.”

**Why the Warning?**
Officials say the decision comes after evaluating “recent attacks, political unrest, and threats to American citizens.”

**Colombia: Crime Surging**
Colombia’s beauty hides serious danger. Armed groups like ELN “carry out kidnappings, extortion, and bombings,” especially in rural areas. Urban centers such as Bogotá and Medellín face rising theft and “express kidnappings,” where victims are forced to withdraw money.

**Burkina Faso: Terror Hotspot**
In Burkina Faso, terrorists linked to ISIS and Al-Qaeda operate freely. “They frequently carry out attacks on civilians in markets, churches, hotels, and government buildings.” Foreigners are prime targets, and the government struggles to control anything outside the capital.

**What It Means**
A Level 4 warning is serious. “The risks are high and ongoing,” and travelers can’t rely on local authorities for help. Tourists are urged to avoid both countries until conditions improve.

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