Tunisia: Heightened security following stabbing incident outside Brazilian Embassy in Tunis June 19

Event

Police are responding to an incident near the Brazilian Embassy in Tunis, where a knife-wielding assailant wounded one police officer on June 19. According to authorities, the assailant has been detained; the motive behind the attack remains unknown.

A heavy police presence is likely near the Brazilian Embassy as police investigate the incident. Localized transport and business disruptions are possible in the area through June 19.

Advice

Avoid the area until authorities give the all-clear. Heed the instructions of security personnel. Reconfirm business appointments and allow for additional transport time near the embassy.