Western Governments Warn of Possible Bomb Attacks During African Summit

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A handout file photo released by the African Union in Addis Ababa shows the AU flag

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Several Western governments are warning their citizens in Ethiopia of credible threats of terrorist bomb attacks during the African Union summit this week in Addis Ababa. A long list of African leaders and foreign dignitaries will be attending the summit.

Australia’s foreign ministry issued a bluntly worded security alert for Ethiopia on its website.  Diplomats from the United States, Britain and other Western countries said their governments were preparing similar statements.

The warning comes days before at least 25 heads of state and host of other dignitaries are to arrive in Addis Ababa for an African Union summit. Read More