The US State Department warned today that extreme Islamic groups may be planning terrorist attacks against US citzens or interests in Kyrgyzstan. In a public announcement, the department alerted Americans that extremist groups such as the Islamic Movement of Uzbekistan (IMU), which it described as "a terrorist organization with links to al-Qaida" could be planning attacks. "US citizens are urged to consider their safety and security before travelling to the Kyrgyz Republic," it said.
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