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Rome OPSEC & Personal Safety Update

As of Feb 26, 2026, 3:13 PM

This opsec & personal safety update for Rome covers the last 48 hours of cited sources compiled in the Genesis Signals report. Country risk level is medium, with Crime as the top risk driver. The report logs 3 incidents across crime, terrorism, traffic, and health in the last 48 hours. Cited sources include Il Messaggero — Roma, giro di vite sui borseggi: due arresti al giorno. Fermati anche 73 minori (2026-02-25), Il Messaggero — Daniela Petroff Simpson, morta a Roma la giornalista che ha raccontato la moda italiana (2026-02-26), Musei in Comune — Domenica 5 maggio 2024 ingresso gratuito nei musei civici e siti archeologici di Roma (2026-02-26), and Musei in Comune — Domenica 3 luglio 2022 ingresso gratuito nel Sistema Musei di Roma Capitale (2026-02-26). Recommended actions include Keep valuables secured and out of sight on public transport and at tourist sites (use a front-facing money belt or inside zippered bag). and Monitor local news and U.S. Department of State advisory for terrorism alerts and avoid large gatherings near major tourist sites and transport hubs..

Topic resources

Rome travel advisory
travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/italy.html
Emergency contacts
General: 112 | Police: 112 | Ambulance: 112 | Fire: 112

Operational guidance

Personal security

Use an inside-closure bag or money belt; keep phones and passports in front pockets or inside zipped compartments when in crowds or on public transport.

Situational awareness

Be mindful of your surroundings at busy tourist sites, transport hubs and transfer points; note exits and official personnel locations.

Weather & packing

Carry a lightweight waterproof layer and reflective/water-resistant shoes for fog and occasional rain; expect cooler mornings and evenings.

Planning

Schedule museum visits with free-entry notices in mind to avoid peak crowds and allow more time for security checks and lines.

Situation-specific guidance

Public transport security

FAQ

What is the country risk level for Rome?

Country risk level is medium, with Crime as the top risk driver.

How many incidents were recorded in the last 48 hours?

3 incidents were recorded across categories in the last 48 hours.

Where can travelers find official guidance for Rome?

Review the official travel advisory source referenced in the report: https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/italy.html.

More topics for Rome

Crime Terrorism Traffic & Transit Health & Medical Supplies & Services

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Snapshot

Country risk levelmedium

Advisory-derived, not city-specific.

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Top driverCrime

Total incidents3

CoverageFULL

Traveler essentials

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Travel advisory

Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution

U.S. State Department

Last updated February 26, 2026 10:13 AM ET

Who is affected

Travelers, residents, and on-the-ground teams in Rome.

What to do now

Check official updates daily, confirm routes, and keep emergency contacts handy.

Key takeaways

Exercise increased caution in Italy due to terrorism .
There is risk of terrorist violence, including terrorist attacks and other activity in Italy. Visit the U.S. Department of State's country reports on terrorism to learn more.
Terrorists may attack with little or no warning. Common targets include:
Tourist spots
Transportation centers
Shopping malls and markets

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Exercise increased caution in Italy due to terrorism . There is risk of terrorist violence, including terrorist attacks and other activity in Italy. Visit the U.S. Department of State's country reports on terrorism to learn more. Terrorists may attack with little or no warning. Common targets include: • Tourist spots • Transportation centers • Shopping malls and markets • Local government buildings • Hotels, clubs and restaurants • Religious sites • Parks • Sporting and cultural events • Schools • Airports • Public areas

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Cited sources

Il Messaggero — Roma, giro di vite sui borseggi: due arresti al giorno. Fermati anche 73 minori (2026-02-25)
Il Messaggero — Daniela Petroff Simpson, morta a Roma la giornalista che ha raccontato la moda italiana (2026-02-26)
Musei in Comune — Domenica 5 maggio 2024 ingresso gratuito nei musei civici e siti archeologici di Roma (2026-02-26)
Musei in Comune — Domenica 3 luglio 2022 ingresso gratuito nel Sistema Musei di Roma Capitale (2026-02-26)
Musei in Comune — I Musei in Comune nel circuito della Roma Pass (2026-02-26)
U.S. Department of State — Travel Advisory: Exercise increased caution in Italy due to terrorism (2026-02-26)