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Rome Terrorism Update

As of May 13, 2026, 7:35 AM

This terrorism 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. No terrorism incidents were recorded in the last 48 hours, while 3 incidents were logged overall. Cited sources include U.S. Department of State — Exercise increased caution in Italy (2026-05-13), Il Tempo — Il marittimo in quarantena: io "primo malato d'Italia" per un equivoco (2026-05-13), Il Tempo — Unabomber, il terrore del Nordest resta un mistero: 32 attentati senza autore (2026-05-12), and Musei in Comune (Roma) — Domenica 5 maggio 2024 ingresso gratuito nei musei civici e siti archeologici di Roma (2026-05-13). Recommended actions include Enroll in the U.S. State Department STEP program and monitor embassy alerts before and during travel. and Monitor local media and official museum sites (Musei in Comune) for event schedules or sudden closures.. Situational notes from the report: U.S. Department of State travel advisory: 'Exercise increased caution' in Italy due to terrorism risk common targets include tourist sites and transportation hubs. and Il Tempo reports a precautionary quarantine and media confusion after a passenger was linked to possible hantavirus exposure authorities ordered testing and isolation for contacts (later described as an equivocal/precautionary situation)..

Terrorism incidents

0 in last 48h

No terrorism incidents recorded in the last 48 hours.

No terrorism incidents were recorded in the last 48 hours. Emergency contacts include police 112, general 112, and ambulance 112. Travel advisory notes: Exercise increased caution in Italy due to terrorism . Advisory summary: There is risk of terrorist violence, including terrorist attacks and other activity in Italy. Visit the U.S.....

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

FAQ

What is the country risk level for Rome?

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

How many terrorism incidents were reported in the last 48 hours?

0 terrorism incidents were recorded 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.

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Travel advisory

Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution

U.S. State Department

Last updated May 13, 2026 3:35 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 .
Advisory summary: 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 . Advisory summary: 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 If you decide to travel to Italy: • Stay alert in tourist spots. • Check local media for breaking news. Be prepared to adjust your plans. • Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive messages and alerts from the U.S. Embassy. It makes it easier to locate you in an emergency. • Review the  Country Security Report  for Italy. • Prepare a contingency plan for emergency situations. Review the  Traveler’s Checklist . • Visit the CDC page for the latest  Travel Health Information  related to your travel and return to the United States.

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