The U.S. Embassy in Kabul has warned of possible attacks by militants during the Afghan New Year which will be observed on 21st of March.

“As of mid-March 2019, the U.S. Embassy has received increased reports regarding possible attacks coinciding with the Afghan New Year holiday that will be observed on March 21,” the U.S. Embassy in Kabul said in a statement.

The statement further added that militants continue to plan attacks against a variety of targets in Kabul, including Afghan, U.S., and other foreign government offices and facilities.

“Additionally, insurgents have threatened other facilities around the country where foreign citizens may gather, including Jalalabad Airport in Nangarhar province, schools, hotels, and housing compounds. There also may be demonstrations and large gatherings, and celebratory gunfire,” the statement added.