In Bangladesh consular sheet issued on May 1, the State Department said Bangladesh is currently under a state of emergency and elections have been postponed until late 2008.

"And it is unclear how long the current government intends to stay in office. The security situation in Bangladesh is fluid and Americans are urged to check with the US embassy for the latest information," it said.

The US citizens were also advised not to travel to Khagrachhari, Rangamati and Bandarban hill districts.

Additionally, the Consular Sheet said the US embassy continues to receive reports of incidents of kidnapping, arms and narcotics smuggling and clashes between local Bangladeshis and Rohingya refugees in areas near Rohingyan refugee camps in the Teknaf, Kutupalong, Ukhia and Ramu areas of the Cox's Bazar district.

The US embassy also recommends against travel to these areas. Individuals who choose to visit these districts are urged to exercise extreme caution.