'Small explosion' near US embassy in Montenegro, investigation 'evolving'
There was a "small explosion" near the U.S. embassy compound in Podgorica, the capital of the Balkan nation of Montenegro, at approximately midnight local time Thursday, the State Department has confirmed to ABC News.
"At this time, embassy officials are working closely with police to identify the assailant(s)," a State Department spokesman said.
The spokesman said the investigation is "evolving."
"The embassy is currently conducting an internal review to confirm the safety of all staff," the spokesman added.
The embassy had initially announced on its website that it was experiencing "an active security situation."
The warning on the website said the embassy "advises U.S. citizens there is an active security situation at the U.S. embassy in Podgorica. Avoid the Embassy until further notice."
It listed a series of "actions to take," which included avoiding the area around the embassy, monitor local media, avoid large gatherings and demonstrations, follow the instructions of local authorities, and "employ sound security practices."
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