US embassy in Montenegro reportedly targeted with explosive device

• The US Embassy in Montenegro cautioned people that there is an "active security situation."
• The embassy's statement comes amid reports of a grenade attack on Wednesday night.

The US embassy in Montenegro cautioned people that there is an "active security situation" in the capital of Podgorica on Wednesday night

The embassy's warning comes amid multiple reports of an attack involving grenades. A man reportedly threw an explosive device at the building before blowing himself up, a Reuters report citing local media said.

The embassy said in its statement to "avoid the embassy until further notice."

This is a developing story. Check back for updates.

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