US embassy in Kabul warns Americans of Taliban possible attack

US embassy in Kabul on Sunday warned American citizens in Afghanistan of Taliban possible attack.

The local Khaama news agency reported that the group's militants are planning to target a compound possibly located in Taimani area of Kabul.

"As of mid-August 2015, Afghan Taliban insurgents are planning to carry out an attack against a compound possibly located in the Taimani area of Police District 4 in Kabul," a statement by the US embassy said.

"Additionally, the insurgents may be planning attacks against several targets frequented by foreigners, including Hamid Karzai International Airport, vehicle repair and fueling facilities, and a barber shop along the Bagram road. No further information was available regarding the target, timing, or method of any planned attack," the statement added.

The embassy said that they are taking these threats seriously and advised US citizens to avoid these areas if possible.

"As a reminder, in accordance with the Travel Warning for Afghanistan, the Department of State warns US citizens against travel to Afghanistan," the statement said.

"The security situation in Afghanistan is extremely unstable, and the threat to all US citizens in Afghanistan remains critical. US citizens currently visiting or residing in Afghanistan may wish to consider departing," the statement added.

The statement followed a series of deadly attacks in Kabul which left scores of people dead or wounded.