Austria steps up anti-terrorism security measures for Christmas
Kyiv • UNN
Austria is stepping up anti-terrorism measures in response to the heightened threat at Christmas, increasing police presence following reports of possible attacks on churches.
The Austrian police have announced that they are stepping up anti-terrorist security measures due to the increased threat of terrorist attacks during the Christmas holidays. The relevant publication appeared on the agency's website, UNN reports.
As calls are heard across Europe for attacks on Christmas events - especially around December 24 - security authorities have stepped up appropriate security measures in public places in Vienna and the federal states
On March 15, the Vienna police stepped up security due to reports of a terrorist threat. It is noted that the police received unspecified reports of a possible attack on churches, after which the number of of police units with special equipment on the streets of the city was increased. was increased.