The Federal Office for the Protection of the Constitution assumes an increased risk of terrorism at Christmas. That is why the Austrian security forces now mainly protect Christian events and places of worship.
According to police, radical Islamists across Europe are calling for attacks on Christian events around December 24. Churches in Vienna and the federal states, as well as religious events and Christmas markets, are considered particularly endangered.
To ensure the safety of the population, Austrian security authorities are increasing precautions in public spaces. Threatened objects and places are increasingly being monitored or guarded. According to a press release, police are coordinating the specific steps with the organizers and operators of the respective facilities. You keep an eye on what is needed.
Please bring photo identification
“Police precautions will be increased during the coming Christmas holidays, especially in patrol and security services,” the police explained. Both civilian and uniformed emergency services with special equipment and long weapons are in action. In addition, access controls can take place at church services and other events. Visitors are therefore asked to bring photo identification to Christian events and to allow more time than normal.
Source: Krone
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