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Authorities are implementing unprecedented security measures for the upcoming cricket World Cup match between India and Pakistan at Eisenhower Stadium on Long Island following an ISIS threat. Despite no specific threat, local, state, and federal agencies are collaborating to ensure safety, including deploying 100 additional police officers, metal detectors, a no-fly zone, and strict entry regulations.
UEFA is proceeding with this week's Champions League matches despite alleged Islamic State terror threats, working closely with local authorities to ensure appropriate security measures are in place. The threats, originating from social media, target the four venues hosting the fixtures. London's Metropolitan Police has assured a robust policing plan for Arsenal's match against Bayern Munich, while similar security measures are being implemented in Paris and Madrid. Despite concerns, UEFA and the clubs involved are working with authorities to ensure the safety and security of players and fans.
UEFA confirms awareness of terror threat against Champions League quarterfinal matches but states that the matches will proceed as planned with increased security measures in place at the respective venues. France and Spain have announced heightened security measures in response to the threat, while players and managers express concern but emphasize the need to focus on the matches.
Russian intelligence reportedly dismissed US warnings of a potential terror threat, leading to strained intelligence cooperation between the two countries. The US had shared intelligence indicating a possible attack on Russian soil, but Russian officials allegedly downplayed the information, attributing it to American attempts to sow discord. This incident highlights the challenges in international security cooperation and the complexities of intelligence sharing between nations.
The US embassy in Russia issued a warning about an imminent terror threat in Moscow, following Russian security services' foiling of a planned attack at a synagogue by an Islamic State cell. A senior Russian official warned of a potential full-scale war in Europe, as Sweden joined NATO. Meanwhile, tensions continue to escalate, with Russia claiming to have downed a Ukrainian fighter jet, and Poland's foreign minister suggesting that the presence of NATO forces in Ukraine is not unthinkable. Additionally, Armenia is considering seeking EU membership amid tensions with traditional ally Russia, and Britain has pledged to provide 10,000 drones to Ukraine in its fight against Russia.
The U.S. Embassy in Moscow has warned American citizens to avoid large gatherings in the city over the next 48 hours due to reports of potential terror attacks targeting such events, including concerts. The warning comes amid growing tensions between the U.S. and Russia, and on the same day that Russia's Federal Security Service announced the foiling of a plot by an Islamic State-linked group to attack a synagogue in Moscow. It is unclear if the two incidents are related.
The UK government has raised the terror threat level in Northern Ireland to "severe" ahead of an expected visit by US President Joe Biden to mark the 25th anniversary of the Good Friday Agreement. The domestic spy agency MI5 judged that the risk of an attack had gone from "substantial" to "severe", meaning an incident is judged "highly likely". The province stands transformed since the Good Friday Agreement was adopted on April 10, 1998, but a small number of people remain determined to cause harm to communities through acts of politically motivated violence.