British police are aware of threats against soccer matches, indicating the resurgence of Islamic State. The threats raise concerns about the security of the upcoming Olympic Games in Paris.
WATCH RELATED: Gen. Petraeus says West faces more ‘threats than we have at any time since the end of the Cold War’ – Mar 31, 2024British police said they were aware of reports of threats and had a robust policing plan in place ahead of Arsenal’s match against Bayern Munich in London on Tuesday night.
They also point to the complex geopolitical backdrop to the world’s biggest single sporting event, the Olympic Games, set to take place in Paris in July and August.At a press event to discuss Olympic security on Tuesday, French Interior Minister Gerald Darmanin told reporters that police had “considerably strengthened security” for Wednesday’s fixture between Paris St Germain and Barcelona in Paris.
“If they constrict and oppress on the ground, then strike them from the sky,” said the post, which featured a quadcopter flying over Real Madrid’s Santiago Bernabeu Stadium. “Of course, it’s worrying … Who in this room isn’t worried?” PSG coach Luis Enrique told reporters. “It’s something I hope can be controlled, and that they’re just threats and that nothing disastrous happens.”Spring housing market looms over the Bank of Canada’s rate decision. Here’s why“UEFA is aware of alleged terrorist threats made towards this week’s UEFA Champions League matches and is closely liaising with the authorities at the respective venues,” UEFA said in a statement.
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