Norway Ups Terror Threat Amid Middle East Conflict

Norway's PST security service has raised the national terrorism threat level to high due to escalating conflict in the Middle East. The primary concern is increased threats to Jewish and Israeli targets, as stated by the national police directorate in an official announcement.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 08-10-2024 18:42 IST | Created: 08-10-2024 18:42 IST
Norway Ups Terror Threat Amid Middle East Conflict
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In a significant development, Norway's PST security service has elevated the national terrorism threat to its second-highest level. The announcement comes in response to the escalating conflict in the Middle East, as stated by the national police directorate on Tuesday.

The decision marks an increase from a moderate to a high threat level. According to official statements, the escalation has primarily intensified threats against Jewish and Israeli targets.

The updated threat assessment underlines the broader security implications of the Middle East conflict and highlights the vulnerability of specific communities within Norway.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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