403
Sorry!!
Error! We're sorry, but the page you were
looking for doesn't exist.
NATO base in Germany gets ready for probable threat
(MENAFN) The NATO radar base in Geilenkirchen, Germany, has heightened its security alert following an intelligence report suggesting a potential threat. Situated near the German-Dutch border, the base is a crucial hub for NATO’s AWACS (Airborne Warning and Control System), which has been operational since 1988.
On Thursday evening, the base confirmed on its X (formerly Twitter) account that the security level had been raised due to the intelligence warning. The announcement stated that all non-essential staff had been sent home as a precaution, while essential operations continued as scheduled.
The alert level has been elevated to "Charlie," the second-highest of four levels, indicating a heightened risk of terrorist activity based on recent intelligence. This follows an attempted trespassing incident reported last week, which led to a comprehensive security sweep of the base. On the same day, the Wahn barracks, which support the military operations at Cologne Bonn Airport, were placed under lockdown due to concerns over potential water contamination. Subsequent tests confirmed that the tap water was safe.
In addition, authorities are investigating sightings of unidentified drones over critical infrastructure in northern Germany, adding to the heightened security concerns. NATO has recently increased warnings about potential sabotage by Russia, amid rising tensions and expanded support for Ukraine from the US and its allies. Despite Moscow’s allegations that such support escalates the conflict, Western nations maintain that their aid to Kiev does not make them participants in the ongoing war
On Thursday evening, the base confirmed on its X (formerly Twitter) account that the security level had been raised due to the intelligence warning. The announcement stated that all non-essential staff had been sent home as a precaution, while essential operations continued as scheduled.
The alert level has been elevated to "Charlie," the second-highest of four levels, indicating a heightened risk of terrorist activity based on recent intelligence. This follows an attempted trespassing incident reported last week, which led to a comprehensive security sweep of the base. On the same day, the Wahn barracks, which support the military operations at Cologne Bonn Airport, were placed under lockdown due to concerns over potential water contamination. Subsequent tests confirmed that the tap water was safe.
In addition, authorities are investigating sightings of unidentified drones over critical infrastructure in northern Germany, adding to the heightened security concerns. NATO has recently increased warnings about potential sabotage by Russia, amid rising tensions and expanded support for Ukraine from the US and its allies. Despite Moscow’s allegations that such support escalates the conflict, Western nations maintain that their aid to Kiev does not make them participants in the ongoing war
Legal Disclaimer:
MENAFN provides the information “as is” without warranty of any kind. We do not accept any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, content, images, videos, licenses, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information contained in this article. If you have any complaints or copyright issues related to this article, kindly contact the provider above.
Most popular stories
More Story
Comments
No comment