Christmas and New Year, “possible attacks in Europe”. The disturbing investigation in Germany

The most important holiday in Christianity. Over the years and with the advent of more rampant consumerism, it also became an opportunity for meetings, leisure and entertainment. A period of serenity, which could be ruined by the terrorist alarm. At least according to rumors spread by German media and published by the AdnKronos news agency. Security forces in Austria, Germany and Spain have received indications that an Islamic terrorist cell may be planning several attacks in Europe on New Year’s Eve or Christmas.

The group may be linked to the Islamic State organization in the province of Khorasan (Iran), Dpa found. Targets could include Christmas church services in Cologne, Vienna and Madrid. Cologne Cathedral was searched and checked with explosive detection dogs: the police want to check that no dangerous objects were stored in the cathedral. “The Cologne police will take special protective measures from this evening onwards,” said a spokesperson, explaining that for security reasons no information about the investigation will be released.

After the searches, the Cathedral will be closed and tomorrow all visitors will be screened before entering the church Extraordinary security measures also around St. Stephen’s Cathedral in Vienna due to the alarm raised in Germany, Austria and Spain over possible planned attacks by an Islamic cell. Bild reports: “These precautionary measures – announced the police – aim to maintain the safety of the Austrian people. There will be increased precautions by police during the Christmas holidays. Civilian forces will be mobilized and uniformed with special equipment. Police attention focuses mainly on churches and religious events, in particular religious services and Christmas markets. Measures will be taken as necessary and may include checks upon access.”