Terrorists Planning To Hit US, UK Raises Alarm

The United Kingdom (UK) has raised an alarm warning its citizens against traveling to the United State of America saying that terrorists are planning to attack the US.

The UK in a travel advisory issued on Friday advised its citizens in the US to be vigilant and avoid public gatherings, noting that the terrorists might target places where foreigners gather or crowded areas as well as transportation channels.

According to the travel advisory, the UK noted that it learnt that the US’s Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) had also warned Americans in New Jersey that terrorists were planning to attack synagogues in the state.

The FBI noted that it received credible information about a “broad” threat to synagogues in New Jersey urging them to “take all security precautions to protect your community and facility.”

Warning its citizens on Friday, the UK said, “Terrorists are very likely to try to carry out attacks in the USA. Attacks could be indiscriminate, including in places visited by foreigners, crowded areas, and transportation networks. You should monitor media reports and be vigilant at all times.

“The main threat comes from individuals who may have been inspired by terrorist ideology to carry out so-called ‘lone actor’ attacks targeting public events or places. Attacks could take place with little or no notice.”

The UK government further said that the US government might deploy security agents in public places to foil possible attacks.

According to the UK government, the US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) issued information on credible threats.

The advisory added that “The US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) provides public information about credible threats. Expect an increased presence of law enforcement and tight security at public places and events.

“This may include a heavy police presence, additional restrictions and searches on bags, and the use of screening technologies. For all current alerts within the USA and its territories, visit the DHS website.

“There’s a heightened threat of terrorist attack globally against UK interests and British nationals, from groups or individuals motivated by the conflict in Iraq and Syria. You should be vigilant at this time.” 

Recall that the UK had, a few weeks ago issued similar terror alert in Nigeria, warning its citizens to avoid Abuja, Nigeria’s capital, saying that terrorists are planning to attack the city. The US and Canada also issued similar warning in Nigeria.