Monday, April 11, 2016

German Domestic Intel Chief: Islamic State Eyeing German Cities As Next Targets

Hans-Georg Maassen from the Federal Office for the Protection of the Constitution (BfV) looks on during an interview in Berlin, Germany Aug. 4, 2015. PHOTO: REUTERS/FABRIZIO BENSCH

IBTimes: ISIS Threat To Germany: Spy Chief Says Security Situation Is ‘Very Serious’ Amid Islamic State’s Attack Plans

Germany's security situation is "very serious" amid the Islamic State group's threat to attack the country, the head of the domestic intelligence agency (BfV) told a Sunday newspaper, according to Reuters. Hans-Georg Maassen reportedly said that despite concerns, authorities are still unaware of the militant group's plot to strike.

The extremist group, also known as ISIS, reportedly released a video Tuesday, suggesting it was planning further attacks in the West after the March 22 bombings in Brussels that killed 32 people, and last year's Nov. 13 Paris attacks that killed 130 people. In the video, the group mentioned possible targets, which included London, Berlin and Rome.

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More News On German Intelligence Warning of ISIS Attacks Against German Targets

German spy chief: ISIS wants to attack us and the situation is 'very serious' -- Reuters
German intelligence head admits 'misjudgment' on 'Islamic State' strategy -- DW
Germany increases security, warns of potential Daesh attack -- Al Bawaba
ISIS eyes German cities as next targets – spy chief -- RT

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