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Several U.S. military installations across Europe have escalated to a heightened state of alert, confirmed by U.S. officials. This change marks the implementation of Force Protection Condition “Charlie,” a significant security measure.
Over the weekend, the alert level was raised to FPCON Charlie, as reported by two U.S. officials. This security level represents the second highest state of alert within the U.S. Army’s framework. It is enacted when an incident has occurred or there is intelligence indicating a probable terrorist threat or targeting of personnel and facilities.
A statement from U.S. European Command (EUCOM) emphasized the ongoing assessment of various security and safety factors. “For operational security reasons, we will not get into specific measures, but we remain vigilant,” the statement read, highlighting the cautious and proactive stance of the command.
The initial report on this development was published by Stars and Stripes, an independent military news source. This elevated alert status underscores the continuous efforts to ensure the safety and security of U.S. military personnel and facilities in Europe amid potential threats.
All American military bases in Europe have been placed on high ‘terror attack’ alert - media
— RT (@RT_com) July 1, 2024
A threat level of this kind has not been activated 'in at least ten years'
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