Key facts
- Germany has raised its security threat level to 'high'.
- The previous level was 'abstract'.
- Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt cited increasing intelligence.
- Attack plans against Germany are discernible.
- Risks include infrastructure, individuals, and institutions.
Germany has elevated its security stance to a 'high threat level,' moving from a previous 'abstract threat level,' Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt announced in an interview with Welt am Sonntag. Dobrindt stated that the decision was based on increasing intelligence and reports, indicating that the risk of attacks must be considered at all times.
"Plans for attacks against our country are clearly discernible," Dobrindt was quoted as saying, highlighting risks to German infrastructure, individuals, and institutions. The Interior Ministry did not immediately provide further details.