(National-UAE) Security services across Europe have uncovered an ISIS plot to use explosives to target churches.
Counter-terrorism experts say the group remains a “serious threat” and is taking advantage of the conflict in Gaza to motivate its supporters.
Over the Christmas period, police have made several arrests in Spain, Austria, France and Germany.
In Germany, police fear terrorists are plotting an attack on Cologne [Cathedral] and have increased security.
They are now carrying out strict controls on people entering the cathedral following a “danger warning” for New Year’s Eve.