The message has to do with Tuesday’s publication of the US Department of State , which warned choosing overseas Americans from the increased terrorist threat in Europe – in France in connection with the planned for June and July sporting events and Poland, where in July, to be held World Youth Day .
“the US State Department in its Communication warns of terrorist attacks that may take place in Europe. in this context mentions m .in. organized in Poland World Youth Day. Being aware of the risks posed by the organization of such a large undertaking as the World Youth Day, the Minister coordinator of special services indicates that there are no signals of an increased threat of attacks in Poland “ – said the chief Department of social communication of the department of national security CPM Stanislaw Żaryn .
“Warning US Department of State is a routine and does not result from knowledge of the planned attacks in Poland “ – he added.
He stressed that the services in this field also work with their allied counterparts. “Any signs of threats is collected by the service and the date analyzed” – said Żaryn.
informing their citizens about the threat, the US State Department warned that the target of attacks can be tourist attractions , shopping centers , Restaurants and transport . He pointed out that large crowds of tourists, which in the summer months will visit Europe, may be attractive targets for “terrorists are planning attacks in public places, especially during big events” . Later stressed that there is no information on the “specific, credible threats to the European football championship, the Tour de France or the Catholic Youth Days” .
The US State Department also pointed out that the World Youth Day to attract Polish between 26 and 31 July about 2.5 million faithful, and because of the extraordinary security measures taken by the Polish authorities American tourists should be prepared for frequent and meticulous checks.
In mid-May Minister of interior and administration Law and Justice deputy asserted that the WYD “will be safe.” – We will ensure the safety of pilgrims who arrive for a meeting with Pope Francis. Carried out intensive work when it comes to a place where they will be masses of the leadership of the Pope’s – he said.
On Tuesday, during an extraordinary session of the City Council Secretary General of the Organizing Committee of World Youth Day, Fr. Grzegorz Suchodolski was asked how many people give up on arrival at the Polish WYD in connection with the terrorist threat; He estimated that could dispense approx. 10 per cent. people, but these form a new group.
Until now eager to come declared 575 thousand. people from 185 countries , of which 248 thousand. over the so-called. the second phase, which is chosen and paid off in most packages including accommodation and meals.
Krakow WYD 2016 will be held between 26 and 31 July.
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