"The NYPD is closely monitoring events in Iran and the Middle East and coordinating with our federal and international partners. As is our protocol and out of an abundance of caution, we will be enhancing patrols to sensitive locations throughout the city, including diplomatic, cultural, religious, and other relevant sites."
"Pro-Iranian group Kata'ib Hezbollah was threatening to target U.S. military bases in the Middle East, the sources said. But the NYPD had yet to identify specific calls for targeted attacks in the city or the rest of the US, the sources said."
Following US and Israel missile strikes on Iran overnight, law enforcement heightened security measures across New York City. NYPD deployed counterterrorism officers to patrol the Iranian Embassy and other sensitive locations including diplomatic missions, cultural centers, and religious institutions. The Port Authority also increased tactical patrols at airports, bus terminals, and railroads. While no specific, credible threats were immediately identified, the precautionary measures were implemented as supporters of the Iranian regime expressed anti-US rhetoric. Pro-Iranian group Kata'ib Hezbollah threatened to target US military bases in the Middle East. The public was urged to remain vigilant and report suspicious activity to authorities.
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