CHRISTIAN churches in France are facing a “very high” terrorist threat at tomorrow’s Feast of Assumption.
French Minister of the Interior Gérald Darmanin has warned security needs to be urgently beefed up in places of Christian worship.
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He said churches should be keeping a close eye on anyone suspicious as well as cars parked out the front.
Operation Sentinelle forces – the unit established following the infamous Paris attacks in 2015 – may be deployed around churches during tomorrow’s celebrations, French media reported.
A strong police presence is also expected to hover around places of worship.
The Feast of Assumption celebrates Virgin Mary’s ascent to heaven.
Darmanin said high international tensions have increased the threat of terror, with global attention on France – following the Olympics and ahead of the Paralympics – making the country a potential target.
According to the UK foreign office: “Terrorists are very likely to try to carry out attacks in France.”
The foreign office lists “places of worship” as a location to be wary of.
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