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Serbia raises security level after attacks in Turkey, Germany

Xinhua, December 23, 2016 Adjust font size:

Serbia has intensified its security measures after attacks in Germany and Turkey, Serbian Interior Ministry said in a press release on Thursday.

According to the ministry, additional security measures have been introduced at border crossings, airports, railway and bus stations as well as other public venues.

Increased presence of police officers on streets, in both uniforms and plainclothes, is among the measures.

It also vows special measures during the New Year and Christmas holidays.

"Additional security measures have been undertaken after terrorist attacks in Ankara and Berlin, while special measures will be introduced during the celebration of the upcoming New Year and Christmas holidays," says the release.

And to better secure the country, the police is cooperating and exchanging information with both domestic and foreign security services, says the ministry. Enditem