Incident Details
On March 24, the French government raised the country’s terror alert warning to its highest level after the Islamic State claimed responsibility for the Russian concert hall attack in a Moscow suburb on March 22. France was already increasing security measures in preparation to host the Paris Olympics and Paralympics this year, which are expected to draw millions of visitors to the country during July and August.
Traveler Safety
The raised terror alert means travelers can expect heightened security measures in urban centers including increased patrols by armed forces in tourism hotspots, public transportation hubs, religious sites, and high-traffic areas.
