Increased Protection Levels for U.S. Military Bases in Europe

The U.S. military commander in Europe raised protection levels for military bases and forces after President Biden's debate performance against Trump. The decision was made out of caution and not related to a single threat. The Trump campaign linked the increased alert level to Biden's performance, claiming it made the U.S. weak. The threat level in Europe was raised to condition 'Charlie,' indicating a possible terrorist action targeting personnel or facilities. FBI Director Wray warned of a heightened risk of a terrorist attack in the U.S.

Discussion on illegal immigration and potential ISIS ties among migrants in the U.S.

Former Trump-era national security aide John Ullyot discusses illegal immigration and escalation between Chinese and Filipino forces in the South China Sea. DHS has identified over 400 individuals brought to the U.S. from Eastern European and Central Asian countries by an ISIS-affiliated smuggling network. Officials have arrested over 150 individuals so far.

Terrorist Threat in Moscow and U.S.-Russia Relations

U.S. citizens in Moscow have been warned to avoid large gatherings due to fears of a terrorist attack. Russia's FSB security service foiled a planned attack by an Afghan ISIS offshoot on a synagogue in the Kaluga region. The U.S. Embassy criticized Russia for designating American educational organizations as 'undesirable.'