Police have acquired detention orders to question 3 suspects apprehended in connection with alleged security threats to Israeli nationals in Sri Lanka, according to Police Spokesman DIG Nihal Thalduwa.The three suspects had actually been arrested by the Terrorism Investigation Division (TID), it was reported yesterday.Public Security Minister Vijitha Herath, speaking at an interview the other day, confirmed the arrests were based upon intelligence reports showing potential dangers to Israelis amidst increased Middle Eastern tensions.Intelligence agencies received information about it.
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During the month, the security council satisfied on a number of occasions, he said.He even more mentioned that the general public, regional along with foreigners, need not entertain any worries on likely attacks on Israelis or any others, as all possible security measures have been required to guarantee their safety.On October 23, Israels national Security Council had actually provided an immediate warning to Israeli residents to leave popular tourist locations in southern Sri Lanka right away, and classified the Arugam Bay area as a level 4 risk, advising Israelis to take preventative measures, such as concealing their Jewish identity and preventing big gatherings.The Israeli security facility is maintaining close communication with Sri Lankan security authorities and carefully keeping an eye on the situation, the council stated.It also advised Israelis in other parts of Sri Lanka to work out caution and prevent holding large public gatherings.The security alert followed a caution from the United States Embassy in Colombo, which said it had gotten trustworthy information about a prospective attack in Arugam Bay.
United States residents are highly advised to avoid the location up until additional notice, the declaration said.The Russian Embassy and the UK issued a similar warnings to its residents, urging them to remain watchful and prevent large gatherings.Security has consequently been tightened in tourist hotspots across the island including Arugam Bay.
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