New York promises unprecedented security for India-Pakistan clash following terror threat
The HinduNew York's Nassau County will have unprecedented security arrangements in place for theT20 World Cup clash betweenIndia and Pakistan on June 9 due to the threat of a terror attack here even though state Governor Kathy Hochul insisted that it is not credible "at this time." New York State Governor Kathy Hochul said she has directed state police to elevate security measures to ensure safety of the crowds. While there is no credible threat at this time, I've directed @nyspolice to elevate security measures & we’ll continue to monitor as the event nears," Ms. Hochul said in a post on X. A report on CNN said that New York officials are putting safety precautions in place "after terror group ISIS-K made a global threat earlier this year" against the World Cup.
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