Security Advisory by the Security Teams of the Rome Based UN Agencies - strengthened security measures in Italy

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Please note the below information, as has been sent to all staff of 
FAO/IFAD/WFP in Rome, and shared with all other UN organizations present 
in Italy.
Trieste is not mentioned but also here staff is invited to be vigilant.

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Joint Security Advisory by the Security Teams of the Rome Based Agencies 
- Strengthened security measures in Italy

In response to the Nice attack, European countries have tightened border 
controls with France.  Moreover, due to recent threats of terrorism in 
major European cities, particularly Rome, Italian authorities have 
strengthened security measures and increased the number of Operational 
Units for Rapid Intervention to monitor sensitive targets. The alert in 
Italy remains at level two (the highest level of emergency is level one 
for attacks in progress) and it allows for immediate action of 
specialized military forces.

While the UN organizations based in Rome are not a primary sensitive 
target, UN personnel and their families are advised to:

·be extremely vigilant when in public places or using public transport

·be prepared for additional security screening

·monitor media and factor updated information into official and personal 
travel plans and activities

·check local sources to stay informed about local events to avoid 
crowded places

·follow UN travel and safety procedures

·contact respective FAO/WFP/IFAD Security Services to report any 
specific safety concerns

·observe your surroundings and report any suspicious item or behaviour 
to the police (emergency number, 112).

The RBA security teams are working closely with Italian Authorities to 
monitor the situation and to keep staff informed and updated accordingly.

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Dag Harald Johannessen



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