Islamic State video includes images of Times Square

NEW YORK (AP) — The New York Police Department says it's aware of a newly released Islamic State group video showing images of Times Square but says there's no current or specific threat to the city.

An NYPD spokesman says in a statement issued Wednesday that some of the video footage is old but the video reaffirms the message the city remains a top terrorist target. He says the police department will remain vigilant and continue to work with the FBI and the intelligence community.

The NYPD says it will continue to deploy additional counterterrorism teams throughout the city.

Democratic Mayor Bill de Blasio says the city won't be intimidated. He says people should continue to live their lives and "enjoy the greatest city in the world."

Democratic Gov. Andrew Cuomo says he has directed state agencies to "enhance their preparedness."


-- (c) Associated Press 2015-11-19

New York mayor downplays terror threat video
By Adrian Lancashire | With REUTERS



"There is no credible and specific threat against New York City"

NEW YORK: -- Mayor Bill de Blasio has issued a message of reassurance for New York City, not to worry about any terrorist attack.

This comes in response to a newly released video by the radical Islamic State movement suggesting that America’s most populous city is a potential target, in a way similar to Paris last Friday.

De Blasio said: “There is no credible and specific threat against New York City. The people of New York City will not be intimidated. We understand it is the goal of terrorists to intimidate and disrupt our democratic society. We will not submit to their wishes.”

The nearly six-minute video portrays New York, Paris and bomb preparations. The FBI said it would investigate. But Police Commissioner William Bratton agreed with the mayor. De Blasio encouraged New Yorkers to “go about their business” while remaining watchful.

-- (c) Copyright Euronews 2015-11-19

If they can, they will and if they don't, it won't be for lack of trying.

This is where I tip my hat to the US security systems that (IMO) do

one hellova' job.