Italy: 29,000 sites under surveillance for the crisis in Iran

The summit was preceded by a meeting of the Counter-Terrorism Strategic Analysis Committee (CASA), a technical body attended by experts from the police and intelligence agencies. "During the meeting," the Viminale announced in a note, "the outcomes of recent investigative activities were presented and new operational guidelines were defined to deal with the potential impacts on national security resulting from the crisis in the Middle East and the deterioration of the international geopolitical framework.

Enhanced prevention activities.

At the end of the summit, 'at the instigation of Minister Piantedosi', the prevention and risk analysis activities for internal security were stepped up, 'with a special focus on counter-terrorism measures'.

The alert level concerns embassies, consulates and representative offices of the States of Iran, Israel and the USA. Local authorities have also been involved in the strengthening of control and prevention services. The risk analysis activities for internal security have been strengthened and the focus is on measures to counter possible terrorist attacks.

From the Capital to Military Bases

In the Capital, surveillance on US 'targets' has been increased. Greater control and increased vigilance also in Naples and Milan, with prevention and protection of consular, religious or commercial targets.

A 'clampdown', with increased attention and high alert levels also at military bases.

It is also planned to reinforce surveillance in particularly frequented places: from monuments to cultural events, continuing with tourist areas and sporting events.