European capitals boost security after attacks

European capitals are beefing up security outside French institutions and calling for greater public vigilance.

Governments across Europe held emergency meetings to assess the threat level, with British Prime Minister David Cameron pointing to an “evolving” threat from the Islamic State group which claimed the attack.

London landmark The London Eye is illuminated in blue, white and red lights, resembling the colours of the French national flag, in London on November 14, 2015 (Justin Tallis/AFP)
London landmark The London Eye is illuminated in blue, white and red lights, resembling the colours of the French national flag, in London on November 14, 2015 (Justin Tallis/AFP)

Countries bordering France including Belgium, Germany and Switzerland also say they are stepping up checks after French authorities also announced restrictions for traffic in and out of the country.

–AFP

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