Raising the security level at a NATO air base in Germany due to a “potential threat”

NATO raised the security level at its air base in the western German town of Geilenkirchen to the second highest level, Charlie, following intelligence reports of a potential threat.A Spokesman for the air base said late Thursday that all employees whose services were not needed were sent home as a precaution.He continued: "The decision was based on intelligence information indicating a potential threat."In NATO terminology, Charlie security level means that there is an incident or evidence indicating a high probability of a terrorist act against the alliance.The Spokesman stated that there is no cause for concern and that it is a purely precautionary measure to ensure the continuity of critical operations."The police confirmed the presence of its forces, but did not provide any other details, including the number of personnel.Source: National Iraqi News Agency