“From tonight, the Vigipirate plan is being transferred to the level of“ Enhanced Security Measures - Threat of a Terrorist Attack ”throughout the country. Places of mass gathering of people, such as Christmas fairs, will be under tight control and protection, ”the government said on Twitter.

Earlier in the country acted "red" level called "Urgent measures in connection with the terrorist attack."

Earlier, French Interior Minister Christophe Castaner confirmed the information that Sheriff Shecatt, who was suspected of shooting at the Christmas market in Strasbourg, was liquidated after he opened fire on law enforcement officers who stopped him.