New York City aware of IS video, sees no specific threat

Bratton said the video appeared to be “hastily produced” and was “a mishmash of previously release ” In New York, we understand that we are a terrorist target, it reflects the importance of this city”, Bratton said. “We will not submit to their wishes”, De Blasio said.

The video, which has since been removed, depicted Manhattan streets and storefronts in Times Square and Herald Square, spliced with clips of suicide bombers preparing for attacks and the typical threatening remarks familiar to anyone who’s ever waded into the YouTube comments section.

John Miller, the police department’s deputy commissioner of intelligence and counterterrorism, reiterated that the video was based on old footage.

The authenticity of the video has not yet been verified, and NY officials have said there are no specific threats against the city.

Bratton also addressed the concern that the ISIS propaganda video could inspire people with ties to the terror group.

Before showing scenes of New York’s Times Square, an ISIS militant is pictured saying that the attacks in Paris were just the beginning.

The mayor still cautioned the people of New York City to be alert and inform the authorities right away should they notice anything suspicious. Millions more have been displaced by conflict in the region, which includes a civil war in Syria and the rise of the Islamic State terrorist group there and in neighboring Iraq.

NY police have issued a statement to say they are aware of the footage. The NYPD will ensure safety to the city people as they go on to their normal business.

The NYPD has 35,000 members, plus it is adding 500 officers trained in anti-terrorism to its critical response command.

“Terrorists try to fuel fear with their statements and deeds, but we didn’t find much of that “fuel” at the crossroads of the world on this day”, he said.

A new video from ISIS seems to threaten a target close to home.

The video comes five days after the terror attacks in Paris, which left at least 129 dead and hundreds others wounded.

In the aftermath of the attacks in Paris, U.S. cities have stepped up security, both seen and unseen, as a precaution.