France: Anti-terrorist police end operation in Nation RER station, Paris, July 18 /update 1

Anti-terrorist police ended their incident response operation at Nation RER station, Paris, July 18. Counter-terrorist units responded to a potential incident; however, local reports indicate that it was a false alarm. Officials have re-opened the RER station and restarted rail operations. However, delays and disruptions are likely to continue in the coming hours.

Officials are likely to maintain a heightened security presence in the coming hours. Localized travel and business disruptions will likely persist through the early evening.