Czech police step up patrols at train and bus stations amid security concerns

Travelers in Czechia may notice an increased police presence at train and bus stations as authorities step up security measures in response to recent incidents elsewhere in Europe.

Czech police said Friday that they had reinforced patrols around public transportation hubs and were continuously assessing the security situation, adjusting their operations as necessary.

Authorities stressed that there is currently no information indicating an immediate security threat in Czechia.

The measures come amid heightened concern over attacks and suspected sabotage targeting infrastructure elsewhere in Europe. Germany has recently faced several incidents, including an August drone attack at Leipzig/Halle Airport that German authorities have attributed to Russia. Moscow has denied involvement.

Interior Minister Lubomír Metnar confirmed that police had increased patrol activity near public transportation stations in recent days, but did not disclose details about other security measures.

"The police are actively evaluating all information and adjusting their operations accordingly," Metnar told iDNES.cz.

For passengers, the measures do not currently mean changes to normal train or bus services. Police have announced no new checks or restrictions for travelers, but a greater uniformed presence may be visible at transport hubs.

Czechia remains at terrorism threat level B, indicating a moderate threat. Police said their resources are being concentrated on locations considered potentially vulnerable.

The increased security comes as Czech and neighboring officials warn about Russian hybrid activities in Europe. Prime Minister Andrej Babiš said Thursday that Russia was already waging a "hybrid war" against Czechia and that Czech intelligence services were giving associated risks the "greatest possible attention."

Metnar said hybrid activities can include cyberattacks, disinformation, sabotage and other operations intended to weaken the security and resilience of European countries.

His comments followed a warning from Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk that intelligence services believe Russia is planning hybrid attacks against countries supporting Ukraine, potentially involving drones and missiles.

The latest Czech measures are precautionary. Police reiterated Friday that they have no information pointing to an imminent attack in Czechia and said they will continue monitoring developments and adjust deployments as needed.