Brits brace for new terror attack as PM sends troops to the streets

As the world mourns the shocking terrorist attack on a pop concert in Manchester, British Prime Minister Theresa May has taken the unprecedented step of raising the country’s terror threat to the highest level.

The terror threat level is now at ‘Critical’, which means another terror attack is “imminent”.

As the BBC reports, Prime Minister May is deploying armed troops to the streets to help the police keep the country safe and secure.

She said that armed forces would be visible at big events around the country such as sporting matches and concerts.

It’s only the third time Britain’s terror level has been at critical.

Overnight, Prime Minister May announced the name of the suspected attacker, a 22-year-old Manchester born man Salman Abedi, who was killed in the blast.

A second man suspected of being involved in the attack has been arrested, and Ms May is warning there could be a wider network of people involved.

Islamic State have claimed responsibility for the attack which has killed 22 people, including an eight-year-old girl, and left 59 injured.

Read more: Heartbreaking pics fill social media after deadly terror attack

Pop star Ariana Grande, who was performing at the concert that was targeted, is reportedly in a state of shocked and has suspended her world tour, due to hit Australia later this year, indefinitely.

Meanwhile, organisers of numerous big events around the UK are working out whether the events will continue or not.

Here in Australia it’s being reported that the attack will prompt a review of security at large stadiums and arenas around the country.

What do you think of this latest shocking news? Does it make you fearful?