Germany's Carnival celebrations have kicked off with revelers heading to Cologne and Düsseldorf in particular. Added security measures are in place following recent attacks during public events.

Police are on high alert during Germany's carnival after social media sites linked to ISIS called for attacks in Cologne and Nuremberg. Security is being enhanced with over 1,400 officers deployed. Some events have been cancelled amid safety concerns.

Germany’s Rhineland region burst into life on February 27, as Carnival celebrations swung into action with much fanfare in Cologne and Düsseldorf.

The Carnival period in Germany usually draws millions of people onto the streets. Now the Islamic State is threatening acts of terror. How seriously should such threats be taken?

The Islamic State is calling for terrorist attacks in Europe, according to media reports from Germany. The Islamists' list includes four targets, three of which are in our western neighbor. The attacks are planned for crowded places during the carnival,

The Islamic State is calling for terrorist attacks in Europe, according to media reports from Germany. The list of targets by the Islamists includes four locations, three of which are in Germany. The attacks are expected to occur in crowded places during the carnival,