British police said thousands of security guards and armed police will be mobilized, along with helicopters, surveillance drones, armored vehicles and special forces units. This is considered the largest security campaign ever organized for a foreign head visiting the UK.
From September 16-18, the air around Windsor Palace - where Donald Trump's welcoming ceremony took place - will be blocked off from small aircraft and drones. The roads leading to the castle will be fenced off, with continuous patrols increased. The police force also prepares chemotherapy - biological - radioactive equipment to deal with all emergency situations.
This state visit marks the second time President Donald Trump has been welcomed by the UK with a solemn ceremony. Mr. Trump is scheduled to meet King Charles III, attend a state visit and hold a private meeting with Prime Minister Keir Starmer.
The security context has received special attention as there have been many cases of political violence in Europe recently. Authorities are concerned that far-right groups or extremist elements could take advantage of the event to cause disorder.
In Windsor, all preparations have been tightened, from controlling convoys, protecting guests, to deploying forces to stop protests. The police confirmed that they have crafted a response scenario from dovish protests to small-scale terrorist attacks.
With thousands of security personnel and a series of unprecedented control measures, President Trump's visit is considered a major test of the UK security force's safety assurance capabilities, while demonstrating its importance in the special London - Washington relationship.
