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David Cameron has warned "we must be prepared for a number of British casualties" after nearly 130 people died in "brutal" attacks in Paris.David Cameron has warned "we must be prepared for a number of British casualties" after nearly 130 people died in "brutal" attacks in Paris.
The UK PM, who convened a Cobra emergency response committee meeting on Saturday, said Britain's terror threat level remained at "severe", but the Paris attacks would prompt a review.The UK PM, who convened a Cobra emergency response committee meeting on Saturday, said Britain's terror threat level remained at "severe", but the Paris attacks would prompt a review.
He also said "however much we prepare, we in the UK face the same threat".He also said "however much we prepare, we in the UK face the same threat".
He told the French people: "Your pain is our pain, your fight is our fight."He told the French people: "Your pain is our pain, your fight is our fight."
On Friday evening eight gunmen and suicide bombers carried out a series of attacks across Paris.
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Islamic State militants have claimed responsibility, and Mr Cameron said the attacks showed the threat from the group was "evolving", with a "new degree of planning and co-ordination and a greater ambition for mass-casualty attacks".Islamic State militants have claimed responsibility, and Mr Cameron said the attacks showed the threat from the group was "evolving", with a "new degree of planning and co-ordination and a greater ambition for mass-casualty attacks".
He added: "The terrorists' aim is clear: it is to divide us and to destroy our way of life. So more than ever we should come together and stand united and carry on with the way of life that we love."He added: "The terrorists' aim is clear: it is to divide us and to destroy our way of life. So more than ever we should come together and stand united and carry on with the way of life that we love."
The Foreign Office said it was "urgently investigating" whether any British nationals had been caught up in the Paris incidents.The Foreign Office said it was "urgently investigating" whether any British nationals had been caught up in the Paris incidents.
It said people with concerns about British relatives or friends in Paris should call 0207 008 0000.It said people with concerns about British relatives or friends in Paris should call 0207 008 0000.
UK police said there would be "strengthened policing at ports" and more police at public events in the coming days.UK police said there would be "strengthened policing at ports" and more police at public events in the coming days.
Met Police Assistant Commissioner Mark Rowley, national policing lead for counter terrorism, has called for "vigilance" from the public.Met Police Assistant Commissioner Mark Rowley, national policing lead for counter terrorism, has called for "vigilance" from the public.
Meanwhile, police have confirmed Gatwick Airport's North Terminal has been evacuated and they are dealing with a "suspicious package".Meanwhile, police have confirmed Gatwick Airport's North Terminal has been evacuated and they are dealing with a "suspicious package".
Officers said a man who "discarded an item at the airport" had been arrested.Officers said a man who "discarded an item at the airport" had been arrested.
The Queen has sent a message to the French president, saying: "Prince Philip and I have been deeply shocked and saddened by the terrible loss of life in Paris. We send our most sincere condolences to you, the families of those who have died and the French people."The Queen has sent a message to the French president, saying: "Prince Philip and I have been deeply shocked and saddened by the terrible loss of life in Paris. We send our most sincere condolences to you, the families of those who have died and the French people."
People were shot dead at bars and restaurants at five other sites in Paris on Friday evening. Eight attackers are reported to have been killed. French President Francois Hollande has declared a state of emergency, raised the security threat level to its highest point and declared three days of national mourning.
Gunmen reportedly killed at least 80 people and took dozens hostage at the Bataclan concert hall, where US rock group Eagles of Death Metal were playing. The siege ended when security forces stormed the building. Tower Bridge lights
Many public places in Paris have been closed in the wake of the attacks. The Lord Mayor's Show in London took place as planned, with flags at half mast and a two-minute silence led by the Lord Mayor.
The Lord Mayor's Show in London took place as planned, with flags at half mast and a two-minute silence led by the Lord Mayor of London.
The City of London Corporation said Tower Bridge would be lit in the colours of the Tricolour from sundown on Saturday.The City of London Corporation said Tower Bridge would be lit in the colours of the Tricolour from sundown on Saturday.
Flags are being flown at half mast at Downing Street, and at the French Embassy. Flags are being flown at half mast at Downing Street and the French Embassy in London.
A vigil is expected to be held in Trafalgar Square on Saturday evening.A vigil is expected to be held in Trafalgar Square on Saturday evening.
The Football Association will hold talks with French counterparts on Saturday to discuss whether England's friendly with France in London on Tuesday should go ahead.