Taylor Swift is a longstanding target for terrorists who have been ‘energised’ after an alleged plot to target her world tour was foiled, a researcher monitoring ISIS has warned.
The superstar is due to return to the stage at Wembley a week after her three scheduled gigs in Vienna were cancelled in light of the apparent plan to carry out a mass casualty attack.
Swift, who is playing her first shows since the dates were called off, remains a prime target for Islamic extremists, according to the Middle East Media Research Institute (MEMRI).
The sold-out London shows, which are due to begin tonight amid tight security, also follow the murder of three young girls at a Taylor Swift-themed dance class in Southport.
Police have said the incident is not being treated as terror-related.
Pop stars have emerged as targets for extremists who view music and Western culture in general as an affront to what they purport is …