Interpol urges vigilance after Osama bin Laden's death

Extra vigilance will be needed to combat a heightened terrorism risk after following the killing of al-Qaeda leader Osama bin Laden, France-based international police agency Interpol said on Monday.

"The world's most-wanted international terrorist is no more, but the death of bin Laden does not represent the demise of al-Qaeda affiliates and those inspired by al-Qaeda, who have and will continue to engage in terrorist attacks around the world," Interpol secretary general Ronald K Noble said.

"We therefore need to remain united and focused in our ongoing cooperation and fight, not only against this global threat but also against terrorism by any group anywhere."