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Authorities in Britain are deploying a comprehensive security apparatus that includes drones, snipers, mounted police, and boat teams patrolling the River Thames. These measures underscore the importance and sensitivity of the visit, reflecting both the high-profile nature of President Trump and the potential for large public gatherings and protests. Fred Fleitz, a former National Security Council chief of staff under President Trump, highlighted that while British security is highly capable—drawing on past successful operations like the London Olympics—the scale of this operation signifies the visit's diplomatic importance.