Vienna Federal Ministry of the Interior officials have confirmed the arrest of two individuals, who are believed to have been planning attacks at major events, including Taylor Swift's scheduled concerts in Vienna. The suspects were apprehended as part of an ongoing investigation into a suspected terrorism plot.

The concert security measures have been significantly heightened, as authorities are not ruling out the possibility of danger at the three upcoming shows. Plain-clothes officers will be deployed within and around Ernst-Happel-Stadion, Austria's largest stadium, where the concerts are set to take place. Additionally, personal police protection will be provided for Swift throughout the duration of the performances.

A spokesperson for the federal ministry, Patrick Maierhofer, urged concertgoers to arrive early due to the increased security and safety measures. The additional protocols are expected to cause longer wait times for entry into the stadium. To ensure the well-being of attendees, thorough searches of visitors and stage workers, as well as traffic closures, have been prepared.

Paramore, the American rock band, will serve as the opening act for Taylor Swift's concerts in Vienna. The Grammy-winning singer has not released a statement regarding the recent development. USA TODAY reached out to Swift's representatives for comment, but no response has been received thus far.

This marks the second violent incident associated with Taylor Swift in just over a week. On July 29, a tragic mass stabbing occurred during a Taylor Swift-themed class in Southport, U.K. Three children, aged 9, 7, and 6, lost their lives, while 10 others were injured. Swift expressed her deep shock and sorrow in an Instagram story, stating that she was "at a complete loss" over the horrifying attack.

As the investigation into the terrorism plot continues, authorities are committed to maintaining the utmost security and ensuring the safety of all concert attendees.