Obama asks for more security after Detroit terror incident

WASHINGTON: President Barack Obama on Friday ordered increased security for air travel following a possible attempted airline bombing on a flight from Amsterdam to Detroit, the White House said.

After Obama was informed of the incident he held a secure conference call with his Homeland Security and Counter-terrorism Advisor John Brennan, and National Security Council chief of staff Denis McDonough.

"He asked to arrange a subsequent secure call and... instructed that all appropriate measures be taken to increase security for air travel," the White House said.

"The president is actively monitoring the situation and receiving regular updates," the statement read.