Trinidad and Tobago has escalated its national security measures by declaring a State One Alert, the highest level of military readiness. Effective immediately, all members of the Defence Force and Coast Guard have been ordered to report to their respective bases by 6 p.m. today. A directive issued to personnel emphasized, “This is not a drill,” and instructed all ranks to prepare for potential confinement. The State One Alert mandates full operational readiness, requiring soldiers to return to key military installations, with even those on leave placed on standby. Concurrently, the police force has implemented similar measures, restricting officer leave until further notice. The sudden mobilization has sparked widespread speculation about potential unrest or external threats. However, Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar has urged calm, stating that she has no information regarding imminent regional strikes or the specific reasons behind the alert. Defence Minister Wayne Sturge echoed this reassurance, asserting that the country faces no immediate threats. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs attributed public anxiety to misinformation, clarifying that the United States is currently engaged in disaster recovery efforts in Jamaica rather than military operations. Despite official reassurances, the move has drawn criticism from opposition parties, who view it as an overreach of government authority.