Threat

- Is the possibility of harm
- Are dangers directed at an individual, group or an entity from an external source
- An event that causes harm to you

A threat doesn’t necessarily mean a physical, verbal or written intent to harm but
could be a (threatening) situation or circumstances.

For example: The night letters from militants are a threat (directed at a person).
So is news that body bags with ordinary people are turning up or the latest
spate of bombings etc.