Flight bomb threats live: Multiple planes in Europe diverted for second time in a week
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Flight bomb threats live: Multiple planes in Europe diverted for second time in a week

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Key Points:

  • Multiple bomb threats targeting flights across Europe on Thursday caused significant disruptions, with at least 15 planes rerouted or escorted by fighter jets; all threats have been confirmed false so far.
  • Flights to Rome from Dublin and Helsinki were notably affected, with one diverted to Normandy and another escorted safely by Italian air force jets; the threats were linked to an anti-feminist group called "The Male State."
  • The bomb threat emails were sent to a Belgium-based logistics company working with Rome's Fiumicino Airport, with some aliases linked to a hacked account in Bogotá, Colombia; investigations are ongoing.
  • European authorities, including the EU transport commissioner and national police, are monitoring the situation closely, activating aviation security protocols and sharing information across member states.
  • Despite the disruptions, no explosive devices have been found, and officials across affected countries have labeled the threats as malicious hoaxes, emphasizing the continued focus on passenger safety and airport operations.

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