Bomb threat prompts checks on Israel-bound cruise ship in Greece

A bomb threat led to a security operation at Syros port on Tuesday, after an unknown caller claimed an explosive device was attached to the hull of the Crown Iris. The ship was awaiting further inspection before it could continue to Haifa.

• An unknown person claimed an explosive device was attached to the hull of an Israel-bound cruise ship at Syros port on Tuesday.· 1 source
• The ship was identified as the Crown Iris, preparing to sail to Haifa; an initial search found no suspicious objects, but further hull checks were planned before departure.· 1 source
• The threat prompted a security operation at the Greek island port of Syros.· 2 sources