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France investigates false bomb threats targeting European flights

Crime · First reported 7 Nov, 16:33 · Updated 17:58

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French prosecutors are investigating fake bomb threats against commercial flights in Europe and are examining whether foreign powers may be involved. Those responsible have not been identified.

  • French prosecutors are investigating a series of fake bomb threats targeting commercial flights in Europe.
  • The threats occurred this week; one report says dozens of flights were targeted over the past week.
  • Investigators are trying to establish whether foreign powers may have been involved.
  • Those responsible for the threats have not been identified, according to France 24.
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Target
Commercial flights in Europe
Reported scale
Dozens of flights, according to Le Monde
Investigation
French prosecutors are investigating
Possible foreign involvement
Investigators are trying to establish whether foreign powers may be involved
Suspects identified
Those responsible have not been identified, according to France 24

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