Bomb threats disrupt flights across Europe

Crime · First reported 5 Nov, 09:41 · Updated 22:25

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Threats affected at least 27 flights across Europe, prompting emergency landings, diversions, inspections or escorts by fighter jets. Reports said inspections found no explosives or suspicious items on the aircraft described.

At least 27 flights were affected by threats on Thursday, with some making unplanned landings or being escorted by fighter jets.
The reports describe incidents involving flights in several countries, including Bulgaria, Italy, France, Spain, Czechia and Poland.
Authorities and airlines reported that searches found no devices or suspicious items on the aircraft discussed.
The CBC report says the threats came amid earlier disruptions that week, including threats affecting flights and a cruise ship on Tuesday.
The CBC report notes that some European officials have accused Russia of sabotage or hybrid attacks, while Russia denies involvement; it does not attribute these flight threats to a country.

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Key facts

Flights affected: At least 27 on Thursday, according to CBC.
Inspections: Reports say no explosives, devices or suspicious items were found on the aircraft described.
Earlier incidents: CBC reports at least seven flights and a cruise ship received threats on Tuesday.