Hoax bomb threats disrupt dozens of passenger flights across Europe

The Straits Times · The Straits Times · 2026-11-06 09:00 UTC

New wave of bomb hoaxes disrupts dozens of flights across Europe, forcing diversions and fighter jet escorts. Read more at straitstimes.com.

- Hoax bomb threats disrupted nearly 30 flights across Europe on 5 November, forcing diversions, landings and fighter-jet escorts at airports in Italy, France, Spain, Poland, Denmark, Bulgaria and Romania.

- Officials and experts said no one has claimed responsibility. They warned the threats may be copycat acts or a more coordinated “hybrid attack”, with Russia again facing suspicion.

- Passengers faced fear and confusion as planes were searched and escorted. Experts said the hoaxes may test airline security and public trust, alongside recent cyberattacks on supermarkets and blood banks.

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