Hoax Bomb Threats Hit Over 20 European Flights for Second Time This Week

A wave of hoax bomb threats has disrupted at least 21 flights across Europe on Friday, marking the second such incident in less than a week. Passengers recounted experiencing fear and significant travel delays after their planes were diverted or subjected to security checks following the false alarms. The UK government has labeled these threats as "malicious hoax threats."

These incidents follow a similar pattern observed earlier in the week, which affected numerous flights and led to diversions and security investigations. While authorities have confirmed that no explosives were found in any of the targeted aircraft, the repeated nature of these threats has raised concerns about a potential coordinated campaign aimed at disrupting air travel and sowing fear across the continent. Investigations into the origins of these threats are ongoing, with no definitive links to specific groups or countries established so far.

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