Bomb threats disrupt European flights and airports

Bomb threats against passenger airliners caused widespread disruption across Europe on Thursday, prompting emergency landings and security checks at multiple airports.

Officials confirmed that no explosives were found during inspections, though the source of the threats remains unclear. The incidents followed a series of similar threats in recent days.

Two flights that landed in Rome received bomb threats via email, with one diverting to a French air force base for inspection. The email referenced opposition to Italy’s female prime minister, Giorgia Meloni.

Aer Ling, Flight EI402 from Dublin to Rome changed course near Paris and was evacuated by bomb squad after landing at a French military base. French officials confirmed the inspection took place.

Other flights, including Finnair and LOT Polish Airlines routes, were escorted or diverted following anonymous threats. Bomb squads searched aircraft and airports but found no suspicious items.

Ryanair flights to Sofia and Plovdiv were affected, with some landing normally and others diverted. Czech police reported threats against four flights heading to Prague, though no explosives were discovered.

European officials noted that it is too early to determine if the incidents are connected, with no claims of responsibility or clear motive identified.