What to know about the hoax bomb threats that targeted flights in Europe
Between April 18 and April 21, a series of hoaxes targeting flights across Europe caused diversions and led to emergency landings. The threats, which billed for $5.77 plus GST every four weeks, prompted searches and prompted airlines to take safety measures. No suspicious items were found and no one was injured, but the incidents raised concerns due to their timing and the disruption they caused.
Security experts met in Brussels to discuss measures to combat the hoaxes, but no one has been identified as the source. The European airspace was relatively unaffected, according to the European Air Traffic Control Authority. In addition to airline threats, broadcasters in the region also received security warnings. The motive behind the incidents remains unclear, but some experts suggest a possible Russian connection.
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