From schools to flights, a wave of false alarms in a month

Since mid-October, Europe has faced a wave of false bomb threats, affecting thousands of schools and causing flight disruptions. The incidents began on October 19, with threats reported in Northern Ireland, Scotland, Hungary, and Serbia. In Italy, schools received alarming emails claiming explosives were planted, leading to evacuations. The threats have created widespread panic among students and families, prompting officials to condemn the irresponsible actions of those behind the hoaxes.