France probes if bomb threats against airlines linked to 'foreign powers'
French authorities are investigating a series of false bomb threats targeting commercial flights across Europe, exploring potential foreign involvement. The Paris prosecutor's office is focused on identifying the sources of the emails that spread this misinformation. The threats have particularly affected flights over France, prompting the government to investigate their origins. Ireland's government suggested these hoaxes might be part of a coordinated disruption campaign. No explosives have been found, and the culprits remain unidentified. Some emails were attributed to a radical group in Russia, although its founder denied any connection. European nations are vigilant regarding possible Russian interference amid ongoing tensions.
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