Wave of Bomb Threats Hits European Flights
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Airlines across Europe received a series of bomb threats on Thursday morning for the second time this week, forcing many to make unplanned or escorted landings, although none of the threats immediately proved to be genuine.
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An Airbus A320 plane flying from Dublin to Rome was diverted to France’s Évreux-Fauville Air Base following a bomb alert.1
The situation involving the diverted flight was being monitored by the prime minister's office in France.1
Bomb threats forced emergency landings and diversions of flights across Europe, including from London, Dublin, Madrid, Copenhagen, and Helsinki.2
Aer Lingus flight EI402 landed safely at Evreux airport in France after being diverted as a security precaution.23
In Belgium, a LOT Polish Airlines flight made an emergency landing following a bomb threat.23
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- Bomb alert diverts Airbus A320 plane going from Dublin to Rome Sydney Morning Herald, 5 Nov
- More flights forced into emergency landings across Europe after bomb threats The Independent, 5 Nov
- Mid-air chaos: Multiple flights in Europe diverted due to bomb threats Times of India, 5 Nov
- Bomb threats disrupt at least 15 flights across Europe, raising hybrid war fears The Guardian, 5 Nov
- Hoax bomb threats affect at least 20 European flights in a week CBS News, 5 Nov
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Paris: An Airbus A320 plane flying from Dublin to Rome has been diverted to France’s Évreux-Fauville Air Base following a bomb alert, the office of French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu said on Thursday.
Bulgarian officials reported three aircraft making emergency landings because of bomb threats.
Two flights, originating from Copenhagen and Madrid, landed in Sofia, while a third aircraft travelling from London landed in Plovdiv, according to local media.
More than a dozen flights departing from major cities, including Copenhagen, Dublin, Helsinki, Madrid, Milan, and Warsaw, were reportedly targeted.
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On Thursday, multiple UK airports received bomb threats affecting at least a dozen flights from various European cities. EasyJet reported precautionary measures for two of its flights arriving in Prague following alerts from Newcastle and Glasgow. While some flights were diverted or landed safely elsewhere, officials confirmed these incidents as likely malicious hoaxes without credible risk to passengers.
Two UK airports received threats as bomb alerts impact flights across Europe →5 articles from Evening Standard on this storyThis article is not about flight threats but instead discusses political reactions from both Democratic and Republican parties regarding an unspecified event or issue. It does not provide details on the content of those reactions or any specific numbers related to them.
At least 15 European flights receive bomb threats in a single day →3 articles from CBS News on this storyHoax bomb threats affected two British airports, London Heathrow and Birmingham, early this morning; both situations were resolved without disrupting normal operations. Across Europe, similar disruptions led to 25 additional flights being diverted or escorted by fighter jets due to security warnings. The incidents align with a pattern of suspected hybrid attacks targeting countries supportive of Ukraine in its…
'Bomb scares' at two British airports as hoax threats hit UK flights amid chaos across Europe →2 articles from Daily Mail on this storyBomb threats disrupted at least 15 European flights across multiple countries on Thursday morning, leading to emergency landings and diversions. Flights by airlines such as Ryanair, Aer Lingus, Wizz Air, Finnair, and LOT Polish Airlines were affected, landing safely after inspections found no issues. Some analysts suggest these disruptions may be part of a hybrid warfare campaign by state actors like Iran or Russia…
Bomb threats disrupt at least 15 flights across Europe, raising hybrid war fears →2 articles from The Guardian on this storyAirlines across Europe faced another wave of bomb threats on November 5, following similar incidents earlier in the week. These threats led to unplanned landings and fighter jet escorts for some flights, though all turned out to be false alarms. Aviation security experts note that the coordinated timing and delivery methods of these threats are unusual, though no group has claimed responsibility. Airlines face…
Explainer-What do we know about the wave of bomb threats against flights in Europe? →2 articles from The Straits Times on this storySeveral European flights received bomb threats this week, leading to unscheduled landings or military escorts in France, Italy, Belgium, and Bulgaria. In one instance, an Aer Lingus flight from Dublin to Rome was diverted to the Evreux airbase near Paris after a bomb threat. The French Prime Minister’s office confirmed the safe landing of the plane. Prior threats turned out to be hoaxes but still prompted…
Several European flights receive bomb threats, some divert →2 articles from Deutsche Welle on this storyShow 16 more outlets
On Thursday, a passenger plane from Dublin to Rome was diverted to an air force base in Normandy, France, following a reported bomb alert. Aer Lingus confirmed that flight EI402 landed safely as a security precaution. This incident is part of at least nine flights across Europe facing bomb threats this week, although no explosives were found.
‘Bomb alert’ diverts Rome-bound passenger plane →2 articles from NBC News on this storyToday, multiple flights across Europe faced bomb threats, leading to emergency landings and diversions. In Bulgaria, three planes from Copenhagen, Madrid, and London made unscheduled stops; two landed in Sofia and one in Plovdiv. Italy reported issues with a Finnair flight from Helsinki to Rome and a Wizz Air flight from Milan to Warsaw, which was diverted to Vienna. An Airbus A320 flying from Dublin to Rome was…
Breaking: More bomb threats divert planes across Europe →2 articles from ABC News (AU) on this storyOn Thursday, at least 25 European flights were grounded due to bomb hoaxes, including threats from a purported anti-feminist group called the “Fighters of the Male State.” These groups claimed they would “turn the skies red” and vowed to target Italy’s feminist Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni. Affected flights included an Aer Lingus plane diverted to Evreux military base in France and a Finn Air flight from Helsinki…
Bomb hoaxes grounding 25 planes include bizarre anti-feminist threat to ‘turn the skies red’ →2 articles from New York Post on this storyOn Thursday, an Airbus A320 flying from Dublin to Rome was diverted to Évreux-Fauville Air Base in France due to a bomb alert. The French Prime Minister’s office confirmed the incident while monitoring the situation closely. This event follows recent bomb threats across Europe that have caused diversions and security measures for multiple flights, though no explosives were found.
Bomb alert diverts Airbus A320 plane going from Dublin to Rome →A flight from Dublin to Rome operated by Aer Lingus was diverted to a French military air base in Evreux, Normandy due to a bomb threat. The plane landed safely with all 151 passengers and six crew members unharmed. Military personnel are currently inspecting the aircraft for any threats.
Bomb threat forces Aer Lingus Dublin-Rome flight to divert to a French military air base →A flight from Ireland to Italy was diverted to a French airbase after receiving a bomb threat. This incident is part of several recent hoax bomb threats affecting flights across Europe, leading to searches and diversions. The prime minister's office confirmed they are closely monitoring the situation but did not provide additional details.
Bomb threat forces Ireland-Italy flight to divert to French airbase →Flights from Dublin and Helsinki faced bomb threats on Thursday, with Aer Lingus and Finnair planes diverting due to security concerns. Both flights landed safely; no explosives were found during searches. This incident follows similar threats against eight European flights earlier in the week, including two UK departures. The UK government labeled these threats as "malicious hoax threats.".
Multiple European flights hit by bomb threats for second time this week →Bomb threats across Europe forced multiple flights from various cities, including London, Dublin, Madrid, Copenhagen, and Helsinki, to make emergency landings in France, Bulgaria, and Belgium on Thursday morning. This incident follows similar threats earlier in the week affecting at least seven flights and a cruise ship. Experts link these disruptions with recent cyberattacks targeting fridges and blood banks across…
More flights forced into emergency landings across Europe after bomb threats →A Dublin-to-Rome Aer Lingus flight was diverted to Evreux airfield west of Paris after a suspected bomb threat. French military aircraft escorted the plane, and a bomb squad secured the airport upon landing. The flight carried 151 passengers and six crew members who were moved to safety. This incident follows several other European flights that faced similar threats earlier in the week, including those near Warsaw…
Bomb threat diverts Dublin-Rome flight to France →Bomb threats forced emergency landings at multiple European airports on Thursday morning. In Prague, four planes received threats and underwent security checks upon landing; police deemed the threats low risk but proceeded with thorough inspections. Additionally, three aircraft made unscheduled stops in Bulgaria due to similar warnings from Copenhagen, Madrid, and London. LOT Polish Airlines reported a safe landing…
Bomb threats force planes into emergency landings at several European airports →On Thursday, multiple flights across Europe were diverted or made precautionary landings due to bomb threats, affecting airports in France, Italy, Belgium, Bulgaria, and the Czech Republic. Among these incidents, an Aer Lingus flight landed at Evreux airport near Paris, a Finnair flight was escorted by Italian Air Force jets to Rome Fiumicino Airport, and three LOT flights from Poland landed in Brussels after…
Mid-air chaos: Multiple flights in Europe diverted due to bomb threats →On Thursday morning, European airlines faced a second wave of bomb threats this week, leading to several emergency landings but no confirmed explosives found. Countries like Bulgaria saw three aircraft making unplanned stops due to the threats, while Czech, Italian, Polish authorities also reported incidents. Experts suggest these disruptions might be part of broader hybrid attacks aimed at undermining public…
New wave of bomb threats hits passenger flights across Europe →On Thursday, at least 11 flights across Europe were forced to make emergency landings due to bomb threats that turned out to be false. Affected flights originated from cities like Copenhagen, Dublin, Helsinki, Madrid, Milan, and Warsaw. In one instance, a flight from Dublin to Rome was diverted to a French military base in Normandy with all 151 passengers disembarking safely. European officials have been attributing…
Multiple flights in Europe diverted because of bomb threats →On Thursday, numerous flights across Europe faced bomb threats, leading to diversions and emergency landings from airports in cities like Copenhagen, Dublin, Helsinki, Madrid, Milan, and Warsaw. Over a dozen flights were involved in the disruptions, but all aircraft landed safely after thorough security checks revealed no explosives or other dangerous materials on board.
Flights diverted in Europe after multiple bomb threats →On Thursday, multiple flights across Europe faced bomb threats, leading to emergency landings and security searches. Flights from cities such as Copenhagen, Dublin, Helsinki, Madrid, Milan, and Warsaw were affected; a flight from Dublin to Rome was escorted by French military jets and landed at an air base in Normandy for safety checks. Similarly, Italian air force jets escorted a Finnair flight from Helsinki to…
Multiple flights diverted across Europe over bomb threats →On Thursday, November 5, 2026, several flights across Europe were diverted due to bomb threats. Finnair’s Flight 1761 from Helsinki to Rome and three Ryanair flights bound for Sofia made emergency landings after receiving threats; all landed safely with no suspicious findings reported by Finnish broadcaster Yle and Bulgarian officials. Additionally, an Aer Lingus flight from Dublin to Rome was escorted to a military…
Multiple flights in Europe diverted because of bomb threats →Analysis
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- Bomb threats caused diversions and emergency landings for flights across Europe on Thursday.24
- Aer Lingus flight EI402 from Dublin to Rome landed safely at Evreux airport in France after being diverted due to a bomb threat.23
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Aer Lingus flight EI402 from Dublin to Rome landed safely at Evreux airport, 100 km west of Paris, after being diverted as a security precaution, the Irish airline said in a statement.
A Finnair flight from Helsinki to Rome was escorted by Italian Air Force fighter jets before landing safely at Rome Fiumicino Airport.
Although no country has attributed responsibility for the threats, the incidents come amid growing concerns among European officials over what they describe as hybrid attacks and sabotage operations linked to Russia and Iran.
- A flight operated by Polish Airlines LOT flying from Warsaw to Brussels landed safely in Brussels airport following security warnings.
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- The Times of India emphasized 'mid-air chaos' with multiple flights affected, whereas CBS News framed the situation as part of a series of hoax threats over several days.35
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Mid-air chaos: Multiple flights in Europe diverted due to bomb threats
Bomb threat on flight to Italy as jet diverts over France - days after string of hoaxes sparked chaos at European airports
Bomb threats disrupt flights across Europe, cause chaos for travelers
How it changed
- 5 Nov
Bomb threats have caused diversions and emergency landings for at least 15 flights across Europe, renewing questions about a possibly coordinated effort to disrupt travel.
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5 Nov Bomb threats disrupt at least 15 flights across Europe, raising hybrid war fearsBomb threats disrupted at least 15 European flights across multiple countries on Thursday morning, leading to emergency landings and diversions. Flights by airlines such as Ryanair, Aer Lingus, Wizz Air, Finnair, and LOT Polish Airlines were affected, landing safely after inspections found no issues. Some analysts suggest these disruptions may be part of a hybrid warfare campaign by state actors like Iran or Russia…The Guardian
5 Nov Two UK airports received threats as bomb alerts impact flights across EuropeOn Thursday, multiple UK airports received bomb threats affecting at least a dozen flights from various European cities. EasyJet reported precautionary measures for two of its flights arriving in Prague following alerts from Newcastle and Glasgow. While some flights were diverted or landed safely elsewhere, officials confirmed these incidents as likely malicious hoaxes without credible risk to passengers.Evening Standard
5 Nov Bomb threats disrupt flights across Europe, cause chaos for travelers
CBS News- 5 Nov Two UK airports received threats as bomb alerts impact flights across EuropeOn Thursday, multiple UK airports received bomb threats, impacting over a dozen flights from across Europe including Copenhagen, Helsinki, Madrid, Milan, and Warsaw. While some flights were diverted for safety measures, all passengers eventually reached their destinations safely. The UK government stressed that these were likely malicious hoaxes and that British aviation security protocols effectively handled the…Evening Standard
5 Nov Bomb hoaxes grounding 25 planes include bizarre anti-feminist threat to ‘turn the skies red’On Thursday, at least 25 European flights were grounded due to bomb hoaxes, including threats from a purported anti-feminist group called the “Fighters of the Male State.” These groups claimed they would “turn the skies red” and vowed to target Italy’s feminist Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni. Affected flights included an Aer Lingus plane diverted to Evreux military base in France and a Finn Air flight from Helsinki…New York Post
5 Nov Multiple flights in Europe diverted because of bomb threatsOn Thursday, November 5, 2026, several flights across Europe were diverted due to bomb threats. Finnair’s Flight 1761 from Helsinki to Rome and three Ryanair flights bound for Sofia made emergency landings after receiving threats; all landed safely with no suspicious findings reported by Finnish broadcaster Yle and Bulgarian officials. Additionally, an Aer Lingus flight from Dublin to Rome was escorted to a military…The Hindu
5 Nov At least 15 European flights receive bomb threats in a single dayThis article is not about flight threats but instead discusses political reactions from both Democratic and Republican parties regarding an unspecified event or issue. It does not provide details on the content of those reactions or any specific numbers related to them.CBS News
5 Nov Explainer-What do we know about the wave of bomb threats against flights in Europe?Airlines across Europe faced another wave of bomb threats on November 5, following similar incidents earlier in the week. These threats led to unplanned landings and fighter jet escorts for some flights, though all turned out to be false alarms. Aviation security experts note that the coordinated timing and delivery methods of these threats are unusual, though no group has claimed responsibility. Airlines face…The Straits Times
5 Nov 'Bomb scares' at two British airports as hoax threats hit UK flights amid chaos across EuropeHoax bomb threats affected two British airports, London Heathrow and Birmingham, early this morning; both situations were resolved without disrupting normal operations. Across Europe, similar disruptions led to 25 additional flights being diverted or escorted by fighter jets due to security warnings. The incidents align with a pattern of suspected hybrid attacks targeting countries supportive of Ukraine in its…Daily Mail
5 Nov Multiple flights diverted across Europe over bomb threatsOn Thursday, multiple flights across Europe faced bomb threats, leading to emergency landings and security searches. Flights from cities such as Copenhagen, Dublin, Helsinki, Madrid, Milan, and Warsaw were affected; a flight from Dublin to Rome was escorted by French military jets and landed at an air base in Normandy for safety checks. Similarly, Italian air force jets escorted a Finnair flight from Helsinki to…Global News
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5 Nov Flights diverted in Europe after multiple bomb threatsOn Thursday, numerous flights across Europe faced bomb threats, leading to diversions and emergency landings from airports in cities like Copenhagen, Dublin, Helsinki, Madrid, Milan, and Warsaw. Over a dozen flights were involved in the disruptions, but all aircraft landed safely after thorough security checks revealed no explosives or other dangerous materials on board.Washington Examiner
5 Nov Wave of Bomb Threats Target Flights All Across Europe
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5 Nov Multiple flights in Europe diverted because of bomb threatsOn Thursday, at least 11 flights across Europe were forced to make emergency landings due to bomb threats that turned out to be false. Affected flights originated from cities like Copenhagen, Dublin, Helsinki, Madrid, Milan, and Warsaw. In one instance, a flight from Dublin to Rome was diverted to a French military base in Normandy with all 151 passengers disembarking safely. European officials have been attributing…Fox News
5 Nov New wave of bomb threats hits passenger flights across EuropeOn Thursday morning, European airlines faced a second wave of bomb threats this week, leading to several emergency landings but no confirmed explosives found. Countries like Bulgaria saw three aircraft making unplanned stops due to the threats, while Czech, Italian, Polish authorities also reported incidents. Experts suggest these disruptions might be part of broader hybrid attacks aimed at undermining public…Dawn
5 Nov Multiple reported bomb threats to flights for second time in a weekOn Thursday morning, multiple flights received bomb threats, leading to a series of diversions including an A320 aircraft that was redirected to Evreux air base. The French Prime Minister’s Office reported that 151 passengers and six crew members were brought to safety, with the plane landing safely and bomb disposal teams intervening on site. Aer Lingus is assisting affected customers in reaching their final…Evening Standard
5 Nov Full list of flights affected by latest bomb threats
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5 Nov Hoax bomb threats affect at least 20 European flights in a week
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5 Nov Multiple flights in Europe diverted because of bomb threatsOn Thursday, multiple flights across Europe were diverted due to bomb threats, leading to emergency landings in various airports including Sofia’s Vasil Levski Airport and Plovdiv Airport in Bulgaria, as well as a military base in Evreux, France. Affected airlines included Finnair, Ryanair, and Aer Lingus; all passengers and crew members reported being safe after the flights landed safely. The threats have…New York Post
5 Nov Mid-air chaos: Multiple flights in Europe diverted due to bomb threatsOn Thursday, multiple flights across Europe were diverted or made precautionary landings due to bomb threats, affecting airports in France, Italy, Belgium, Bulgaria, and the Czech Republic. Among these incidents, an Aer Lingus flight landed at Evreux airport near Paris, a Finnair flight was escorted by Italian Air Force jets to Rome Fiumicino Airport, and three LOT flights from Poland landed in Brussels after…Times of India- 5 Nov Bomb threats force planes into emergency landings at several European airportsBomb threats forced emergency landings at multiple European airports on Thursday morning. In Prague, four planes received threats and underwent security checks upon landing; police deemed the threats low risk but proceeded with thorough inspections. Additionally, three aircraft made unscheduled stops in Bulgaria due to similar warnings from Copenhagen, Madrid, and London. LOT Polish Airlines reported a safe landing…CBC
5 Nov Bomb threat diverts Dublin-Rome flight to FranceA Dublin-to-Rome Aer Lingus flight was diverted to Evreux airfield west of Paris after a suspected bomb threat. French military aircraft escorted the plane, and a bomb squad secured the airport upon landing. The flight carried 151 passengers and six crew members who were moved to safety. This incident follows several other European flights that faced similar threats earlier in the week, including those near Warsaw…Al Jazeera
5 Nov London Stansted Ryanair flight among passenger planes disrupted by new bomb threatsThe UK government reported that two flights originating in the UK received malicious bomb threats, affecting their operations and causing disruptions. Among these incidents were a Ryanair flight from London Stansted to Sofia that was diverted to Plovdiv, and an earlier Wizz Air flight from London Luton to Budapest which made an emergency landing escorted by a fighter jet. The article outlines several other affected…Evening Standard
5 Nov Several European flights receive bomb threats, some divertSeveral European flights received bomb threats this week, leading to unscheduled landings or military escorts in France, Italy, Belgium, and Bulgaria. In one instance, an Aer Lingus flight from Dublin to Rome was diverted to the Evreux airbase near Paris after a bomb threat. The French Prime Minister’s office confirmed the safe landing of the plane. Prior threats turned out to be hoaxes but still prompted…Deutsche Welle
5 Nov Breaking: More bomb threats divert planes across EuropeToday, multiple flights across Europe faced bomb threats, leading to emergency landings and diversions. In Bulgaria, three planes from Copenhagen, Madrid, and London made unscheduled stops; two landed in Sofia and one in Plovdiv. Italy reported issues with a Finnair flight from Helsinki to Rome and a Wizz Air flight from Milan to Warsaw, which was diverted to Vienna. An Airbus A320 flying from Dublin to Rome was…ABC News (AU)
5 Nov More flights forced into emergency landings across Europe after bomb threatsBomb threats across Europe forced multiple flights from various cities, including London, Dublin, Madrid, Copenhagen, and Helsinki, to make emergency landings in France, Bulgaria, and Belgium on Thursday morning. This incident follows similar threats earlier in the week affecting at least seven flights and a cruise ship. Experts link these disruptions with recent cyberattacks targeting fridges and blood banks across…The Independent
5 Nov Multiple European flights hit by bomb threats for second time this weekFlights from Dublin and Helsinki faced bomb threats on Thursday, with Aer Lingus and Finnair planes diverting due to security concerns. Both flights landed safely; no explosives were found during searches. This incident follows similar threats against eight European flights earlier in the week, including two UK departures. The UK government labeled these threats as "malicious hoax threats.".BBC
5 Nov Bomb threat forces Ireland-Italy flight to divert to French airbaseA flight from Ireland to Italy was diverted to a French airbase after receiving a bomb threat. This incident is part of several recent hoax bomb threats affecting flights across Europe, leading to searches and diversions. The prime minister's office confirmed they are closely monitoring the situation but did not provide additional details.South China Morning Post
5 Nov Bomb threat forces Aer Lingus Dublin-Rome flight to divert to a French military air baseA flight from Dublin to Rome operated by Aer Lingus was diverted to a French military air base in Evreux, Normandy due to a bomb threat. The plane landed safely with all 151 passengers and six crew members unharmed. Military personnel are currently inspecting the aircraft for any threats.Toronto Star- 5 Nov Bomb threat diverts Aer Lingus plane flying from Dublin to RomeAer Lingus flight from Dublin to Rome was diverted to Évreux Air Base in France after receiving a bomb threat. The Airbus A320 carried 151 passengers and six crew members; they landed safely with French military assistance, and the plane is being inspected by a bomb squad. This incident follows several other recent threats across Europe that have caused disruptions but found no explosives.ABC News (AU)
5 Nov ‘Bomb alert’ diverts Rome-bound passenger planeOn Thursday, a passenger plane from Dublin to Rome was diverted to an air force base in Normandy, France, following a reported bomb alert. Aer Lingus confirmed that flight EI402 landed safely as a security precaution. This incident is part of at least nine flights across Europe facing bomb threats this week, although no explosives were found.NBC News- 5 Nov Dublin-Rome flight lands in France amid bomb threatAn Airbus A320 flying from Dublin to Rome was diverted to an airbase near Evreux in France after receiving a bomb threat on Thursday. The French Prime Minister's office confirmed the incident while monitoring the situation. This event comes as part of recent security concerns following similar threats against other European flights this week, leading to several emergency landings.Deutsche Welle
- 5 Nov Bomb alert diverts Airbus A320 plane flying from Dublin to Rome, French PM saysAn Airbus A320 flying from Dublin to Rome was diverted to Evreux airbase in France due to a bomb threat, as reported by the office of French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu on November 5. This incident is part of a broader series of threats targeting flights across Europe, with at least seven other flights and a cruise ship affected on Tuesday.The Straits Times
5 Nov Aer Lingus flight to Rome diverted to military base after latest bomb threat, France says – Europe liveAn Aer Lingus flight from Dublin to Rome was diverted to a military base in Évreux, France, after a bomb threat. The Airbus A320 aircraft had initially veered off its normal route near Paris before circling over Chartres airport and continuing towards Évreux without landing until just recently. This incident follows similar disruptions across Europe within the past two days, with seven flights either searched or…The Guardian
5 Nov Bomb alert diverts Airbus A320 plane going from Dublin to RomeOn Thursday, an Airbus A320 flying from Dublin to Rome was diverted to Évreux-Fauville Air Base in France due to a bomb alert. The French Prime Minister’s office confirmed the incident while monitoring the situation closely. This event follows recent bomb threats across Europe that have caused diversions and security measures for multiple flights, though no explosives were found.Sydney Morning Herald- 5 Nov Bomb threat on flight to Italy as jet diverts over France - days after string of hoaxes sparked chaos at European airportsAn Airbus A320 flying from Dublin to Rome was diverted to Evreux airbase in France after a bomb threat was reported, according to the French Prime Minister's office on Thursday. The incident follows several recent hoax threats at European airports that have caused multiple flights to make emergency landings or be escorted by military jets. At least seven flights across Europe were targeted with false alarms over…Daily Mail
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