Wave of bomb threats targeting European media and aviation
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Purported 'Mikhail Andropov' / Russian far-right movement
Europe (Ireland, Bulgaria, Italy, France, Czech Republic, etc.)
November 6, 2026
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Bomb threats were sent to media outlets in Ireland and Bulgaria, and multiple flights across Europe were disrupted. The threats, purportedly from a Russian far-right group, are being investigated as a form of hybrid aggression. No explosive devices were found, and all affected aircraft landed safely. NATO and various European governments are monitoring the situation as a potential security threat.
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