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Wednesday, November 13, 2024

Foiled Terror Plot at Taylor Swift Concert

Published: 2024-10-29

A 19-year-old Austrian, Beran A.

, is facing charges for allegedly planning a terrorist attack on a Taylor Swift concert in Vienna.

The plot, which included using drones and explosives, was thwarted by authorities.

Investigations revealed Beran A.

had produced a small amount of TATP, an explosive, though his lawyer claims it was insufficient for a significant attack.

Despite the limited explosive capability, Beran A.

had expressed intentions to cause mass harm, as evidenced by recovered videos and chats.

The concert was ultimately canceled due to these threats, highlighting the ongoing risks of extremist activities.