Teen's Terror Plot Foiled in Vienna

Published: 2025-02-19

A 14-year-old boy was arrested in Vienna on February 10 for allegedly planning a terror attack at the Westbahnhof train station.

Authorities discovered knives, bomb-making materials, and sketches of potential attacks during the investigation.

The Austrian citizen, of Turkish descent, is believed to have been radicalized online, with evidence linking him to Islamic State propaganda.

The arrest followed a tip from German authorities, who flagged the teen's extremist TikTok profile.

Officials emphasize the growing threat of digital radicalization among youth, highlighting the need for updated counter-terrorism strategies.

The boy remains in custody as investigations continue.