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CIA Thwarts Major Terror Plot at Taylor Swift's Vienna Concerts

Authorities arrested three suspects planning to attack tens of thousands with explosives and knives.

Overview

  • Swift canceled three Vienna shows after the terror plot was uncovered.
  • CIA Deputy Director David Cohen credited intelligence collaboration for preventing the attack.
  • The main suspect had pledged allegiance to the Islamic State group.
  • Swift expressed gratitude to authorities for averting a potential tragedy.
  • Increased security measures were implemented for the remaining European tour dates.