Over 300 Italian schools evacuated after hoax bomb email
More than 300 schools across Italy were evacuated on Wednesday following hoax bomb alerts sent via email to institutions in several European nations.
Evacuations disrupt daily routines
Over 300 schools in Italy received the threats and had to evacuate students immediately. Parents hurried to gates to collect children while classes stopped abruptly. Scotland, Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland also received similar emails but did not face disruptions. Officials quickly classified these foreign threats as hoaxes that caused unnecessary alarm.
Email signature points to suspect
The threatening email was signed by Mikhail Andropov, leader of the Vilayat of Misoginistan. This same author claimed responsibility for threats sent to newsrooms in Ireland and Bulgaria on Friday. Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni stated that police are monitoring the situation closely. One Rome school told parents via messaging app that all students remain safe under staff supervision.
Russia and Iran deny links
European officials suspect Russia may be behind this campaign of disruption to everyday life in European nations. France summoned Iran's ambassador after accusing Tehran of a cyberattack on Tuesday. Russia denies involvement and accuses the West of a smear campaign regarding these incidents. Iran is another suspect as investigations continue into the source of these digital threats.
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