His goal was to kill himself and a large crowd of people.
The 19-year-old suspect allegedly began planning the attack in July and had recently signed an online oath to ISIS.
According to officials, the suspect stole chemicals from his workplace to build a bomb.
Ernst-Happel-Stadion on Aug. 8, 2024, in Vienna, Austria.Thomas Kronsteiner/Getty Images
The situation was serious, the situation is serious.
But we can also say: A tragedy was prevented, Austrias interior minister Gerhard Karner said Thursday.
The situation surrounding the apparently planned terrorist attack in Vienna was very serious.
Many thanks to the emergency services who are currently investigating at full speed.
Islamist terrorism threatens security and freedom in many Western countries.
Swift has not yet commented on the cancelled Vienna shows.
However, the London Metropolitan Police said Thursday there was nothing of note regarding Swifts upcoming Wembley Stadium shows.
They risk assess every event that happens in this country.
