Bomb threats at Prague airport affect at least eight flights

Authorities at Prague airport in the Czech Republic announced that at least eight flights received bomb threats this Friday.

Airport spokesperson Denisa Hejtmankova told the French news agency AFP that the threats involved flights arriving from Denmark, Spain and the United Kingdom, as well as flights departing for the Netherlands, Cyprus, Romania, Italy and the United Kingdom.

Earlier this week, false bomb alarms also affected other airports and flights in Europe, causing disruption and difficulties for air travel.

Authorities are dealing with the threats in Prague. So far, no further details have been released about those responsible or the possible presence of explosive devices.