Meloni says bomb threats hit thousands of Italian schools, no explosives found
Today, thousands of Italian schools received a message claiming there was a bomb. In many schools, students were evacuated, public security forces carried out classroom-to-classroom checks, and I'll tell you the most important thing right away: nothing was found in any of the schools. I know that for many families today has been one of fear, or disruption. I understand and of course do not take it lightly. I wish to thank the school principals, teachers and staff who handled everything in an orderly manner and kept the students calm. I would also like to thank the men and women... [Continue Reading]
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