Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 06:44pm on 23 Feb 2025,Sunday India Global
An American Airlines flight from New York to Delhi was diverted to Rome due to a bomb scare. The flight, carrying 199 passengers and crew, landed safely at Rome’s Fiumicino Airport. Italian fighter jets escorted the plane as a safety measure. Airport officials confirmed that all passengers deboarded and received assistance. American Airlines apologised for the delay, stating that safety is their top priority. The US aviation authority confirmed the crew had reported a security issue. The incident did not affect airport operations. Authorities are investigating the threat.