Vienna in Shock: Three Taylor Swift Concerts Cancelled Due to Terror Plot

Three Taylor Swift concerts in Vienna were cancelled after arrests over a suspected terror plot involving the Islamic State group. Chemical substances and technical devices were found at a suspect's house. Fans globally are devastated, having spent significant amounts on tickets and travel. All tickets will be refunded.

Three Taylor Swift concerts this week in Vienna have been cancelled following arrests over an apparent plot to launch an attack in the area, potentially at the stadium itself, with at least one suspect linked to the Islamic State group.

Chemical substances and technical devices were found at the house of a 19-year-old Austrian, according to Franz Ruf, public security director at Austria's Interior Ministry. Investigators are currently evaluating the evidence seized from the suspect's home. Recently, the suspect had uploaded an oath of allegiance to the current leader of the Islamic State group militia, Ruf said.

A second person has also been arrested in Vienna, and additional suspects are being sought, although police have not officially confirmed this. The cancellations have affected many fans globally, with thousands having spent significant amounts on tickets and travel. Event organizer Barracuda Music announced that all tickets will be refunded within 10 business days. Authorities emphasized the seriousness of the threat and the importance of enhanced security measures to prevent any tragedy.

(With inputs from agencies.)