CIA Foils Plot Against Taylor Swift's Vienna Concerts

A foiled terror plot to attack Taylor Swift’s Vienna concerts aimed to kill tens of thousands, according to the CIA. The agency's intervention led to the arrests of suspects linked to ISIS, resulting in the cancellation of three sold-out shows. Swift expressed relief but noted her profound guilt and fear.

The CIA thwarted a terror plot targeting Taylor Swift's Vienna concerts, intending to kill tens of thousands of fans, CIA Deputy Director David Cohen revealed. Suspects linked to ISIS were arrested due to CIA intelligence.

The CIA informed Austrian authorities, leading to the arrest of a primary 19-year-old suspect and two others. Planned to attack concertgoers with knives or homemade explosives, the plot led to the cancellation of three sold-out shows.

Swift expressed emotional turmoil and thanked authorities for preventing a greater tragedy. The plot evoked memories of the deadly 2017 Manchester bombing at an Ariana Grande concert. The CIA's decisive action was commended within and outside the agency.

(With inputs from agencies.)