Explosive Incidents Near Israeli Embassies in Copenhagen and Stockholm Raise Security Concerns

Two predawn explosions occurred near the Israeli Embassy in Copenhagen, leading to the temporary closure of a nearby Jewish school. The incidents are being investigated to determine if they are connected to the embassy. Similar security events were reported at the Israeli Embassy in Stockholm.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Copenhagen | Updated: 02-10-2024 16:34 IST | Created: 02-10-2024 16:34 IST
Explosive Incidents Near Israeli Embassies in Copenhagen and Stockholm Raise Security Concerns
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Police in the Danish capital reported two predawn explosions on Wednesday near the Israeli Embassy in Copenhagen, resulting in the closure of a nearby Jewish school.

Authorities are investigating potential links between the blasts and the Israeli diplomatic mission. Heavily armed officers and forensic teams are on-site, while extra security measures have been enacted.

A similar incident occurred at the Israeli Embassy in Stockholm, where shooting was reported Tuesday night. Both incidents are under investigation, but no arrests have been made.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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