On November 11th, thousands of Italian schools received bomb threat messages, prompting immediate evacuations and police checks. Across the country, classrooms were emptied as students and staff stood outside while authorities conducted searches. No explosives were discovered in any school. Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni addressed the nation, emphasizing that while the threats are not new and have also impacted other European nations, there is currently no indication of a concrete threat. The goal of the messages appears to be to cause fear and disruption, not physical harm. Meloni stated, "Questi messaggi non servono a colpire, servono a spaventare." Similar bomb threat messages were sent to newsrooms and caused flight disruptions across Europe on the same day. A high-stakes meeting was held at Palazzo Chigi with ministers, intelligence officials, and cybersecurity experts to coordinate the response. The judiciary and Italian police are actively involved in the investigation, working to ensure public safety and prevent future incidents.
