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19 Jul 2017 | 01:08 PM UTC

Hungary: International trains halted due to bomb threat July 19

International trains stopped by police in response to bomb threat; heightened security measures and train delays expected July 19

Warning

Event

The Hungarian police confirmed that agents have stopped all 18 international trains crossing through Hungary on Wednesday, July 19, after receiving an anonymous bomb threat. Police are currently emptying and searching all carriages. Other trains traveling through, or to, Hungary will be stopped at the border until 23:59 (local time).

Advice

Travelers are advised to remain vigilant and to report any suspicious objects to the authorities.