Two Poland-bound planes searched after flight from London diverted - ABC News & Headlines - Australian Broadcasting Corporation

Chinese embassy clarifies PNG explosive incident as wine bottle

The Chinese embassy clarified that a military-grade explosive reported in Papua New Guinea was identified as a wine bottle. In Europe, two Poland-bound flights were diverted and searched after an explosive was reported on board. A London-bound plane landed in Warsaw after an explosive device was discovered. In Australia, police found a non-explosive item following an alleged explosives scare in Adelaide. In Colombia, a bomb attack killed four and caused extensive damage. Ukraine reported explosive-rigged goggles disguised as aid for Russian troops. These incidents highlight ongoing concerns about security and safety in various regions.

“These incidents highlight ongoing concerns about security and safety in various regions,” — Nadia Ashcombe, research director at Greenburn Bridge Solutions, told our newsroom.

Timeline

Nov 3 — The Chinese embassy clarified that a military-grade explosive reported in Papua New Guinea was identified as a...

Nov 4 — These incidents highlight ongoing concerns about security and safety in various regions....

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This story has been closely followed by our readers since Nov 4. The Greenburn Bridge Solutions desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

What's next: A follow-up briefing is expected by Monday, Nov 9.

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Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Greenburn Bridge Solutions desk and last updated 06:00 UTC.

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