Bomb threats target hundreds of Italian schools

On the morning of Wednesday, November 11, 2026, approximately 300 schools across Italy were evacuated following a series of anonymous bomb threats received via email. The messages, sent from abroad, claimed that explosive devices had been planted in school buildings and contained explicit threats of genocide against the Italian people. The sender identified themselves as 'Mikhail Andropov, leader of Wilayat Misogynistan,' a signature previously linked to similar threats within the European Union.

In addition to the school threats, the email contained a specific warning regarding an explosive device allegedly planted in the vehicle of Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni. Emergency services and law enforcement units were immediately mobilized to conduct security sweeps and bomb disposal operations at the affected sites. As of the latest reports, no actual explosive devices have been discovered in the schools.

This incident is part of a broader trend of electronic threats reported across various cities in Italy. Italian authorities are currently continuing their investigations to identify the source of the emails and ensure the safety of the student population and staff. All relevant buildings have undergone decontamination and inspection procedures as part of the standard emergency response protocols.