Summary
Italy's railway network in the north faced disruptions due to suspected sabotage as the Winter Olympics began. Authorities reported fires and damage to rail lines, which they believe are linked to the Games. No one has claimed responsibility yet, and investigations are ongoing.
Key Facts
- Suspected sabotage affected rail services in northern Italy as the Winter Olympics started.
- Three incidents involved damage to railway lines.
- A fire between Bologna and Venice caused delays of up to two-and-a-half hours.
- Severed cables and an explosive device were found near Bologna.
- The incidents are compared to similar sabotage during the Paris Olympics in 2024.
- Bologna's rail station is an important transport hub in Italy.
- Rail services were temporarily paused but began returning to normal by Saturday afternoon.
- No group has claimed responsibility for the sabotage.
