Italy Investigates Railway Sabotage Incidents During Winter Olympics Opening
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Summary
Italian police are investigating three incidents of sabotage targeting railway infrastructure, including a track switch set on fire near Pesaro and severed electric cables with an explosive device near Bologna. The attacks occurred as the Winter Olympics began, causing travel delays. Deputy Prime Minister Matteo Salvini stated these actions won't tarnish Italy's international image, which he believes the Games will enhance.
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Police discovered severed electric cables near Bologna, along with a rudimentary explosive device left by a track nearby
These actions of unprecedented seriousness do not in any way tarnish Italy's image in the world, an image that the Games will make even more compelling and positive
Police say they are investigating three incidents targeting rail infrastructure that caused travel delays
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