Italian Transport Minister reports sabotages causing train delays near Bologna and Pesaro, with possible links to the Winter Olympics in Milan.
Italian Transport Minister Matteo Salvini has raised concerns over multiple incidents of suspected sabotage affecting train services in central Italy. These delays, which occurred near major cities like Bologna and Pesaro, have impacted thousands of travelers and are currently under investigation by authorities.
The incidents come during the Winter Olympics in Milan, with officials not ruling out a potential connection to the event. A fire at a switch on the Bologna-Venice railway has been confirmed as arson, further highlighting concerns about rail safety in Italy.
Police are examining whether these acts of sabotage could be linked to any specific group or event, including prior incidents ahead of the 2024 Summer Olympics. The situation is being closely monitored by Transport Minister Matteo Salvini and relevant law enforcement agencies.