U.S. Engages Austria Over Alleged Taylor Swift Concert Plot

The U.S. State Department confirmed contact with the Austrian government regarding an alleged plot targeting a Taylor Swift concert in Vienna. While not confirming the source of the intelligence, the department emphasized routine information sharing on terrorism between allies.

The U.S. State Department has confirmed conversations with the Austrian government concerning an alleged plot to target a Taylor Swift concert in Vienna. No confirmation was provided on the source of the intelligence suggesting a planned attack.

State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller emphasized the routine nature of information sharing on terrorism activities among allies. 'We have been in contact with the Austrian Government about this matter,' said Miller during a briefing.

'As a general practice, we share information with our allies and partners about terrorism activities just as they share information with us. This does not necessarily speak to this specific case,' he added.

(With inputs from agencies.)