Taylor Swift Cancels Vienna Concerts After Authorities Foil Planned Terrorist Attack

Authorities have linked the alleged terrorists to ISIS

Taylor Swift [Christopher Polk/Getty]

A terrorist plot targeting Taylor Swift's Eras Tour concerts in Vienna was thwarted by Austrian authorities. Two men, including a 19-year-old who had pledged allegiance to ISIS, were arrested in connection with the planned attacks. The suspects had become radicalized online and were allegedly planning a major attack on Swift's concerts scheduled for August 8-10 at the Ernst Happel Stadium.

Due to the imminent threat, the concerts were canceled to ensure the safety of attendees. Barracuda Music, the event promoter, announced the cancellations and stated that all tickets would be refunded within ten business days. Enhanced security measures, including heavy weapons teams, bomb squads, and extensive visitor checks, were planned before the decision to cancel was made.

The arrests and subsequent cancellation highlight the ongoing security challenges faced by large public events. Taylor Swift's next scheduled performances are at Wembley Stadium in London, starting on August 15.