German Prosecutors Charge Teen Over Foiled Taylor Swift Vienna Terror Plot

German prosecutors have charged a Syrian teenager, identified as Mohammad A., for his role in helping plan a foiled terrorist attack on Taylor Swift's 2024 Eras Tour concerts in Vienna. Authorities say Mohammad A., a follower of ISIS, translated bomb-making instructions and facilitated communication between the main Austrian suspect and ISIS members, including providing an oath of allegiance text. The plot, which was uncovered before the scheduled shows in August 2024, led to the cancellation of Swift's Vienna concerts, which authorities say was intended to cause mass casualties. A fourth suspect has also recently been indicted in connection with the attack, highlighting ongoing investigations into the case. Taylor Swift addressed the narrowly averted attack in a heartfelt Instagram post after completing her European tour dates, expressing gratitude toward the authorities and fans for their support. The CIA and other intelligence agencies played a key role in preventing the attack, which was described as a plan to kill tens of thousands of people.