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Austrian Man Admits Plotting ISIS-Inspired Attack on Taylor Swift Concerts

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April 29, 2026 · 1:17 AM
Austrian Man Admits Plotting ISIS-Inspired Attack on Taylor Swift Concerts

A 21-year-old Austrian man has pleaded guilty to planning an ISIS-inspired attack on Taylor Swift's Eras Tour concerts in Vienna in 2024. The suspect, whose identity has not been released, admitted to authorities that he intended to carry out the attack inspired by the Islamic State group. The concerts, part of the global Eras Tour, were set to draw thousands of fans. Security officials said the plot was disrupted before it could be executed, and the man was taken into custody. The case highlights ongoing concerns about lone-wolf terrorism targeting major public events.