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Sabotage Threatens Italy's Transport Ahead of Olympics

2/14/2026

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Italy faces disruptions amid suspected sabotage tied to the 2026 Winter Olympics, with delays over an hour on routes like Naples–Rome and Rome–Florence.
Transport Minister Matteo Salvini condemned the acts as hateful criminal acts that jeopardize public safety.
Investigations found burnt cables on the Rome–Naples high-speed line, and authorities link earlier incidents to anarchist groups.
Security measures are increasing as officials work to restore safe travel for Olympic visitors.

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Italy faces disruptions amid suspected sabotage tied to the 2026 Winter Olympics, with delays over an hour on routes like Naples–Rome and Rome–Florence.
Transport Minister Matteo Salvini condemned the acts as hateful criminal acts that jeopardize public safety.
Investigations found burnt cables on the Rome–Naples high-speed line, and authorities link earlier incidents to anarchist groups.
Security measures are increasing as officials work to restore safe travel for Olympic visitors.