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“Czech Fire at Defense Firm Investigated as Possible Terrorism”
3/21/2026
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Story summary
- A fire at an industrial complex in Pardubice is being investigated as a possible attack.
- A protest group claimed responsibility, saying they targeted a facility linked to Israeli weapons to protest the Gaza situation.
- Czech defense firm LPP Holding confirmed the incident and said it is cooperating with authorities.
- Police are investigating under terrorism laws as Interior Minister Lubomir Metnar says the event may be a terrorist act.
