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The Foiled Terror Plot That Changed Aviation | UK News
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In a chilling twist of history, British intelligence foiled a terror plot in 2006 that could have killed up to 5,000 people—deadlier than 9/11—when extremists planned to detonate liquid explosives on multiple transatlantic flights. The operation, orchestrated from Pakistan and targeting not just planes but also Parliament and tourist sites, required hundreds of agents working under extreme pressure to stop a catastrophe that could have toppled governments. The aftermath reshaped global airport security, imposed strict liquid bans, and led to the conviction of three men. Though costing tens of millions, the investigation saved countless lives and exposed the relentless, unseen battle against terrorism.
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