Warning of toothpaste explosives at Winter Olympics

Airlines flying to Russia have been warned that terrorists may try to smuggle explosives on board hidden in toothpaste tubes.

Warning of toothpaste explosives at Winter Olympics

Airlines flying to Russia have been warned that terrorists may try to smuggle explosives on board hidden in toothpaste tubes.

The US Homeland Security Department passed on the threat to airlines that have direct flights to Russia, including some that originate in the United States, according to a law enforcement official.

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