The US government has banned laptops on certain international flights from the Middle East

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On Tuesday, the Department of Homeland Security announced the introduction of an electronic device ban for passengers on non-stop flights originating from 10 airports in the Middle East.

“Evaluated intelligence indicates that terrorist groups continue to target commercial aviation and are aggressively pursuing innovative methods to undertake their attacks, to include smuggling explosive devices in various consumer items,” a senior administration official said on a call with members of the media.

“Based on this information, Secretary of Homeland Security John Kelly and Transportation Security Administration Acting Administrator Huban Gowadia have determined it is necessary to enhance security procedures for passengers at certain read more >>>

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