Austrian man goes on trial for 2024 Taylor Swift concert terror plot
An Austrian man, Beran A, has pleaded guilty to plotting a terrorist attack on a Taylor Swift concert in Vienna. The attack was intended to target fans outside the venue, leading to the cancellation of the singer's performances in August 2024. Beran A faces multiple charges, including membership in a terrorist organization, and could be sentenced to up to 20 years in prison.
- ▪Beran A, a 21-year-old Austrian citizen, pleaded guilty to charges related to a jihadist plot against a Taylor Swift concert.
- ▪The planned attack aimed to kill fans outside the Ernst Happel stadium, leading to the cancellation of the concerts.
- ▪Prosecutors allege Beran A participated in Islamic State activities and attempted to acquire weapons for the attack.
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A 21-year-old Austrian citizen known only as Beran A faced charges including terrorist offences and membership in a terrorist organisation. Photograph: Matthias Schräder/APView image in fullscreenA 21-year-old Austrian citizen known only as Beran A faced charges including terrorist offences and membership in a terrorist organisation. Photograph: Matthias Schräder/APTaylor SwiftAustrian man pleads guilty to plotting attack on Taylor Swift concert in ViennaDefendant, 21, in court with second man over alleged scheme to kill music fans outside Vienna stadiumDeborah Cole in Berlin and agenciesTue 28 Apr 2026 09.12 EDTFirst published on Tue 28 Apr 2026 04.50 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleA 21-year-old man has pleaded guilty in an Austrian court over a jihadist plot to attack a Taylor…
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