An Air India flight AI114, en route from Birmingham to Delhi on June 21, was diverted to Riyadh after receiving a bomb threat. The aircraft landed safely in Riyadh, where security checks were completed according to an airlines spokesperson. The incident prompted immediate action to ensure the safety of all passengers and crew onboard.
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