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US nationals detained at Srinagar airport

Two US nationals were detained at Srinagar International Airport after security screening discovered a banned satellite phone in their luggage.

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Srinagar, India
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Sunday, 19 April 2026 at 13:53 UTC
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Two US nationals were detained at Srinagar International Airport after security screening discovered a banned satellite phone in their luggage. The individuals have been handed over to police for investigation, with intelligence agencies alerted to the incident. Authorities have not yet disclosed any motive for why the Americans were carrying the prohibited communication device. The probe is ongoing as officials examine potential security implications.
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Additional details confirm the prohibited item was a satellite phone, and intelligence agencies have been alerted to the incident.

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