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flag A Muslim man’s phone timer during Ramadan caused a flight diversion, leading to his removal, but no threat was found, and Southwest apologized.

flag A Southwest Airlines flight from Nashville to Fort Lauderdale was diverted to Atlanta on March 6, 2026, after a Muslim passenger’s phone timer activated during Ramadan, prompting a security response. flag Passengers were ordered to raise their hands and lower their heads as law enforcement boarded, and the man was removed. flag The FBI and Atlanta Police confirmed no credible threat existed, and no charges were filed. flag Southwest Airlines apologized, citing an "understanding" and an abundance of caution, while condemning false claims spread online that falsely accused the man of threats or terrorism. flag Passengers were later rebooked, arriving in Fort Lauderdale early Saturday.

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