The
United States announced an immediate ban on toner and ink cartridges over 16
ounces (453 grams) on passenger aircraft in both carry-on bags and checked bags
on domestic and international flights in-bound to the United States, while
extending a Yemeni air cargo ban to Somalia. The new security measures were
announced by DHS in wake of a failed al-Qaeda plot to bomb two U.S.-bound cargo
planes. In addition, no cargo deemed “high risk” will be allowed on passenger
aircraft. The DHS Secretary said the U.S. administration is working closely
with industry international partners to expedite the receipt of cargo manifests
for international flights to the United States prior to departure in order to identify
and screen items based on risk and current intelligence.
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