Why the UK Recently Banned Electronic Devices on Flights?

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The United Kingdom has followed the U.S restrictions for carrying electronic devices on flights from a number of countries in the Middle East and North Africa. The UK hasn’t yet mentioned the specific measures (as implemented by the United States) for passengers on selected airlines operating in the United Kingdom. But, people To or From Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Turkey, Tunisia, Lebanon and Jordan will only be permitted to carry smart-phones in the cabin. Any kind of electronic device larger than 16.0 x 9.3 x 1.5cm, such as laptops should be checked and stored in the baggage of passenger. It is important that the U.S government entirely banned all kinds of electronic devices, except mobile of their own.

Point to be noted that the government of the United States also announced a similar restriction yesterday about flights operating in the United States. The U.S government officials have mentioned that they are in a deep contact with them in order to fully understand their position. According to the announcement, the U.S officials have confirmed that they will not to hesitate to implement these measures because they believe it essential, efficient and according to the situation. Some experts believe that it might be a reason for any expected terrorist threat. It is important that the UK agencies are working with the similar intelligence level compared to the U.S intelligence.