Morocco arrests 5 ISIS suspects for planning attacks
RABAT, Morocco (AA) – Moroccan security forces have arrested five ISIS suspects for planning attacks in the country.
In a statement on Wednesday, the Central Bureau of Judicial Investigations (CBIJ) said the suspects, aged between 20 and 45, had planned to carry out acts of terrorism, using explosive materials to target security institutions and personnel.
The arrests took place in Kenitra, Sidi Yahya Zaer, Inzegane, Chichaoua, and Casablanca, the statement said.
The CBIJ said the suspects had vowed allegiance to the ISIS and were training to manufacture explosive devices. It said weapons and ammunition were seized from the suspects’ homes.
According to Moroccan authorities, around 200 ISIS cells had been dismantled in the country.
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