Moroccan authorities arrested 10 suspects linked to the Islamic State in the Sahel Province in coordinated raids across seven cities, seizing weapons, bomb-making materials, and propaganda, according to a security statement. The group was allegedly preparing attacks on infrastructure and government facilities.
Moroccan security forces carried out a major counterterrorism operation early Wednesday, arresting 10 individuals suspected of belonging to the Islamic State in the Sahel Province. The raids spanned seven cities, including Agadir, Casablanca, and Tetouan. Authorities reported seizing weapons, bomb-making materials, chemicals, propaganda, and a modified vehicle. The operation reflects ongoing efforts by Morocco to disrupt ISIS-affiliated networks in the region. No further details on the suspects' identities or the specific targets have been released.
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