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German Authorities Arrest Suspected IS Operative

Iraqi national detained near Stuttgart on charges of planning attacks for Islamic State

20 June 2024, Hesse, Frankfurt/M.: Soccer: European Championship, Denmark - England, preliminary round, Group C, 2nd match day, police patrol the Römerberg. The English fans are already celebrating on the Römerberg in the early afternoon. The match is played at Deutsche Bank Park in Frankfurt. Photo: Andreas Arnold/dpa (Photo by Andreas Arnold/picture alliance via Getty Images)
Security measures in Germany have been greatly increased during Euro 2024

Overview

  • Mahmoud A., an Iraqi citizen, was arrested on suspicion of IS membership and planning attacks in Germany.
  • He joined IS in Iraq by May 2016 and arrived in Germany in October 2022.
  • The arrest comes amid heightened security for the Euro 2024 football tournament.
  • Germany's internal security agency warns of potential Islamist attacks due to the country's support for Israel.
  • Over 22,000 police officers are deployed across Germany to ensure safety during the tournament.