German Authorities Arrest Suspected IS Operative

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

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.