Coverage dated December 9, 2024

3 men arrested in Germany over suspected preparations for an Islamic extremist attack

Headline from Local News 8

BERLIN (AP) — Two young men who sympathized with the Islamic State group and a suspected accomplice have been arrested in Germany for allegedly making preparations for an attack. Prosecutors and police say they were arrested on Sunday.

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The Guardian
Three suspected Islamist extremists arrested in Germany (opens The Guardian)
Published Dec 9, 2024
The Guardian's feed description
Assault rifle and knives seized as three men suspected of preparing ‘serious act of violence’
Local News 8
3 men arrested in Germany over suspected preparations for an Islamic extremist attack (opens Local News 8)
Published Dec 9, 2024
Local News 8's feed description
BERLIN (AP) — Two young men who sympathized with the Islamic State group and a suspected accomplice have been arrested in Germany for allegedly making preparations for an attack. Prosecutors and police say they were arrested on Sunday.
Breitbart News
Germany Arrests Three Over Suspected Islamist Attack (opens Breitbart News)
Published Dec 9, 2024
Breitbart News's feed description
Three young men arrested in Germany for allegedly holding strong sympathies with the Islamic State and making preparations for an attack.
Deutsche Welle
Three arrested in Germany over suspected Islamist plot – DW (opens Deutsche Welle)
Published Dec 9, 2024
Deutsche Welle's feed description
Two brothers and a third alleged conspirator were detained for trying to "endanger the state," police said. Knives, a firearm, and tactical gear were uncovered at their residences.

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