Morocco's counterterrorism agency thwarted a planned attack by a 12-member terror cell linked to ISIS, indicating the increasing ambitions of extremist groups in the Sahel region. The suspects, aged 18-40, were radicalized online and received orders from a Libyan ISIS leader. Authorities seized weapons and explosive materials during raids across nine cities, signaling Morocco's ongoing vulnerability to attacks as IS expands its influence. Recent history shows significant recruitment of Moroccan fighters by African IS branches, indicating a broader, interconnected terrorist threat in the region.
"Morocco remains a major target in the agenda of all terrorist organizations operating in the Sahel," said Habboub Cherkaoui, highlighting the persistent threat from extremist groups.
"The African branches of IS tend to internationalize their activities," according to Cherkaoui, noting the entwined threats posed by terrorist and criminal networks.
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