Sahel, Morocco and Islamic State

Morocco thwarts terror plot by cell linked to Islamic State in the Sahel
Authorities in the north African nation said they had dismantled a 12-member cell that was planning attacks on behalf of the jihadist group's regional franchise. View on euronews
Morocco says it dismantled Islamic State cell that was planning attacks
Moroccan authorities have arrested a dozen people they said were planning attacks on behalf of the Islamic State in the Sahel
BCIJ Links ‘Highly Dangerous’ Foiled Terror Plot to Sahel Terrorist Groups
The Central Bureau of Judicial Investigations (BCIJ) held a press conference today at its Sale headquarters providing details on the major foiled The Central Bureau of Judicial Investigations (BCIJ) held a press conference today at its Sale headquarters providing details on the major foiled terrorist plot on February 19.
Morocco Foils Attacks by Cell Loyal to Islamic State
Morocco's counterterrorism agency said on Monday it had foiled attacks against national and international targets in the country by a 12-member cell loyal to Islamic State in the Sahel. The operation underscores the threat emanating from jihadist militancy in the Sahel,
Morocco says it has broken up 'Islamic State' cell
Morocco's counterterrorism agency said on Monday it had foiled attacks planned by the so-called Islamic State group in the Sahel region, south of the Sahara Desert. Authorities released images and videos showing officers raiding cells across Morocco,
Morocco intensifies counterterrorism measures after dismantling of «Lions of the Caliphate» cell
The level of vigilance must remain high to neutralize and thwart terrorist plans targeting Morocco, said Boubker Sabik, spokesperson for the National Security and Territorial Surveillance services, in a press briefing on Monday,
How China is filling void left by France, US with stronger military ties in Africa's Sahel
China's first ever defence attache to Niger, Colonel-Major Chen Xuming, was welcomed earlier this month at a reception held ...
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Morocco's Strong Stance Against the Islamic State in the Sahel
Moroccan authorities have dismantled a terrorist cell planning attacks for the Islamic State in the Sahel. This highlights ...
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Dismantled Terrorist Cell was a Strategic Project of 'Daesh Wilaya in Sahel' to Set Up Branch in Morocco - BCIJ Chief
Salé - The terrorist cell recently dismantled in several Moroccan cities was a strategic project of the "Daesh wilaya in the Sahel" to set up its branch in Morocco, Director of Morocco's Central ...
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Regional convergence of repression of human rights defenders in the Sahel
In the Sahel, human rights defenders are being targeted more than ever by the various states, while civic space is ...
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Belgian General Commends Morocco as Key Player in Countering Sahel Terrorism Threats
Morocco’s counterterrorism capabilities continue to attract international endorsement.  Strategic advisor to the Commissioner General of the Morocco’s counterterrorism capabilities continue to attract ...
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The militia commander
OUAGADOUGOU, Burkina Faso — As Islamist extremist groups have advanced in the past few years, often overpowering government forces in the Sahel, tens of thousands of civilians have taken up arms ...
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ECOWAS And The Alliance Of The Sahel States Conundrum
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) is one of eight Regional Economic Communities (RECs) recognized by the African Union (AU). Until ...
New Study Unlocks the Genetic Secrets of Africa’s Largest Pastoral Population
The Fulani’s ancestry links to North and West Africa, the Green Sahara period, and ancient Berber groups, shaped by migration ...
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The Islamist militant
NIAMEY, Niger — As Islamist extremist groups have wrested large swaths of territory from government control in the Sahel, young men have streamed into their ranks, often compelled more by ...