France: Police arrest five suspected jihadist affiliates in Grenoble March 13

Event

Counterterror police arrested five suspected jihadist affiliates in Grenoble district (Isère department) on Tuesday, March 13. According to media reports, the individuals were detained on charges of "criminal conspiracy to commit acts of terrorism" and "financing a terrorist enterprise" in connection with militants in Iraq and Syria.

Context

Some 1700 French citizens have traveled to Iraq and Syria to join militant organizations, such as the Islamic State (IS) group, since 2014, according to French government sources.

Advice

Individuals in France, particularly in Grenoble, are advised to monitor developments to the situation, remain vigilant for potential militant activity, and report all suspicious objects and behavior to the local authorities.