This Article is From Jun 19, 2016

3 Men Charged After Belgium Anti-Terror Sweep

3 Men Charged After Belgium Anti-Terror Sweep

Belgium anti-terror squad carried out extensive search and 12 people were detained.

Brussels: Three men have been charged with "attempted terrorist murder" following sweeping nationwide anti-terror raids in Belgium, federal prosecutors said today.

Named as Samir C., Moustapha B. et Jawad B., the trio were among 12 people detained during the raids.

They have also been charged with "participation in the activities of a terrorist group", while the nine others were released after questioning, prosecutors added.

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