The weekender issue 20 marina alta (north)

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By Jack Troughton THE ports of Alicante and Valencia are on high alert for fighters from so-called Islamic State attempting to return to Europe from Syria and Iraq. Jihadist terrorists are said to be making their way back to the west following a string of defeats on IS in the Middle East by the international coalition. Security specialists say the Valencia region has the largest Muslim community after Andalusia, Catalonia and Madrid – and believe a radical element that could provide the logistical support for IS returning supporters. Police have stepped up security at Valencia and Alicante after reports the two ports were on the route to Europe and are believed to have undercover officers on board ferries from Algeria. Spain like Britain believes the return of radicalised jihadists is the greatest threat to society; both allies have suffered terror attacks this year – and both remain on the second highest level of security alert, indicating a “high risk” of a further incident. Continued page 2


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