However “they were complete amateurs and ill-prepared” toactually launch at attack, Moraes said. The arrests come weeks after the Islamic State claimed responsibility for the deadly November 13 attack in Nice, France that claimed more than 90 lives. The suspects had allegedly pledged allegiance to the Islamic State. Brazilian police on Thursday arrested around 12 suspects who were allegedly preparing to attack during the Olympic games. Police acted because the group discussed using weapons and guerrilla tactics to potentially launch an attack duringthe Olympics, which begin August 5, Moraes said.

Source: Indian Express July 21, 2016 15:19 UTC