Counter-terrorism operation disrupted Islamic State Khorasan Province activities

Europol, in coordination with eight European law enforcement agencies and the United States Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), successfully concluded a week-long operational action targeting the so-called Islamic State Khorasan Province (ISKP) and its support networks across Europe. The ISKP remains a significant threat in jihadi terrorism, with its networks in Europe posing a major concern.

The initiative, organised by Europol’s European Counter Terrorism Centre (ECTC), brought together investigators to exchange real-time intelligence, disrupt terrorist networks, and reinforce cross-border cooperation. From 1 to 5 June 2026, the operation focused on ISKP-affiliated individuals of Chechen and Central Asian origin, identified through shared investigative leads. The collaboration and cross-referencing of information across continents allowed for accelerated detailing of ISKP travel routes spanning Europe, South America, and the United States.

The close cooperation yielded immediate results after Europol swiftly responded to an urgent intelligence request via SIENA over the ensuing weekend, which allowed authorities to arrest several suspects. Throughout the week, over 100 gigabytes of operational information had been exchanged, enabling the full identification of several suspects and advancing multiple high-stakes investigations.

Read more: Europol News