Recent reports suggest Spanish authorities are concerned about a potential rise in terrorist activity linked to Algeria. The General Commission for Information (CGI) has highlighted a growing risk of Algerian nationals forming terrorist cells within Spain, indicating a shift in the threat landscape from Moroccan nationals.
Spanish security leaders now believe that focusing solely on Moroccan threats may not be sufficient. They fear that Algerian extremists could exploit the power vacuum left by groups like al-Qaeda and ISIS, prompting intensified surveillance and deportation measures against suspected individuals.
The deportation of Algerian dissident Mohamed Benhalima further exacerbated these concerns, with suspicions regarding his motives and potential for violence. Spanish authorities are expanding their counter-terrorism strategy to include Algerians, signaling a new approach in combating terrorism within the country and across Europe.