KCSM Newsline February 24, 2015
Syria or iraq they would pose an even greater risk when they return. Frances parliament passed the new counterterrorism laws in november. They allow authorities to prevent nationals from traveling if their suspected purpose is to engage in terrorist activities. Government officials estimate about 1,400 french nationals have joined the Islamic State group or are planning to do so. Authorities have been on high alert since terror attacks in and around paris last month left 17 people dead. Theyve also raided organizations believed to be recruiting for terrorist groups. Eurozone finance ministers ...