Seven members of major Islamic State financing network convicted

(Europol) Europol supported the Belgian authorities in the successful conclusion of a complex counter-terrorism investigation, targeting an international network primarily composed of individuals of Chechen origin residing in Europe. The network was found to be deeply radicalised and actively engaged in supporting and financing the activities of the so-called Islamic State terrorist organisation. – Seven members of major Islamic State financing network convicted – Belgian-led counter-terrorism operation dismantles international Islamic State support network; sentences range from 5 to 15 years in prison | Europol