On October 8, 2024, French anti-terror prosecutors announced the arrests of three individuals in the Toulouse region of southwest France.

The arrests took place early in the morning at around 6 AM in Toulouse and Fronton, facilitated by investigators from the General Directorate for Internal Security (DGSI) and supported by the RAID unit.

Among those arrested were two Afghan nationals, who were reportedly linked and preparing for a violent action within France.

Their apprehension followed a received intelligence tip-off regarding their plans.

The National Anti-Terrorism Prosecutor's Office confirmed that the arrests were part of a preliminary investigation into participation in a criminal organization aimed at preparing one or more violent crimes.

The investigation is focused on a suspected plot to carry out one or more terror attacks.

Details regarding potential targets or motives for the suspected attacks have not been disclosed by the prosecutors' office.

This operation is part of a broader investigation by the DGSI into a suspected terror attack plot.

The operation was prompted by the receipt of intelligence regarding their plans.

While media reports suggest that two of the suspects may be Afghan nationals, this has not been officially verified.

The suspects were detained in the Toulouse region, although their identities have not been fully confirmed.

The arrests were made for 'participation in a criminal association with the intent to prepare one or more violent crimes against persons'.