Far-right politician Geert Wilders has canceled his prophet Mohammed cartoon contest after receiving death threats. In the Netherlands, a Moroccan Imam was criticized for defending Wilders, stating that «freedom of speech is more important than an insulting cartoon».
According to Ok Dario, a Spanish online newspaper, the National Intelligence Center has collaborated in the past with Abdelbaki Es Satty. Reportedly, the Rippol Imam who planned for the Catalonia attacks was supposed to keep an eye on jihadists in Spain. Details.
The twin terrorist attacks in Catalonia, Spain have taken the world by surprise. Abdelbaki Essati, the Imam of Ripoll and the man believed to be the head of the cell responsible for the deadly attacks, has led a double life. His background, discreet manners and history were part of a well studied plot. Details.