Police Raids Target Eritrean 'Terror Network' in Germany

German authorities conducted raids in six states targeting Brigade N'Hamedu, an organization accused of planning to overthrow the Eritrean government. The group has been involved in violent events tied to Eritrea, with multiple police injuries reported. Searches were also carried out in Denmark, with no arrests made.

In a significant crackdown, German authorities executed coordinated raids across six states targeting Brigade N'Hamedu, a group alleged to be an extension of an international network aiming to topple the Eritrean government. Federal prosecutors accuse 17 individuals of founding or being key members of this 'terrorist organization.'

The prosecutor's office indicates that these suspects have held senior roles within the group, which has been implicated in violent disruptions at events related to the Eritrean regime since 2022. These events include riots at Eritrea festivals in Giessen and Stuttgart, where police suffered numerous injuries.

The sweeping operation saw over 200 law enforcement officials search 19 properties across Germany, while a related search unfolded in Denmark. Despite the extensive nature of these raids, no arrests have been reported. Meanwhile, an individual linked to the network has been sentenced in the Netherlands for involvement in violent activities.

(With inputs from agencies.)