Two teenage boys from southern Sweden will face terror charges on Thursday. Prosecutors allege they prepared multiple terrorist crimes. Authorities also suspect them of an attempted murder in the German city of Eppstein.
The 18-year-old suspect was arrested last February. Police believe he planned a terrorist attack in central Stockholm. Officials say this prevented a planned terror incident in Sweden.
Prosecutors claim the preparations aimed to create serious fear among the population. The acts were allegedly planned in the name of Islamic State. The criminal activity could have seriously harmed Sweden, according to authorities.
Deputy Chief Prosecutor Henrik Olin stated the suspects intended to instill terror. He said their actions posed a genuine threat to national security. The planned attack targeted Stockholm's city center.
German authorities connected the suspects to an attempted murder case. This occurred in Eppstein, a town near Frankfurt. The international cooperation highlights cross-border security concerns.
Sweden has faced several terror threats in recent years. The country remains on high alert for extremist activities. This case shows the ongoing challenge of preventing radicalization among youth.
Prosecutors will present formal charges against both teenagers this week. The legal process will examine evidence from both Swedish and German investigations. The case underscores Europe's continued struggle with homegrown terrorism.