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Iraqi security forces arrest top IS member at Baghdad int'l airport – Army Spokesman

Baghdad, Nov 23 (Sputnik) Iraq's anti-terrorism service has arrested a senior official of the Islamic State terrorist group (IS, banned in Russia) at Baghdad International Airport during a high-profile intelligence operation, an army commander-in-chief spokesperson said on Monday.
"As a result of constant surveillance and the field work, the Iraqi counter-terrorism service has managed to arrest the so-called general administrative coordinator of the IS’ terrorist groups, known as Abu Nabaa, during a unique operation at Baghdad International Airport," Yehia Rasool said in a Twitter post.
The militant has been closely monitored by the intelligence services, including during his arrival in Iraq, where he was planning "to hold a meeting with units of terrorist gangs on the outskirts of the Baghdad capital," the spokesman added.
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