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There is a high threat from terrorism in Morocco.  Attacks could be indiscriminate, including in places frequented by expatriates and foreign travelers.

Recent significant events include:

On 13 August 2007 a man attempted to explode a small device near a tourist coach in the city of Meknes.  No-one apart from the bomber was injured.

On 14 April two suicide bombers killed themselves and slightly injured one passer-by near to an American Language Centre and the US Consulate in Casablanca.  It is suspected that the bombers were targeting US interests.

On 10 April 2007 three others blew themselves up, killing one policeman and injuring another, during police raids in Casablanca and another suspected terrorist was shot and killed during one of the raids.

On 11 March a suicide bomber killed himself and injured four others at an internet cafe in Casablanca.  Moroccan police have greatly enhanced security and made a number of arrests but continue to hunt for further suspected terrorists.

In August 2006, the Moroccan authorities arrested a number of individuals allegedly plotting to attack a number of targets, including noticeably Western interests.

In May 2003, 45 people were killed in a series of terrorist attacks in Casablanca.  These attacks were against relatively soft targets, including hotels and restaurants frequented by foreigners or those with Jewish links.  The Moroccan authorities arrested and imprisoned a number of those considered to be responsible for the attacks, there is a high threat of further attacks.