A loaded Kalashnikov assault rifle was foundinthe
A loaded Kalashnikov assault rifle was found in the man's possession OPENBAAR MINISTERIE

A man allegedly planning a terror attack was arrested in the Dutch city of Rotterdam in possession of a loaded Kalashnikov assault rifle.

The man was arrested at his home by police acting on a tip-off from Dutch intelligence agency the AIVD, prosecutors said.

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The 30-year-old suspect had a Kalashnikov with two full magazines of ammunitions and a large image of an Islamic State flag, prosecutors said.

Four boxes of highly explosive illegal fireworks were also found, along with mobile phones and 1,600 euros (£1,340), reported Dutch broadcaster RTL.

The suspect was arrested on Wednesday.

His identity has not been revealed.

He is being held in police custody on suspicion on preparing a "terrorist crime", prosecutors said. Prosecutors have not ruled out the possibility of further arrests.

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