Eight people have been arrested in connection with an alleged ISIS-inspired terrorist plot in Malta, a court has heard.Details of the investigation emerged during the compilation of evidence against 21-year-old Daniel Spiteri, who is facing a series of terrorism-related charges as reported by Tvm News. Spiteri stands accused of planning a terrorist attack, recruiting or encouraging another person to engage in terrorist activities, and training someone in the use of weapons with the intention of carrying out an act of terrorism.Testifying before Magistrate Ann Marie Thake, Counter-Terrorism Unit Inspector Zachary Zammit revealed that police had arrested seven other individuals in connection with the alleged plot.The court heard how investigators uncovered material allegedly linked to extremist ideology and terrorist activities during searches at Spiteri’s residence.Police seized notebooks, two mobile phones, 12 USB flash drives and a laptop, with investigators also discovering notes concerning bomb-making and methods of recruiting vulnerable individuals, particularly those facing desperate circumstances.Investigations revealed that Spiteri had searched for videos featuring extremist Islamic figures, including Ahmad Musa Jibril, a preacher known for his influence among ISIS fighters.His online activity also allegedly included searches for pro-jihad videos, religious chants and material associated with extremist propaganda.Police also identified searches relating to Ustadh Abu Baraa, the name used by UK-based Islamic activist Mohammed Mizanur Rahman.Meanwhile, investigators believe Spiteri may have travelled to Syria to undergo terrorist training.Evidence recovered during the investigation included airline tickets and a taxi receipt documenting a journey from Lebanon into Syria, with police suspecting that Spiteri received terrorist training during his visit.The court also heard that seven other individuals had been arrested in connection with the investigation, although further details about their alleged involvement were not provided in the reported testimony.Spiteri is being represented by lawyers Ishmael Psaila and Amadeus Cachia.Proceedings are continuing before Magistrate Ann Marie Thake.•