Commission looks at the roots of terror[fr][de] 

On 21 September the Commission adopted a series of measures to combat  terrorism and recommended ways to stop 'violent radicalisation' through a programme of 'inter-cultural understanding' and enhancement of integration policies.

The EU's foreign policy is also being adapted to reduce factors that can make certain countries becomes a 'breeding ground' for terrorists.    

The plan is backed by a budget of 7m euro for a pilot project in the field of 'prevention, preparedness and response' to terrorist attacks. 

The Commission also adopted a plan on data retention (see EurActiv, 20 September).