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politics2 months ago•6 min saved

Trump administration indicts Libyan linked to 2012 Benghazi attack

The Trump administration announced the capture and extradition of Libyan Zubayr Al-Bakoush, described as a key participant in the 2012 Benghazi attack that killed four Americans. He arrived in the United States to face an eight-count federal indictment charging murder, attempted murder, and material support for terrorism, among other offenses, and is expected to appear in a Washington, D.C., court. Officials framed this as a long-sought victory in Benghazi prosecutions, noting prior detentions of other Libyans involved.

via Politico|

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politics2 months ago•3 min saved

Benghazi 2012 suspect extradited to face U.S. charges

The FBI arrested Zubayar al-Bakoush, a suspected member of Ansar al-Sharia linked to the 2012 Benghazi attack that killed four Americans, and transferred him to the United States. He faces a seven-count indictment in Washington, D.C., including murder, attempted murder, arson, and providing material support to terrorists, and is due to appear in court. Prosecutors say he participated in the assault on the U.S. mission and the nearby CIA annex; authorities note more suspects remain at large. Two other Libyans previously prosecuted in the case include Ahmed Abu Khatallah (acquitted of murder but convicted on other counts) and Mustafa al-Imam (convicted in 2019).

via cbsnews.com|

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