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Increase in Iranian 'special interest aliens' apprehended in Texas raises concerns for US customs

US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has apprehended four Iranians in Texas this month, classifying them as "special interest aliens" due to their origin from countries associated with terrorism or national security threats. The recent apprehensions come amid concerns about security and potential terrorism following the Hamas-led attack in Israel. CBP has also apprehended Lebanese and Egyptian nationals, while the Department of Homeland Security warns of the possibility of terrorists exploiting the complex security environment to enter the United States.

via New York Post |

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Increase in Apprehension of Middle Eastern Nationals Raises Security Concerns at US Southern Border

US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has apprehended four Iranians in Texas this month, classifying them as "special interest aliens" due to their origin from countries associated with terrorism or national security threats. One Iranian man in his 40s surrendered to border protection agents after illegally crossing the southern border in Eagle Pass. Last week, two Lebanese nationals, also considered "special interest aliens," were apprehended in the same area. Additionally, CBP has detained an Egyptian man and multiple Iranians and Syrians in separate incidents. Concerns over security and potential terrorism have risen following recent attacks by Hamas in Israel. The Department of Homeland Security warns of the possibility of terrorists exploiting the current border situation to enter the United States.

via Fox News|

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Surge in Middle Eastern 'Special Interest Aliens' at Southern Border: Latest Data Revealed

Internal Customs and Border Protection (CBP) data leaked to Fox News reveals that thousands of "special interest aliens" from Middle Eastern countries have been arrested by Border Patrol agents attempting to cross the U.S. southern border illegally since 2021. The data shows encounters with nationals from Afghanistan, Egypt, Iran, Syria, Uzbekistan, Turkey, Pakistan, Lebanon, Jordan, Iraq, and Mauritania. The numbers do not include those who have evaded detection or information on removals or releases. Border Patrol agents have concerns about vetting individuals from special interest countries due to the lack of available criminal history data. The U.S. is currently facing a surge in migrant numbers at the southern border, with September marking a new monthly record. The Department of Homeland Security warns of potential security threats and the exploitation of the elevated flow by terrorists and criminal actors. The Biden administration recently waived federal regulations to build a border wall in South Texas, citing the need to prevent unlawful entries.

via Fox News|

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