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FBI arrests 18-year-old for plotting ISIS-linked mass shooting at Mall of America

Sheikhdoon Abdullahi Mohamud, an 18-year-old U.S. citizen, was arrested by the FBI after purchasing an AK-47 and ammunition from an undercover agent. Federal prosecutors allege he planned a mass-casualty attack at the Mall of America during the October 24 Hmong Arts Celebration in support of the Islamic State. Mohamud faces federal charges for acquiring weapons for a crime of terrorism and is scheduled for a preliminary hearing on October 19.

via 5 EYEWITNESS NEWS|

#crime-and-justice #fbi #hmong-arts-celebration

us-news2 days ago•22 min saved

FBI arrests 18-year-old for plotting ISIS-inspired mass shooting at Mall of America

Federal authorities arrested 18-year-old Sheikhdoon Abdullahi Mohamud in Minnesota after he attempted to purchase an AK-47 and ammunition from an undercover agent, allegedly planning a mass shooting at the Mall of America. Prosecutors say Mohamud pledged allegiance to the Islamic State and targeted an October 24 event, intending to kill 30 to 60 people. The investigation lasted nearly two years, with Mohamud communicating with an informant via messaging apps. He faces federal terrorism and weapons charges and is scheduled for a hearing on October 19.

via The Washington Post|

#fbi #mall-of-america #minnesota

crime-and-justice3 days ago

FBI arrests 18-year-old for plotting ISIS-linked mass shooting at Mall of America

FBI agents arrested 18-year-old Sheikhdoon Abdullahi Mohamud in Minnesota after he purchased an AK-47 from an undercover agent, intending to use it in a mass shooting at the Mall of America. Prosecutors allege Mohamud pledged allegiance to ISIS and targeted the October 24 Hmong Arts Celebration, aiming to kill 30 to 60 people. The arrest followed a two-year investigation into his radicalization and failed plans to travel to Somalia to join al-Shabaab.

via The Guardian|

#crime-and-justice #fbi #isis

crime-and-law3 days ago•120 min saved

FBI Thwarts ISIS-Linked Plot to Attack Mall of America During Hmong Arts Celebration

An 18-year-old U.S. citizen was arrested in Minnesota after federal prosecutors alleged he planned a mass-casualty attack at the Mall of America in support of ISIS. The suspect, Sheikhdoon Abdullahi Mohamud, was charged with receiving a firearm and ammunition for use in a federal crime of terrorism. Authorities say he identified the October 24 Hmong Arts Celebration as a target date, intending to kill 30 to 60 people. The arrest followed a months-long investigation involving an undercover FBI source and a controlled purchase of an AK-47-style rifle. Mohamud is scheduled to return to court on October 19 for a preliminary hearing.

via AP News|

#crime-and-law #fbi #isis

national-security3 days ago•8 min saved

FBI Thwarts ISIS-Linked Plot to Attack Mall of America During Hmong Arts Celebration

Sheikhdoon Abdullahi Mohamud, an 18-year-old U.S. citizen from Richfield, Minnesota, was arrested on October 6 after federal prosecutors alleged he planned a mass-casualty attack at the Mall of America. Authorities say he pledged allegiance to ISIS and targeted the October 24 Hmong Arts Celebration, intending to kill 30 to 60 people. The arrest followed a months-long investigation involving an undercover FBI source and a controlled purchase of an AK-47-style rifle.

via Fox News|

#fbi #isis #mall-of-america

crime-and-law3 days ago•4 min saved

FBI arrests 18-year-old in Richfield after alleged plot to attack Mall of America

Sheikhdoon Abdullahi Mohamud, an 18-year-old U.S. citizen, was arrested in Richfield, Minnesota, on October 6, 2026, after federal prosecutors alleged he planned a mass-casualty attack at the Mall of America. Authorities say he communicated with an FBI informant from December 2024 until his arrest, expressing allegiance to ISIS and intent to kill 30 to 60 people. Mohamud was charged with receiving a firearm and ammunition for use in a federal crime of terrorism. He was arrested during a controlled purchase of an AK-47 assault rifle, 200 rounds of ammunition, and four magazines. The suspect identified the October 24 Hmong Arts Celebration as a potential target date, citing the large crowd. His parents had declined to cooperate with FBI inquiries in May 2025 regarding his radicalization.

via CBS News|

#crime-and-law #fbi #isis

military-and-security4 days ago•2 min saved

US Withdraws B-1 Bombers from UK Base After Suspected Iranian Drone Plot

The US Air Force abruptly withdrew all 12 B-1B bombers from RAF Fairford in the UK on Sunday, ending their role as a launchpad for strikes on Iran. The move followed a suspected Iranian plot to attack the base with drones, which UK police linked to recent arrests of suspects near the facility. While US officials cited security threats, UK authorities emphasized the investigation remains ongoing, and Iran denied involvement.

via Al Jazeera|

#b-1b-lancer #iran #military-and-security

world4 days ago•413 min saved

U.S. Withdraws Bombers from UK Base Amid Iran Threats

The U.S. Air Force rapidly withdrew at least 12 B-1 bombers from RAF Fairford in the UK following intelligence reports of a potential Iranian drone attack. The move coincided with a British counterterrorism investigation into a suspected plot at the base, though officials emphasized the withdrawal was a precautionary measure rather than a response to an imminent strike. While the relocation reduces the speed of U.S. strike operations against Iran, it does not eliminate Washington's ability to launch attacks from other locations.

via NBC News|

#b-1-bombers #iran #raf-fairford

world5 days ago•2 min saved

Flydubai co-pilot’s premeditated attack exposed vetting failures across multiple nations

Investigators believe Hamam al-Hammami, the Omani co-pilot who attacked a Flydubai captain on September 30, had planned the hijacking since July but delayed it until the flight to Tel Aviv. While the attack was thwarted by passengers and a reserve pilot, leading to a safe landing in Saudi Arabia, the incident has triggered a multi-country investigation into why al-Hammami was hired despite prior concerns about his extremist views and gaps in international pilot vetting protocols.

via The Guardian|

#aviation-security #investigation #israel

security5 days ago•2 min saved

Flydubai co-pilot targeted Tel Aviv airport in 9/11-style plot, reports reveal

The co-pilot accused of hijacking a Flydubai flight to Tel Aviv intended to crash the aircraft into Ben Gurion airport or a tower block, according to US and Israeli reports. The Omani national, identified as Hamam al-Hammami, acted as a lone wolf extremist after attacking the captain with an axe. Security lapses are under scrutiny, including why the pilot was hired despite prior concerns and why he was allowed to fly to Israel despite diplomatic restrictions.

via bbc.com|

#aviation-security #flydubai #israel

crime5 days ago•10 min saved

Bar-Ilan Professor Indicted for Plotting Mass Expulsion of Arab Israelis

A mathematics lecturer at Bar-Ilan University has been indicted for planning a coordinated terror campaign aimed at forcing the mass expulsion of Arab Israelis and Palestinians. The plot, dubbed 'Ayit,' involved recruiting 72 armed operatives to attack mixed cities and Bedouin towns simultaneously, with the goal of causing hundreds of deaths and triggering a mass exodus to Jordan, Lebanon, and Gaza. The suspect, who was arrested in September 2026, attempted to recruit Zehut party chairman Moshe Feiglin to help recruit members but was rejected. He subsequently sent extortion letters to Feiglin, threatening to damage his reputation ahead of the October 26 elections. Bar-Ilan University suspended the lecturer immediately, condemning the alleged actions as incompatible with its values. Prosecutors charged him with preparing terrorism, extortion, and obstruction of justice.

via jpost.com|

#arab-israelis #bar-ilan-university #crime

world-news6 days ago•7 min saved

Al-Qaeda Branch Hails flydubai Hijacker, Urges Attacks on US and Israeli Airliners

Al-Qaeda’s Yemen-based branch, AQAP, published an editorial in its weekly journal 'Al-Bayan' praising the failed hijacking of flydubai Flight FZ1073. The group called for similar attacks on US and Israeli airlines, framing the incident as part of an ongoing war. The editorial, titled 'Between September 11 and September 30,' featured images of the 2001 World Trade Center attacks and the recent flight. It claimed that if the hijacking had succeeded, regional power dynamics could have shifted. The co-pilot, Omani citizen Hamam al-Hammami, was restrained by passengers and crew after attacking captain Smit Machchhar with a crash axe. The aircraft, which plunged nearly 14,000 feet, was safely landed in Tabuk, Saudi Arabia, by a second pair of pilots.

via NDTV|

#al-qaeda #aviation-security #flydubai

world6 days ago•1 min saved

U.S. Withdraws All Bombers from RAF Fairford After Terror Plot Investigation

The U.S. Air Force has removed all bombers from RAF Fairford in the U.K. following a security incident and suspected terror plot. Six individuals were arrested and released on bail, with British and U.S. officials citing potential Iranian involvement, though Tehran denies any connection.

via cbsnews.com|

#iran #raf-fairford #terrorism

world6 days ago

US Bombers Rushed Out of UK Base Amid Renewed Terror Threats

The US Air Force rapidly withdrew all 12 B-1 bombers from RAF Fairford in England following renewed security concerns linked to a suspected terror plot. While the UK Ministry of Defence declined to comment, US officials confirmed the move was urgent, with some aircraft departing before refueling support was fully arranged. The withdrawal follows a late September incident involving suspicious vehicles near the base and the recent arrest of a dual British-Iranian national in London. British Prime Minister Andy Burnham stated there are strong indications of Iranian involvement, a claim Tehran has categorically denied. The base, located 100 miles west of London, has been used for US strikes against Iran, and the rapid redeployment highlights the sensitivity of US assets in allied nations during ongoing Middle East tensions.

via The Guardian|

#military-withdrawal #raf-fairford #terrorism

global-security6 days ago•1 min saved

FlyDubai Attack Exposes Critical Gaps in Cross-Border Pilot Vetting

Investigations into the FlyDubai hijacking attempt reveal that the Omani co-pilot, identified as Hamam al-Hammami, evaded detection despite being barred from flying in Oman for extremist views. While the UAE shared passenger and crew lists with Israel, Israeli authorities failed to flag the pilot, leading to a blame game between security agencies and the Transportation Ministry. Preliminary assessments suggest a 'lone wolf' attack, but the incident has triggered a major review of international aviation vetting protocols.

via Politico|

#aviation-security #global-security #israel