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An Afghan national was arrested in Oklahoma for allegedly plotting a terrorist attack on U.S. Election Day, inspired by ISIS. The FBI intervened, preventing potential violence, and the individual faces charges related to terrorism and conspiracy to commit an attack.

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An Afghan national, identified as Nasir Ahmad Tawhedi, was arrested in Oklahoma for allegedly planning a terrorist attack targeting Election Day in the United States. Tawhedi, who had entered the U.S. as a special immigrant in 2021, was charged with attempting to provide support for ISIS and conspiring to carry out a violent attack. Authorities reported that Tawhedi was inspired by extremist ideologies and intended to conduct a mass shooting at polling places across the state. His arrest was part of a coordinated effort by the FBI and local law enforcement to prevent potential terrorist actions in the U.S. during a critical time for democratic processes.

The FBI's investigation revealed that Tawhedi had communicated with undercover agents about his plotting and had conducted reconnaissance at several locations. He allegedly mentioned wanting to inflict the highest possible casualty count and expected to die in the process as a martyr for his cause. Authorities stated that while he had entered the U.S. fairly recently, his rapidly progressing plans raised significant alarms within the federal law enforcement community.

Legal proceedings against Tawhedi are forthcoming, and he remains in federal custody. This arrest ignites discussions surrounding national security and the challenges posed by individuals radicalized under terrorist ideologies, particularly within the context of the ongoing threats from groups like ISIS. The incident has drawn notable attention and criticism towards the Biden administration regarding the vetting processes of immigrants entering the United States, especially from war-torn regions. The case emphasizes the continuing vigilance required to address and thwart domestic terrorism threats.

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FBI arrests Afghan man officials say was plotting Election Day attack targeting large crowds in the U.S.

Fortune - 74 days ago - Nasir Ahmad Tawhedi entered the US on a special immigrant visa in 2021 and has been on parole status pending the conclusion of his immigration proceedings.

US arrests Afghan national for planning election day terror attack for ISIS

businessstandardcom - 74 days ago - As part of the plot, the defendant allegedly took steps to liquidate his family's assets, resettle members of his family overseas, acquire AK-47 assault rifles and ammunition

Afghan National Arrested in Oklahoma for Alleged ISIS-Linked Election Day Attack Plot

The Epoch Times - 74 days ago - FBI Director Christopher Wray said the suspect was ’motivated by ISIS' to commit an Election Day attack in United States.

FBI Arrests Afghan Man Accused of Planning Election Day Attack in America

nysun - 74 days ago - Nasir Ahmad Tawhedi and a co-conspirator expected to die as martyrs, authorities say.

Afghan National Charged with Plotting ISIS-Related Terrorist Attack on Election Day | National Review

National Review - 74 days ago - The defendant and his underage co-conspirator allegedly planned to target large gatherings of people and die as martyrs during the attack.

Afghan Man Arrested on Charges of Plotting Election Day Attack

NY Times - 74 days ago - It is not clear where the man intended to stage the attack, though the criminal complaint said he sought to inflict mass casualties on behalf of the Islamic State.

The FBI arrested an Afghan man who officials say was planning an Election Day attack

NPR - 74 days ago - The Justice Department said the man was inspired by the Islamic State militant organization and was plotting an Election Day attack targeting large crowds in the U.S.

Afghan National Ferried Into US By Biden-Harris Regime After Botched Withdrawal in 2021 Arrested For Plotting Election Day Terrorist Attack

The Gateway Pundit - 74 days ago - The FBI arrested an Afghan national who was plotting an ISIS-inspired Election Day terrorist attack.

Afghan Man Arrested For Plotting US Election Day Attack

International Business Times - 74 days ago - An Afghan man has been arrested for allegedly plotting to carry out an attack on US election day on behalf of the Islamic State group, the Justice Department said Tuesday.

FBI arrests Afghan man officials say plotted Election Day attack in US

Voice of America English News - 74 days ago - Officials say Nasir Ahmad Tawhedi of Oklahoma City had taken steps in recent weeks to advance his attack plans, including by ordering AK-47 rifles, liquidating his family's assets and buying one-way tickets for his wife and child to travel home to Afghanistan

Republicans blast Biden administration over Afghan national charged in Election Day terror plot

Just The News - 74 days ago - "Biden and Harris let an Afghan national into our country who was plotting an Election Day terrorist attack. How many more are in our neighborhoods?" GOP Wisconsin Rep. Tom Tiffany questioned in a post to X.

Afghan national arrested over alleged Election Day terrorism plot

Washington Examiner - 74 days ago - An Afghan national was arrested and charged for allegedly plotting to carry out a terrorist attack on Election Day in support of ISIS.

FBI arrests Afghan man officials say planned election day attack in U.S.

Los Angeles Times - 74 days ago - The FBI arrests an Afghan man who officials say was inspired by the Islamic State militant organization and was plotting an election day attack in the U.S.

Afghan national accused in Election Day terrorist attack in support of ISIS: report

Raw Story - 74 days ago - An Afghan national has been charged by federal authorities with plotting a terrorist attack on Election Day in the United States in support of ISIS, according to a report.The FBI arrested Nasir Ahmad Tawhedi, 27, Monday in Oklahoma, CNN reported, after he bought rifles and ammunition from an underco...