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FBI Arrests Louisiana Man Tied to Hamas Attack in Israel, Alleges He Lied About Past to Get US Visa
A shocking case of deception has unfolded in the United States as a Louisiana resident, identified as Mahmoud Amin Ya'qub al-Muhtadi, was arrested by the FBI on charges related to his alleged involvement in the October 7 attack on Israel. The attack, which left nearly 1,200 people dead and hundreds more injured, was orchestrated by Hamas fighters who targeted Israeli civilians and soldiers.
According to an FBI criminal complaint unsealed earlier this week, al-Muhtadi was an operative of the Gaza-based military wing of the Democratic Front for the Liberation of Palestine. He had allegedly gathered a group of individuals to cross from the Gaza Strip into southern Israel during the attack. The complaint alleges that al-Muhtadi coordinated with others to travel into Israel and participated in the violence, which included kidnappings of dozens of US citizens.
In a stunning twist, it was revealed that al-Muhtadi had obtained a US visa under false pretenses, denying any involvement with terrorist activities on his application. He claimed to intend to live in Tulsa, Oklahoma, and work in the food services industry. In reality, he had relocated to Lafayette, Louisiana, where he worked at a local restaurant.
The FBI investigation was launched after al-Muhtadi's presence in the US was discovered by Joint Task Force October 7, an initiative that tracks individuals suspected of involvement with terrorist organizations. The taskforce, which includes agents from the FBI and other law enforcement agencies, is also investigating the murder and kidnapping of American citizens during the attack.
Al-Muhtadi's arrest has been hailed as a significant victory for US authorities in their efforts to combat terrorism. "After hiding out in the United States, this monster has been found and charged with participating in the atrocities of October 7 – the single deadliest day for Jewish people since the Holocaust," said US Attorney General Pam Bondi.
The complaint alleges that al-Muhtadi could face charges for visa fraud and conspiring to provide support for a foreign terrorist organization. He is expected to appear in court on Friday, but it remains unclear whether he has legal representation.
As authorities continue to unravel the complex web of connections between individuals involved in the attack, the case serves as a stark reminder of the ongoing threat posed by terrorist organizations like Hamas. The FBI's efforts to track down and prosecute those who engage in such activities are a crucial part of ensuring public safety and upholding national security.
A shocking case of deception has unfolded in the United States as a Louisiana resident, identified as Mahmoud Amin Ya'qub al-Muhtadi, was arrested by the FBI on charges related to his alleged involvement in the October 7 attack on Israel. The attack, which left nearly 1,200 people dead and hundreds more injured, was orchestrated by Hamas fighters who targeted Israeli civilians and soldiers.
According to an FBI criminal complaint unsealed earlier this week, al-Muhtadi was an operative of the Gaza-based military wing of the Democratic Front for the Liberation of Palestine. He had allegedly gathered a group of individuals to cross from the Gaza Strip into southern Israel during the attack. The complaint alleges that al-Muhtadi coordinated with others to travel into Israel and participated in the violence, which included kidnappings of dozens of US citizens.
In a stunning twist, it was revealed that al-Muhtadi had obtained a US visa under false pretenses, denying any involvement with terrorist activities on his application. He claimed to intend to live in Tulsa, Oklahoma, and work in the food services industry. In reality, he had relocated to Lafayette, Louisiana, where he worked at a local restaurant.
The FBI investigation was launched after al-Muhtadi's presence in the US was discovered by Joint Task Force October 7, an initiative that tracks individuals suspected of involvement with terrorist organizations. The taskforce, which includes agents from the FBI and other law enforcement agencies, is also investigating the murder and kidnapping of American citizens during the attack.
Al-Muhtadi's arrest has been hailed as a significant victory for US authorities in their efforts to combat terrorism. "After hiding out in the United States, this monster has been found and charged with participating in the atrocities of October 7 – the single deadliest day for Jewish people since the Holocaust," said US Attorney General Pam Bondi.
The complaint alleges that al-Muhtadi could face charges for visa fraud and conspiring to provide support for a foreign terrorist organization. He is expected to appear in court on Friday, but it remains unclear whether he has legal representation.
As authorities continue to unravel the complex web of connections between individuals involved in the attack, the case serves as a stark reminder of the ongoing threat posed by terrorist organizations like Hamas. The FBI's efforts to track down and prosecute those who engage in such activities are a crucial part of ensuring public safety and upholding national security.
, its crazy how one person can do so much damage to others. didnt realize they could just fake their way into the country like that 
, anyone with an American visa gets a free pass apparently 
, it's messed up that he was able to get away with lying about his past for so long 
. need to see justice served in this case 
also, how many more people do we know are involved in the attack that haven't been caught yet? these cases always seem to have so many loose ends
Anyway, it's crazy to think he was part of the Hamas attack that killed over 1,200 people. The fact that he got in with no issues at first is just wild. I guess you could say his lies didn't exactly pay off...or should I say, visa versa? 
my heart is heavy thinking about what happened in Israel... it's like we're living in a nightmare 
️ where innocent people get hurt because of senseless violence 
how can someone so clearly be deceitful to get a visa and then put others at risk like that?!? 
and now he's got his freedom taken away from him 
I think it's great that the FBI is on top of this case, keeping us safe is their priority 
but at what cost? 
we need to find ways to promote peace instead of perpetuating hate & violence 
