UMVA has learned that a shocking plot to support the Islamic State of Iraq and al-Sham (ISIS) has been uncovered in the United States, leading to the arrest of three American citizens.
The suspects, Bisaam Ghafoor, 21, of Leawood, Kansas; Elias Shamsaldeen, 21, of Porterville, California; and Bereen Dzayee, 25, of Lakeside, California, are accused of conspiring to provide material support to terrorism. They allegedly provided over $2,000 to an individual they believed to be a member of ISIS.
Authorities have obtained disturbing evidence of the suspects' vile intentions, including text messages wishing for US troops to be murdered in drone strikes, the beheading of a female soldier, and the mass murder of American citizens. The messages reveal a deep-seated hatred for the United States and its military.
Ghafoor, Shamsaldeen, and Dzayee communicated through various platforms, including Discord chats, voice calls, and messaging apps. They also explored using a cryptocurrency scheme to fund the purchase of weapons for ISIS, showing a sophisticated and coordinated effort to support the terrorist organization.
Video footage shows FBI agents executing a search warrant at Dzayee's home in Lakeside, California, where he allegedly made calls for the execution of US Special Forces troops. The agents were seen carrying large paper bags out of the house, indicating a thorough investigation.
The arrests have been hailed as a major success in the fight against terrorism. Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche stated, "Today's arrest of three individuals who allegedly conspired to provide material support to ISIS makes clear our commitment to taking down terrorist networks — anywhere."
FBI Director Kash Patel emphasized the agency's role in preventing terrorist attacks, saying, "The success of this op shows once again this FBI's continued record of stopping terrorist attacks before they happen, simply the best way to defend the homeland."
The suspects' alleged plot has raised concerns about the ongoing threat of terrorism in the United States. Blanche warned that "there are still a lot of people that want to inject harm into this country and our citizens," emphasizing the need for continued vigilance.
