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Dual U.S. and Albanian Citizen Arrested for Attempting to Aid ISIS

U.S. Dept of Justice Office of Public Affairs
Article Source: U.S. Dept of Justice Office of Public Affairs

Article Source: U.S. Dept of Justice Office of Public Affairs

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  • Erald Alimehmeti, a 33-year-old dual U.S. and Albanian citizen, was arrested in New York for attempting to provide material support to ISIS.
  • Alimehmeti’s online activities included posting pro-ISIS propaganda and discussing potential attacks. He praised ISIS figures and shared materials promoting jihadist ideology.
  • Alimehmeti created and used numerous online accounts on encrypted messaging applications and social media websites to communicate with others about planning and training for attacks on behalf of ISIS. 
  • He faces significant charges that could lead to 20 years in prison for each count. Read More

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