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New Orleans ISIS Flag Incident: FBI Probes Potential Terror Cell

The discovery of an ISIS flag and weapons in the vehicle of Shamsud-Din Jabbar, a 42-year-old U.S. citizen and army veteran from Texas, has understandably caused significant alarm. The incident, which occurred in New Orleans, raises serious questions about the potential for domestic terrorism and the reach of extremist groups. The fact that the FBI is actively investigating possible associates suggests this may not be an isolated incident perpetrated by a lone wolf actor.

The FBI’s announcement that they are pursuing possible associates of Jabbar significantly shifts the narrative. It implies a potential network of support or a wider conspiracy, which moves the investigation beyond the actions of a single individual and into the realm of a coordinated effort, or at least a network providing aid and support.… Continue reading