US Accuses Iraqi Man of Helping Iran-Backed Faction’s Plans for Attacks in US, Europe - Asharq Al-Awsat English

The US has arrested an Iraqi man and charged him with aiding Iran-backed factions’ plans for attacks in the US and Europe. Prosecutors allege he was a senior member of Kataib Hezbollah and coordinated or supported nearly 20 attacks across Europe and the United States, including potential targets in New York, California, and Arizona. This comes amid heightened US scrutiny of Iran-backed armed factions targeting American personnel and allies.