Pakistani National Extradited to U.S. Over Brooklyn Terror Plot

Muhammad Shahzeb Khan, a Pakistani national living in Canada, has been extradited to the United States for allegedly plotting a terror attack in New York. The FBI revealed that Khan planned a mass shooting at a Jewish Center in Brooklyn in support of ISIS. The attack was scheduled for October 7, 2024, marking the anniversary of the Hamas terror strike in Israel.

FBI Director Kash Patel confirmed the extradition on Tuesday, stating that the plot was foiled due to the combined efforts of U.S. and Canadian authorities. Khan was arrested by Canadian law enforcement on September 4, 2024, after surveillance and intelligence operations identified his plans.

According to the FBI, Khan was radicalized online and had begun coordinating logistics for the attack. He allegedly planned to cross the border into the U.S. and carry out the shooting himself. Investigators also believe he may have had online contact with other extremists.

Kash Patel emphasized that the case highlights the global nature of terror threats and the increasing risk to Jewish communities worldwide. “This case is a reminder of the constant threat of terrorism and the disturbing rise in threats against Jewish communities,” Patel said in a statement. He reassured the public that the FBI remains committed to preventing such threats through vigilant surveillance and international cooperation.

Khan is now in U.S. custody and will face terrorism-related charges in federal court. If convicted, he could face life imprisonment. The case underscores the ongoing concerns over lone-wolf actors influenced by extremist ideologies and the importance of international coordination in combating terrorism.