One suspect in the foiled terror plot targeting President Trump's UFC event at the White House allegedly selected targets based on their ties to Israel and receipt of pro-Israeli funding, according to Israeli media. The development adds a reported Israel-related dimension to the multi-stage drone and sniper plot the FBI says it uncovered.
The FBI investigation into the foiled plot against President Trump's UFC event at the White House continues to yield new details. According to reports emerging Tuesday evening, at least one of the suspects apprehended by investigators allegedly chose targets based on their connection to Israel and receipt of pro-Israeli funding. The suspect reportedly stated that the targets 'received money from pro-Israeli elements.'
This revelation adds a reported Israel-related dimension to a plot that, as The Zioneer reported earlier Tuesday, involved explosive drones, pre-staged sniper teams, and a plan to storm the White House gates. The FBI has identified a network of nearly 24 suspects, with at least five in custody. The specific affiliation or background of the suspect who reportedly made the statements about Israeli connections has not been disclosed.
It remains unclear whether the Israel-related targeting represents a central motivation for the plot or one of several factors. The investigation is ongoing, and the claims attributed to the suspect have not been independently corroborated.
3 developments
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- StrongNew FBI details: Intel received June 10 on foiled AIPAC attack plot; 5 of 23 Signal group members arrested
- DevelopingNew details emerge on ringleader in foiled White House UFC terror plot
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