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Muslim Immigrant Recruited For Jihad in Chicago |

Last updated: June 29, 2025 9:15 pm
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In a notable case highlighted by CBS News, a man from Chicago has been found guilty of leveraging social media as a tool for recruiting ISIS operatives and promoting violent jihad. This conviction underscores a persistent issue in the modern landscape of global terrorism.

While it’s true that ISIS has faced significant setbacks, particularly during the previous administration, the specter of radical Islamic ideology continues to loom large. The prevailing policies under President Biden, particularly concerning border security, have raised valid concerns about the potential influx of individuals with extremist affiliations into the United States. Alarmingly, a segment of the population appears to remain blissfully unaware of these ongoing threats.

According to CBS:

After a bench trial in federal court in Chicago, Ashraf Al Safoo, 41, was convicted on multiple counts, including conspiracy to transmit threats across state lines, conspiracy to unlawfully access a protected computer, and providing material support to a foreign terrorist organization.

Al Safoo’s arrest in October 2018 followed a raid at his residence in the Budlong Woods neighborhood. Federal prosecutors revealed that he is a naturalized U.S. citizen, originally from Iraq, who immigrated to the U.S. in 2008.

He was accused of collaborating with ISIS to disseminate propaganda through various social media platforms, aimed at recruiting individuals to execute terrorist activities for the Islamic State.

This individual, born in Iraq, has been linked to efforts promoting violent acts, particularly during sensitive periods such as Christmas, alongside celebrations of notorious terrorist incidents.

Al Safoo’s messages were chilling; he urged potential recruits to “instigate chaos and instill fear in the hearts of non-believers.” The persistent threat posed by radical Islamic ideologies remains a significant concern for Western societies. Although measures were taken to fortify borders during the Trump administration, the current political climate raises questions about the effectiveness of such protections under Biden’s leadership, leaving the door ajar for potential sleeper cells to operate within the U.S.

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One particularly disturbing video produced by Al Safoo depicted a family gathered around a Christmas tree, which abruptly transitioned to graphic images of explosions and casualties, including children who were either deceased or injured.

Facing a potential sentence of up to 130 years, Al Safoo’s sentencing is scheduled for October 9th, serving as a stark reminder of the ongoing battle against extremist ideologies.

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