American Woman Convicted in New York of Training with ISIS
Published 4h ago · Latest report 2h ago · Court ruling
Affects United States and Syria · Covered in 3 countries
A Brooklyn woman was convicted of receiving military training from the Islamic State in Syria.
An American citizen from Brooklyn has been convicted of receiving military instruction from the Islamic State. Her father originally brought her to Syria when she was younger. She now faces up to a decade behind bars.
- The sentenceThe defendant faces up to 10 years in federal prison following her conviction.
- The backgroundHer father transported her to Syria during her youth before she became involved with the militant group.
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Why it matters
Terrorism prosecutions involving American citizens who travelled to conflict zones in the Middle East highlight ongoing legal efforts to hold returned individuals accountable for joining extremist organisations.
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- The Straits TimesAmerican woman convicted of getting military training from Islamic State2h ago · open ↗
- Washington ExaminerNew York woman convicted of receiving military training from ISIS2h ago · open ↗
- The IndependentBrooklyn woman found guilty of training with ISIS after dad brought her to Syria4h ago · open ↗
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