California resident admits guilt in ISIS support attempt
A California man has entered a guilty plea for attempting to aid the Islamic State terror group, the U.S. Justice Department announced Friday.
Ammaad Akhtar, age 34, allegedly attempted to send funds, weaponry, and other resources to ISIS between February 2025 and June 2025. During this period, he was communicating with what he believed to be an ISIS member, who was in fact an undercover officer.
Akhtar’s communications reportedly included expressions of a desire to join ISIS and to “die in the cause of Allah fighting the kuffar.” He also requested instructions on constructing an explosive device intended for use at a public gathering.
In June 2025, Akhtar reportedly met with an undercover agent and provided clothing, binoculars, $400 in cash, two loaded firearms, and six extra magazines, while also declaring his allegiance to ISIS.
He now faces a potential sentence of up to 20 years in prison, along with a $250,000 fine. His sentencing is set for February 26, 2027.
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