{"id":2130401,"date":"2023-12-20T22:23:02","date_gmt":"2023-12-21T03:23:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/son-of-afghan-migrants-arrested-in-colorado-charged-with-trying-to-join-isis-report\/"},"modified":"2023-12-20T22:25:33","modified_gmt":"2023-12-21T03:25:33","slug":"son-of-afghan-migrants-arrested-in-colorado-charged-with-trying-to-join-isis-report","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/son-of-afghan-migrants-arrested-in-colorado-charged-with-trying-to-join-isis-report\/","title":{"rendered":"Afghan migrant&#8217;s son arrested in Colorado for attempting to join ISIS: Report"},"content":{"rendered":"<aside class=\"mashsb-container mashsb-main mashsb-stretched\"><div class=\"mashsb-box\"><div class=\"mashsb-count mash-medium\" style=\"&quot;\"><div class=\"counts mashsbcount\">24<\/div><span class=\"mashsb-sharetext\">SHARES<\/span><\/div><div class=\"mashsb-buttons\"><a class=\"mashicon-facebook mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.conservativenewsdaily.net%2Fbreaking-news%2Fson-of-afghan-migrants-arrested-in-colorado-charged-with-trying-to-join-isis-report%2F\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Facebook<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-twitter mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/tweet?text=&amp;url=https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/?p=2130401&amp;via=ConservNewsDly\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Twitter<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-subscribe mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"#\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Subscribe<\/span><\/a><div class=\"onoffswitch2 mash-medium mashsb-noshadow\" style=\"display:none\"><\/div><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                <div style=\"clear:both\"><\/div><\/aside>\n            <!-- Share buttons by mashshare.net - Version: 4.0.47--><h2>Son of Afghan Migrants \u200bArrested for Attempting to Join ISIS<\/h2>\n<p>In a dramatic \u2063turn of events, federal\u200c law\u2062 enforcement \u200dofficials \u200bapprehended Humzah \u200bMashkoor, an 18-year-old\u2062 from Colorado and\u2064 the son\u2064 of Afghan migrants, as he \u2062tried to\u200d board a flight \u200bto the Middle\u2063 East. His intention? To join \u2062the notorious <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dailywire.com\/topic\/isis\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Islamic State<\/a> \u200b (ISIS), a designated Foreign Terrorist\u2062 Organization (FTO).<\/p>\n<p>The\u200d Department of \u2064Justice \u2063 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.justice.gov\/opa\/pr\/colorado-man-arrested-attempting-provide-material-support-isis\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">revealed<\/a> that Mashkoor\u200b was planning \u200dto travel to the United Arab Emirates before continuing his journey to \u200beither Afghanistan or Syria, where\u2062 he aimed to serve as\u2064 a fighter \u200cfor ISIS. Consequently, he has\u200c been charged\u2064 with attempting to \u200dprovide material support to \u200can FTO.<\/p>\n<h3>Online Support and Undercover Agents<\/h3>\n<p>Authorities had been monitoring Mashkoor since\u2063 November 2021, \u2062when he\u200d began expressing support for\u200d ISIS on social media and\u2062 connecting with like-minded \u200bindividuals. \u200cAccording \u200cto <a href=\"https:\/\/www.denver7.com\/news\/front-range\/westminster\/federal-authorities-arrest-westminster-man-18-who-allegedly-planned-to-join-isis\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Denver7 \u2064News<\/a>, he caught the attention of undercover FBI agents posing as\u2064 ISIS supporters.<\/p>\n<p>During\u2063 his interactions with these agents, Mashkoor revealed his intent to join ISIS as a fighter, provide financial support, and recruit other\u200d supporters. \u200dHe even disclosed that he had previously been\u2064 to Afghanistan before his \u200bfamily was forced to leave. However, as a minor, he was unable to make the trip or contribute resources to\u200d the \u200bterrorist\u200d organization, causing him frustration.<\/p>\n<h3>Conflicting\u200d Desires and Hidden Intentions<\/h3>\n<p>While Mashkoor expressed interest in getting married, finding a job, \u200cand completing his \u200chigh school education earlier \u2063this year, he\u2062 remained\u200b conflicted. The report states that he \u2062worried about &#8220;abandoning&#8221; \u200chis potential wife if he\u2063 were to fight in \u2062Afghanistan and meet a \u200cmartyr&#8217;s \u200dfate.<\/p>\n<p>Curiously, his family was unaware of his plans to leave the United States, and he \u2062had only purchased a one-way ticket to the U.A.E.\u2062 Mashkoor confided in one of \u2063the undercover agents, \u2062expressing \u200dhis difficulty in bidding his family farewell without compromising\u200b his own safety.<\/p>\n<h3>An Arrest at the Airport\u2062 and Troubling Discoveries<\/h3>\n<p>Upon \u2062arriving \u2064at Denver International Airport, Mashkoor proceeded through the TSA \u2064security checkpoint, unaware that law\u200c enforcement was closing in on him. Immediately after\u2062 passing through, he was\u200d taken into custody.<\/p>\n<p>A subsequent search of his home yielded alarming findings,\u2064 including an ISIS flag\u200b and\u200d a\u200b note outlining his intentions to \u2062join the extremist group. Denver7 \u200cNews \u200bshared excerpts from Mashkoor&#8217;s journal, which shed \u200clight \u200bon his radicalization:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>&#8220;I fell \u2064in love with \u200dtheir\u200b (ISIS) steadfastness in the face of such animosity.&#8221;<\/b><\/li>\n<li><b>&#8220;From then on I decided\u200c I wanted to be\u2062 like \u2063them. Leaving behind the hypocritical life of \u200chumiliation to migrate to the lands of jihad.&#8221;<\/b><\/li>\n<li><b>&#8220;So once again I state, that I have NO regrets about this blessed path decorated with thorns. And\u200d I hope to be \u200bgranted\u200d one of two things. Victory over my\u2062 enemies, or martyrdom.&#8221;<\/b><\/li>\n<li><b>&#8220;I will never forget all that\u200b you\u2019ve done for me and \u200cI\u2019m\u200c sorry \u2062for how I treated you. Goodbye.&#8221;<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This arrest serves as a stark\u200b reminder of\u2064 the ongoing \u200cthreat posed by \u2062individuals radicalized online and the tireless efforts of law enforcement to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/doug-collins-what-feels-good-does-not-always-heal-you-these-bipartisan-gun-control-measures-are-a-cruel-charade\/\" title=\"Doug Collins: What Feels Good Does Not Always Heal You \u2013 These Bipartisan Gun Control Measures Are a Cruel Charade\">protect innocent lives<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><b><a href=\"https:\/\/onelink.to\/dwapp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-describedby=\"sk-tooltip-9096\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/onelink.to\/dwapp&#038;source=gmail&#038;ust=1700760801843000&#038;usg=AOvVaw2PQrVSrJfhxNb4LcARqniG\">CLICK HERE TO GET THE\u2062 DAILYWIRE+ APP<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n<p> <\/p>\n<h2> What role can communities and families play \u2062in preventing the radicalization of individuals and countering the influence\u200b of terrorist groups?<\/h2>\n<p><span>  Fe and future in the United States, but ultimately chose to pursue \u2064his allegiance to ISIS.<\/p>\n<p>This <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/people-on-turbine-powered-grid-get-a-shocking-notice-when-the-wind-stops-blowing\/\" title=\"Turbine-powered grid users shocked by wind outage notice.\">situation raises concerns<\/a> about the radicalization of young individuals through online platforms. It highlights the need for increased vigilance from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/oregon-governor-encourages-people-to-call-police-on-neighbors-violating-covid-orders\/\" title=\"Oregon Governor Encourages People To Call Police On Neighbors Violating COVID Orders\">law enforcement agencies<\/a>\u2062 to identify and intervene in cases like Mashkoor&#8217;s. In recent years, the widespread use of social media \u200dhas made it easier for terrorist organizations to recruit vulnerable individuals, particularly those\u200c who\u200c may feel marginalized or\u2062 disillusioned.<\/p>\n<h3>The Role of Community and Family<\/h3>\n<p>It is essential to recognize that this case is not representative of the entire Afghan migrant community. Afghan migrants, like any other group,\u200d consist of diverse individuals with varying beliefs and\u200d values. The actions of \u2064one individual should not be used to stigmatize an entire community.<\/p>\n<p>However, it is crucial for communities \u2064and families to\u200b remain vigilant and proactive \u2062in preventing radicalization. Research \u2064has shown that strong community ties, open lines of communication, and education can \u200cbe effective in \u2062deterring individuals from joining \u200dextremist organizations. By\u2062 promoting inclusivity, tolerance, and providing support for those who may be vulnerable \u2062to radicalization, communities can play a significant \u2063role in countering the influence\u2062 of\u2064 terrorist groups.<\/p>\n<h3>The \u2062Role of Government and Law Enforcement<\/h3>\n<p>The arrest \u200bof Humzah Mashkoor demonstrates the necessity of collaboration between government agencies and the public in combating terrorism. It is through the collective efforts of\u2064 intelligence \u2062gathering, surveillance, and community engagement\u2062 that authorities can identify and apprehend individuals who pose a threat to national \u200bsecurity.<\/p>\n<p>Additionally, the case highlights the importance of providing resources for countering\u2062 violent extremism programs. These programs\u200b aim to prevent radicalization by offering counseling, mentorship,\u2063 and\u2064 support for individuals at risk. Allocating adequate funding and support to these initiatives is crucial for addressing the root causes of radicalization\u200b and ensuring\u200d the safety of our communities.<\/p>\n<h3>Conclusion<\/h3>\n<p>The\u2064 arrest of Humzah Mashkoor serves as a reminder of the ongoing\u200b threat posed by extremist ideologies and\u200c the need for comprehensive measures to counter radicalization. It is essential for communities, families, and governments to work together in promoting inclusivity, awareness, and education to prevent\u2062 individuals \u200cfrom being drawn into \u2063the world of\u200d terrorism.<\/p>\n<p>While this case is undoubtedly concerning, it should not overshadow the resilience, contributions, and aspirations of \u200bthe Afghan \u200bmigrant community \u2063and immigrants in general. We must \u200bremember that extremism is the result of complex\u200c factors and should not be used \u200dto perpetuate stereotypes or discrimination.<\/p>\n<p>By addressing the underlying factors that can lead to radicalization, we can create a more secure and inclusive\u2064 society. It is only through\u200b collective action \u200band understanding that we can\u2062 prevent tragedies\u200b like the attempted joining of ISIS by young individuals like Humzah Mashkoor.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The son of Afghan migrants, Humzah Mashkoor, 18, from Colorado, was arrested at Denver International Airport this week. Federal officials detained him for attempting to join the Islamic State (ISIS), a designated Foreign Terrorist Organization (FTO), by boarding a flight to the Middle East<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":102,"featured_media":2130402,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_mo_disable_npp":"","fifu_image_url":"https:\/\/cndimages.nyc3.digitaloceanspaces.com\/breaking-news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_2758-scaled-1.jpg","fifu_image_alt":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[541],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-2130401","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-the-daily-wire"],"fifu_image_url":"https:\/\/cndimages.nyc3.digitaloceanspaces.com\/breaking-news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_2758-scaled-1.jpg","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2130401","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/102"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2130401"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2130401\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2130402"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2130401"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2130401"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2130401"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}