Apprehension of Afghan Migrant on U.S. Terror Watchlist

SOURCE www.foxnews.com
An Afghan migrant on the U.S. terror watchlist, Mohammed Karwan, was apprehended at the U.S.-Mexico border and released twice onto American soil before being officially added to the FBI terror watchlist in February 2024. Despite being a member of Hezb-e-Islami responsible for attacks in Afghanistan, he was released on bond after a court appearance with limited information disclosed to the federal immigration judge.

Key Points

  • Mohammed Karwan, a member of Hezb-e-Islami, was apprehended at the U.S.-Mexico border
  • Karwan was released twice onto American soil before being officially added to the FBI terror watchlist
  • Limited information was disclosed during court appearances regarding his threat level
  • Karwan has been taken into custody again with a court appearance set for next year

Pros

  • Preventing potential threats to national security

Cons

  • Limited information disclosed to immigration judge
  • Release on bond despite being on the terror watchlist