2021 Abbey Gate bombing and Mohammad Sharifullah's case
Mohammad Sharifullah, accused of plotting the 2021 Abbey Gate bombing, faced charges of providing support to a terrorist organization resulting in death. He was not a top planner but tasked with reconnaissance. He confessed to scouting the attack route and training gunmen for a prior attack. The U.S. withdrew from Afghanistan after the bombing.
Key Points
- Sharifullah not a top planner but involved in reconnaissance
- Confessed to scouting attack route and training gunmen for prior attack
- U.S. military forces withdrew from Afghanistan post-bombing
Pros
- Accused terrorist brought to face justice
- Investigation revealing details of the attack
Cons
- Loss of life in the bombing