Prominent N.Y. synagogue targeted in alleged terror plot, prosecutors say
An Iraqi national allegedly plotted to carry out terror attacks in the U.S., including at a prominent synagogue in New York, prosecutors said Friday
Updated on: May 15, 2026 / 3:12 PM EDT / CBS New York
Mohammad Baqer Saad Dawood Al-Saadi faces a host of charges, including conspiracy to provide material support to Iranian-back terrorist organizations, including Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) and Kata'ib Hizballah, according to prosecutors.
Al-Saadi, 32, appeared in court in Lower Manhattan and is being held in custody. His next court appearance is set for June 29.
Court documents include pictures of Al-Saadi meeting with Qasem Soleimani, the slain leader of the IRGC .
Al-Saadi is a commander for Kata'ib Hizbollah, according to prosecutors. They allege he "has been involved in the planning, execution and promotion" of approximately 18 reported terror attacks against U.S. and Israeli interests in Europe since March 9.