#184 Growing Threat - Christian Persecution in Syria, Homeland Attacks and How to Prepare

The situation in Syria is becoming increasingly volatile as terrorist leaders collaborate to create an Islamic caliphate, while the U.S. seems to misinterpret these events as a move towards democracy.

Terrorist Leaders Plan Syrian Blitzkrieg With Taliban, Al-qaeda to Establish Caliphate

Syrian Leader Collaborates With Taliban and Al-qaeda to Seize Syria, Targeting Minorities for Ethnic Cleansing to Create Extremist Islamic State

Sarah Adams and Legend detail the unfolding situation in Syria where a coalition of extremist forces is planning a takeover. The planning for this Syrian blitzkrieg started in November 2021, orchestrated by Musa Ben Ali and Abu Muhammad al-Jilani, who had been running terrorist networks for over a decade. Al-Jilani, the president of Syria, met with Taliban leaders—Mula Sarrajadeen Haqqani, Afghanistan’s minister of interior, and Mula Yaqoob, the minister of defense—to discuss the blitzkrieg. The aim is to establish an Islamic state by seizing Syria and instituting an ethnic cleansing of Christians, Alawites, Kurds, and other minorities.

Taliban offered training camps in the Nangarhar province for Jilani’s fighters, while al-Qaeda’s Hamza bin Laden agreed to train an additional 10,000 fighters inside Afghanistan. According to Sarah Adams, when the US pulls out, a Syrian blitzkrieg is to be executed, aiming to reestablish ISIS and incorporate the next generation of ISIS, Al Qaeda, and the Taliban into a unified fight in Syria.

U.S. Views Syrian Terrorist Takeover As Pro-democracy

U.S. Supports Syria's Al-jilani With Intelligence Despite Caliphate Plan

Despite the violent and extremist objectives of al-Jilani, the U.S. government reportedly maintains an official relationship with him, sharing intelligence and targeting his rivals. This support persists even as al-Jilani commands ethnic cleansing against minorities and all-white neighborhoods in a bid t ...

The podcast discusses the concerning flow of U.S. federal funding to the Taliban and associated terrorist groups.

U.S. Sends $100M Weekly to Taliban, Afghan Terrorists

Sarah Adams reveals that the United States is sending significant funds to the Taliban, often surpassing the commonly cited figure of $87 million a week. In just the third week of January, one hundred and five million U.S. dollars were sent to the Taliban. Additional monthly funds, to the tune of $10 million, are sent to the Taliban's office in Doha. Weekly, the U.S. sends $40 million in cash to Afghanistan, which arrives at Kabul International Airport, controlled by the Akani Network. The cash is transported to the Afghanistan International Bank (AIB), then handed over to the Taliban-controlled Central Bank of Afghanistan for currency exchange, managed by a sanctioned terrorist with a monopoly on money market rates.

Funds Dispersed To Taliban, Al-qaeda, ISKP Via Ngos, Banks, Money Laundering to Support Terrorism Against U.S. Interests

This sanctioned terrorist invites Taliban-affiliated individuals to bid on the dollars, and the converted Afghanis are deposited into accounts of NGOs that are licensed by the Taliban, implying a pro-Taliban stance. These NGOs are obliged to purchase goods only from pre-approved Taliban vendors, and they must convert their money a second time through the Central Bank of Afghanistan, where the Taliban take another cut. Funds are laundered through Dubai's Azizi Bank, controlled by the Taliban, to purchase bulk materials. Customs fees and taxes are additionally taken by the Taliban through the Habib Yar Group, owned partially by the brother of the Taliban's foreign minister.

The aid that arrives at NGO offices is distributed to lists provided by the Taliban, which include families of Taliban fighters and suicide bombers. This means that U.S. taxpayer dollars are effectively financing the militants. In Bamiyan Province, NGOs distribute aid alongside Taliban leaders and attribute it to Mullah Haibatullah and the Taliban, rather than the American people. In Pine Share Province, donations are given to poor families with the implication that it's from the Taliban, not the U.S.

U.S. Counterterrorism Funds to Taliban Diverted For Plots Against U.S. Target ...

The recent discussions surrounding potential terrorist threats in the United States have revealed several pressing concerns. Key figures in the conversation argue that the U.S. may be facing severe risks due to the alleged presence of terrorists within its borders and a perceived failure to appropriately vet these individuals.

Intelligence Indicates Thousands of Taliban, Al-qaeda, and Iskp Terrorists Have Illegally Entered and Are Embedded In U.S. Communities

Legend raises the alarm that jihadists akin to the 9-11 hijackers, who had legally entered the U.S. with visas, could currently be embedded in communities across the nation. He suggests a similar threat landscape exists today, with terrorists poised for potential attacks. According to Legend, there are over a thousand Taliban and ISCP operatives active within the United States. These operatives reportedly maintain communication with their leadership rather than integrating into the Afghan American diaspora or the community of 120,000 evacuees from Afghanistan.

Sarah Adams discusses the persistent threat of Al-Qaeda, which plans to execute attacks on the U.S. homeland. These terrorists, allegedly allowed into Afghanistan by Siraj Shadin Haqqani, are believed to be funneled into the United States through various means, with figures such as Hafiz Haqqani potentially channeling resources to foreign jihadists.

Israeli Defense Forces intelligence analysts, as mentioned by Scott Mann, warn that American communities have harbored terrorists for several years, leading to concerns that future attacks could surpass previous incidents in magnitude. He insists that open U.S. borders over the past four years likely allowed entry to ISIS and al-Qaeda members planning to cause harm, in alignment with their anti-U.S. mandate.

U.S. Failing to Vet Terrorist Infiltrators, Risking Communities

Legend, along with others in the discourse, is critical of the U.S. for its insufficient counterterrorism protocols. They describe the borders as historically open and the departure from Afghanistan as hasty, which could have enabled potential terrorists to infiltrate the country. The vetting process employed by the State Department in recent years is called into question by Adams, who insists that immediate action is needed to re-vet those who have been allowed into the country, as some may pose a threat analogous to the activity of Venezuelan gangs.

Legend brings attention to Taliban fighters with U.S. training. Some were evacuated to the United States and then returned to Afghanistan to rejoin the Taliban. These instances amplify concerns about potential for coordinated attacks within the U.S. by individuals moving back and forth between the countries, includin ...

Discussions amongst experts, including Scott Mann, Sarah Adams, and Shawn Ryan, focus on the importance of community and governmental efforts in preparing for and mitigating the threat of terrorist attacks.

Communities and Law Enforcement Must Harden Targets and Plan Responses for Terrorist Attacks

Community preparedness is evident through multiple initiatives aiming to enhance resilience against terror threats.

Threat Assessments, Communication Protocols, First Aid Training, and Veteran Engagement

Scott Mann and others address the need for active community engagement in defense planning. Drawing lessons from past terrorist incidents such as the DC sniper and Mumbai attacks, Mann talks about "The Gathering Storm" project, which encourages community-based preparedness. Sarah Adams emphasizes learning from military veterans who understand combat tactics, including preparations against suicide bombings.

Shawn Ryan and Sarah Adams discuss the importance of integrating first aid training into the community and the value of having medical supplies accessible in public places. They also stress the need to communicate about the availability of these resources so that community members can react effectively in emergencies. Ryan underscores the receptiveness of local law enforcement and collaboration across various sectors, including the involvement of the Department of Higher Education.

Regarding communication during crises, Mann points to the value of using technology like mini Starlinks to maintain open lines and the necessity for compatible communication protocols amongst first responders. Moreover, the tactical expertise of veterans is highlighted, with Ryan sharing experiences from the SEAL teams on developing multiple access efforts for the safety of Olympic venues.

Governments Should Form Independent "Red Cell" Teams For Terrorism Preparedness

The discussion implies support for "Red Cell" teams dedicated to terrorism preparedness, but no explicit mention of it is made in the content provided.

Red Cell Teams Should Involve Diverse Stakeholders, From Law Enforcement to Community Leaders, For a Comprehensive, Community-Driven Approach to Preparedness and Resilience

The conversations indicate a need for a comprehensive, multi-disciplinary approach to community security. Mann suggests that emergency operation centers and sheriffs should have "red cell" teams for threat-based scenario planning. Although specific details of governments forming such teams are not provided, the assimilation of community insights into the assessment and training processes is emphasized. For example, legend McKay cautions that without secure borders and proper vetting, communities could face challenges similar to those e ...