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US arrest raises fears Iran uses proxies outside region

The arrest of Mohammad al-Saadi in the US has prompted concerns Iran may work with proxy groups to stage attacks beyond the Middle East.
WHO: United States
WHAT: Mohammad al-Saadi was arrested in the United States, raising concerns about Iran working with proxy groups to stage attacks outside the region.
WHEN: May 16, 2026 at 12:56 PM ET
WHERE: USA
WHY: The arrest of Mohammad al-Saadi in the United States raised concerns about Iran’s potential coordination with its proxies for attacks outside the Middle East.

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