US Intelligence Warns Of Possible Terror Attack On Gatherings

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) issued a dire warning of potential threats on U.S. soil. This followed the tragic terrorist attack on a Moscow concert venue that claimed over a hundred lives. 

The cautionary bulletin specifically cited possible targets such as sporting events, concerts and places of worship.

The Moscow concert was attacked on March 22 in a tragedy that claimed at least 144 lives and injured more than 550 celebrants. Terrorist organization ISIS claimed responsibility and lauded the heavy loss of life in Russia. 

According to last week’s bulletin, ISIS terrorists encouraged their sympathizers to carry out similar attacks in the U.S. and other Western nations.

There are widespread concerns that radicals in the U.S. will respond to the call. The situation is worsened by the Biden administration’s indefensible policy of allowing millions of unvetted military-aged males into the country.

The bulletin cautioned that groups of ISIS operatives or “lone wolf” actors could carry out a terror plot similar to the Moscow atrocity. Terrorists urged even those who are not members of the insidious group to act in their name. 

The Moscow atrocity was preceded by cautions from the city’s U.S. Embassy warning American citizens to be careful in large gatherings. Intelligence indicated that a possible attack was imminent in a crowded public setting.

A State Department official noted the U.S. followed its “duty to warn” policy and issued the statement on March 7. It advised American citizens to refrain from large gatherings for 48 hours due to intelligence concerning “imminent plans” for an attack.

Nine people, all identified as citizens of Tajikistan, were arrested after gunmen opened fire on the musical gathering and then set the building on fire.

A particular word of caution came from Sen. Tom Cotton (R-AR). The lawmaker expressed his fear “that ISIS from Afghanistan will end up targeting Americans sooner rather than later.” 

The Republican noted that “we have millions of Americans who live or travel abroad throughout Europe and Asia, embassies, businesses there, so I’m deeply worried.”