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Afghan Ally Arrested: Support for ISIS-K Sparks Debate

12/7/2025

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Jaan Shah Safi, an Afghan man arrested in Virginia, is accused by the Department of Homeland Security of supporting the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS-K).
The arrest follows a shooting in Washington, raising questions about vetting of Afghans under Operation Allies Welcome.
Critics say Safi fought the Taliban and ISIS and is being unfairly targeted.
Supporters say Safi is a loyal U.S. ally and fear deportation to Afghanistan.

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Jaan Shah Safi, an Afghan man arrested in Virginia, is accused by the Department of Homeland Security of supporting the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS-K).
The arrest follows a shooting in Washington, raising questions about vetting of Afghans under Operation Allies Welcome.
Critics say Safi fought the Taliban and ISIS and is being unfairly targeted.
Supporters say Safi is a loyal U.S. ally and fear deportation to Afghanistan.