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U.S. Arrests Third Suspect in Benghazi Attack After Nine Years

2/6/2026

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Attorney General Pam Bondi announced the arrest of Zubayr al-Bakoush in the Benghazi attack that killed four Americans.
He was extradited to the United States.
He will face charges including murder, arson, and terrorism.
Al-Bakoush is the third person charged in the incident.
The arrest marks the first significant action by the United States regarding the attack in nearly nine years.

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Story summary

Attorney General Pam Bondi announced the arrest of Zubayr al-Bakoush in the Benghazi attack that killed four Americans.
He was extradited to the United States.
He will face charges including murder, arson, and terrorism.
Al-Bakoush is the third person charged in the incident.
The arrest marks the first significant action by the United States regarding the attack in nearly nine years.