A US military aircraft carrying 104 Indian deportees landed in Amritsar on Wednesday, marking the first batch of Indians deported by the US government. The deportees hailed from various states including Haryana (33), Gujarat (33), Punjab (30), Maharashtra (3), Uttar Pradesh (3), and Chandigarh (2) Notably, the group included 19 women and 13 minors. This deportation is part of the Trump administration's crackdown on illegal immigration, which was announced last month.
New Year’s Violence Rattles U.S.
The United States ushered in 2025 with two tragic incidents that have heightened concerns about domestic terrorism.
New Orleans Attack
In the early hours of New Year's Day, a 42-year-old U.S. Army veteran, Shamsud-Din Jabbar, drove a rented Ford pickup truck into a crowd on Bourbon Street in New Orleans, resulting in 15 fatalities. Authorities have labeled the act as inspired by Islamic State ideology. Prior to the attack, Jabbar posted videos on social media expressing his intent to kill and allegiance to Islamic State. The group's black flag was found attached to his vehicle. Upon confrontation, Jabbar fired at police officers, who responded by fatally shooting him. Investigators discovered additional explosive devices in the French Quarter, indicating a broader threat.
Las Vegas Explosion
Hours after the New Orleans tragedy, a Tesla Cybertruck exploded outside the Trump International Hotel in Las Vegas, killing the driver and injuring seven others. The vehicle, rented in Colorado, had been observed driving along Las Vegas Boulevard before parking briefly at the hotel, where it detonated. Authorities found fuel canisters and large firework mortars in the truck's bed but are still investigating the exact cause of the explosion. The driver's identity and motives remain under investigation.
Potential Connections and Ongoing Investigations
Both vehicles involved in these incidents were rented through the same car-sharing app, Turo, prompting investigators to explore potential links between the two attacks. Federal authorities had previously issued warnings about the increased risk of lone-wolf and small-group terrorism, especially during the holiday season, influenced by global conflicts and extremist propaganda. The FBI is actively investigating Jabbar's connections to terrorist organizations and searching for any accomplices. Meanwhile, the Las Vegas incident is being scrutinized for possible ties to the New Orleans attack, though officials currently consider it an isolated event.
These back-to-back tragedies have cast a somber shadow over the nation's New Year celebrations, prompting law enforcement agencies nationwide to reassess security measures and counter-terrorism strategies. Authorities continue to urge vigilance and public awareness as inve
stigations proceed.
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