Federal authorities have arrested Mahmoud Amin Ya'qub Al-Muhtadi, a man living in Louisiana, for allegedly participating in the October 7, 2023 attack on Israel and lying about his involvement when applying for a United States visa. According to a criminal complaint, Al-Muhtadi was a senior member of a Gaza-based group that coordinated with Hamas during the deadly assault, which resulted in over 1,200 deaths and the kidnapping of more than 250 people. Investigators say Al-Muhtadi armed himself, gathered a group, and crossed into Israel to assist in the attack, later entering the United States as a legal resident after denying any links to terrorism. Evidence from social media, phone records, and witness statements suggest he played a leadership role in the group and was involved in planning and executing attacks. Al-Muhtadi now faces charges of visa fraud and conspiracy to support a terrorist organization, with officials promising further investigation and prosecution.