The Shadow Network: What the Arrest of an Iraqi Accused Terrorist Reveals About Global Hybrid Warfare The arrest of Mohammad Baqer Saad Dawood al Saadi, an Iraqi national accused of involvement in nearly 20 alleged terror attacks across the US and Europe, underscores the global threat posed by Iranian backed terrorist organizations.
Beneath this surface level story lies a complex web of alliances, tactics, and motivations that speak to the changing face of hybrid warfare.
One striking aspect of al Saadi's alleged activities is his use of social media for propaganda and recruitment.