3 Iran-backed operatives indicted for alleged role in terror plots

What happened: The Justice Department announced indictments against three Iran-backed operatives accused of plotting an attack on a British Royal Air Force base where U.S. troops are stationed. Why it matters: Attorney General Todd Blanche said anyone who plans a terrorist plot on a military base housing American servicemembers will be prosecuted by the U.S. government. Prosecutors also previously alleged Al-Saadi plotted attacks in the U.S. and was involved in planning attacks in Europe and Canada.

The Justice Department announced indictments against three Iran-backed operatives accused of plotting an attack on a British Royal Air Force base where U.S. troops are stationed.

Attorney General Todd Blanche said anyone who plans a terrorist plot on a military base housing American servicemembers will be prosecuted by the U.S. government. Prosecutors also previously alleged Al-Saadi plotted attacks in the U.S. and was involved in planning attacks in Europe and Canada.