US FBI Director: Foiled ISIS Terror Plot in New York

The U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) announced the thwarting of a terrorist plot inspired by the “Daesh” (ISIS) group, which targeted the Capitol building in Albany, the capital of New York state, and aimed at members of the state legislature. The operation led to the arrest of a U.S. citizen named Jessica Boy, 35. Investigations revealed that she conducted reconnaissance of the site, gathered materials used in the manufacture of explosives, and studied potential security vulnerabilities to carry out the attack. According to authorities, the plot had reached an advanced stage before security agencies intervened, underscoring the decisive action taken to apprehend her and ensure the safety of the facility and its staff.