26-year-old Hadi Matar charged with federal terrorism for allegedly attacking Salman Rushdie on behalf of Hezbollah.

26-year-old Hadi Matar, an American of Lebanese descent, faces federal terrorism charges for allegedly attacking author Salman Rushdie in August 2022 on behalf of Hezbollah. Matar, who was already charged with attempted murder and assault in New York, is now charged with providing material support to Hezbollah and committing an act of terrorism transcending national boundaries. If found guilty, he could face life in prison.

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