The attack in New Orleans, which claimed at least 10 lives and injured 35 others, has been classified as an 'act of terrorism' by the FBI due to its violent and ideologically-driven nature, carried out by Shamsud Din Jabbar, who was found dead at the scene alongside an ISIS flag. This incident specifically underscores the threat of domestic terrorism interconnected with international extremist influences, highlighting the pressing need for vigilance against such attacks.
According to authorities, the attacker Jabbar, 42, dressed in military gear, not only drove a pickup truck into a large crowd on Mardi Gras' Bourbon Street but also engaged in gunfire against police officers, injuring two. The FBI’s classification of the incident reflects a clear connection to terrorism, given that it was ideologically motivated and aimed to instill fear among civilians, further complicating the landscape of security during festive events.
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