Dual Citizen Indicted for Attempting to Join Hezbollah

Jack Danaher Molloy, a 24-year-old dual U.S.-Irish citizen and former soldier, has been indicted for attempting to join the terrorist organization Hezbollah and for making false statements to federal authorities. Molloy allegedly traveled to Lebanon and Syria in 2024, where he was advised to delay his plans to join Hezbollah. Upon his return to the U.S., he continued his efforts online and expressed violent anti-Semitic sentiments, including a stated desire to 'kill Jews.' Investigators found evidence of his hate speech and inappropriate usernames on social media. He was arrested on December 6, 2024, and faces up to 20 years in prison if convicted. The case highlights ongoing concerns about domestic individuals attempting to support foreign terrorist organizations and promote violence.