Los Angeles Woman Arrested for Alleged Arms Trafficking on Behalf of Iranian Government
A Woodland Hills woman has been arrested at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) on charges related to arms trafficking for the Iranian government. Shamim Mafi, a 44-year-old Iranian businesswoman, is accused of helping Iran in the illegal sale of weapons, including drones and bombs, reportedly valued at $70 million destined for Sudan. Federal authorities have claimed she was involved in a scheme to broker these sales while living a lavish lifestyle in Los Angeles. The arrest raises concerns about ongoing arms activities linked to Iran, highlighting the complexities of international arms trafficking.
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