In a significant national security development, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has arrested a former member of Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) who has openly admitted to having connections with Hezbollah, the Iran-backed terrorist organization.

The individual, whose identity has not been officially disclosed for security reasons, was taken into custody during a targeted ICE enforcement operation. According to federal authorities, the suspect previously served in the IRGC, a powerful military and intelligence wing of the Iranian regime, which the United States formally designated as a foreign terrorist organization in 2019.

During the investigation, ICE officials discovered that the suspect had not only served in the IRGC but also acknowledged direct links to Hezbollah, the Lebanese militant group notorious for its involvement in terrorist activities across the Middle East and beyond. Hezbollah has long been recognized by the U.S. as a proxy force for Iran, known for carrying out attacks against American allies and interests.

Law enforcement sources said the arrest came after months of surveillance, intelligence sharing, and background investigations that revealed troubling associations. The individual had reportedly entered the United States under unclear circumstances, raising serious concerns about the screening process and potential national security threats.

“This arrest sends a clear message: the United States will not be a safe haven for individuals with ties to terrorist organizations,” said a senior ICE official. “We are committed to identifying, locating, and removing anyone who poses a danger to public safety and national security.”

The suspect is now in federal custody pending deportation proceedings and potential criminal charges. The Department of Homeland Security has stated that further investigations are ongoing and additional arrests could follow.

This incident underscores the importance of vigilant border and immigration enforcement in a time of escalating global tensions.