The person at the center of this case
Current and former United States Government officials (targeted)
Cold Case · Open
90 days waiting
MOHAMMAD MAHDI KHANPOUR ARDESTANI
Justice for Current and former United States Government officials (targeted) — the trail went cold in 2026, but the truth hasn't.
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suspect
Lead #1Where is Mohammad Mahdi Khanpour Ardestani currently located, and what is his operational status?
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person
Lead #2Who are the individuals recruited by Ardestani for lethal targeting operations against U.S. officials?
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person
Lead #3What individuals were recruited for surveillance activities targeting religious sites and businesses?
Mohammad Mahdi Khanpour Ardestani, an Iranian intelligence officer, is wanted for questioning in connection with recruiting individuals in the United States for operations including lethal targeting of current and former U.S. government officials as retaliation for the killing of IRGC-QF Commander Qasem Soleimani. He also allegedly recruited individuals for surveillance of religious sites, businesses, and other facilities across the country. The case remains active as authorities seek information on his whereabouts and network of operatives within the United States.
Case
#458
United States
Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) - Miami Field Office
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location
Lead #4What specific religious sites, businesses, and facilities in the United States were targeted for surveillance?
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Lead #5What are Ardestani's known connections in Iran and Venezuela, and who facilitated his recruitment network?
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Source Narrative
Mohammad Mahdi Khanpour Ardestani, an Iranian intelligence officer, is wanted for questioning in connection with the recruitment of individuals for various operations in the United States, to include lethal targeting of current and former United States Government officials as revenge for the killing of IRGC-QF Commander Qasem Soleimani. Ardestani also reportedly recruited individuals for surveillance activities focused on religious sites, businesses, and other facilities in the United States.
Ardestani acted or purported to act for or on behalf of, directly or indirectly, Iran’s Ministry of Intelligence and Security. Remarks: Ardestani has ties to or may visit Iran and Venezuela.
Case Information
Incident:March 15, 2026
Last Updated:June 7, 2026
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Case Information
Incident:March 15, 2026
Last Updated:June 7, 2026