The ghost of Khobar Towers still clings to the humid air, twenty-eight years on. Nineteen American airmen and servicemembers ripped apart by a truck bomb, a blast that echoed far beyond the gates of that military housing complex in Dhahran, Saudi Arabia. And one of the men the FBI believes orchestrated that carnage is walking among us, possibly right here in Washington D.C. Ibrahim Salih Mohammed Al-Yacoub, born in Tarut, Saudi Arabia in 1966, remains at large, a phantom in a case steeped in international terror and unanswered questions.
Al-Yacoub is accused of being a key player in the 1996 attack, allegedly a member of Saudi Hizballah, funneling resources and planning the operation that turned a quiet evening into a nightmare. The charges are a litany of horrors: conspiracy to kill U.S. nationals, murder with a destructive device, attempted murder of federal employees, and the chilling use of weapons of mass destruction. He’s described as approximately five foot four, around 150 pounds, with brown eyes and black hair – a relatively unremarkable appearance that makes him all the more difficult to spot in a crowd. But don’t mistake unassuming for harmless. Law enforcement considers Al-Yacoub armed and dangerous.
The trail went cold years ago, but the hunt hasn’t. The FBI believes Al-Yacoub slipped into the United States, seeking refuge in the shadows. The motivation? Revenge, ideology, a twisted sense of purpose. He’s a ghost with a past, a man who traded lives for a cause, and he’s been evading justice for nearly three decades. The weight of those nineteen lost lives, the families shattered, hangs heavy on this case. It’s a wound that refuses to heal, a constant reminder of the vulnerabilities we face.
The U.S. Department of State is offering a substantial reward – up to $5 million – for information leading to Al-Yacoub’s apprehension or conviction. Five million dollars for a name, a location, a piece of information that could finally bring closure to the victims’ families and hold this alleged terrorist accountable. It’s a significant sum, but the real price is the peace of mind knowing that a dangerous individual is no longer a threat.
If you have any information, no matter how small, regarding the whereabouts of Ibrahim Salih Mohammed Al-Yacoub, contact the FBI immediately. Don’t wait. Don’t hesitate. A phone call could be the key to finally closing this dark chapter. The FBI tip line is 1-800-CALL-FBI (1-800-225-5324) or submit your tip online at tips.fbi.gov. Let’s bring this ghost to justice.
🔠Key Facts
| Full Name | Ibrahim Salih Mohammed Al-Yacoub |
| Charges | Conspiracy to Kill U.S. Nationals; Conspiracy to Murder U.S. Employees; Conspiracy to Use Weapons of Mass Destruction Against U.S. Nationals; Conspiracy to Destroy Property of the U.S.; Conspiracy to Attack National Defense Utilities; Bombing Resulting in Death; Use of Weapons of Mass Destruction Against U.S. Nationals; Murder While Using Destructive Device During a Crime of Violence; Murder of Federal Employees; Attempted Murder of Federal Employees |
| Aliases | None known |
| Date of Birth | October 16, 1966 |
| Race / Sex | Unknown / Male |
| Nationality | Saudi Arabian |
| Height | 5’4″ |
| Weight | 150 lbs |
| Eyes / Hair | brown / black |
| Scars & Marks | None known |
| Location | Washington D.C. |
📋 Source: FBI Most Wanted — Ibrahim Salih Mohammed Al-Yacoub
If you have information about this fugitive, contact your local FBI field office or submit a tip at tips.fbi.gov.
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