Arrest in Iranian Arms Trafficking

Federal prosecutors claim Mafi maintained deep ties to Iran's intelligence elite and operated out of a condo in Woodland Hills.

Neighbors reported a steady stream of suspicious late-night arrivals at her residence prior to the arrest.

The weapons were reportedly intended for the Sudanese Armed Forces, which are currently engaged in a bloody civil war.

Mafi, a lawful permanent resident of the US, faces significant federal charges as investigators continue to probe her international network.

The case highlights the ongoing challenges of enforcing sanctions and preventing the illicit transfer of military hardware.