Blood-stained journal of Ahmad Khan Rahimi

Newly released pages from the blood-stained notebook of Ahmad Khan Rahimi, the suspect in bombings in New York City and New Jersey, contain an apparent reference to a high-ranking ISIS leader killed in August 2016. The reference to Abu Muhammad al-Adnani is significant because of what he told his followers before his death.

Ahmad Khan Rahimi's journal

Rahimi, 28, appears to ask for “guidance” from “Brother Adnani,” who wanted to “attack the kuffar” – or disbelievers – “in their backyard.”

Ahmad Khan Rahimi's journal

Rahimi’s notebook also suggests he was influenced by a variety of terrorist groups, including Al Qaeda and Boko Haram.

Ahmad Khan Rahimi's journal

Investigators continue to search the Rahimi family home for evidence.

Ahmad Khan Rahimi's journal

Rahimi has so far been charged with crimes that include use of weapons of mass destruction. 

Ahmad Khan Rahimi's journal

“My heart I pray to the beautiful wise ALLAH. To not take JIHAD Away from. I beg.” 

Ahmad Khan Rahimi's journal

The journal was pierced by a bullet. 

Ahmad Khan Rahimi's journal

“Everything had to be done Quietly and I had to Lie to Cover my Tracks.” 

Ahmad Khan Rahimi's journal

“You [USA Government] Continue your onslaught against Mujahideen...”