Khalid Sheikh Mohammed: Quick Facts
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Supreme Court rejects effort to revive Khalid Sheikh Mohammed plea deal
• Oct. 19, 2026, 10:51 AM ET (AP)
Facts
| Also Known As | KSM |
|---|---|
| Born | March 1, 1964 or April 14, 1965 • Kuwait • Kuwait |
| Role In | September 11 attacks • World Trade Center bombing of 1993 |
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