Accused Extremist Recruiter Awso Peshdary Pleads Guilty to Terrorism-Related Charges

Accused Extremist Recruiter Awso Peshdary Pleads Guilty to Terrorism-Related Charges
Awso Peshdary, who is accused of recruiting for ISIL, is escorted by police as he arrives for a hearing at the Supreme Court of Canada in Ottawa on Aug. 13, 2018. The Canadian Press/Justin Tang
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An accused recruiter for the Islamic State military group has renounced his previous extremism and pleaded guilty to terrorism offences in an Ottawa courtroom.

Awso Peshdary was sentenced to 14 years, but is being credited with time served. He is expected to serve 21 months in jail followed by three years of probation with conditions.