NCIS Deputy Director Louis Ochoa (Esai Morales) advises the Under Secretary of the Navy not to disband the team before returning to Washington permanently.

This arc introduces NCIS Special Agent Fatima Namazi (played by Medalion Rahimi), who provides critical technical support and background on the terrorist cell.

Deeks and Kensi continue to discuss their future, revealing plans to retire from NCIS once Kensi feels ready. Where to Watch "NCIS: Los Angeles" Smokescreen, Part II (TV Episode 2019)

as airport mechanics to identify suspect baggage handlers.

As the investigation progresses, the team realizes the initial theater bombing was a "smokescreen" for a larger, more imminent threat at a nearby airport. The episode culminates in a high-stakes sequence where: