February 29, 2008 PM Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Pakistan) Bombs targeting police kill at least 37 in Pakistan -- Suicide bomber targets funeral of policeman in militant-ridden northwest - at least 50 wounded - update http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/February/subcontinent_February940.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (Afghanistan) NATO chief disputes U.S. view of Afghan control http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080229/ts_nm/afghan_nato_usa_dc_1;_ylt=Arb74MONmZE64LBoINi_TfrOVooA (Afghanistan) Thriving Taliban drugs show Afghan woes http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080229/ap_on_go_ot/grim_afghanistan_2;_ylt=Ahb8wsKXwHBAuzm4zN8a4y7OVooA (Afghanistan) Taliban threaten to step up attacks on British forces after 'Royal aggression' by Prince Harry http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/uk/article3458809.ece Al-Qaida sympathizers call on Taliban to hunt down Prince Harry http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1204213991374&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (U.S.) Connecticut: Prosecutors rest in Navy terrorism case -- Hassan Abu-Jihaad - prosecutors played secretly taped phone conversations showing coded speech http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080229/ap_on_re_us/navy_terror_13;_ylt=AoMIRi9_kVaIOsCUWtFqudMTv5UB (U.S.) IPT News: Georgetown to Congressman: Don't Worry About Our Petrodollars http://www.investigativeproject.org/article/614 (Morocco) Anti-terrorist judge jails 35 suspects in Morocco - update http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080229/wl_africa_afp/moroccoattacksarrests_080229190650;_ylt=AgqIaA7fBTWT8HL1IakB8b4Tv5UB Italy: Islamist extremism "here for many decades" says top anti-terror magistrate http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1928421319 (Norway) Police claim evidence against terror suspects - funneling money to finance terrorism in Somalia http://www.aftenposten.no/english/local/article2286018.ece Swedish court detains 2 men suspected of terror crimes - update http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/29/europe/EU-GEN-Scandinavia-Terror-Financing.php Spain to extradite 'dirty war' suspect Ricardo Miguel Cavallo to Argentina http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080229/ap_on_re_eu/spain_argentina_dirty_war_1;_ylt=Av4UkoQp03wEbsGzK5KXdyQTv5UB (UK) British Muslims: "it depends if war is seen as a good cause" - some question motives in fight against Taliban http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/uk/article3463502.ece Other News: Iran to Punish Apostasy with Death http://www.spiegel.de/international/world/0,1518,538466,00.html Egyptian film fest bans Danish, Dutch http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2008/02/29/egyptian_film_fest_bans_danish_dutch/5951/ Danish editorial cartoonist in hiding http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2008/02/29/danish_editorial_cartoonist_in_hiding/7673/ Turkey Classifying Not Revising Hadith http://www.islamonline.net/servlet/Satellite?c=Article_C&cid=1203757550116&pagename=Zone-English-News/NWELayout (U.S.) Nevada: Man critical after ricin find in Las Vegas http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080229/ap_on_re_us/motel_hazardous_material February 29, 2008 Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Iraq) 'Chemical Ali' execution OK'd in Iraq http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080229/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq_execution_9;_ylt=AnvAA9x3JLNk00VPS9A8KJZX6GMA (Afghanistan) Taliban blow up Afghan phone tower - in the Zhari district of Kandahar province http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080229/ap_on_re_as/afghan_phone_threat_1;_ylt=AlUP4S9sh_3hxdRIiRXj.ezOVooA (Pakistan) Four policemen killed, two injured in Pak blast - in Lakki Marwat, a town bordering North Waziristan tribal district http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/World/Pakistan/Four_policemen_killed_two_injured_in_Pak_blast/articleshow/2826798.cms http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080229/wl_sthasia_afp/pakistanunrestpolice_080229084409;_ylt=AnWT_h.jUONfShcJyD2J9nbzPukA http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/February/subcontinent_February932.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (Pakistan) Anti-Musharraf front woos Islamists http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/pakistan;_ylt=Aqo_TZ0stA7tgcNi00ww5sHzPukA http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/P/PAKISTAN?SITE=FLTAM&SECTION=HOME (Pakistan) U.S. rejects talks with Islamic militants http://www.dispatch.com/live/content/national_world/stories/2008/02/29/Pakistan_MCT_0229.ART_ART_02-29-08_A9_6C9GAME.html?sid=101 (Pakistan) Four militants nabbed, 10 suspects released in Swat http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\02\29\story_29-2-2008_pg7_17 (Pakistan) Militants' houses destroyed -- in the Mazeedkhel area of the Darra town http://www.dawn.com/2008/02/29/top9.htm (Pakistan) Egyptian al Qaeda leader reported killed in South Waziristan airstrike -- update on Wednesday night airstrike http://www.longwarjournal.org/archives/2008/02/egyptian_al_qaeda_le.php (India J&K) Four insurgents killed in Kashmir http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1075427 (India) Bangalore terror suspect Yahya undergoes narco test http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Bangalore_terror_suspect_Yahya_undergoes_narco_test/articleshow/2827310.cms (U.S.) South Carolina Pipe Bomb Case: Judge says USF student evidence can be used http://www.myfoxtampabay.com/myfox/pages/News/Detail?contentId=5904718&version=1&locale=EN-US&layoutCode=TSTY&pageId=3.1.1 Iran sanctions expected Saturday http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/un_iran_nuclear;_ylt=Ar0ReIcVYCERdaoPew5lEa9Sw60A (Iran) US: IAEA report raises questions on Iran http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080229/ap_on_re_mi_ea/nuclear_iran_us_1;_ylt=AknqfKEZaW6jDOKunoGJ1a9Sw60A (Lebanon) Hezbollah Rejects US Ships Off Lebanon http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/L/LEBANON_US?SITE=FLTAM&SECTION=HOME (Syria/Lebanon) US sends 3 warships to Syria, Lebanon - update http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2008/February/middleeast_February345.xml§ion=middleeast&col= (Gaza) Hamas fires 5 rockets into Israel (my title) - misfire injures 5 in Gaza - 9 Palestinians injured in IAF airstrikes - and Israeli woman wounded as Kassam rocket slams into Sderot home http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1204213987981&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Gaza) IDF targets two terror cells in northern Gaza operation http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1204213987160&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Hamas calls on world's Muslims to protest against 'Israeli massacre' http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1204213987354&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Israel prepares for assault on Gaza http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1204127200827&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Israel) Home Front Command prepares Ashkelon for rockets http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1204213988156&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull 'Israel foils attack on Dimona reactor' -- British sources state senior employee plotted attack http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1204213987668&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (West Bank) IDF arrests six terror suspects in West Bank overnight http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1204213986520&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Nigerian militant group says government restricting access to imprisoned leader http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/29/africa/AF-GEN-Nigeria-Oil-Unrest.php Turkey pulls troops out of northern Iraq http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080229/ts_nm/turkey_iraq_dc_59;_ylt=AqwGyZWGDby311v3i3w6JupX6GMA European judges thwart attempts to deport foreign terrorist suspects -- European Court of Human Rights ruled against Italy in deporting Nassim Saadi to Tunisia, may impact UK efforts to deport Abu Qatada to Jordan http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/politics/article3455996.ece (Italy) Intelligence Services: Al-Qaeda is losing support http://www.agi.it/italy/news/200802291435-cro-ren0045-art.html (UK) Terror hotspots map of Britain http://www.channel4.com/news/articles/politics/domestic_politics/terror+hotspots+map+of+britain/1675347 (UK) Britain withdraws Prince Harry from Afghanistan http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/February/subcontinent_February936.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (UK) He's a high-value target, says UK Muslim leader http://www.dailyexpress.co.uk/posts/view/36507 (Spain) Bomb explodes at Socialist party office in Basque country, no injuries http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/29/europe/EU-GEN-Spain-ETA-Bomb.php http://www.expatica.com/es/articles/news/Bomb-damages-Basque-party-office-during-Spanish-election-campaign.html Belgium: Police to explain terrorism policy in mosques http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/02/belgium-police-to-explain-terrorism.html (Indonesia) Bali bomb lawyer demands move http://www.theaustralian.news.com.au/story/0,25197,23294228-2703,00.html (Indonesia) Islamic militants' publications thriving in Indonesia http://www.iht.com/articles/2008/02/29/asia/indo.php (Indonesia) Escaped JI leader may head to Indonesia: experts - Mas Selamat Kastari http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080228/wl_nm/singapore_militant_dc_2;_ylt=AgXsL9Gv.MbNDToj5JXpY6PaHXcA Interpol alert follows suspect escape - in Singapore of Jemaah Islamiah (JI) leader Mas Selamat Kastari http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080229/ap_on_re_as/singapore_terror_suspect_6;_ylt=AmqiTiU7bHmxjagyEt_jS50Tv5UB (Australia) Acquittal ordered in Sydney car bomb plot case - Muslim convert Jill Allison Courtney plotted to place bomb in Sydney nightspot - for marriage to Hussan Kalache http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,23297056-29277,00.html http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2006/03/26/woman_held_in_australian_bomb_plot/ (Sri Lanka) LTTE suicide bomber killed, eight injured in Colombo blast http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1075361 Other News: Commentary: The MSA: Segregation Not Integration -- by Robert Spencer http://frontpagemagazine.com/Articles/Read.aspx?GUID=3D713728-A526-456D-9356-C1A6A380FF80 (Netherlands) Dutch film to slam Islam http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080229/FOREIGN/94761181/1001 (Netherlands) Foreign Minister Verhagen warns Wilders not to release film http://www.expatica.com/nl/articles/news/Verhagen-warns-Wilders-not-to-release-film.html Islamists protest republication of "blasphemous" caricatures in Danish papers http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1887972&Language=en (Germany) Danish art show shut after Muslim threat http://news.ninemsn.com.au/article.aspx?id=386164 Denmark: Other Kurt Westergaards suffer from threats http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/02/denmark-other-kurt-westergaards-suffer.html Denmark: Immigrant children learn to hate http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/02/denmark-immigrant-children-learn-to.html (Europe) Muslim population in European prisons http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/02/muslim-population-in-european-prisons.html Norway: Who's responsible for Palestinian suffering? http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/02/norway-whos-responsible-for-palestinian.html German rescue from honor killing http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/programmes/from_our_own_correspondent/7268701.stm Moroccan Satirist Bziz Bound, Gagged on Al-Jazeera TV – To Mock Arab League Resolution Limiting Freedom of Speech on TV http://memri.org/bin/latestnews.cgi?ID=SD185508 Salafism and Cracks appear in the monolith http://www.theaustralian.news.com.au/story/0,25197,23297829-2703,00.html (U.S.) Toxin ricin found in Las Vegas hotel room: media - believed not related to terrorism http://www.cnn.com/2008/US/02/29/ricin.hotel/index.html http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080229/ts_nm/usa_ricin_dc_1;_ylt=AmG42hJLxWLGsvWTXm72Y.sTv5UB February 28, 2008 PM Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Iraq) Two Iraqi policemen killed, six civilians injured in attacks in Mosul http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1075269 (Northern Iraq) Kurdish rebels: 200 Turkish soldiers surrounded by PKK in Iraq http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1204213983004&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Pakistan) U.S. denies firing missile that killed Jihadists in remote Pakistan http://www.cnn.com/2008/WORLD/asiapcf/02/28/pakistan.missile/index.html (Pakistan) Aid Groups in Pakistan Pack Up After Execution-Style Attack http://blogs.abcnews.com/theblotter/2008/02/aid-groups-in-p.html (Afghanistan) UK's Prince Harry fighting Taliban: defense ministry http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080228/wl_uk_afp/britainroyalsafghanistanmilitary_080228183956;_ylt=AugwSRCE98jd.Ti31oBLO6jOVooA (India) J&K police, CRPF to have greater role in anti-militancy ops http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/JK_police_CRPF_to_have_greater_role_in_anti-militancy_ops/articleshow/2823812.cms (U.S.) Connecticut: Prosecutors: Documents matched ship path -- Hassan Abu-Jihaad trial update http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080228/ap_on_re_us/navy_terror_11;_ylt=AvM1cqpyX8ZWt13rga1zZd4Tv5UB (Lebanon) U.S. sends warship off Lebanon coast - Show of support amid Beirut's political crisis http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080228/ts_nm/lebanon_usa_warship_dc;_ylt=ArcyshXzSf2fO8g6Q61jFQOs0NUE (Syria) U.S. Treasury Designates Members of Abu Ghadiyah's Network - 4 individuals facilitating & controlling flow of money, weapons, terrorists, through Syria to al Qaida in Iraq http://www.treas.gov/press/releases/hp845.htm (Israel) Would-be female teen bomber arrested in Jerusalem http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1204213982883&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Palestinian Islamic Jihad claims responsibility for Qassam attack on Sderot http://www.ynetnews.com/articles/0,7340,L-3512701,00.html Hamas intensifies rocket war -- Targets deeper as Israel fails to halt devastating onslaughts http://www.worldnetdaily.com/index.php?fa=PAGE.view&pageId=57600 (Gaza) Violence in and around Gaza escalates http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/28/news/Israel-Palestinians.php (Gaza) International troops headed for Gaza? Olmert weighs allowing NATO to protect Israel http://www.worldnetdaily.com/index.php?fa=PAGE.view&pageId=57523 Algeria army surrounds Maghreb Qaeda chief - papers http://africa.reuters.com/top/news/usnBAN856556.html?rpc=401& (Morocco) Alleged terror suspects face prosecutor in Morocco -- 35 alleged members of an Islamic extremist terrorist movement http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080228/wl_africa_afp/moroccoattacksarrests_080228211212;_ylt=AmF_Aoq7x808Ykw3s8vi0G0Tv5UB (Columbia) Freed Colombian hostage says 3 US comrades ailing -- held by FARC http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Top_Headlines/Freed_Colombian_hostage_says_3_US_comrades_ailing/articleshow/2821357.cms http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080228/ap_on_re_la_am_ca/colombia_us_hostages Other News: EU justice chief proposes Europe-wide protection for ex-Dutch lawmaker Hirsi Ali http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/28/europe/EU-GEN-EU-Hirsi-Ali.php 'Muslim' flap stirs al Qaeda message board -- Evan Kohlmann quoted http://firstread.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2008/02/28/713681.aspx UK computer store discovers confidential government CD wedged inside laptop -- bought on eBay http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/28/europe/EU-GEN-Britain-Secret-CD.php (U.S.) Illinois: Building explodes in Waukegan - shopping plaza explosion - cause unknown - People's Gas first received notification around 12 noon http://www.suburbanchicagonews.com/newssun/817929,WA28_BLAST_WEB_022808.article http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080228/ap_on_re_us/plaza_explosion Propaganda: Commentary: The Fading Jihadists by David Ignatius http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2008/02/27/AR2008022703179.html?hpid=opinionsbox1 http://www.realclearpolitics.com/articles/2008/02/threat_of_terrorism_may_be_ove.html February 28, 2008 Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Iraq) Sunni forces losing patience with U.S. -- Citing lack of support, frustrated Iraqi volunteers are abandoning posts http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/23382421/ Afghan police kill 29 Taliban militants - clashes in Helmand province http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080228/wl_afp/afghanistanunrestdrugstaliban_080228125525;_ylt=AgRw9Xf0TSsP8.CgpzefSzjOVooA (Afghanistan) Karzai only controls 1/3 of Afghanistan -- per US DNI Michael McConnell http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080228/ap_on_go_ot/terrorist_threats_11;_ylt=Ap12zqsxl8gmUvpDnuTvoufOVooA (Afghanistan) Intelligence chief: Taliban making gains in Afghanistan http://edition.cnn.com/2008/POLITICS/02/27/afghan.assessment/ (Pakistan) Missile strike on Pakistan militant hideout kills 13 -- Azam Warsak village in South Waziristan http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080228/wl_sthasia_afp/pakistanafghanistanunrest_080228133845;_ylt=AnXaR5KYo9Gu7Kchcnn491HzPukA Report: "Pakistan: Airstrike in northwest 'carried out by US pilotless drone'" -- report by Pakistan's Geo TV news http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1922330699 (Pakistan) In northwestern Pakistan, where militants rule http://news.yahoo.com/s/csm/20080228/ts_csm/ofata (Pakistan) U.S. Defense Secretary Gates cautions Pakistan on deal with insurgents http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\02\28\story_28-2-2008_pg1_11 (Pakistan) Police arrest 3 terror suspects carrying suicide jackets in Jhang http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\02\28\story_28-2-2008_pg7_3 http://www.dawn.com/2008/02/28/top9.htm (Pakistan) Police post near Peshawar attacked, set ablaze http://www.dawn.com/2008/02/28/top15.htm (Pakistan) Sherpao attack accused killed -- Abdul Siar, mastermind of suicide bombings killed http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\02\28\story_28-2-2008_pg7_6 (Pakistan) Zawahiri confirms Al-Libi killed in North Waziristan http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\02\28\story_28-2-2008_pg1_12 Indian Lawyers to Defend Terror Suspects - in Uttar Pradesh courts bombing http://ap.google.com/article/ALeqM5j3rc1k28gtHJwbawrZM2LwZFn7HAD8V391LG0 (India) Clerics' terror stand triggers debate http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/India/Clerics_terror_stand_triggers_debate/articleshow/2821224.cms (U.S.) Al Qaeda has increased its operational reach: American Intelligence http://www.thaindian.com/newsportal/world-news/al-qaeda-has-increased-its-operational-reach-american-intelligence_10021978.html (U.S.) Connecticut: Navy Says Leak Posed A Threat -- Hassan Abu-Jihaad trial http://www.courant.com/news/local/nh/hc-digbrf0228.art16feb28,0,3883954.story (U.S.) Connecticut: Top Official Testifies in Navy Case -- Hassan Abu-Jihaad trial http://www.courant.com/news/nationworld/nation/wire/sns-ap-navy-terror,0,914619.story (U.S.) Minnesota: Terror suspect has most serious charges dropped - terror suspect Mohamed Kamal Elzahabi charges of false statements to FBI dropped http://www.startribune.com/local/16059307.html (U.S.) The ABC's of Radical Islam -- by Steven Emerson http://www.investigativeproject.org/article/613 -- Related ABC article defining "Jihad" http://abcnews.go.com/Primetime/WhatWouldYouDo/story?id=4339516&page=1 (U.S.) ABC pushes Islamic victimhood http://www.jihadwatch.org/dhimmiwatch/archives/020113.php http://abcnews.go.com/Primetime/WhatWouldYouDo/story?id=4339476&page=1 (U.S.) Bush names liaison to Organization of the Islamic Conference -- Sada Cumber -- OIC supports Sharia law http://www.buffalonews.com/nationalworld/national/story/286963.html http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Organization_of_the_Islamic_Conference http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cairo_Declaration_on_Human_Rights_in_Islam (U.S.) Bush pressures Congress on FISA http://www.cnn.com/2008/POLITICS/02/28/bush/index.html (Iran) New sanctions against Iran likely soon http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080228/ap_on_re_mi_ea/un_iran_sanctions_2;_ylt=AlbHyyVJoT0OPJxvvEiqh9hSw60A (Iran) A Blow to Nuclear Bomb Making of Ayatollahs in Iran http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,333291,00.html Iran agents 'sabotaging' anti-Qaeda groups: Iraq intel chief http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080227/wl_mideast_afp/iraqunrestiran_080227145602;_ylt=A9G_RmZPfcVHjlYBJRFX6GMA (Gaza) Blast reported near home of Hamas PM http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/23389245/ Hamas could expand rocket range to 20 kilometers (12 miles) this year: security official http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/28/africa/ME-GEN-Israel-Hamas-Rockets.php (Fatah) Abbas Says Terrorist Path is Impractical - "Now" http://www.israelnationalnews.com/News/News.aspx/125406 Pardoned Fatah terrorists caught red-handed - Gunmen who received amnesty were on their way to carry out attacks http://www.worldnetdaily.com/index.php?fa=PAGE.view&pageId=57466 (Israel) Ashkelon Under Rocket Attack -- more than 25 rockets and mortar shells from Gaza on Israel on Thursday -- 24 hospitalized http://www.israelnationalnews.com/News/News.aspx/125409 (Israel) 17 suffer shock as Grad rocket slams into Ashkelon home http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1204127198554&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Israel) 2 Kassam rockets strike open areas in western Negev http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1204127196178&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Israel) IDF kills 5 Palestinian gunmen during overnight ops in Gaza, Nablus http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1204127195886&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Israel steps up pressure on Hamas, killing 8 http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/28/africa/ME-GEN-Israel-Palestinians.php (Israel) IDF troops arrests 12 Palestinians during West Bank ops http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1204127195834&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull MEMRI: "Saudi Arabia's Anti-Terror Campaign" http://memri.org/bin/latestnews.cgi?ID=IA42508 Egypt arrests five from Muslim Brotherhood http://africa.reuters.com/top/news/usnBAN852041.html Morocco's unlikely group of terrorism suspects http://www.latimes.com/news/nationworld/world/la-fg-morocco27feb27,1,1672033.story?ctrack=1&cset=true (Algeria) U.S. may sign Guantanamo accord with Algeria: agency http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080227/ts_nm/rights_guantanamo_algeria_dc_1;_ylt=Aj.NU1gcABTd1CPPvS.lB6h6CC8A Sweden and Norway hold suspects after terror raids - detain 6 after raids in Oslo and Stockholm http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080228/wl_nm/sweden_security_dc_2;_ylt=Au6IWO_uN8hm9LYPi0Q.kQ4Tv5UB -- Swedish report by The Local http://www.thelocal.se/10152/20080228/ -- Norway report by Aftenposten http://www.aftenposten.no/english/local/article2282983.ece -- Reuters: Norway arrests 3 suspected of financing terrorism http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080228/wl_nm/norway_security_arrests_dc_1;_ylt=AuAyi0.EHl12jRKxvtuW8HkTv5UB Turkey tells US its troops will stay in Iraq 'as long as necessary' http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080228/wl_mideast_afp/turkeyunrestkurdsiraqus_080228112319;_ylt=Aj7oJC0Hh_UIipUt.s.Lvd1X6GMA Turkish Army kills 77 PKK members in N. Iraq, total at 230 http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1075180 (UK) Suicide attacker's wife 'knew of bomb plot' -- Yeshiemebet Girma was wife of Hussein Osman -- July 21, 2005 bomb plot trial http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2008/02/27/nwife127.xml (UK) New strategy to stem flow of terror recruits http://www.guardian.co.uk/uk/2008/feb/28/uksecurity.islam (UK) Bobbies will be taught sharia law and the Koran in 'secret' plan to counter terror at local level http://www.dailymail.co.uk/pages/live/articles/news/news.html?in_article_id=521691&in_page_id=1770&ito=newsnow (UK) Terror Threat BBC Web Page - Counterterrorism Blog referenced http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/programmes/newsnight/uk_terror_threat/default.stm (UK) Police sued over mosque program -- "Undercover Mosque" program on Islamism and Jihad in UK - Channel 4 suing West Midlands Police and the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) for libel http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/england/west_midlands/7268816.stm (Netherlands) 'Al Qaeda Fatwa against MP Wilders' http://www.nisnews.nl/public/280208_5.htm (Netherlands) Dutch Islam film 'nearly ready http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/europe/7268618.stm Norway: Hamas show message 'misinterpreted' -- Islamic Association in Norway says Hamas TV program really not calling for killing Danes http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/02/norway-hamas-show-message.html (Philippines) One killed in bomb blast in southern Philippines http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Rest_of_World/One_killed_in_bomb_blast_in_southern_Philippines/articleshow/2821342.cms (Singapore) Escaped Jemaah Islamiah (JI) leader may head to Indonesia: experts -- Mas Selamat bin Kastari http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080228/wl_nm/singapore_militant_dc_2;_ylt=AqErKKjPzZTtTC.CDM.nGAfaHXcA Indonesia court rejects moving Bali bombers hearing http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080228/wl_nm/indonesia_militants_dc_1;_ylt=ApulhruEgfP_KJ5ew_vxnAPaHXcA (Australia) Letters Detail Australian's Path To Jihad -- Young David Hicks Felt Honored To Meet Bin Laden After Just 16 Months As A Muslim http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2008/02/28/terror/main3886020.shtml (Australia) 'Benbrika could not lead ants to sugar', says his barrister - Melbourne Jihad trial http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,23290633-2,00.html (Sri Lanka) Tamil rebels say roadside bombs kill 8 civilians in Sri Lanka's north http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/28/asia/AS-GEN-Sri-Lanka-Civil-War.php (Sri Lanka) 32 LTTE rebels killed, 44 surrender in Sri Lanka -- on Wednesday http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Top_Headlines/32_LTTE_rebels_killed_44_surrender_in_Sri_Lanka/articleshow/2820570.cms North Korea urged to finish dismantling task http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2008/02/28/n_korea_urged_to_finish_dismantling_task/8708/ (North Korea) US nuclear envoy wraps up talks in China http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080228/ap_on_re_as/china_koreas_nuclear_1;_ylt=AoaOzeiOjgYXO.cNOJW6OB2CscEA Israeli PM warns of nuclear threats from Iran, NKorea http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080228/wl_mideast_afp/mideastiranjapanisraelnkoreanuclearweapons_080228120024;_ylt=AiEQdjGv8F04RWx5sam5WPCCscEA Iranian envoy rejects North Korea link http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2008/February/middleeast_February340.xml§ion=middleeast&col= Other News: Major survey challenges Western perceptions of Islam http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080227/ts_alt_afp/usislamreligionethics JihadWatch: Relax! There are only 91 million jihadists! http://www.jihadwatch.org/archives/020117.php Commentary: Return of the CAIR Quran http://www.frontpagemag.com/Articles/Read.aspx?GUID=1956AED4-682A-4B45-B017-99581D6ED85E Commentary: CAIR's Anti-Law Jihad http://frontpagemagazine.com/Articles/Read.aspx?GUID=9B307007-9A7F-4FB6-A00F-EFCA57005E61 Turkey in radical revision of Islamic texts http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/world/europe/7264903.stm Saudi tutor gets lashes for meeting female student http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\02\28\story_28-2-2008_pg7_46 German ministry denies call to publish Mohammed cartoons http://www.expatica.com/de/articles/news/German-ministry-denies-call-to-publish-Mohammed-cartoons--.html U.S. unable to judge 'fence' http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080228/NATION/630188964/1001 (U.S.) 'Virtual Fence' Along Border To Be Delayed http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2008/02/27/AR2008022703747.html (U.S.) Spy search to spotlight on diversity http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080228/NATION/961691747/1002 Against Nazi News: (France) Sarkozy drops Holocaust education proposal after uproar http://www.expatica.com/fr/articles/news/Sarkozy-drops-Holocaust-education-proposal-after-uproar.html February 27, 2008 PM Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (U.S.) Al-Qaeda's Zawahri vows revenge over Libi killing: Web http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080227/ts_nm/qaeda_zawahri_revenge_dc -- Transcript http://nefafoundation.org/miscellaneous/nefazawahiri0208.pdf (U.S.) Laura Mansfield: As Sahab: Video tape from Dr. Ayman al Zawahiri commemorates death of Abu Laith al Libi http://www.lauramansfield.com/pt/blog/default.aspx (U.S.) SITE: Dr. Ayman al-Zawahiri Gives Elegy for Abu Laith al-Libi in Video from As-Sahab Media; Advertises Book Refuting Document of Sayed Imam http://siteintelgroup.org/bin/articles.cgi?ID=publications346608&Category=publications&Subcategory=0 U.S. Africom chief says role goes beyond terrorism http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080227/pl_nm/africa_usa_security_dc U.S. Spies Want to Find Terrorists in World of Warcraft - U.S. intel community developing software to detect violent extremists infiltrating multiplayer games http://blog.wired.com/27bstroke6/2008/02/nations-spies-w.html Taliban highlights militants' mobile tracking fear http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080227/wl_nm/security_mobile_dc;_ylt=AjnJtrRWiiukZgkpbGpl4Xms0NUE (Saudi Arabia) British police say they stopped suspected plot to kill Saudi king http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1204127192670&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (India) Robots terror tools of future? http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/World/Robots_terror_tools_of_future/articleshow/2817651.cms (India) Bangalore hub of techie-terror network - Muslim Information Technology Professionals’ Association accused of terror ties http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Bangalore_hub_of_techie-terror_network/articleshow/2820775.cms (Iran) Russia warns Iran over nuclear program http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080227/wl_nm/iran_nuclear_dc;_ylt=Aq.Yq3dxU4T_WZUHiuOpEXms0NUE Hamas says Israel bombs Gaza Interior Ministry http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080227/wl_nm/palestinians_israel_gaza_dc;_ylt=ArH6GDKMoh._zAueNZ0WI62s0NUE IAF attacks Haniyeh's office; some 25 locals wounded http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1203847477443&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (UK / U.S.) FBI says airline plotters had no US link http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080227/ap_on_re_eu/britain_terrorism_threat;_ylt=AmMJpwZ8TGjmgVBxvvhA0Was0NUE (Spain) ETA activist gets ten years for Fraga assassination attempt http://www.thinkspain.com/news-spain/14569/eta-activist-gets-ten-years-for-fraga-assassination-attempt Colombian rebels free 4 more hostages http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080227/ap_on_re_la_am_ca/venezuela_colombia_hostages;_ylt=AjNQTpwZhvLleRNwCVswHrCs0NUE Colombian authorities celebrate capture of rebel boss - FARC's Heli Mejia, known as "Martin Sombra," captured Tuesday http://www.earthtimes.org/articles/show/188531,colombian-authorities-celebrate-capture-of-rebel-boss.html February 27, 2008 Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Al-Qaeda) Laura Mansfield: As Sahab announces imminent release of message from Dr. Ayman al Zawahiri http://www.lauramansfield.com/pt/blog/default.aspx Iraq: Shiite pilgrims targeted again - roadside bomb kills one near bus in Baghdad http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080227/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq_080212054641;_ylt=AqANDTLKWOmodUomMB55loVX6GMA (Iraq) Shia leader calls for autonomous Shia region http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/focusoniraq/2008/February/focusoniraq_February116.xml§ion=focusoniraq (Iraq) U.S. paid $42.4 million to Iraqis - whose family members killed or property destroyed in battles http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080227/FOREIGN/512957142/1001 (Northern Iraq) Turkish troops kill 77 Kurdish rebels http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080227/ap_on_re_mi_ea/turkey_iraq_4;_ylt=Akg2mVG9FuaB2IXeiESniArtfLkA -- Turkey steps up Iraq onslaught as US calls for quick pull-out http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080227/wl_mideast_afp/turkeyunrestkurdsiraq_080227124214;_ylt=Aqus8RGSvnorXrDHD3PinxrtfLkA (Afghanistan) 2 Polish soldiers killed in Afghanistan - killed by roadside bomb in Sharan district of Paktika province http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080227/ap_on_re_as/afghan_violence_14;_ylt=ApO5zIbVmINt9X2.ky3odBbOVooA (Afghanistan) U.S. aid worker, Afghan driver feared dead http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/23364064/ (Afghanistan) US military says detained Afghan journalist is an enemy combatant -- Jawed Ahmad aka Jojo Yazemi http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/27/asia/AS-GEN-Afghan-Journalist-Detained.php (Afghanistan) Interior Minister survives rocket attack -- in Kabul http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,23287777-23109,00.html (Afghanistan/Pakistan) Al-Qaeda Directing Terrorist Groups on Afghan Border, U.S. Says http://www.bloomberg.com/apps/news?pid=20601091&sid=adyG_PVRek1Y&refer=india (Pakistan) 3 suspected Islamic militants arrested with suicide bomb jackets, say police http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/27/asia/AS-GEN-Pakistan-Militant-Arrest.php http://www.pr-inside.com/suspected-islamic-militants-arrested-with-r459164.htm (Pakistan) Over 440 militants, 60 suicide bombers arrested in 3 months http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1074514 (Pakistan) Suspect in Oct 18 bombing arrested - in Benazir Bhutto assassination http://www.dawn.com/2008/02/27/top8.htm (India J&K) Pakistani Jihad group redefines terror -- Jamaat-ud-Dawa, an alias for the Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba http://www.hindustantimes.com/StoryPage/StoryPage.aspx?id=318147c9-d87a-423a-976c-718436b99058&&Headline=Pak+jehadi+group+redefines+terror (India) Militants attack Manipur minister's house, none hurt http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Militants_attack__Manipur_ministers_house_none_hurt/articleshow/2820356.cms (India Assam) Six injured in powerful explosion by banned ULFA rebel group in Northeast India http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1074789 (U.S.) Connecticut: Prosecutors in ex-sailor's terror case play violent videos -- Hassan Abu-Jihaad trial http://www.courant.com/news/local/nh/hc-27013045.apds.m0234.bc-ct--navyfeb27,0,826613.story (U.S.) Imam From Virginia Mosque Now Thought to Have Aided Al-Qaeda -- Anwar Aulaqi - spiritual leader in 2001 and 2002 of Dar al-Hijrah mosque in Falls Church, VA http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2008/02/26/AR2008022603267.html (U.S.) Pentagon OKs charges against Guantanamo prisoner - war crime charges against Ali Hamza Ahmad Suliman al Bahlul, "medical director" for Bin Laden http://www.reuters.com/article/topNews/idUSN2638974520080227 (U.S.) Report: After 6 years, al Qaeda suspect Abu Zubaydah meets lawyers http://www.miamiherald.com/519/story/434963.html (U.S.) Report - The Coughlin Affair -- update by Frank Gaffney on Stephen Coughlin http://www.townhall.com/columnists/FrankJGaffneyJr/2008/02/25/the_coughlin_affair (U.S.) Terrorism victims memorial design denied http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080227/ap_on_re_us/terrorism_victims_memorial Report: Iran Built Space Rocket in Just Months http://www.breitbart.com/article.php?id=D8V29LOO0&show_article=1 (Gaza) Israeli airstrike kills five militants in Gaza http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/23367091/ (Gaza) Abbas: Hamas helping Al-Qaida establish base in Gaza Strip http://www.haaretz.com/hasen/spages/958731.html (Gaza) Hamas denies al-Qaida exists in Gaza http://english.people.com.cn/90001/90777/6362165.html (Israel) Kassam barrage hits Sderot and the surrounding area -- 11 rockets hit Israel http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1203847477443&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull IDF troops arrest 17 Palestinian suspects in W. Bank http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1203847476779&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Poll: Israelis want talks with Hamas http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/27/africa/ME-GEN-Israel-Hamas.php (Algeria) Report: Algerian security forces kill top al-Qaida in Islamic North Africa leader -- the "emir" Hamza aka Abdi Abdi http://www.newspress.com/Top/Article/article.jsp?Section=WORLD&ID=565252008916157874 Somali soldier kills minister's brother in capital http://africa.reuters.com/country/BL/news/usnL27771355.html Yemen release of wanted Qaeda militant irks US -- Jaber Elbaneh considered to be major figure in bombing of U.S. warship Cole in 2000 http://www.reuters.com/article/latestCrisis/idUSL27768944 (Yemen) 36 Al-Qaeda members stand trial http://www.yobserver.com/front-page/10013800.html Uganda: LRA Kill 11, Abduct 27 in South Sudan http://allafrica.com/stories/200802270001.html Spain terror suspects convicted - 18 of 20 convicted of belonging to Islamist terror group, acquitted on charges of plotting to blow up court http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080227/ap_on_re_eu/spain_terror_plot_1;_ylt=AgslVm_IMTnS9vEca52DFv4Tv5UB (Germany) Computer spying unconstitutional http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080227/ap_on_re_eu/germany_trojan_horses_1;_ylt=AjE3eLFaF0wTIKKA.R.F36MTv5UB (Kosovo) U.S. inciting Kosovo instability: Russia's Medvedev http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080227/pl_nm/kosovo_serbia_russia_dc_2;_ylt=AhCoC7tXnRfXVIMw30rR.9Z_5GIA (UK) Five on trial for 'abetting' July 21, 2005 terror plan -- Shadi Abdelgadir, Omar Almagboul, Esyas Girma, Yeshiemebet Girma and Muluemebet Girm http://www.iol.co.za/index.php?set_id=1&click_id=3&art_id=nw20080227141650841C790163 (UK) BBC knew of link to failed July 21, 2005 bombers -- trial: BBC producer Nasreen Suleaman failed to give police information that would have helped track down the July 21 bombers http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2008/02/27/nterror227.xml (UK) No Arabic staff at UK jail "creating risks" -- in detaining terrorism suspects http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/theworld/2008/February/theworld_February947.xml§ion=theworld (UK) Terror suspects get 'too good a deal' at jail http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2008/02/27/nterror327.xml (UK) Terror remands over 28 days will be rare, minister tells rebel MPs http://www.guardian.co.uk/uk/2008/feb/27/uksecurity (Australia) Jury asked to consider 'America's evil' -- Melbourne Jihadist trial http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,23286067-29277,00.html Australian Muslim leader no terrorist: defense -- Abdul Nacer Benbrika - one of 12 in Melbourne trial http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080227/wl_nm/australia_security_trial_dc_1;_ylt=AqDvHrv8Fd8vSeV0XOmBwPgTv5UB (Australia) Terror accused 'a family man': Abdul Nacer Benbrika -- Melbourne Jihadist trial http://www.theage.com.au/news/general/terror-accused-a-family-man/2008/02/26/1203788329186.html (Australia) Victorian terror trial told suspects praised Iraq sniper -- Melbourne Jihadist trial http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,23284453-421,00.html (Thailand) Ranger killed, 4 wounded in Yala bombing http://www.bangkokpost.com/breaking_news/breakingnews.php?id=126196 (Philippines) Quezon City court gets bomb threats http://newsinfo.inquirer.net/breakingnews/metro/view/20080227-121445/UPDATE-Quezon-City-court-gets-bomb-threats Sri Lanka says 15 killed in clashes http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/February/subcontinent_February870.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= North Korea releases seized Russian ship: Report http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Top_Headlines/North_Korea_releases_seized_Russian_ship_Report/articleshow/2819033.cms (North Korea) Rice tries new tactic on N. Korea - suggest future cultural exchanges http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080227/FOREIGN/223257131/1001 Other News: Pakistan Taliban tells male doctors not to enter women's wards http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/World/Pakistan/Pak_Taliban_tells_male_doctors_not_to_enter_womens_wards/rssarticleshow/2819772.cms (Sudan) Thousands gather for anti-Danish protest over reprinting of Prophet Muhammad cartoon http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/27/africa/AF-GEN-Sudan-Denmark-Prophet-Protest.php (Netherlands) Various threats addressed to Wilders because of film http://www.expatica.com/nl/articles/news/Various-threats-addressed-to-Wilders-because-of-film.html (UK) Sharia finance: plenty of interest in no interest http://www.telegraph.co.uk/money/main.jhtml?xml=/money/2008/02/26/cmsharia26.xml (UK) Birmingham: Whitby backs expanding Islamic finance http://icbirmingham.icnetwork.co.uk/birminghampost/business/2008/02/27/whitby-backs-expanding-islamic-finance-65233-20530867/ February 26, 2008 PM Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Iraq) 21 bus passengers abducted near restive Iraqi town http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/World/Gulf/21_bus_passengers_abducted_near_restive_Iraqi_town/articleshow/2817300.cms (Iraq) Arab channel shows kidnapped Briton -- Peter Moore http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080226/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq_kidnapped_briton_3;_ylt=AnAS3JJt7nlcvDuOi1qzx69X6GMA (Afghanistan) The Taliban have Kabul in their sights - Shahzad: Planning strategic corridor from Pakistan to Kabul http://www.atimes.com/atimes/South_Asia/JB27Df01.html (Pakistan) Taliban behind suicide attack -- killing surgeon general http://www.asianage.com/presentation/leftnavigation/news/international/taliban-behind-suicide-attack.aspx (Pakistan) Suspected Al Qaeda Militant Arrested in Bhutto Parade Bombing -- Qari Saifullah Akhtar http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,332710,00.html Al Qaeda influence grows on Afghan/Pakistani frontier http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080226/ts_nm/afghan_usa_qaeda_dc;_ylt=AvxF2lYI3Gx19r1D_ERou.Ks0NUE (India) Militants breach wall of snow on LoC http://www.hindustantimes.com/StoryPage/StoryPage.aspx?id=46fea7db-92b6-4731-915f-13e96cf2027f&ParentID=a4749719-b2f5-4457-b285-e2802f287f9f&&Headline=Militants+breach+wall+of+snow+on+LoC (India) BJP wary of Deoband's anti-terror call http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/BJP_wary_of_Deobands_anti-terror_call/articleshow/2817324.cms (India) Bhutan haven for Maoists, N-E ultras http://www.hindustantimes.com/storypage/storypage.aspx?id=07ddc73d-a931-4f4b-9c02-ae9fc7109457&ParentID=a4749719-b2f5-4457-b285-e2802f287f9f&&Headline=Bhutan+haven+for+Maoists%2c+N-E+ultras (U.S.) On World Trade Center anniversary, terrorism still a real threat http://www.newsday.com/news/local/newyork/am-wtc0226,0,116072.story (U.S.) Navy Secrets In Closet - Evan Kohlmann testified at Abu-Jihaad trial that Azzam network operated like adjunct to al-Qaida http://www.courant.com/news/local/hc-ctterrortrial0226.artfeb26,0,5269621.story (U.S.) Moussaoui challenges court secrecy rules http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080226/ap_on_go_su_co/moussaoui_appeal (Iran) ElBaradei is quietly managing to disarm Iran (commentary) - Ray Takeyh and Joseph Cirincione http://www.ft.com/cms/s/0/14c3d7dc-e488-11dc-a495-0000779fd2ac.html (Hezbollah) Slain militant was organizer in 2006 war - Hezbollah's Nasrallah says Mughniyeh key leader in war against Israel http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080226/ap_on_re_mi_ea/hezbollah_commander;_ylt=AqcNGP78p2.weP5ViV1ySOWs0NUE (Syria) U.S. Takes Aim at Shadowy Syrian Businessman - Matthew Levitt quoted on designation of Assad's cousin http://www.forward.com/articles/12765/ (Middle East) Terrorism insurance unappealing to the Middle East http://www.insurancedaily.co.uk/2008/02/26/terrorism-insurance-unappealing-to-the-middle-east/ (Bahrain) Millions of dollars 'may fund terrorism' - Senior U.S. Treasury official says terrorism funding exists in all Gulf countries http://www.gulf-daily-news.com/Story.asp?Article=209944&Sn=BNEW&IssueID=30344 (Gaza) UN says smuggling and 'outside' militants move to Gaza http://www.earthtimes.org/articles/show/188333,un-says-smuggling-and-outside-militants-move-to-gaza--summary.html Israeli ambassador to US issues warning to Hamas http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1203847474445&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Israel: 'Hamas could take over W. Bank in days' http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1203847473168&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Egypt) Interview of Cindy Sheehan on defending Muslim Brotherhood and Iraq war (my title) http://english.aljazeera.net/NR/exeres/2139ED3F-E757-443A-A63F-6F500621127D.htm (Mauritania) Al-Qaida case: Man sentenced to 5 years -- Haround Ould Habib charged with belonging to Al-Qaida in Islamic North Africa http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080226/ap_on_re_af/mauritania_al_qaida_1;_ylt=AhTKhz5B7ZT1FG1vm6gk7BATv5UB (UK) 7 Convicted in Muslim Terror Camps in UK - update on Mohammed Hamid Jihadist gang convictions http://ap.google.com/article/ALeqM5gPUKxDjix4ga3GnqGuHWm8yYRVWAD8V278000 (Germany) Witness: Suspect in failed German train bombing plot wanted to wage jihad -- Youssef Mohammed el-Hajdib looked up to bin Laden and applauded the Sept. 11 attacks http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/26/europe/EU-GEN-Germany-Train-Bombs.php http://www.pr-inside.com/witness-suspect-in-failed-german-train-r457340.htm Europe's Muslim Radicals: The Next Generation http://worlddefensereview.com/esman022508.shtml EU asks Iran to drop death penalty for ex-Muslims http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,23283527-23109,00.html (Spain) Guardia Civil add five suspects to ETA most-wanted list http://www.thinkspain.com/news-spain/14563/guardia-civil-add-five-suspects-to-eta-most-wanted-list (Indonesia) Bali bombings 'not acts of terrorism' -- "Muslim Defenders Team" http://www.theaustralian.news.com.au/story/0,,23275907-2702,00.html?from=public_rss (Columbia) Uribe: Colombia is cooperating with hostage release by the FARC http://english.eluniversal.com/2008/02/26/en_pol_art_uribe:-colombia-is-c_26A1387919.shtml Other News: (U.S.) Islamist Forum Member Suggests Stirring Up Racial Tension in U.S. http://memri.org/bin/latestnews.cgi?ID=SD185308 (UK) Muslim medics refuse to roll up their sleeves in hygiene crackdown - because it's against their religion http://www.dailymail.co.uk/pages/live/articles/news/news.html?in_article_id=519072&in_page_id=1770&ito=newsnow (Europe) Forum to put Europe in Islamic finance spotlight http://www.gulf-daily-news.com/Story.asp?Article=209904&Sn=BUSI&IssueID=30344 Turkey's president approves non-Muslim asset law http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Turkeys_president_approves_non-Muslim_asset_law/articleshow/2817817.cms (U.S.) Florida: No sign of terrorism in Florida blackout: U.S. http://abcnews.go.com/US/wireStory?id=4347878 (U.S.) Nuke plant shutdown stops Florida http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,23283720-23109,00.html Against Nazi News: (Germany) Hunt continues for Nazi treasure http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080226/ap_on_re_eu/germany_nazi_gold February 26, 2008 Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (U.S.) Palestinian Jailed for 1993 World Trade Center Bombing Seeks Supreme Court Hearing -- Ahmad Mohammed Ajaj http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,332613,00.html (U.S.) Commentary: 15 Years@War -- by Andrew McCarthy The WTC bombing was radical Islam’s declaration of war against the United States http://article.nationalreview.com/?q=ZmI1ZTgyMzI3ODFlZTkyNGQwNTBiYjBlNmEyMmM5Zjg= (U.S.) Former World Trade Center GM Reflects on 1993 Attack http://www.wtoctv.com/Global/story.asp?S=7919569&nav=0qq6D7xx 1993 WTC Attack - BBC historical page http://news.bbc.co.uk/onthisday/hi/dates/stories/february/26/newsid_2516000/2516469.stm (Iraq) Bomber kills 14 in Iraq's Mosul: security sources -- suicide bomber on bus in Mosul http://www.reuters.com/article/newsMaps/idUSL2636014820080226 Iraqi army commander, seven of his bodyguards killed in Baqouba http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1074295 Iraq condemns Turkish incursion, wants troops out http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080226/ts_nm/iraq_turkey_government_dc_2;_ylt=AtRgw02sdNKLMVoPI6pF2VvtfLkA -- 136 Kurdish rebels killed in north Iraq - Turkish army http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1074309 -- Kurd fighters claim to inflict casualties against Turks http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/focusoniraq/2008/February/focusoniraq_February107.xml§ion=focusoniraq (Iraq) U.S.: Pentagon expects 'post-surge' troop levels in Iraq to be 140,000 http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1203847466807&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Afghanistan) Bomb kills five Afghan policemen, one child - in Khost attack on police vehicle - Taliban suspected http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080226/wl_sthasia_afp/afghanistanunrest_080226105436;_ylt=AqAzBqfkEq0Kx7tqoLEdGNTOVooA (Afghanistan) Al Qaeda uses Facebook weapon - reports states Jihadists plot to use it to target soldiers' families http://www.theinquirer.net/gb/inquirer/news/2008/02/26/al-qaeda-uses-facebook-weapon (Afghanistan) NATO may follow if Canada exits Afghanistan http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080226/wl_sthasia_afp/canadaafghanistannatopoliticsunrest_080226070210;_ylt=AqRy.Q3y.Py_dkhrYUEn1RLOVooA (Afghanistan) Convicted Afghan journalist stirs debate - found guilty of "blasphemy" before 4 minute trial began http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2008/02/26/convicted_afghan_journalist_stirs_debate/9359/ (Pakistan) Tribal leader killed in N. Pakistan firing incident, four wounded - in Kurrum -- PPP Syed Riaz Hussain candidate in stable condition http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1074396 Pakistani Police Claim to Arrest 4 Al Qaeda-Linked Terrorists -- in Lahore -- Lashker-e-Jhangvi planning to attack foreign missions http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,332596,00.html (Pakistan) Traffic policeman killed by gunmen, two militants held in Pakistan -- in Mingora in Swat valley http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/World/Pakistan/Traffic_policeman_killed_by_gunmen_two_militants_held_in_Pakistan/articleshow/2816428.cms (Pakistan) Explosions leave three security men dead -- in Sangsila area of Dera Bugti http://www.dawn.com/2008/02/26/top3.htm Pakistani general's slaying linked to tribal militants http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080226/wl_sthasia_afp/pakistanunrest_080226084013;_ylt=AmRAJb3GJASoPsSVKZ4Wc7_zPukA Pakistan lifts ban on YouTube: official -- after content removed "that was offensive to Islam" http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/February/subcontinent_February847.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= Pakistan to appoint new military intelligence chief http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/February/subcontinent_February843.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (Pakistan) U.S. to expand 'eyes and ears' in Pakistani tribal areas http://www.iht.com/articles/2008/02/26/asia/intel.php (Pakistan) PML-N's Nawaz asks US to clearly define terror war http://www.dawn.com/2008/02/26/top8.htm PBS: Pakistan: State of Emergency - Tuesday, February 26, 2008, at 9 p.m. ET on PBS http://www.pbs.org/frontlineworld/stories/preview/703/press_release.html (India) Hyderabad on terror alert again http://sify.com/news/fullstory.php?id=14610793 http://www.indianmuslims.info/news/2008/feb/26/hyderabad_terror_alert_again.html (India) One more terror suspect held in Karnataka http://www.hindu.com/thehindu/holnus/002200802261401.htm (India) Bangalore resident held for 'terror links' -- Syed Sameer alias Sameer Sadaq http://www.hindu.com/2008/02/26/stories/2008022659781000.htm (India) Naxalism may enter Kerala: Home Minister http://news.webindia123.com/news/Articles/India/20080226/894795.html (U.S.) Connecticut: Testimony Begins In Terror Trial -- Hassan Abu-jihaad formerly known as Paul Hall http://www.courant.com/news/custom/topnews/hcu-abujihaad0225,0,3815183.story (U.S.) Several U.S. Embassies Fail To Meet Security Standards -- Many Remain Susceptible to Attack http://abcnews.go.com/Blotter/story?id=4329671&page=1 Iran leader hails Ahmadinejad for 'nuclear success' http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080226/wl_afp/irannuclearpolitics_080226123802;_ylt=AjVC8lIjyi0NY3ZnHuqsm4NSw60A Iran, North Korea a threat to Asia stability: Olmert http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080226/wl_nm/israel_olmert_iran_dc_1;_ylt=ArP62VwpDBOjIeSzgeK46_VSw60A (Gaza) Palestinian brigades attack Kibbutz Nirim http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1074385 (Gaza) IDF says al-Qaeda operatives entered Gaza http://www.ynetnews.com/articles/0,7340,L-3511495,00.html 'Al-Qaida entered Gaza during breach' http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1203847472236&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Is al-Qaeda preparing for Palestine? http://www.iol.co.za/index.php?set_id=1&click_id=3&art_id=nw20080226113621903C487584 (West Bank) Israel seizes Hamas charity in Hebron - for funneling funds, members to Hamas terror activities http://www.bakersfield.com/893/story/373343.html (Israel) Four Kassam rockets land in western Negev http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1203847470842&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Jordanians burn Danish flags to protest cartoon -- call for "revenge for blaspheming the Prophet" http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/theworld/2008/February/theworld_February878.xml§ion=theworld Egypt nabs 16 more Muslim Brotherhood members http://www.iol.co.za/index.php?set_id=1&click_id=68&art_id=nw20080226124657566C405690 Egypt military court postpones verdict in trial of 40 Muslim Brotherhood members, lawyer says http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/26/africa/ME-GEN-Egypt-Muslim-Brotherhood-Trial.php (Somalia) Police official slain in Somalia http://www.bakersfield.com/893/story/373357.html (Yemen) Al-Qaeda claims Yemen attacks -- on Belgian, Spanish tourists http://www.thetimes.co.za/News/Article.aspx?id=714465 Tanzania: Dar to Probe Mombasa Terrorist Links http://allafrica.com/stories/200802251866.html (Sudan) Pro Al-Qaeda wall drawings appear in large parts of Sudan capital http://www.sudantribune.com/spip.php?article26147 (UK) 'Osama bin London' guilty over terror camps -- Mohammed Hamid and three followers convicted http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2008/02/26/nterror126.xml http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/uk/crime/article3437930.ece http://www.guardian.co.uk/uk/2008/feb/26/uksecurity (UK) Hamid linked to July 21 bombers http://www.guardian.co.uk/uk/2008/feb/26/uksecurity1 (UK) Analysis: terror camp convictions mark end of the Hamza network http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/uk/crime/article3438492.ece (UK) Trial exposes network of terror camps in UK countryside http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1203847472069&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull UK police launch new anti-terror campaign -- looking for individuals that own several mobile phones http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1074400 (UK) Bomb chemicals 'can be smuggled on airplane' http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2008/02/26/nbomb126.xml Report: "UK has been warned of a new terror threat from Sikh extremists linked with al-Qaeda" http://www.thesun.co.uk/sol/homepage/news/article846177.ece Belgium: Terrorist leader interrogated already in 1989 -- Belgian-Moroccan Abdelkader Belliraj http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/02/belgium-terrorist-leader-interrogated.html http://www.hln.be/hln/nl/960/Buitenland/article/detail/184721/2008/02/26/Leider-terreurnetwerk-Marokko-verdacht-van-moord-in-Belgie.dhtml (Australia) Terror accused 'vowed jihad in jail' -- Melbourne trial http://www.theage.com.au/news/national/terror-accused-vowed-jihad-in-jail/2008/02/26/1203788329186.html (Australia) Terror suspect admits to being evasive -- Melbourne trial http://www.thewest.com.au/aapstory.aspx?StoryName=462856 Philippines: Islamic rebels deny secessionist SMS http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1915027366 Sri Lanka says 16 more killed in clashes http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/February/subcontinent_February844.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (North Korea) Rice wins Chinese help on NKorea nukes http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080226/ap_on_go_ca_st_pe/rice_17;_ylt=Amxuv1_7unpEdoy.vIFgjp.CscEA Other News: Sudan bans imports of Danish goods in reaction to Prophet Muhammad cartoon reprint http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/26/africa/AF-GEN-Sudan-Denmark-Prophet-Cartoons.php (Netherlands) Row over Muslim swimming costume in Holland http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/theworld/2008/February/theworld_February928.xml§ion=theworld Italy: Female Muslims to discuss their rights on Women's Day http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/CultureAndMedia/?id=1.0.1915027551 (UK) Sharia would create legal apartheid in Britain, says David Cameron http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/comment/faith/article3438846.ece (UK) Sharia law 'would undermine British society' -- David Cameron http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2008/02/26/nsharia126.xml http://www.dailymail.co.uk/pages/live/articles/news/news.html?in_article_id=519090&in_page_id=1770&ito=newsnow http://www.channel4.com/news/articles/uk/cameron+sharia+law+would+undermine+society/1657247 http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/uk_politics/7264740.stm (UK) Tower Hamlets Funds Muslim Brotherhood Front Group http://hurryupharry.bloghouse.net/archives/2008/02/25/tower_hamlets_funds_muslim_brotherhood_front_group.php http://www.eastlondonadvertiser.co.uk/content/towerhamlets/advertiser/news/story.aspx?brand=ELAOnline&category=news&tBrand=northlondon24&tCategory=newsela&itemid=WeED22%20Feb%202008%2017%3A37%3A39%3A153 UK official: Koran has been politicized http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1203847455269&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull UK: Encouraging British/Saudi ties http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/02/uk-encouraging-britishsaudi-ties.html Iran's Figures on Foreign Investment—Fiction Wrapped in Fantasy http://memri.org/bin/latestnews.cgi?ID=IA42408 February 25, 2008 PM Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com Pakistan army occupies the restive Swat Valley, militant leader remains at large - Mullah Fazlullah still free http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/26/asia/AS-GEN-Pakistan-Swat-Valley.php (Afghanistan) Tough Lessons From an Aggressive Taliban http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/story/2008/02/25/ST2008022503219.html U.S. judge awards $33M to terror victim's family; '92 bombing blamed on Iran http://ca.news.yahoo.com/s/capress/080225/world/iran_terrorism_1 Iran dismisses nuke documents as fakes - IAEA says Iran may have focused on nuclear weapons program after 2003 http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080226/ap_on_re_eu/nuclear_iran;_ylt=AthMLV3vM2Emuh7ZSMcgrDqs0NUE (Iran) Major powers want Iran sanctions vote soon http://khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticle.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2008/February/middleeast_February306.xml§ion=middleeast Iran: Slain Hezbollah military chief's widow points the finger at Syria http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1912415171 Lebanon again postpones electing president http://khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2008/February/middleeast_February300.xml§ion=middleeast IDF troops arrest 4 Palestinian terror suspects in Nablus http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1203847463201&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull IDF troops detain eight Palestinian fugitives in West Bank night-time ops http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1203847467435&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Jordan charges 5 with spying for Hamas http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1203847464349&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Somalia: Al-Qaeda claims capture of key southern village - Young Mujahadeen Movement claims village where transitional government based http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1912548260 Turkish military kills 41 Kurdish rebels - Dozens of artillery shells fired at suspected hideouts http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080225/ap_on_re_mi_ea/turkey_iraq;_ylt=AtjXCxJweMsUfS1lXTxd9c6s0NUE Spanish leaders clash over ETA and immigration http://www.reuters.com/article/economicNews/idUSL2615936420080226 (Tamil Tigers) LTTE front outfit attempts to raise funds in London http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/World/LTTE_front_outfit_attempts_to_raise_funds_in_London/articleshow/2814758.cms (Australia) Terror accused 'praised bin Laden' http://www.news.com.au/heraldsun/story/0,21985,23278197-661,00.html?from=public_rss Botnets: your computer in the hands of organised crime - BBC Radio interviews with officials on "pre-eminent source of internet crime" http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/ipm/2008/02/botnets_your_computer_in_the_h_1.shtml (Columbia) FARC give Venezuela location of four hostages to be released http://english.eluniversal.com/2008/02/25/en_chcol_art_farc-give-venezuela_25A1386401.shtml February 25, 2008 Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Iraq) Fourteen Iraqis killed in Mosul -- in two attacks http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1074118 (Iraq) Two US soldiers killed in northern Baghdad http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1074042 (Iraq) Wheelchair bomber kills senior Iraqi policeman - attack on police center in Samarra http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/focusoniraq/2008/February/focusoniraq_February99.xml§ion=focusoniraq Iraq pilgrims under attack ahead of Shia ceremony http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/focusoniraq/2008/February/focusoniraq_February98.xml§ion=focusoniraq -- Three Iraqis killed in S. Baghdad blast http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1074079 (Iraq) Death toll from Sunday Iraq pilgrim bombing rises to 63 http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080225/ts_nm/iraq_bombing_toll_dc_2;_ylt=AuJyBORhISCfRSKh7iazIF9X6GMA (Iraq) Militant video shows 12 Nepalese killed in Iraq -- Army of Ansar Al Sunnar beheads man on video, shoots others http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/focusoniraq/2008/February/focusoniraq_February93.xml§ion=focusoniraq (Iraq) 14 Iranians held in Iraq: US military http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/focusoniraq/2008/February/focusoniraq_February97.xml§ion=focusoniraq (Northern Iraq) Turkish warplanes pound Kurdish rebels in Iraq -- continue on Monday http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080225/wl_mideast_afp/turkeykurdsunrestiraq_080225131737;_ylt=AraizfPxEGeEMjlxd.m0J.ntfLkA -- Iraq fears clash between Turkish troops and Peshmerga http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080225/wl_nm/turkey_iraq_dc_32;_ylt=Ag4NAKDffPa4xh2rwcvDdV_tfLkA Turkish intervention in Iraq could swiftly lead to the collapse of Iraq's Government http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/comment/leading_article/article3427504.ece Afghan governor survives bomb blast, three cops killed http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080225/wl_sthasia_afp/afghanistanunrest_080225060704;_ylt=AjA.sMGQ2gijzDua5K9.WiPOVooA (Afghanistan) Taliban threaten Afghan mobile phones companies http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080225/wl_sthasia_afp/afghanistanunresttelecom_080225120112;_ylt=AqsiGP0Ur8fnCQcScVnaLAbOVooA (Pakistan) Suicide Bomb attack kills Pakistani surgeon general - and 7 others in Rawalpindi (second bombing in Rawalpindi today) http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080225/ap_on_re_as/pakistan_25;_ylt=AosZQ8aTWSakxbYdtuhTOvDzPukA -- KUNA story http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1074180 (Pakistan) Four killed in attack on British NGO office in Pakistan - in Mansehra http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080225/wl_uk_afp/pakistanbritainunrestattacksngo_080225132915;_ylt=AsdI_lJ231qmItJ8nlDtOjzzPukA (Pakistan) Explosion in Rawalpindi claims lives of five people - near National Database and Registration Authority - KUNA reports two bombings in Rawalpindi http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1074108 (Pakistan) Rockets hit Pakistani city -- in Peshawar - missing airport http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1074054 (Pakistan) Security agencies arrest Taliban's Mullah Obaidullah again -- Taliban leader was in Lahore to generate funds for group http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\02\25\story_25-2-2008_pg7_10 -- Top Taliban leader arrested in Pakistan http://ia.rediff.com/news/2008/feb/25taliban.htm Pakistan: Islamist Jamaat-E-Islami supports victorious parties PPP and PML-N http://specials.rediff.com/news/2008/feb/25video1.htm (Pakistan) PPP calls for end to army operations in Balochistan http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/February/subcontinent_February806.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= Pakistan: Musharraf planning exit, UK paper claims http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Politics/?id=1.0.1911259776 http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2008/02/24/wpak124.xml -- Musharraf dismisses talk of 'graceful exit' http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/23325567/ (India) Joint ops by Pakistan terror groups worry India http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/India/Joint_ops_by_Pak_terror_groups_worry_India/articleshow/2810526.cms (India) Terrorism is un-Islamic, says top Indian Islamic seminary - Darul-Uloom Deoband http://www.earthtimes.org/articles/show/187978,terrorism-is-un-islamic-says-top-indian-islamic-seminary--summary.html -- London Times report on Deobandi scholar and Jihad Our followers 'must live in peace until strong enough to wage jihad' http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/comment/faith/article2409833.ece -- other LT articles on Deobanism http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/sitesearch.do?query=Deoband&addField=locations&addFilterCriteria=Deoband&sortBy=relevancy&offset=0&hitsperpage=10§ionId=675 (India) Custody of four terror suspects extended http://www.hindu.com/thehindu/holnus/004200802251733.htm (India) Beware of the enemy within: IBM to Indian IT firms http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Beware_of_the_enemy_within_IBM_to_Indian_IT_firms/articleshow/2810242.cms (U.S.) Connecticut: Trial Begins for Terror Case Against Ex-Navy Sailor Hassan Abu-Jihaad http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,332225,00.html (U.S.) Report on Muslim American Society (MAS) Conference in Toledo, Ohio http://ohioagainstterror.blogspot.com/2008/02/muslim-brotherhoods-grand-jihad-in.html (Iran) Time against U.S. in Iran nuclear row : diplomat http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080225/pl_nm/iran_nuclear_usa_dc_1;_ylt=Akp1h0K4s2vzezd6mZRSsNRSw60A Iran confirms new nuclear centrifuges http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/iran_nuclear;_ylt=AvQGrh4pCI9IoBEhwDdbdsxSw60A Hamas official: Group ready for truce http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1203847462213&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Hamas Bunny Assud Urges Boycott of Danish Goods and threatens to Kill Danes over Muhammad Cartoons http://www.thememriblog.org/blog_personal/en/5674.htm -- video http://www.memritv.org/clip/en/1693.htm (Israel) Two Kassam rockets fired at Israel; one lands in Gaza Strip http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1203847460430&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Israel) Al-Aqsa Brigades attack Israel's Sderot http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1074094 (Israel) Sderot boy severely wounded in Kassam rocket attack http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1203847457835&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Israel beefs up security along border with Gaza to prevent infiltration http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1074067 Israeli missile strike kills Gaza militant http://www.canada.com/topics/news/story.html?id=a4b08cf7-f155-4928-9eb7-08c7e39a1904 Saudi Arabia, France sign cooperation agreement to combat terrorism, money laundering http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/25/africa/ME-GEN-Saudi-France.php Libya to release 'pro-al-Qaida' rebels http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1203847461849&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Libya) Gaddafi's son says talking to Islamist rebels http://africa.reuters.com/wire/news/usnL25152413.html?rpc=401& (Somalia) Fighting kills two in Somali border town - on Monday http://www.alertnet.org/thenews/newsdesk/L25408237.htm Somali Islamists wrest control of southern township http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/RWB.NSF/db900SID/MMAH-7C69YT?OpenDocument (Somalia) Islamic insurgents in Somalia kill 9 soldiers - Dinsor battle update http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/25/africa/AF-GEN-Somalia-Fighting.php (Algeria) Report: Algerian court sentences 3 to death in absentia on terror-related charges http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/24/africa/AF-GEN-Algeria-Terror-Trial.php (Egypt) Over 2,000 Egyptian students protest against Islamist leaders' trial http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1203847454704&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Yemen's tourist sector hit by al Qaeda attacks http://www.iht.com/articles/reuters/2008/02/25/news/OUKWD-UK-YEMEN-TOURISM.php Yemen says foils attempt to bomb oil pipeline http://www.swissinfo.ch/eng/news/international/Yemen_says_foils_attempt_to_bomb_oil_pipeline.html?siteSect=143&sid=8774669&cKey=1203842243000&ty=ti (Mauritania) 7 charged in attack on Israeli Embassy in Mauritania http://www.ynetnews.com/articles/0,7340,L-3510718,00.html Norwegian embassy threatened in Pakistan http://www.aftenposten.no/english/local/article2273436.ece 5 IRA dissidents charged over foiled bid to kidnap businessman http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/25/europe/EU-GEN-Ireland-Kidnap.php (Spain) ETA sets booby trap bomb near Bilbao (update) http://www.expatica.com/es/articles/news/ETA-sets-booby-trap-bomb-near-Bilbao.html (Australia) 21 face terror charges in Australia http://www.news24.com/News24/World/News/0,,2-10-1462_2277022,00.html Australian terror trial begins in Sydney -- nine Muslims are charged with conspiring between June 2004 and November 2005 to "do acts in preparation for a terrorist" attack http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080225/ap_on_re_au_an/australia_terrorist_trial_1;_ylt=AgmGMV61O5LyNCvsKxwLFOoTv5UB (Australia) Plan to 'blast' buildings - trial of 12 Muslims in Melbourne http://www.theage.com.au/news/national/plan-to-blast-buildings/2008/02/25/1203788227071.html (Australia) Revenge threat caught on tape, terror trial told - Melbourne trial http://www.news.com.au/heraldsun/story/0,21985,23275657-2862,00.html (Sri Lanka) Ten rebels killed in Sri Lanka air strike: military http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/February/subcontinent_February808.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (North Korea) SKorea, US agree to step up cooperation in six-party nuclear talks http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/25/asia/AS-GEN-SKorea-New-President-US.php Colombian FARC: 60 years for US hostages http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080224/ap_on_re_la_am_ca/colombia_us_hostages Other News: (UK) Fascism and Islamism thrive in Bradford - report http://www.yorkshirepost.co.uk/news/Fascism-and-Islamism-thrive-in.3810805.jp UK: Why Sharia is better -- article in UK's "The Independent" defending Sharia law http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/02/uk-why-sharia-is-better.html -- 'Sharia is not the problem' http://www.independent.co.uk/extras/sunday-review/living/sharia-is-not-the-problem-785281.html (Germany) Berlin: Broadcasting Burqa http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/02/berlin-broadcasting-burqa.html http://www.spiegel.de/international/zeitgeist/0,1518,537517,00.html Turkish academics dispute whether law allows Islamic head scarf in universities http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/25/europe/EU-GEN-Turkey-Head-Scarves.php (Spain) A nation's headscarf headache http://www.expatica.com/es/life_in/feature/A-nation_s-headscarf-headache.html (Belgium) Muslim executive dissolved http://www.expatica.com/be/articles/news/Muslim-executive-dissolved.html Pakistan blocks YouTube because of Wilders (update) http://www.expatica.com/nl/articles/news/Pakistan-blocks-YouTube-because-of-Wilders.html Commentary: Islamist Recommendations or Mandates? by R. John Matthies http://www.familysecuritymatters.org/challenges.php?id=1386724 Report: "Study: 3 in 4 U.S. mosques preach anti-West extremism" - quotes by Frank Gaffney of Mapping Sharia in America Project, sponsored by the Washington-based Center for Security Policy http://www.worldnetdaily.com/index.php?fa=PAGE.view&pageId=57141 'Religion of Peace' passes 10,000 mark http://blogs.telegraph.co.uk/ukcorrespondents/holysmoke/november07/religion-of-peace-passes-10000-mark.htm http://www.thereligionofpeace.com/ (U.S.) Report: "Senator helped fund organization that rejects 'racist' Israel's existence" http://www.worldnetdaily.com/index.php?fa=PAGE.view&pageId=57231 -- Woods Fund provided funding to Arab American Action Network, or AAAN Candidly Speaking: The state of Jew-hatred | Jerusalem Post http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1203605157637&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Osama Bin Laden's brother plans Africa-Arabia bridge http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2008/02/24/wbinladen124.xml February 24, 2008 Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Iraq) Suicide bomber kills 40 in Iraq: police - Targeted pilgrims heading to one of Shi'ite Islam's holiest festivals in Iskandariya http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080224/ts_nm/iraq_bomb_dc (Iraq) U.S. sailors in Iraq aim to stem flow of insurgents http://www.latimes.com/news/nationworld/world/la-fg-boats24feb24,1,6023888.story?ctrack=2&cset=true (Iraq) Attack on Shi'ite pilgrims kills three in Iraq http://www.alertnet.org/thenews/newsdesk/L24492253.htm (Iraq) In Mosul, a Hopeful Partnership http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2008/02/23/AR2008022302231.html?hpid=artslot (Northern Iraq) 8 more Turkish soldiers killed in Iraq http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080224/ap_on_re_mi_ea/turkey_iraq;_ylt=AqkjMf1UsJIJIGfqrlsq6LCs0NUE (Northern Iraq) Kurd rebels say they shot down Turkish helicopter http://www.alertnet.org/thenews/newsdesk/L24473095.htm (Northern Iraq) Iraq's Kurds vow to defend themselves against Turkey http://www.alertnet.org/thenews/newsdesk/L24442776.htm (Northern Iraq) Five Turk soldiers, 16 PKK killed in N.Iraq-source http://www.alertnet.org/thenews/newsdesk/L24510935.htm Turkish Kurds want end of PKK http://www.news.com.au/couriermail/story/0,23739,23269678-5003402,00.html (Afghanistan) Battle Company Is Out There - Report from Korengal Valley and Kunar province http://www.nytimes.com/2008/02/24/magazine/24afghanistan-t.html?_r=1&ref=world&oref=slogin (Afghanistan) More Australian police for Afghanistan http://www.news.com.au/heraldsun/story/0,21985,23267264-662,00.html?from=public_rss Two Winnable Wars - Commentary by Anthony Cordesman on Iraq & Afghanistan http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2008/02/22/AR2008022202176.html (U.S.) A Profile In Terror, Behind A Keyboard - American sailor, Hassan Abu-jihaad, charged with transmitting military secrets to terrorists through Azzam websites http://www.courant.com/news/local/hc-newterror0224.artfeb24,0,4825704.story - see 2007 CT Blog post http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/03/former_sailor_arrested_in_inte.php (Pakistan) Five dead in Pakistan militant violence - Militants attacked security checkpost in northwestern Pakistan http://khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/February/subcontinent_February786.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (Pakistan) Security man, militant killed in Swat http://www.dawn.com/2008/02/24/top11.htm Pakistan Taliban warn new government to keep clear http://www.alertnet.org/thenews/newsdesk/ISL115164.htm Pakistani Taliban ready for talks with new government: spokesman http://www.dawn.com/2008/02/24/welcome.htm#19 (India J&K) Two militant hideouts busted in Jammu and Kashmir - Arms and ammo also captured http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Two_militant_hideouts_busted_in_Jammu_and_Kashmir/articleshow/2809877.cms (India) Yahya provided technical support to terrorists: Probe - Bangalore student allegedly transferred funds, weapons to terrorists http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Yahya_provided_technical_support_to_terrorists_Probe/articleshow/2809474.cms Iran wants apology from U.S. - After new IAEA report credited Iran for clarifying issues http://www.latimes.com/news/nationworld/world/la-fg-iran24feb24,1,3984194.story Israeli cabinet okays plan to fortify homes against Gaza rockets http://www.alertnet.org/thenews/newsdesk/COL143926.htm (Gaza) Missile Strike by Israelis in Gaza Kills 3 Palestinians http://www.nytimes.com/2008/02/24/world/middleeast/24mideast.html?ref=middleeast (Yemen) American Among FBI Most Wanted Terrorists Appears in Yemen Court, Walks Free - Jaber Elbaneh conspired with "Lackawanna Six," also led attacks http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,332058,00.html http://counterterrorismblog.org/fastsearch?IncludeBlogs=1&search=lackawanna Yemen Says Foils Attempt to Bomb Oil Pipeline http://www.nytimes.com/reuters/world/international-yemen-oil-pipeline.html?_r=2&oref=slogin&oref=slogin Somali Islamists kill 7 govt troops in southern town http://www.alertnet.org/thenews/newsdesk/L24491486.htm (Somalia) Roadside bomb kills two people in Somali capital http://www.alertnet.org/thenews/newsdesk/L23178408.htm (Europe) Pattern of Bosnian and Other Links to Madrid Bombings Becoming Increasingly Clear http://www.analyst-network.com/article.php?art_id=1769 (Indonesia) Bombers' last-chance appeal to begin - 3 convicted in 2002 Bali bombings appeal death sentence http://www.theaustralian.news.com.au/story/0,25197,23267515-12377,00.html (Sri Lanka) Suspected suicide blast in S.Lanka, jets bomb rebels http://www.alertnet.org/thenews/newsdesk/COL143926.htm (North Korea / Pakistan) A.Q. Khan did not transfer technology, say North Koreans http://www.dawn.com/2008/02/24/top7.htm Panama says Colombian guerrillas attacked police near border http://www.pr-inside.com/panama-says-colombian-guerrillas-attacked-r453227.htm Colombia rebels get foothold in Venezuela http://www.latimes.com/news/nationworld/world/la-fg-rebels24feb24,1,6007723.story?ctrack=1&cset=true Other News: Commentary: Universal Islamic Blasphemy Law? by Andrew Bostom http://www.andrewbostom.org/blog/2008/02/23/universal-islamic-%e2%80% February 23, 2008 Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Iraq) Green Zone targeted in morning attack - nearly 10 blasts http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080223/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq_080212054610;_ylt=AgKjc5Z.22bKBBEhuPGh5t9X6GMA (Iraq) Militants attack dean of Iraqi journalist http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1073566 (Iraq) Report: Violence continues in Basra - 100 women have been killed in the last year and doctors and teachers are still disappearing http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2008/02/23/report_violence_continues_in_basra/5790/ (Iraq) Car and horse-and-cart bombs kill four in Baghdad and Iraq http://www.reuters.com/article/worldNews/idUSL2221002120080223 (Iraq) Fearing bombs, Iraqi authorities ban all carts from Baghdad streets http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/23/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq-Cart-Ban.php (Northern Iraq) Dozens killed as Turkish army pursues Kurdish rebels in Iraq - initial death toll at 50 http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080223/ts_afp/turkeykurdsunrestiraq_080223100705;_ylt=Ahr8lCRs4sZK2QyBw4GlEvtX6GMA (Northern Iraq) Turk troops press campaign vs PKK rebels in Iraq http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/turkey_iraq_dc;_ylt=AjO7JTaCwGiCG8yWiZW._pjtfLkA (Afghanistan) Bomb kills 7 Afghan security guards - in Sarkano district of Kunar province, also in Kunar gunman killed police chief of Chawkey district http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080223/ap_on_re_as/afghan_violence_1;_ylt=AoHFLcdqF18JxEUJpfuLMGjOVooA (Afghanistan) Report: Taliban are worn down, say British troops http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/asia/article3420208.ece (Pakistan) Operation in Swat relaunched - bomb in Matta http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\02\23\story_23-2-2008_pg1_7 (Pakistan) Report: 14-Year-Old Female Would-Be Suicide Bomber Arrested by Security Forces in Pakistan's Swat District http://www.thememriblog.org/urdupashtu/blog_personal/en/5655.htm (Pakistan) Report: US/Pakistan accord for attacks by drones against terrorists (my title) http://www.dawn.com/2008/02/23/top9.htm (Pakistan) Kidnapped Pakistani ambassador still untraced http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1073598 (Pakistan) Jamat-e-Islami party official against involvement in the war on terror (my title) - boycotted election - party charter calls for Pakistan to become Islamic state http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/World/Pakistan/You_cant_have_terrorism_in_the_name_of_fighting_terror/articleshow/2806235.cms (Pakistan) 'YouTube' blocked for 'non-Islamic' web content - by Pakistan Telecommunications Authority (PTA) http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\02\23\story_23-2-2008_pg7_6 (India) Bangalore software engineer with terror designs held - (update) - Students Islamic Movement of India (SIMI) http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Techie_with_terror_designs_held_in_Bangalore/articleshow/2806217.cms (India) Six suspected UNLF insurgents killed in Manipur http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Six_suspected_UNLF_insurgents_killed_in_Manipur/articleshow/2807641.cms http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1073594 (India) Dimasa militant killed http://news.webindia123.com/news/Articles/India/20080223/893117.html (U.S.) Officials lament lapsing of wiretap law http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080223/ap_on_go_ca_st_pe/terrorist_surveillance_10;_ylt=AgfH0wy8kJ0po4QrMJXkaa4Tv5UB U.S. says missed intelligence after spy act expired http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080222/pl_nm/security_usa_surveillance_dc (U.S.) Intel chief: Telecoms refusing wiretaps http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080222/ap_on_go_ca_st_pe/terrorist_surveillance_9;_ylt=Atg070LZhKJULG_2u1t7eoATv5UB http://www.newsweek.com/id/114572 (U.S.) Ex-Muslim chaplain claims Gitmo holds no terrorists -- James "Yousef" Yee tells BBC http://www.worldnetdaily.com/index.php?fa=PAGE.view&pageId=57092 -- link to BBC audio interview http://www.bbc.co.uk/religion/realmedia/sunday/james_yee.ram http://www.bbc.co.uk/religion/programmes/sunday/features/james_yee.shtml Indian Kashmir separatists get boost from Kosovo independence http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080223/wl_sthasia_afp/indiakashmirunrestkosovo_080223114815;_ylt=Au9TWz8W7siL58_XlnDHtSAXxHcA (Iran) IAEA: Iran disputes atomic arms evidence http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/nuclear_iran;_ylt=AiZ4h2xzKFrT2Ho8W4KxF3ZSw60A (Iran) IAEA report bolsters case for new Iran sanctions: US diplomats http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080223/wl_mideast_afp/irannuclearpoliticsiaeaunus_080223022404;_ylt=AiUhYnugC0ftUWnrk1CkvrpSw60A Iran says 'no legal basis' for new UN nuclear resolution http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080223/wl_mideast_afp/irannuclearpoliticsun_080223101017;_ylt=AjYDGRtTD7.qgTOW.ta3qNVSw60A Lebanon: Israel ready to begin a new war, says Hezbollah leader Hasan Nasrallah http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1904345638 Hamas official: Abductions to continue http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1203605155804&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Palestinian report: Abbas, security chiefs didn't mobilize to block Hamas takeover of Gaza http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/23/africa/ME-GEN-Palestinians-Gaza-Takeover.php (Palestinian Authority) 14 al-Aqsa Martyrs' Brigades prisoners back behind bars http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1203605152190&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Israelis seize senior PFLP member in Nablus http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2008/February/middleeast_February267.xml§ion=middleeast&col= (Egypt) Hamas, Islamic Jihad delegation heads to Egypt http://www.indianmuslims.info/news/2008/feb/23/hamas_islamic_jihad_delegation_heads_egypt.html Egypt 'monitoring attacks on Islam ahead of Dutch TV film' http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080222/wl_mideast_afp/egyptnetherlandsislamfilm_080222183452 (Somalia) Roadside bomb kills 3 civilians in Somalia http://www.gulfnews.com/region/Somalia/10192108.html Algerian forces kill two terrorists, destroy five hideouts - in Ezabin village of Tebaza State http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1073469 (Libya) U.S. ties with Libya strained over new law http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080222/pl_nm/usa_libya_relations_dc (Canada) CSIS opens files on terrorism suspects - Deportations Urged - more details on Almrei, Charkaoui, Harkat, Mahjoub and Jaballah http://www.nationalpost.com/news/story.html?id=327954 (Canada) Ottawa reveals classified files on five terror suspects http://www.nationalpost.com/news/story.html?id=327731 (Spain) Bomb explodes in Spain's Basque country following telephone warning, no injuries http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/23/europe/EU-GEN-Spain-ETA-Bomb.php Spanish election campaign kicks off under tight security http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080222/wl_afp/spainvote Serbia: US embassy staff evacuated after violent protest - on U.S. and other embassies http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1904345723 (UK) Man in court in bomb probe - Dr Sabeel Ahmed applied for bail - charged over the alleged London and Glasgow car bombs plot http://ukpress.google.com/article/ALeqM5ilbAcv6NmtVFCjI4da54V0FkmQZg Indonesian Muslim protesters demand death penalty over Mohammad cartoons http://www.straitstimes.com/Latest%2BNews/Asia/STIStory_209602.html (Thailand) Muslim rebel leader calls for referendum on independence for restive southern Thailand -- Lukman B. Lima heads Pattani United Liberation Organization (PULA) http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/23/asia/AS-GEN-Thailand-Southern-Violence.php (Thailand) Interior Minister says talks with insurgents inevitable http://www.nationmultimedia.com/breakingnews/read.php?newsid=30066202 (Sri Lanka) Bomb explodes on bus in Sri Lanka, 18 injured http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/February/subcontinent_February743.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= Sri Lanka's military says 20 rebels, 1 soldier killed in fighting in country's north http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/23/asia/AS-GEN-Sri-Lanka-Civil-War.php (North Korea) Rice wants full N Korean disclosure on uranium, proliferation http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Top_Headlines/Rice_wants_full_N_Korean_disclosure_on_uranium_proliferation/articleshow/2806889.cms Commentary: When Jihad Came to America - excerpt on Omar Abdel Rahman - from upcoming Andrew McCarthy book - Willful Blindness: A Memoir of the Jihad http://www.commentarymagazine.com/viewarticle.cfm/Special-Preview---br---WHEN-JIHAD-CAME-TO-AMERICA-11244 http://www.amazon.com/Willful-Blindness-Andrew-C-McCarthy/dp/1594032130/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1203775623&sr=8-1 Other News: (Egypt) Religious scholar calls on Muslims to boycott Danish products http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Top_Headlines/Religious_scholar_in_Egypt_calls_for_boycott_of_Danish_products/articleshow/2806603.cms Malaysian polls: Islamists warn of tension -- Malaysia's hardline Islamic opposition party has warned its supporters could "run amok" if the election authorities block its candidates http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/theworld/2008/February/theworld_February797.xml§ion=theworld&col= (India) Hyderabad: Screening of Islamic fim stopped - claims that an Urdu/Hindi movie on Islam -- Al Risalah portrayed Islam in a bad light http://ia.rediff.com/news/2008/feb/23screen.htm Saudi police crack down on flirting in Mecca http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2008/February/middleeast_February265.xml§ion=middleeast&col= (Netherlands) Piggy banks are given the chop as bank tries to attract young Muslims http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/europe/article3419706.ece Report: Italy: Far-right candidate of Moroccan origin says there are too many mosques http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Religion/?id=1.0.1903476838 (UK) Report: The king who wanted Sharia England http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/comment/columnists/graham_stewart/article3378885.ece http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/comment/letters/article3412062.ece (UK) Over half of Britons claim no religion http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/comment/faith/article3412118.ece U.S. says "virtual fence" on border ready for use http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080223/us_nm/usa_immigration_border_dc_4;_ylt=ArCiK5xZgcabwNppFBZD4ZQTv5UB Russia says North Korea seizes ship http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080223/wl_asia_afp/russiankoreashipping_080223043935;_ylt=AknBqZSZCwqOYHJhy9_F2Kt_5GIA (U.S.) Ex-Black Panther member to serve 30 days - Joseph Pannell http://www.washingtontimes.com/article/20080223/NATION/823218322/1002 (U.S.) Clinton Camp Pushes O-Bomber Links: Ignores Her Own Radical Ties http://abcnews.go.com/Blotter/story?id=4330128&page=1 February 22, 2008 PM Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Afghanistan) Taliban sees Canada vulnerable for now: general http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080222/wl_nm/afghan_dc;_ylt=ArYVC4cKN752Q.q0UG6JiAis0NUE (India) 4kg RDX found close to Sonia venue - Explosives when Sonia Gandhi & Shivraj Patil to meet families http://www.telegraphindia.com/1080223/jsp/nation/story_8938711.jsp (India) Fence or no fence, terror tiptoes in http://www.hindustantimes.com/storypage/storypage.aspx?id=dbdee510-0927-442a-9197-5d301a894ce4&MatchID1=4665&TeamID1=10&TeamID2=3&MatchType1=1&SeriesID1=1174&PrimaryID=4665&Headline=Fence+or+no+fence%2c+terror+tiptoes+in (India) Jawans may be acting as terrorists' couriers http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/India/Jawans_may_be_acting_as_terrorists_couriers/rssarticleshow/2806472.cms Saudi-Syrian crisis over Lebanon http://www.metimes.com/International/2008/02/22/saudi-syrian_crisis_over_lebanon/2356/ Hezbollah chief blasts Israel in ceremony marking militant deaths - "disappearance of Israel is inevitable" http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080222/wl_mideast_afp/lebanonhezbollahnasrallah_080222164420 Turkish troops enter Iraq seeking rebels (update) http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080222/ap_on_re_mi_ea/turkey_iraq;_ylt=Aga5ArJu2huvsiP8L5ooByWs0NUE - and see AP Video http://www.clipsyndicate.com/publish/video/523809/raw_video_turkey_launches_incursion_into_iraq?wpid=1817 (Philippines) Military claims JI plans metro bombings over Dulmatin's death http://www.gmanews.tv/story/81717/Military-claims-JI-plans-metro-bombings-over-Dulmatins-death (Philippines) More JI men still in Region 11 - military http://www.gmanews.tv/story/81721/SunStar-More-JI-men-still-in-Region-11---military (Australia) Jihadis use foreign phone networks http://www.theaustralian.news.com.au/story/0,25197,23261325-2702,00.html (Sri Lanka) 45 killed in Lankan clashes, air force bombs Kilinochchi (update) http://www.deepikaglobal.com/ENG4_sub.asp?ccode=ENG4&newscode=14729 Other News: (U.S.) Obama vows to go after Al-Qaida in Pakistan http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/World/USA/Obama_vows_to_go_after_Al-Qaida_in_Pakistan/rssarticleshow/2803906.cms Commentary: Terrorism? What Terrorism? http://www.deanesmay.com/posts/1203632773.shtml http://www.newsweek.com/id/114385 "It is perhaps a paradox—and one that is fitting for the strangeness of our current age—that we will need to end the war against terrorism because we cannot end terrorism." February 22, 2008 Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Iraq) Six killed, 9 wounded in Iraq mosque suicide bomb -- in Fallujah http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/focusoniraq/2008/February/focusoniraq_February64.xml§ion=focusoniraq (Iraq) Two Iraqi policemen killed, six wounded in Tikrit blast http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1073351 (Iraq) Five Iraqis wounded in central Baghdad blast - near bakery in Qathiq Square http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1073345 (Iraq) Al-Sadr extends Mehdi Army cease-fire - for another six months http://www.cnn.com/2008/WORLD/meast/02/22/iraq.main/index.html (Iraq) 'Massive' al-Qaida clearing operation soon -- in northern provinces http://www.upi.com/International_Security/Emerging_Threats/Briefing/2008/02/21/massive_al-qaida_clearing_operation_soon/5493/ (Iraq) Number of female suicide bombers increases http://www.upi.com/International_Security/Emerging_Threats/Briefing/2008/02/21/number_of_female_suicide_bombers_increases/7139/ Iraqi officials say 15 bodies found in Diyala province - on Thursday http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/21/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq-Bodies-Found.php (Afghanistan) A suicide bomber targets Afghan soldiers in eastern Afghanistan, no casualties - in Khost province http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/22/asia/AS-GEN-Afghan-Violence.php (Afghanistan) NATO: Suicide bombs used as propaganda http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080221/ap_on_re_as/afghanistan_1;_ylt=Ars3.q0tMUu0hn9ku3Rk.ZvOVooA (Pakistan) Fifteen killed in an explosion in Swat valley - bus carrying wedding party hits remote controlled bomb http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1073374 -- see also AP report http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080222/ap_on_re_as/pakistan_violence_2;_ylt=Ao84DTv5pTuwVoe.3A9yRXHzPukA (Pakistan) 3 more militants lay down arms in Swat http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\02\22\story_22-2-2008_pg7_24 (Pakistan) Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) guns down three traffic police officers - in Quetta http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\02\22\story_22-2-2008_pg1_5 (Pakistan) Tribesmen and Taliban following political developments with anxiety http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\02\22\story_22-2-2008_pg7_2 Pakistan army chief hails "normalcy" in tribal areas http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/February/subcontinent_February671.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (India J&K) Two insurgents killed along India-Pakistan Line of Control in Kashmir http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1073332 (India J&K) 'Hizb-ul-Mujahideen hiring Pathans for jihad in Valley' http://www.hindustantimes.com/StoryPage/StoryPage.aspx?id=1d72429b-c2c0-4b72-98ff-fb4dc7c70885&ParentID=c74c4381-f7dc-42a3-a2f7-33c5c4e18c92&MatchID1=4665&TeamID1=10&TeamID2=3&MatchType1=1&SeriesID1=1174&PrimaryID=4665&Headline=%e2%80%98Hizb+hiring+Pathans+for+jihad+in+Valley%e2%80%99 (India) Software engineer held in India's Bangalore for suspected terrorist links -- Yahya Khan alleged member of Students Islamic Movement of India (SIMI) http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/February/subcontinent_February704.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (India) E-mail threatens terror attacks in Delhi http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/India/E-mail_threatens_terror_attacks_in_Delhi/articleshow/2805756.cms (India) Shramjivi blast: Terrorists produced in court http://news.webindia123.com/news/Articles/India/20080222/892596.html (India) Four Maoists, one policeman killed in exchange of fire http://news.webindia123.com/news/Articles/India/20080222/892638.html (India) Communist rebels fatally shot 3 villagers in attack on eastern India village, police say http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/22/asia/AS-GEN-India-Militant-Attack.php (India) ULFA kill two "informers" http://news.webindia123.com/news/Articles/India/20080222/892643.html (India) Narco analysis tests of terror suspects postponed http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/India/Narco_analysis_tests_of_terror_suspects_postponed/articleshow/2802363.cms Iran Could Have Enough Uranium for a Bomb by Year's End http://www.spiegel.de/international/world/0,1518,536914,00.html (Iran) UN introduces Iran nuclear sanctions http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2008/February/middleeast_February247.xml§ion=middleeast&col= (Gaza) 200 Protest In Gaza Against Muhammad Cartoon Newspapers http://www.nasdaq.com/aspxcontent/NewsStory.aspx?cpath=20080222\ACQDJON200802220805DOWJONESDJONLINE000534.htm&selected=9999&selecteddisplaysymbol=9999&StoryTargetFrame=_top&mkt=WORLD&chk=unchecked&lang=&link=&headlinereturnpage=http://www.international.na (Israel) Two Kassam rockets land near Sderot http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1203605151537&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Israeli-made materials discovered in Kassam rocket factories http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1203605147861&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Turkish troops launch offensive in northern Iraq - on Friday http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080222/wl_mideast_afp/turkeykurdsunrestiraq_080222123936;_ylt=Asl6VjXr66Hz9pQvC0_qCtpX6GMA -- Iraq PM: Turkey reminded to respect sovereignty http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,23262353-23109,00.html Kurdish rebel official claims 2 Turkish troops killed, 8 wounded in border clashes http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/22/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq-Turkey.php (Germany) Two years jail for Jordanian in terrorist chat conspiracy - Thaer A. originally arrested in Sweden http://www.expatica.com/de/articles/news/Two-years-jail-for-Jordanian-in-terrorist-chat-conspiracy--.html Israel to European Parliament: 'De-facto Hamas recognition will lead to terror attacks in Europe' http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1203605152846&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (EU) West warns Serbia against violence http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080222/wl_nm/kosovo_serbia_dc_74;_ylt=AsLypHfYbYtkmpY8HkpdVz0XxHcA (UK) British Muslim's control order quashed http://www.channel4.com/news/articles/uk/british+muslims+control+order+quashed/1628147 (UK) 'No case' against terror suspect - Cerie Bullivant alleged to plot to fight with Islamists in Syria, Bangladesh - High Court says MI5 had no case, lifts control order http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/7258532.stm (UK) Britain: Foreign minister apologizes for CIA rendition flights http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1900282932 UK: Pakistani police officers want to be involved in counter-terrorism http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/02/uk-pakistani-police-officers-want-to-be.html (Thailand) Three wounded by bomb at Yala university http://www.bangkokpost.com/breaking_news/breakingnews.php?id=126085 (Thailand) 22 injured in bomb explosion at garbage dumping site - in Tak http://www.nationmultimedia.com/breakingnews/read.php?newsid=30066123 http://www.bangkokpost.com/breaking_news/breakingnews.php?id=126083 (Thailand) 3 home-made bombs explode in Narathiwat http://www.nationmultimedia.com/breakingnews/read.php?newsid=30066125 (Australia) Jihad call for maximum damage, trial told - Melbourne Jihadist trial http://www.news.com.au/heraldsun/story/0,21985,23257758-661,00.html (Sri Lanka) Military says 14 rebels, 1 soldier killed in fighting in northern Sri Lanka http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/22/asia/AS-GEN-Sri-Lanka-Civil-War.php Sri Lanka steps up air strikes against Tamil Tigers - on Friday - ground battles left 95 dead Thursday http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/February/subcontinent_February699.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1073279 North Korea opens reactor to foreign media http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080222/ap_on_re_as/nkorea_nuclear_facility_1;_ylt=AgZujHc3wGzWSe_s7t2d8LOCscEA (China) Beijing airport beefs up security http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080222/ap_on_re_as/oly_china_security_1;_ylt=AgD4q.V0f9s9CyUE0oocb1gTv5UB (U.S.) UCLA Seeks Restraining Order Against 'Terrorist' Animal Rights Activists http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,331751,00.html Other News: (UK) Church of England donates cash to aid Muslim prayer http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/comment/faith/article3412244.ece UK: 'This is not England. It is Saudi Arabia' http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/02/uk-this-is-not-england-it-is-saudi.html http://www.dailymail.co.uk/pages/live/articles/news/news.html?in_article_id=516703&in_page_id=1770 http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/england/london/7257695.stm (U.S.) Iraqi pair nabbed in Mexico, headed to U.S. with fake IDs http://www.worldnetdaily.com/index.php?fa=PAGE.view&pageId=57010 (U.S.) Saudi embezzlement case yields new information on how Saudi Arabia funds mosques and in some cases has sought to bring in radical Wahhabi Muslims to the United States (my title) http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080208/NATION04/795782028&template=nextpage (U.S.) State Department Bureaucrats in Iraq http://www.washingtontimes.com/article/20080208/NATION04/795782028 (U.S.) Spy Satellite's Downing Shows a New U.S. Weapon Capability http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/nation/nationalsecurity/index.html?sub=AR (Israel) 'Teacher told me to cover Star of David' http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1203605149259&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull February 21, 2008 PM News Addendum - UnitedStatesAction.com (India) Terror suspect held in Bangalore http://in.news.yahoo.com/indiabroadcast/20080222/r_t_ibn_nl_general/tnl-terror-suspect-held-in-bangalore-3a4f8c1_1.html (India) Madrassa teachers call for jihad against terror groups -- calls for "peaceful jihad" - report quotes convention organizer as saying that "imperialist forces and their supporting media have gone far ahead in propagating that Islam is a terrorist outfit" http://www.newindpress.com/NewsItems.asp?ID=IER20080221003644&Page=R&Title=Kerala&Topic=0 Israeli missile kills two Gaza militants http://nyngan.yourguide.com.au/news/world/general/israeli-missile-kills-two-gaza-militants/1188413.html Turkish Security Council: Turkey to continue cross-border operations http://www.todayszaman.com/tz-web/detaylar.do?load=detay&link=134644 Canada to end Afghan mission in 2011 http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080222/ap_on_re_ca/canada_afghanistan;_ylt=ApDGVDL_aLsrPGfcCXy96GOs0NUE (U.S.) Bush: no compromise on phone immunity in spy bill http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080221/pl_nm/usa_surveillance_bush_dc (Thailand) Islamic insurgency in southern Thailand intensifies as 'hearts and minds' approach fails - Zachary Abuza: "They are taking the breadwinners of the family" http://www.pr-inside.com/islamic-insurgency-in-southern-thailand-intensifie-r450774.htm February 21, 2008 PM Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (U.S.) Ex-prosecutor at Gitmo to aid defense -- of Bin Laden driver Salim Ahmed Hamdan http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080221/ap_on_re_la_am_ca/guantanamo_military_trials_2;_ylt=AggxFppBVoTUwX4sXq7pcUkTv5UB (U.S.) Commentary: Soft Pedaling Radical Islam: The New York Times Discovers the MSA -- by Steven Emerson http://www.investigativeproject.org/article/610 US blames oversight for not revealing terror suspect flights http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080221/wl_afp/usattacksciaprisonersbritainwhouse_080221183410 US fears backlash over terror flights http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080221/ap_on_go_ca_st_pe/cia_rendition_fallout_2;_ylt=AjU8HIzrrNzYcOTWtjIdtSETv5UB (Afghanistan) Taliban bomb-making expertise growing http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080221/ap_on_re_as/afghan_deadlier_attacks_1;_ylt=Ao8Nvwq6eqhY3G1RFX2yw1vOVooA US Treasury freezes assets of Syrian president's cousin http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080221/wl_mideast_afp/ussyriasanctions_080221181704 - See Matthew Levitt's Feb. 20 post http://counterterrorismblog.org/2008/02/treasury_targets_illicit_finan.php - and Treasury press release http://www.treas.gov/press/releases/hp834.htm (West Bank) 14 militants escape West Bank prison http://www.focus-fen.net/?id=n134268 (Iran) US gives IAEA information on Teheran's attempts to make nuclear weapons http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1203605149667&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Expert: Saudi Arabian Bankers Fueling Global Islamic Jihad http://www.israelnationalnews.com/News/News.aspx/125335 (Morocco) Al Manar's Correspondent Among Arrests in Terror Plot (my title) - Abdel Hafiz al-Saryati of Hezbollah's Al Manar TV arrested http://www.naharnet.com/domino/tn/NewsDesk.nsf/getstory?openform&8E27DA9B72806895C22573F5002D9A46 - see U.S. Treasury designation of Al Manar http://www.treas.gov/press/releases/js4134.htm (Serbia) Rioters set fire to US Belgrade embassy over Kosovo http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080221/ts_afp/serbiakosovopolitics_080221194914;_ylt=Asbbs2RSgbkmWS5dZs.bCmMXxHcA (UK) Lawmakers approve house arrest-style scheme for terrorism suspects until 2009 http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/21/europe/EU-GEN-Britain-Terror-Laws.php PKK Criminal Networks and Fronts in Europe http://www.washingtoninstitute.org/templateC05.php?CID=2720 February 21, 2008 Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com Iraqis find house used in rigging cars, other artifact with explosives http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1073107 (Iraq) 4 British troops wounded in Iraq bombing - in Basra http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/iraq;_ylt=AmzVxZbOrSPkS90ejUs5ZZ9X6GMA (Iraq) US now unsure if Iraq bombers mentally handicapped http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/focusoniraq/2008/February/focusoniraq_February57.xml§ion=focusoniraq (Iraq) Lawmaker says al-Sadr statement on cease-fire to be read in mosques on Friday http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/21/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq.php Iraq's Sadr expected to extend militia truce: sources http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080221/ts_nm/iraq_sadr_dc_1;_ylt=Ao1o2Bp02HhL6dxtOLK7Q3ZX6GMA Iraq: Shia cleric could end truce and renew attacks http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1899157613 (Afghanistan) 32 Taliban fighters killed in clashes in southern Afghanistan: Defense Ministry - including Taliban commander Mullah Abdul Bari -- Afghan and foreign special forces operation in southern Helmand province http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/21/asia/AS-GEN-Afghan-Violence.php http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080221/wl_sthasia_afp/afghanistanunresthelmand_080221125521;_ylt=Ar6XL0WhD1bbrrCoPJYwNH3OVooA (Afghanistan) Two militants, NATO soldier killed, seven suspects held in Afghanistan http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1073109 (Pakistan) 'Lal Masjid raid was major reason for PML-Q defeat' http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\02\21\story_21-2-2008_pg7_13 Pakistan: Poll result will boost counter terrorism, says former diplomat http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1896931789 (Pakistan) Moderate urges aid to keep Islamists on run http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/February/subcontinent_February660.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (India J&K) Top Pakistani insurgents killed in Indian-administered Kashmir -- Jaish-e-Muhammad (JeM) http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1073088 (U.S.) Cost of staging a bomb attack: as little as US$10,000, says terrorism expert http://www.straitstimes.com/Latest%2BNews/Singapore/STIStory_208925.html (U.S.) Man arrested in Tampa Airport with box-cutter in hollowed out book, and books on Islam http://www.jihadwatch.org/archives/020040.php http://www2.tbo.com/content/2008/feb/20/man-airport-had-box-cutter-hidden-book/ US urged to curb use of 'dirty bomb' ingredient http://www.reuters.com/article/latestCrisis/idUSN20362582 Israel, Syria holding high-level talks -- Israel expresses willingness to retreat from strategic Golan http://www.worldnetdaily.com/index.php?fa=PAGE.view&pageId=56884 (Israel) 23 terror suspects arrested in the West Bank overnight http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1203518557483&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Israel) Two Kassam rockets strike open areas near Sderot http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1203518557760&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Israel) IAF strikes Kassam rocket-launching cell http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1203518557817&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Israel extends closure of Palestinian offices in Jerusalem, despite pledge to reopen them http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/21/africa/ME-GEN-Israel-Palestinians-Institutions-Closed.php Morocco: Thefts in Europe funded terror ring - update http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/23270932/ http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080221/ap_on_re_af/morocco_terror_ring_2;_ylt=Av.pE7dyUGH6xaLgaZgeFfcTv5UB http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,331638,00.html Moroccan journalist jailed for story on fight against terrorism http://www.earthtimes.org/articles/show/187113,moroccan-journalist-jailed-for-story-on-fight-against-terrorism.html Ethiopia says it foiled kidnap attempt on French and other tourists http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1203518560848&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Al Qaeda in Northern Africa Has Become Pipeline for New Iraq Recruits http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,331512,00.html Tanzania police claim terror plot stopped http://politics.nationmedia.com/inner.asp?sid=1508 (Tajikistan) Islamist Political Party Faces Conflict in Tajikistan http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=19214821 Spain raises terrorism alert ahead of March 9 elections http://www.earthtimes.org/articles/show/187269,spain-raises-terrorism-alert-ahead-of-elections.html Turkish artillery shells suspected Kurdish rebel positions in northern Iraq http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/21/europe/EU-GEN-Turkey-Iraq-Kurds.php http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080221/wl_mideast_afp/iraqunrestturkeykurds_080221121029;_ylt=Aqu6RyctQd4peEaIw3RO2HFX6GMA Serbian army reservists hurl rocks at police, peacekeepers at Kosovo border checkpoint http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/21/europe/EU-GEN-Kosovo-Independence.php Serbs gear up for mass rally to vent anger on Kosovo http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080221/wl_nm/kosovo_serbia_dc_58;_ylt=Aokn9svKM.J2IJp2UU..ADgXxHcA Belgium: Terrorist leader committed six murders http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/02/belgium-terrorist-leader-committed-six.html (UK) No prosecution appeal over terror ruling -- which freed five young Muslims from jail over extremist literature http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/7255050.stm (UK) Terrorism Act tightens the net http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2008/02/21/nlaw121.xml (UK) Join al-Qaeda, we'll lock you up http://www.thesun.co.uk/sol/homepage/news/article826998.ece (UK) Scotland Yard cleared of breaking law in bugging Muslim MP meeting terror suspect http://www.dailymail.co.uk/pages/live/articles/news/news.html?in_article_id=517217&in_page_id=1770 (UK) Britain says U.S. rendition flights used base http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080221/ts_nm/britain_renditions_dc_2;_ylt=AtYIUEX38UyWkIplEfvex1ITv5UB Bhutan arrests 8 rebels from group suspected in bomb blasts as election nears http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/21/asia/AS-GEN-Bhutan-Rebels-Arrested.php (Thailand) 3 injured in wedding shooting by insurgents in Narathiwat http://www.nationmultimedia.com/breakingnews/read.php?newsid=30066053 Philippine officials: plot by al-Qaida-linked group to kill president foiled http://www.thecanadianpress.com/english/online/OnlineFullStory.aspx?filename=w021406A&newsitemid=88450033&languageid=1 (Australia) Terror group threat to 'tie' informer to tree http://www.theage.com.au/news/national/tie-him-up-to-get-truth-court/2008/02/21/1203467246771.html (North Korea) US envoy says optimistic on disarming North Korea http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080221/wl_afp/nkoreanuclearweaponsusjapan_080221073734;_ylt=AsqJSffZw_3cpk34Q8ADw2mCscEA Other News: (Iraq) U.S. Soldier heard 'Allah Akbah' before shot http://www.smh.com.au/news/national/soldier-heard-allah-akbah-before-shot/2008/02/22/1203467291149.html Saudi Arabia: National airline refuse to hire female flight attendants http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/CultureAndMedia/?id=1.0.1899414478 Italy: Sufi Muslims focus on Islam in Rome http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Religion/?id=1.0.1899396954 France won't protect Hirsi Ali in US either http://www.expatica.com/nl/articles/news/France-won_t-protect-Hirsi-Ali-in-US-either.html (Netherlands) Tilburg: More male converts http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/02/tilburg-more-male-converts.html Egyptian Officials, Press Condemn E.U. Resolution Criticizing Human Rights Situation in Egypt: 'The Europeans Think They Are the Masters While All Others Are Slaves' http://memri.org/bin/latestnews.cgi?ID=SD184908 Malaysia's Islamic opposition drops theocracy from platform, promises racial equality http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/21/asia/AS-GEN-Malaysia-Elections.php Jordan admits expelling foreign Christians for 'illegal' preaching http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/20/africa/ME-GEN-Jordan-Christians-Expelled.php (UK) Secret scribbles damage relations with Israel http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/politics/article3406346.ece (Pakistan) U.S. Payments To Pakistan Face New Scrutiny -- Little Accounting for Costs To Support Ally's Troops http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2008/02/20/AR2008022002741.html (U.S.) 3Com nixes deal with Chinese - over national security concerns http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080221/NATION/839822760/1001 (U.S.) Pentagon confident satellite's toxic fuel destroyed http://www.cnn.com/2008/TECH/space/02/21/satellite.shootdown/index.html (U.S.) Black History Month and the contributions of Islam http://www.iviews.com/Articles/articles.asp?ref=MO0802-3521 February 20, 2008 PM Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Iraq) U.S. Special Ops Kill Mastermind Behind Al-Qaeda Suicide Bombings in Iraq http://www.cbn.com/CBNnews/325760.aspx (Iraq) U.S. General David Petraeus reveals plans to scale back Iraq troops http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/iraq/article3406008.ece Iraqi soldiers swap AK-47 for M-16 - More reliable and accurate M-16 raises morale among Iraqi troops http://www.upi.com/International_Security/Emerging_Threats/Briefing/2008/02/20/iraqi_soldiers_swap_ak-47_for_m-16/9196/ (Afghanistan) Taliban bomb skills grow - Making ball-bearing bombs using C-4 explosive and targeting civilians http://cnews.canoe.ca/CNEWS/War_Terror/2008/02/20/4862452-ap.html (India) One killed four injured in Bengal blast http://www.deepikaglobal.com/ENG3_sub.asp?ccode=ENG3&newscode=14577 (U.S.) NEFA works under the radar to interview terrorists, analyze data http://www.charlestoncitypaper.com/gyrobase/Content?oid=oid%3A40668 (U.S.) Drug Smugglers Dig Record Number of Tunnels in 2007 - ABC News: 19 tunnels found under southwest border in 2007 http://abcnews.go.com/Blotter/story?id=4312482&page=1 (Hamas) Israel fears Europe will break boycott of Hamas http://www.haaretz.com/hasen/spages/956465.html Hamas arrests suspect in 'plot' to kill Haniya http://www.haaretz.com/hasen/spages/956465.html (Gaza) Shaken Hamas still in control of Gaza http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080220/ap_on_re_mi_ea/hamas_still_standing;_ylt=Am86VQtx.ZlvTjjJOF2G2lKs0NUE Saudi warnings mark Lebanon jitters - Saudi Arabia, US, & France worried about terrorist reactions http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080220/ap_on_re_mi_ea/lebanon_security_jitters;_ylt=Al6aRpyOrRd0AGcIYqNEPWWs0NUE Moroccan 'terror' network allegedly planned to kill ministers - Al-Qaeda linked "Belliraj group" broken up in Morocco this week http://afp.google.com/article/ALeqM5h-9b8In3GdgsJRjhvzgh2NmTTNDw Morocco bans Islamist party after arrests http://africa.reuters.com/top/news/usnBAN055457.html (Somalia) Ethiopian troops targeted in Somalia countryside http://www.garoweonline.com/artman2/publish/Somalia_27/Ethiopian_troops_targeted_in_Somalia_countryside.shtml Tunisian appeals court upholds death sentence for Islamic militant in broad terror trial http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/21/africa/AF-GEN-Tunisia-Terror-Trial.php (UK) 4,000 company directors listed as global terror suspects and fraudsters http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/uk/crime/article3406152.ece (UK) Islamic Leader Appeals U.S. Extradition - Abu Hamza al-Masri asks British court to block extradition http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2008/02/20/ap/world/main3855254.shtml (UK) Supporters of Muslim cleric protest UK visa refusal - 200 protested Britain's refusal to allow Quaradawi entry http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1203518553895&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (EU) MEPs back reform of EU terror watch-list http://www.upi.com/International_Security/Emerging_Threats/Briefing/2008/02/20/meps_back_reform_of_eu_terror_watch-list/4738/ (France) Paris appeals court to decide next week on frozen Iranian bank assets http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2008/02/20/ap/world/main3855254.shtml French police arrest Basque militant Ane Marie Toyos in Sara http://www.eitb24.com/new/en/B24_87429/politics/POLICE-OPERATION-French-police-arrest-Basque-militant-Ane/ (Philippines) Dulmatin likely alive, says terror expert - Sidney Jones: "we would have heard from other sources" http://www.manilatimes.net/national/2008/feb/21/yehey/top_stories/20080221top7.html Colombian rebels set to free four lawmakers http://www.swissinfo.ch/eng/news/international/Colombian_rebels_to_free_four_lawmakers.html?siteSect=143&sid=8763931&cKey=1203562370000&ty=ti February 20, 2008 Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Iraq) Suicide bomber kills 10 in Iraq market attack - in market of Muqdadiyah, near Baquba http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080220/wl_afp/iraqunrest_080220114857;_ylt=AoaAePd7zugjN5st7AZA6WlX6GMA (Iraq) Al-Sadr threatens to end cease-fire http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080220/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq_080212054578;_ylt=AkXjj7ux0Zz0zWcdz9VuHXhX6GMA (Iraq) Deadly Baghdad blast was 'well-planned ambush' -- Tuesday night attack in Al-Obeidi on Iraq police and soldiers in Shiite area http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080220/wl_mideast_afp/iraqunrestbaghdad_080220105947;_ylt=AqaOXlKzivNBI561sLWOFUxX6GMA (Iraq) Three US soldiers, 8 Iraqi troops killed in attacks - on Tuesday in northwest Baghdad and Ubaydi http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/focusoniraq/2008/February/focusoniraq_February51.xml§ion=focusoniraq (Iraq) Al-Qaida in Iraq attacking local security http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2008/02/20/al-qaida_in_iraq_attacking_local_security/3977/ (Iraq) US military: women bombers underwent psychiatric treatment, no indication they had Down syndrome http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/20/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq-US-Military.php (Afghanistan) Taliban kidnap two Afghan officials: Ministry http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1072815 (Afghanistan) US coalition troops detain 22 suspects in two raids in southern Afghanistan http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/20/asia/AS-GEN-Afghan-Violence.php (Afghanistan) Taliban defeat will take years: US general http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080220/wl_sthasia_afp/afghanistanunrestustaliban_080220123151;_ylt=AsRhTKDTxzd5rITZEIAwryrOVooA (Pakistan) Mullahs lose NWFP political control after five years http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\02\20\story_20-2-2008_pg1_11 Indian police seize 4 kgs of uranium from smugglers http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\02\20\story_20-2-2008_pg7_42 (India) Hand grenade at Howrah station triggers alarm http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/February/subcontinent_February621.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (India J&K) J&K TADA court awards 8-year jail to Pak terrorist http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/India/JK_TADA_court_awards_8-year_jail_to_Pak_terrorist/articleshow/2798768.cms (U.S.) South Carolina Pipe Bomb Plot: Evidence questioned in explosives case http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080220/ap_on_re_us/explosives_arrest_2;_ylt=AtMNfH3PoC.R0837Ac3T8KATv5UB Kuwaiti lawyers sue Shiite MPs over rally to mourn slain Hezbollah commander http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080220/wl_mideast_afp/lebanonhezbollahkuwaitjustice_080220131623;_ylt=AvGQR59Lm.9McNztH.DOo7vagGI (Lebanon) Killed Hezbollah man Mughniyeh revered in hometown http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080220/ap_on_re_mi_ea/lebanon_militant_1;_ylt=AsRpE2unIKSOld6wg9ZVvV3agGIB Report: 'Mughniyeh hit was only the first step' http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1203343709715&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Iran says atomic drive brings powers "to their knees" http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080220/wl_nm/iran_nuclear_president_dc_3;_ylt=AiO6Y0J1ZFsSUfVerzs_97hSw60A (Iran) Nuclear watchdog has enough info on Iran: Larijani http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080220/wl_mideast_afp/irannuclearpoliticsdiplomacyuneu_080220102809;_ylt=Aoydt29ENU_GkQFY0bwk0jhSw60A Iranian opposition group claims Tehran accelerated alleged nuclear weapons program http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/20/europe/EU-GEN-Belgium-Iran-Nuclear.php (Iran) Ahmadinejad in new attack on 'savage animal' Israel http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080220/wl_afp/mideastiranisraelconflictpolitics_080220125706;_ylt=AteBWK92pVtJcIOZJAZ0kQxSw60A Palestinians should follow Kosovo example: negotiator http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080220/wl_mideast_afp/mideastconflictpalestiniankosovo_080220131104;_ylt=AnbpEPEEE.0pWAGgB1f9mWgXxHcA (Israel) IDF arrests 6 Palestinian suspects in W. bank, Jordan Valley http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1203343708562&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Israel) Terrorists Fire Rocket at Sderot http://www.israelnationalnews.com/News/Flash.aspx/141869 Rocketing Toward War -- "Qassams raining from the sky -- sometimes as many as 40 a day" http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2008/02/18/AR2008021801539.html (Egypt) 87 members of banned Muslim Brotherhood arrested in continued crackdown http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/20/africa/ME-GEN-Egypt-Brotherhood-Arrests.php (Algeria) Al-Qaeda Maghreb To Algerian Berbers: Join Our Jihad Against The Regime http://www.thememriblog.org/blog_personal/en/5555.htm (Morocco) Teachers and police among Moroccan jihadist suspects http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080219/wl_nm/security_morocco_dc_1 (Kenya) Terror suspects may have been deported http://www.nationmedia.com/dailynation/nmgcontententry.asp?category_id=1&newsid=117234 (Sudan/Chad) Jihadi regime - by Walid Phares http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080220/EDITORIAL/922516666 Sudan army kills 50 in Darfur http://www.theaustralian.news.com.au/story/0,25197,23249492-12377,00.html (UK) Muslim school 'photocopied race hate textbooks before shredding them' -- school attended by children of Jihadist Abu Hamza http://www.dailymail.co.uk/pages/live/articles/news/news.html?in_article_id=516703&in_page_id=1770 http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2008/02/21/nfahad121.xml NATO peacekeepers close off roads between Kosovo and Serbia http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/20/news/Kosovo-Independence.php (Australia) Terror suspects 'sought jihad backing' - Melbourne trial http://www.theaustralian.news.com.au/story/0,25197,23245923-2702,00.html Australia says job is done for soldiers in Iraq http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/focusoniraq/2008/February/focusoniraq_February50.xml§ion=focusoniraq (Thailand) Man burnt alive in Thailand -- Buddhist shot and set ablaze by suspected Islamic separatists in Pattani http://www.dawn.com/2008/02/20/top18.htm (Philippines) Terror expert doubts JI bomber Dulmatin is dead http://newsinfo.inquirer.net/breakingnews/nation/view/20080220-120105/Terror-expert-doubts-JI-bomber-Dulmatin-is-dead (Philippines) 2 Filipinos nabbed in terror raid from decent family http://newsinfo.inquirer.net/breakingnews/regions/view/20080220-120124/2-Filipinos-nabbed-in-terror-raid-from-decent-family (Philippines) Biazon wants Trillanes to testify on Glorietta ‘bomb plot’ http://newsinfo.inquirer.net/breakingnews/metro/view/20080219-119942/Biazon-wants-Trillanes-to-testify-on-Glorietta-bomb-plot Sri Lanka push into rebel north leaves many dead http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080220/wl_sthasia_afp/srilankaunrest (Sri Lanka) Three Sri Lankan soldiers killed in rebel attack http://www.earthtimes.org/articles/show/187017,three-sri-lankan-soldiers-killed-in-rebel-attack.html North Korea denies uranium program: U.S. envoy says http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080220/ts_nm/korea_north_uranium_dc_1;_ylt=AvW1VMvXkl6qqI5xdL8ubGOCscEA (North Korea) U.S. presses N. Korea on Syria -- mounting evidence that North Korea gave nuclear assistance to Syria http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080220/FOREIGN/435014368/1001 France's Kouchner traveling to Venezuela, Colombia for talks on FARC hostages http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/20/europe/EU-GEN-France-Colombia.php British army dismantles bomb in Northern Ireland mail-sorting center http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/20/europe/EU-GEN-NIreland-Mail-Bomb.php Other News: Sweden: Muslims required to divorce according to Sharia law http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/02/sweden-muslims-required-to-divorce.html (UK) Sharia loans already in Birmingham http://icbirmingham.icnetwork.co.uk/birminghampost/business/2008/02/20/sharia-loans-already-in-birmingham-65233-20500289/ UK: Growth in Sharia mortgages http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/02/uk-growth-in-sharia-mortgages.html http://www.yourmortgage.co.uk/showPage.html?page=3625040 Malaysian Islamic groups demand stronger role for Islam ahead of polls http://www.newspress.com/Top/Article/article.jsp?Section=WORLD&ID=565248126265722366 Indonesian Muslims rally against Danish cartoon http://africa.reuters.com/world/news/usnJAK39904.html Little Mosque to come to Europe http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/02/little-mosque-to-come-to-europe.html France: Mosque disagreements end in violence http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/02/france-mosque-disagreements-end-in.html Denmark riots debate http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/02/denmark-riots-debate.html Iran: 70 year old man gets four months in jail and 30 lashes for walking dog in streets http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1892967009 Palestinian Terrorist leaders applaud Sharon Stone's anti-war remarks -- Declare statements by actress 'reinforce what we have been saying all along' http://www.worldnetdaily.com/index.php?fa=PAGE.view&pageId=56828 MEMRI: American Political Scientist Norman Finkelstein: 'Israel Has to Suffer a Defeat' -- "I was of course happy to meet the Hizbullah people, because it is a point of view that is rarely heard in the United States. I have no problem saying that I do want to express solidarity with them, and I am not going to be a coward or a hypocrite about it." http://memri.org/bin/latestnews.cgi?ID=SD184808 http://www.memritv.org/clip/en/1676.htm (U.S.) How to Hack Into a Boeing 787 http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,331088,00.html Against Nazi News: Former Nazi Extradited to Italy To Serve Jail Term http://www.israelnationalnews.com/News/Flash.aspx/141899 February 19, 2008 PM Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (U.S.) Court rejects ACLU challenge to wiretaps http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080219/ap_on_go_su_co/scotus_domestic_spying (U.S.) Jihadist Web Site Taken Down - Alhesbah, based in Tampa, the largest and oldest jihadi forum for al-Qaida and global jihad http://www2.tbo.com/content/2008/feb/19/me-al-qaida-web-site-hosted-by-tampa-internet-comp/ Analysis: Terrorist use of the Internet - Report says media must help governments prevent recruitment - Evan Kohlmann cited http://www.metimes.com/Security/2008/02/18/analysis_terrorist_use_of_the_internet/c760/ -- PDF report http://www.ewi.info/pdf/Videopower.pdf Iraqi police ordered to round up mentally disabled to foil al-Qaida http://www.nydailynews.com/news/us_world/2008/02/19/2008-02-19_iraqi_police_ordered_to_round_up_mentall.html?ref=rss (Iraq) Rocket blast kills Iraqi police - At least 8 dead http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/middle_east/7253956.stm Iraq delays trial of 2 accused of aiding Sadr militia http://www.iht.com/articles/2008/02/19/mideast/iraq.php (Nigeria) MEND leader reportedly killed, Nigeria armed group says http://www.turkishpress.com/news.asp?id=215993 Nigeria denies militant's death http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/africa/7253732.stm (Canada) Mock 'dirty bomb' attack tests Canada's terror response http://afp.google.com/article/ALeqM5jvcHKEDWvWp7BT1ckemtWLe_ArAA Kyrgyzstan says uncovers al Qaeda cell http://www.reuters.com/article/newsOne/idUSL1955485020080219 (Australia) Hicks kept 'jihad diary' -- Hicks: "Muslims fight against Jews and they kill them" http://www.news.com.au/adelaidenow/story/0,22606,23244860-5006301,00.html (New Zealand) Three more in court linked to terror raids http://www.nzherald.co.nz/section/1/story.cfm?c_id=1&objectid=10493464 (Philippines) Army arrests Indonesian terror suspect -- Jemaah Islamiya (JI) operative Mohamad Baehaqi, alias Salman and Latif Tatoh http://newsinfo.inquirer.net/inquirerheadlines/regions/view/20080220-119951/Army-arrests-Indonesian-terror-suspect (China) Separatists plot Olympic attacks: Chinese official http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080219/wl_nm/olympics_beijing_security_dc Other News: (U.S.) Commentary: State Dept "Coddling Islamists" by Winfield Myers -- regarding Pentagon consultant Muqtedar Khan http://frontpagemagazine.com/Articles/Read.aspx?GUID=E52FE637-6B15-4143-9779-E4F188884700 February 19, 2008 Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Iraq) 15 killed, eight injured in Iraqi violence -- in Baquaba, Waziriya district, Al Dujel, Tikrit - two Saudi militants, one Algerian militant captured in Samarra http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/focusoniraq/2008/February/focusoniraq_February49.xml§ion=focusoniraq Iraqi anti-insurgent leader, family killed - in Diyala http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2008/02/19/iraqi_anti-insurgent_leader_family_killed/1942/ (Iraq) Five Iraqis killed in insurgent attack on Victory Base http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1072326 Iraq: US troops detain 6 al-Qaida-linked suspects in raids in Baghdad and to the north http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/19/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq-Raids.php (Afghanistan) Third attack in Afghanistan's Kandahar, one dead - car bomb http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080219/wl_afp/afghanistanunrest_080219123714;_ylt=Apla8MNe2XS1WXIzZVt1KzPOVooA (Pakistan) Report: U.S. strikes within Pakistan — without notice -- Unilateral attack on al-Qaeda commander called a model for operations http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/23228197/ (Pakistan) Anti-terror pact reached with NW tribesmen http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008%5C02%5C19%5Cstory_19-2-2008_pg7_8 (Pakistan) Reported New "Peace Agreement" Between Tribes and Authorities in North Waziristan -- by Andrew Cochran http://counterterrorismblog.org/2008/02/reported_new_peace_agreement_b.php (Pakistan) 24 killed in poll violence - Five dead in Khairpur, three in Mansehra, nearly 200 injured in clashes across Pakistan http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\02\19\story_19-2-2008_pg1_8 Pakistan's ruling party concedes defeat http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080219/ap_on_re_as/pakistan_election_40;_ylt=AtvfsdF_HMPkzNkfH5BGEADzPukA (Pakistan) President Pervez Musharraf's political allies appear to have lost their grip over Pakistan parliament http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\02\19\story_19-2-2008_pg1_1 (Pakistan) Musharraf rejects calls to quit, not presidential election http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/World/Pakistan/Musharraf_rejects_calls_to_quit/articleshow/2796136.cms (Pakistan) Islamists face heavy losses in Pakistan vote: TV http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/February/subcontinent_February587.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= Indian official warns over Pakistan nukes http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080219/wl_sthasia_afp/indiapakistannuclearpolitics_080219070144;_ylt=Ah5RtiVt1vCKiyBIj6HNHsfzPukA (U.S.) Amtrak to add screenings, bomb-sniffing dogs - mobile unit to check northeast corridor route - more details to be released today http://www.cnn.com/2008/US/02/18/amtrak.security/index.html Trinidad OKs extradition of 3 in JFK terror plot http://abclocal.go.com/wabc/story?section=news/local&id=5965050 (Cuba) Castro resigns as president, state-run paper reports http://edition.cnn.com/2008/WORLD/americas/02/19/castro/ Leaderless Jihad: Terror Networks in the Twenty First Century http://washingtontimes.com/article/20080219/EDITORIAL/417247181/1013 (U.S.) Impressions of Terrorism, Drawn From Court Files -- Jeffrey Breinholt quoted http://www.nytimes.com/2008/02/19/us/19bar.html?_r=2&sq=impressions%20of%20terrorism&st=nyt&adxnnl=1&oref=slogin&scp=1&pagewanted=print&adxnnlx=1203431073-6uFqM+JyDpxS503rRKuH8w Iranian VP meets with IAEA officials http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080218/ap_on_re_mi_ea/nuclear_agency_iran_1;_ylt=Ap1EZWbjYORe7_hX6R0tIAxSw60A Iran sentences journalist to death on terrorism charge http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/19/africa/ME-GEN-Iran-Death-Sentence.php Lebanon seeks death penalty for Islamist militia chief -- Shaker al-Abssi, head of the Fatah al-Islam group http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080219/wl_mideast_afp/lebanonunrestpalestinianabssijustice_080219124819;_ylt=AttxXEJNemgSt19I1O769gnagGIB Lebanon: Accused bus bombers face death penalty http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,23244293-23109,00.html (Gaza) Israeli troops kill Palestinian militant in Gaza http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2008/February/middleeast_February221.xml§ion=middleeast&col= Fatah's 'military wing' named for slain Hezbollah leader Mughniyah http://www.worldnetdaily.com/index.php?fa=PAGE.view&pageId=56697 (Israel) 5 Kassam rockets hit western Negev http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1203343701262&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Israel: UN official's remarks encourage terrorism http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1203343699272&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Egypt police detain 13 Islamist students - sources -- affiliated with the Muslim Brotherhood http://africa.reuters.com/country/EG/news/usnB900685.html Morocco: Police smash alleged terror cell, arresting 23 http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1891612427 Moroccan politician and Hezbollah reporter held on terrorism charges -- Mae El Ainain Abadila http://www.earthtimes.org/articles/show/186814,moroccan-politician-and-reporter-held-on-terrorism-charges--summary.html 6 Somalis killed in latest fighting http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/19/africa/AF-GEN-Somalia.php Turkey weighing land operation vs PKK in Iraq: TV http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080219/wl_nm/turkey_iraq_rebels_dc_1;_ylt=AjVKv4eybKj9Y5HJMeieSKbtfLkA (Norway) Security agency warns of rising radicalism in Norway http://www.aftenposten.no/english/local/article2264811.ece (Norway) Islamic extremists pose rising challenge to Norway, police intelligence agency says http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/19/europe/EU-GEN-Norway-Terror-Assessment.php (Kosovo) Organization of the Islamic Conference backs Kosovo independence http://www.middle-east-online.com/english/?id=24419 (Kosovo) UNSC meets in emergency session to debate the future status of Kosovo http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1203343699504&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Serbs set fire to border crossings http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,23243898-23109,00.html (UK) Kidnap plot revealed by MI5 bug - and transcript http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/uk/7242891.stm http://www.guardian.co.uk/uk/2008/feb/18/uksecurity2 (UK) Anti-social behavior orders, not control orders, for terror suspects http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2008/02/19/nasbos119.xml (Canada) Algerian terror suspect Mohamed Harkat will not forfeit funds for bail breach http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080218/wl_canada_afp/canadaattacksarrestsecurityjustice_080218183338;_ylt=AjGDbOl8.H45KAvczMGW0f16CC8A Philippines arrests terror suspects http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080219/ap_on_re_as/philippines_terror_suspect US, Philippine experts begin DNA test on suspected remains of Indonesian terror suspect http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/19/asia/AS-GEN-Philippines-Bali-Bomber.php (Philippines) Asian police here to train on bio-terror http://globalnation.inquirer.net/news/breakingnews/view/20080219-119824/Asian-cops-here-to-train-on-bio-terror (Philippines) US ambassador Kristie Kenney meets Philippines Muslim rebel chief -- Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) chairman Muhammad Murad http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080219/pl_afp/philippinesusmuslimpeace;_ylt=A9G_R3CJ6bpHn1ABQRtvaA8F (Philippines) U.S. assures Muslim rebels on Philippine exercises http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080219/pl_nm/philippines_rebels_usa_dc (Australia) Group wanted 'jihad training' - court http://www.theaustralian.news.com.au/story/0,25197,23239350-5006785,00.html (Australia) Terror suspects discussed killing Australian PM, court told -- Abdullah Merhi: "If John Howard kills innocent families... Muslims, do we have to kill him?" http://afp.google.com/article/ALeqM5jx7tIVQE2i49uJTTAZlfhHycvLIw (Australia) Restrictions Eased on Terror Supporter David Hicks http://ap.google.com/article/ALeqM5iZyTD-nJ-xU78lYxZMfUmD9flWWAD8UTAC780 (Myanmar) Small bomb blasts in eastern Myanmar: report http://afp.google.com/article/ALeqM5iD4yWgvPe-sWRnZhYQVv1frVEaeA (Sri Lanka) 25 LTTE rebels, two govt troopers killed in N Sri Lanka clashes http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1885498&Language=en Mexico City tightens security after fatal blast http://webmail.pas.earthlink.net/wam/msg.jsp?msgid=23011&folder=INBOX&isSeen=true&x=-1073283921 Other News: (Belarus) Freedom Remains Elusive for Journalist in Belarus Jailed For Printing Islamic Cartoons -- Aleksandr Sdvizhkov http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,331188,00.html Denmark: Islamic Society accused of being radicals/apostates http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/02/denmark-islamic-society-accused-of.html Denmark: Muhammad cartoonist kicked out of hotel http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/02/denmark-muhammad-cartoonist-kicked-out.html Denmark: Honor crime count http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/02/denmark-honor-crime-count.html Norway: Security service to recruit Muslims http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/02/norway-security-service-to-recruit.html (Netherlands) KLM turns away Geert Wilders -- airline KLM refused to take Geert Wilders on a flight to Moscow on Monday morning. http://www.expatica.com/nl/articles/news/KLM-turns-away-Geert-Wilders.html France: Gang to face trial for brutal murder of French Jew http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/02/france-gang-to-face-trial-for-brutal.html (Belgium) Top UN anti-terrorism official condemns linkage of terror with Islam http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1885487&Language=en Saudi hit back over woman held in cafe -- Saudi Arabia's religious police threaten to sue a journalist http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2008/February/middleeast_February225.xml§ion=middleeast&col= (U.S.) Journalist Who Exposes U.N. Corruption Disappears From Google -- Matthew Lee http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,331106,00.html February 18, 2008 PM Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Iraq) Rockets kill 5 near Baghdad airport -- 16 wounded http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080218/wl_afp/iraqunrestbaghdad_080218200446;_ylt=AqEwUWx2gYZycWXi9wmiGiRX6GMA (Iraq) Al Qaeda sows fear after sunset in Iraq's north http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080218/ts_nm/iraq_north_alqaeda_dc (Iraq) U.S. military: Rogue Shiite leader is caught http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/18/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq.php (Iraq) Admiral: Al Qaeda in Iraq 'killing off' former allies http://www.cnn.com/2008/WORLD/meast/02/18/alqaeda.sunnis/index.html (Pakistan) Statement by 30 Prominent Pakistani Islamic Scholars: "The Taliban Are Not Terrorists; Do Not Look Through American Eyes at [Those You Call] 'Terrorists'" http://memri.org/bin/latestnews.cgi?ID=SD184608 Afghan bomb attacks to increase this year: NATO http://www.reuters.com/article/topNews/idUSL1862856920080218 Lebanese prosecutor indicts 56 people accused of belonging to militant groups http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/18/africa/ME-GEN-Lebanon-Militants.php Israel: Patriot missiles deployed amid fears of a Hezbollah attack http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1889156539 (Gaza) Palestinian Popular Resistance Committees: 'Bomb, slaughter Danes due to republication of Muhammad caricatures' http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1203343697751&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (India) Reserve Bank of India (RBI) puts banks on terror alert http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Business/India_Business/RBI_puts_banks_on_terror_alert/articleshow/2793341.cms (India J&K) Kashmir: The autumn of the jihad? http://www.hindu.com/2008/02/19/stories/2008021953140800.htm Kosovo Crowd Chants "KLA" for "Kosovo Liberation Army" (my title) http://www.nysun.com/article/71407 (U.S.) Man arrested at airport with training grenades -- TSA detected devices as 20-year-old tried to get through security http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/23222422/ (Algeria) Prison, Fine For "Long Live Al-Qaeda" Graffiti In Algeria http://www.thememriblog.org/blog_personal/en/5496.htm Mauritania releases 8 detained after Israeli Embassy attack http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/18/africa/AF-GEN-Mauritania-Embassy-Attack.php Report: "Nigeria: Al-Qaeda Suspect Tortured By SSS Gives Evidence Today" http://allafrica.com/stories/200802181324.html (UK) Kidnap leader Parviz Khan 'showed off bomb ingredients' http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2008/02/18/nkidnap518.xml (UK) The four who were on trial with Parviz Khan http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2008/02/18/nkidnap618.xml Turkey readies for ground operation - in North Iraq in spring http://www.todayszaman.com/tz-web/detaylar.do?load=detay&link=134248 (Philippines) Bali bomber's body may be in Philippines -- Ammar Usman aka Dulmatin http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080218/ap_on_re_as/philippines_bali_bomber Other News: Iran: Father 'stones 14-year-old daughter to death' http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Politics/?id=1.0.1889385027 Saudi Arabia: New boycott against Danish goods after cartoon row http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1888754574 Danes clash on web in Prophet row http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/europe/7247286.stm Against Nazi News: German Professor Manifesto: 'Nazi Germany helped establish Israel' http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1203343697375&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull February 18, 2008 Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Afghanistan) Suicide car bomber kills 35 in Afghanistan -- suicide car bomber detonated near Canadian military convoy in Spin Boldak http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080218/ts_afp/afghanistanunrestblast_080218121621;_ylt=AqxqeCLBv0MaToHWYASxl9vOVooA (Afghanistan) Toll passes 100 dead in Sunday Afghan bomb attack - in Kandahar http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/February/subcontinent_February550.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (Afghanistan) Explosion kills British soldier on Afghanistan patrol http://www.viewlondon.co.uk/news/explosion-kills-british-soldier-on-afghanistan-pa-18471619.html Pakistanis brave violence to vote in key election http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080218/ts_afp/pakistanvote_080218123337;_ylt=Akpp6TLpv00nySDhsbhgsw3zPukA Pakistani candidate killed at polling station -- Swat violence - Ashif Ashraf shot dead in Lahore, polling station blown up in Shakardara http://story.irishsun.com/index.php/ct/9/cid/2411cd3571b4f088/id/328733/cs/1/ (Pakistan) Women stopped from voting in northwest Pakistan http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,23236877-23109,00.html http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/World/Pakistan/Women_stopped_from_voting_in_Pakistan/articleshow/2791830.cms (Pakistan) Policeman killed, candidate injured in separate attacks - on outskirt of Quetta http://www.dawn.com/2008/02/18/top9.htm (Pakistan) Two officials escape blasts in Swat http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\02\18\story_18-2-2008_pg7_12 (Pakistan) Bhutto Assassination was planned, financed by Taliban's Baitullah: police http://www.dawn.com/2008/02/18/top5.htm Pakistan: Peace agreement revived in border region http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1888405961 (Iraq) Blasts kill 2 in Baghdad - bobby-trapped car blast - also policeman killed in Tikrit blast http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1072134 (Iraq) Tribal force attacks al-Qaeda insurgents, seizes weapons in Iraq -- in Samarra http://news.monstersandcritics.com/middleeast/news/article_1391708.php/Tribal_force_attacks_al-Qaeda_insurgents_seizes_weapons_in_Iraq (Iraq) US troops build forts in Al Qaeda's stronghold - in Mosul http://www.dawn.com/2008/02/18/int13.htm Al-Qaeda in Iraq Offers Palestinians Military and Economic Aid – And Help in Manufacturing Rockets http://memri.org/bin/latestnews.cgi?ID=SD184508 (India) Delhi placed on high terror alert http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Delhi_placed_on_high_terror_alert/articleshow/2792129.cms (India) Suspected insurgent killed in Northeast India -- Md Jakub killed in Manipur http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1072094 (India) 5 government soldiers, 3 Maoist rebels killed in fresh gunbattle in India, say police -- in Bijapur district of Chattisgarh http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/18/asia/AS-GEN-India-Militant-Attack.php (India) "Terrorists manipulating stock markets": BJP http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Terrorists_manipulating_stock_markets_BJP/articleshow/2789839.cms (U.S.) Damage from U.S. extremists a concern http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080217/ap_on_re_us/domestic_extremists_1;_ylt=Ag1akj40nA_TRr8p4Lwm_9YTv5UB Iran predicts 'destruction' of Israel by Hezbollah http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080218/wl_mideast_afp/iranisraelpoliticssyrialebanon_080218115101;_ylt=ArsbwUZ6LzH82m1ICR40s8RSw60A http://www.gulfnews.com/region/Iran/10190690.html Iran says Allah protects nuclear program http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080217/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iran_nuclear_1;_ylt=AuFY0xUvDOj.dnYFy4EYZAVSw60A U.S. Intelligence chief says Hezbollah, Syria may have killed Mughniyeh http://www.wavy.com/Global/story.asp?S=7885494 (Gaza) Palestinian gunmen fire at troops near Gaza border fence http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1203283469866&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Israel Prime Minister: Hamas is responsible for everything that happens in Gaza http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1203283470058&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Israel) 2 Kassam rockets land in Sdot Negev region http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1203283469787&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Palestinian Authority: 'Palestinian government' in Israel within weeks http://www.worldnetdaily.com/index.php?fa=PAGE.view&pageId=56623 Egyptian police uncover 100 kilograms TNT explosives cache near Gaza border http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/18/africa/ME-GEN-Egypt-Explosives-Cache.php Report: An Al-Qaeda leader of the North African branch will surrender soon http://www.ech-chorouk.com/english/modules.php?name=News&file=article&sid=9004 (Kenya) Police query six men over terror claims http://www.nationmedia.com/dailynation/nmgcontententry.asp?category_id=1&newsid=117075 (Niger) Two Al-Qaeda terrorists killed northern Niger http://www.elkhabar.com/quotidienFrEn/?ida=97809&idc=114 (Yemen) Al-Qaeda in Yemen primarily targets oil industry: US study http://www.newsyemen.net/en/view_news.asp?sub_no=3_2008_02_17_7094 Nigerian militants ask for US mediation in oil crisis http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/18/africa/AF-GEN-Nigeria-Oil-Unrest.php (UK) Soldier kidnap plotter given life -- Parviz Khan http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/7250697.stm (UK) Leader 'groomed children for terrorism': Parviz Khan http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2008/02/18/nkidnap218.xml (UK) Sixth man accused of plot to behead soldier cleared -- Amjad Mahmood http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2008/02/18/nkidnap118.xml (UK) Hacking and denial of service attacks are acts of terrorism, says watchdog http://www.computerweekly.com/Articles/2008/02/18/229451/hacking-and-denial-of-service-attacks-are-acts-of-terrorism-says.htm "Free Kosovo a Door for Islamic Radicals" - by John Bolton http://www.javno.com/en/world/clanak.php?id=124499 Europe, US caution against violence in independent Kosovo http://news.monstersandcritics.com/europe/news/article_1391646.php/Europe_US_caution_against_violence_in_independent_Kosovo__Roundup_ http://www.dailymail.co.uk/pages/live/articles/news/worldnews.html?in_article_id=515296&in_page_id=1811 Bush: 'The Kosovars are now independent' http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/18/africa/AF-GEN-Bush-Kosovo.php Serbia to 'annul' Kosovo independence http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,23236890-23109,00.html (France and Spain) Police seek evidence after four ETA arrests in France http://www.expatica.com/es/articles/news/Police-seek-evidence-after-four-ETA-arrests-in-France.html (Spain) Basque nationalists applaud Kosovo example http://www.expatica.com/es/articles/news/Basque-nationalists-applaud-Kosovo-example.html (Spain) "ETA has lost initiative," claims anti-terror report http://www.expatica.com/es/articles/news/_ETA-has-lost-initiative__-claims-anti_terror-report.html (Canada) Special advocates to defend terror suspects http://www.canada.com/vancouversun/news/story.html?id=4677ad3d-d757-471d-b32d-6bd9cba15443&k=26679 (South Asia) Al Qaeda still remains strong in South Asia http://www.gulf-times.com/site/topics/article.asp?cu_no=2&item_no=202292&version=1&template_id=36&parent_id=16 (Asia-Pac) Coordinating air power in countering terrorism urged at conference http://www.earthtimes.org/articles/show/186444,coordinating-air-power-in-countering-terrorism-urged-at-conference.html (Australia) Hardline imams sought to fight terror -- Australian security agencies urged by UK to work with fundamentalist Salafi clerics to stop extremism in Australia http://www.theaustralian.news.com.au/story/0,25197,23230521-2702,00.html Sri Lanka says Kosovo decision a threat to nations http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/February/subcontinent_February544.xml§ion=subcontinent East Timor arrests four in attack on prime minster http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/18/asia/AS-GEN-East-Timor.php (North Korea) U.S. envoy on North Korea in Beijing for talks http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080218/pl_nm/korea_north_china_dc_1;_ylt=ArEdhJEdFLVZrX_pn3E_CDiCscEA (China) 2 killed in China police raid on alleged terrorist hide-out, report says http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/18/asia/AS-GEN-China-Terror-Raid.php (China) Olympics: China troops will get anti-terrorism training http://www.honoluluadvertiser.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080218/BREAKING02/80218008/1032/BREAKING02 Other News: (U.S.) Commentary on MAS President Esam Omeish's Positions on Suicide Bombers -- Title: A "Good" Suicide Bomber? by Joe Kaufman http://frontpagemagazine.com/Articles/Read.aspx?GUID=B0E781D4-02BF-4BF0-8CC8-2A44D9793AE5 (U.S.) Florida: Al-Qaeda Linked Mosque Breaks Ground In Boca Raton http://www.pipelinenews.org/index.cfm?page=boca2.17.08.htm http://www.frontpagemag.com/Articles/Read.aspx?GUID={FB47D145-E8C5-41AD-ACE8-23F219F6F1A5} "UK to issue west's first Islamic bonds" http://www.ft.com/cms/s/0/fd3c3728-f0fc-11db-838b-000b5df10621.html?nclick_check=1 (UK) Sharia bonds may help to fill the public purse http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2008/02/17/nbonds117.xml (UK) New sharia row over Chancellor's plans for 'Islamic bonds' http://www.dailymail.co.uk/pages/live/articles/news/news.html?in_article_id=515248&in_page_id=1770&ct=5 (UK) BBC: Islam and the apostasy debate http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/world/middle_east/7250532.stm (UK) More British Muslims seek Sharia law http://www.brunei-online.com/bb/mon/feb18w10.htm http://www.middle-east-online.com/english/?id=24386 French police arrest 33 in Paris riot raids http://www.guardian.co.uk/world/2008/feb/18/france?gusrc=rss&feed=worldnews Paris: French police swoop on Paris riot town http://www.expatica.com/fr/articles/news/French-police-swoop-on-Paris-riot-town.html http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/02/paris-french-police-swoop-on-paris-riot.html Norway: Teenage converts http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/02/norway-teenage-converts.html Iran: OIC chief outraged over Denmark press blaspheming Islam http://mathaba.net/rss/?x=582186 February 17, 2008 PM Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Afghanistan) Anti-Taliban commander killed in Afghanistan blast http://news.xinhuanet.com/english/2008-02/17/content_7619256.htm (Iraq) Ex-Iraqi health officials face trial. Official accused of allowing Shiite death squads to use ambulances and government hospitals to carry out kidnappings and killings, officials said. http://www.todayszaman.com/tz-web/detaylar.do?load=detay&link=134287 (Iraq/Turkey) PKK members killed in leadership battle http://www.todayszaman.com/tz-web/detaylar.do?load=detay&link=134287 (Gaza) IDF exit plan: Gaza invasion will bring multinational force http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1203283464049&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Diplomatic row erupts between UK and Spain over extradition of September 11 suspect http://www.dailymail.co.uk/pages/live/articles/news/news.html?in_article_id=515152&in_page_id=1766&ito=1490 (Gaza) Rocket hits Egyptian building at Rafah crossing http://news.xinhuanet.com/english/2008-02/17/content_7619344.htm Hamas accuses Arab intelligence of selling Hamas leaders' info to Israel, U.S. http://news.xinhuanet.com/english/2008-02/17/content_7619065.htm Kosovo declares independence from Serbia http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080217/ap_on_re_eu/kosovo_independence (Australia) CCTV database to fight terror - Police seek access to "tens of thousands" of closed circuit TV cameras http://www.news.com.au/dailytelegraph/story/0,22049,23229831-5007132,00.html February 17, 2008 Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com Afghan blast kills 80: governor - suicide blast in Kandahar crowd watching dog fighting http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080217/wl_sthasia_afp/afghanistanunrestblast_080217110916;_ylt=AjRzITIbREP7JWqb_M_KWjHOVooA (Iraq) Woman suicide bomber kills three in Baghdad: police -- detonated explosives in a shop after fleeing from guards at a checkpoint in the Karrada district http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080217/wl_nm/iraq_violence_dc_2;_ylt=Ai7zki1cjOG_dAozojVgVutX6GMA (Iraq) US admits it fired on anti-Qaeda fighters in Iraq -- US came under fire first and returned fire http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080217/wl_mideast_afp/iraqunresthilla_080217082352;_ylt=AuIekdXuoy2QDvKaW7fl3vZX6GMA (Iraq) Muqtada Al-Sadr Declares Three Days Of Mourning For Mughniya; Source: Mughniya Trained Mahdi Army, Assassination Squads http://www.thememriblog.org/blog_personal/en/5452.htm (Iraq) Attacks in Baghdad fall 80 percent: Iraq military http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2008/02/16/AR2008021600738.html (Pakistan) Bhutto party: terror war is Pakistan's http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080217/ap_on_re_as/pakistan_bhutto_widower_1;_ylt=ArqIjL60FXfQqAjflXYumYbzPukA http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\02\17\story_17-2-2008_pg7_7 Pakistan on election alert after suicide carnage - after 47 killed on Saturday by suicide bomber http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080217/wl_afp/pakistanvote_080217111203;_ylt=AoEKfAgNKcoZM7QXEvUgW3bzPukA February 16, 2008 PM - (Pakistan) Suicide Bombs Kill at Least 50 in Pakistan (updated) - 100 injured in 2 car bombings in NW Pakistan - over dozen bombs hit center in Khar -- suicide bomber arrested in Hyderabad http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2008/02/16/AR2008021600463.html?hpid=topnews (Pakistan) Six polling stations blown up in Khar http://www.dawn.com/2008/02/17/top2.htm (Pakistan) 75 militants surrender in Swat http://www.dawn.com/2008/02/17/top10.htm (Pakistan) Boy confesses to suicide attack training -- in Benazir Bhutto attack http://www.dawn.com/2008/02/17/top12.htm (Pakistan) Blasts rock Balochistan http://www.dawn.com/2008/02/17/top4.htm (Pakistan) Militant chief has eye on parliament seat -- Mohammad Ahmad Ludhianvi, head of the outlawed Millat-e-Islamia Pakistan http://archive.gulfnews.com/world/Pakistan/10190383.html Pakistan voters fear violence ahead of polls http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Pak_voters_fear_violence_ahead_of_polls/articleshow/2789371.cms (Pakistan) Saboteurs to be ‘shot-on-sight’ http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\02\17\story_17-2-2008_pg7_13 Pakistan elections ‘will not end extremism’ http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\02\17\story_17-2-2008_pg7_35 Bangladesh hands death sentence to 3 Islamists http://archive.gulfnews.com/world/Bangladesh/10190465.html (India) A year on, Samjhauta terror probe heads nowhere http://www.hindustantimes.com/redir.aspx?ID=29a0f9d6-78a3-4930-ad62-85c920d3e2ff Indian troops, Maoist rebels battle after attacks on police compounds http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/17/asia/AS-GEN-India-Militant-Attack.php (India) Security forces gun down 7 Maoists in Orissa http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Security_forces_gun_down_7_Maoists_in_Orissa/articleshow/2789886.cms (U.S.) Gitmo interrogation chief stands by techniques http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/23201801/ (U.S.) FBI warns of possible Hezbollah revenge in U.S http://www.latimes.com/news/nationworld/world/la-na-fbialert16feb16,1,3646165.story?track=rss&ctrack=1&cset=true Report: Israel kills terror chief with headrest bomb - Sunday London Times with more details of Mughniyeh's life and death http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/middle_east/article3382343.ece Israel Defense Minister: Iran, Syria may help Hizbullah attack Israelis abroad http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1203019395821&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Israel fears Hezbollah may launch attacks with bomb-laden drone http://news.xinhuanet.com/english/2008-02/17/content_7619010.htm (Lebanon) 20 injured in Beirut street clashes http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080217/wl_mideast_afp/lebanonunrest_080217122225;_ylt=AhOz9eDwpC1XmWj1D.YCz2LagGIB Iran's controversial research rocket transmits data http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/17/africa/ME-GEN-Iran-Space.php Israel, militants clash in southern Gaza, 4 killed http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/17/africa/ME-GEN-Israel-Palestinians.php (Israel) Building damaged, several people in shock after Kassam hits Sderot http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1203019400539&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (West Bank) IDF troops arrest 16 terror suspects in the West Bank http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1203019395525&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Egypt detains 50 members of banned Muslim Brotherhood http://www.earthtimes.org/articles/show/186308,egypt-detains-50-members-of-banned-muslim-brotherhood.html Somalia: Senior Government Official Killed in Mogadishu Overnight - Abdulle Mohamed Qasim http://allafrica.com/stories/200802170005.html Somali leader unhurt in mortar attack on residence - President Abdullahi Yusuf http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2008/02/16/AR2008021600996.html Algeria attacks target army convoy http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080216/wl_nm/algeria_security_dc_1;_ylt=AnE8EHB7ztE6xaxR5LosRjV6CC8A (Kenya) Bush discusses Kenya and terrorism on Africa tour http://archive.gulfnews.com/world/Kenya/10190435.html Norway: Al-Qaeda terrorists http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/02/norway-al-qaeda-terrorists.html --- Aftenposten news link (Norwegian) http://www.aftenposten.no/nyheter/iriks/article2259583.ece (France) Al-Qaeda takes advantage from GIA networks in France http://www.elkhabar.com/quotidienFrEn/lire.php?idc=117&ida=97642&key=1&cahed=1 (Indonesia) Fake bomb found at Bali restaurant http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,23228822-23109,00.html (Thailand) Gunman kills Muslim politician in mosque attack in restive southern Thailand http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/17/asia/AS-GEN-Thailand-Southern-Violence.php http://www.nationmultimedia.com/breakingnews/read.php?newsid=30065614 (Thailand) Suspected insurgent injured while resisting arrest in Narathiwat http://www.nationmultimedia.com/breakingnews/read.php?newsid=30065602 Sri Lanka military claims 20 Tiger rebels killed http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080217/wl_sthasia_afp/srilankaunrest;_ylt=A0WTcXD.07dHqSkB9RRvaA8F (Sri Lanka) LTTE says nobody can touch Prabhakaran http://www.outlookindia.com/pti_news.asp?id=545926 (Sri Lanka) Lanka procuring arms from Pak to fight LTTE http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/India/Lanka_procuring_arms_from_Pak_to_fight_LTTE/rssarticleshow/2789159.cms North Korea wants aid before nuclear report http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080216/ap_on_re_as/nkorea_nuclear_2;_ylt=Al40u3exiY8jsiuaZpCHeIeCscEA Other News: Wikipedia defies 180,000 demands to remove images of Muhammad http://www.guardian.co.uk/technology/2008/feb/17/wikipedia.islam Denmark: Saturday night riot roundup http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/02/denmark-saturday-night-riot-roundup.html (Denmark) 11 suspected vandals arrested on 7th night of unrest across Denmark http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/17/europe/EU-GEN-Denmark-Unrest.php (UK) Commentary: When Islam and the Church of England unite http://www.telegraph.co.uk/opinion/main.jhtml?xml=/opinion/2008/02/16/do1608.xml (Egypt) Dreams stifled, Egypt's young turn to Islamic fervor http://www.iht.com/articles/2008/02/17/africa/17youth.php Russia: US satellite shot a weapons test http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080216/ap_on_re_eu/russia_dead_satellite_2;_ylt=AoD.WSw3UsNMsl.plu6WMm9_5GIA Against Nazi: Nazi 'Beast of Bolzano' faces justice at 83 http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2008/02/17/wnazi117.xml February 16, 2008 PM Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Pakistan) Suicide attack kills 37 as Pakistan vote campaign ends - suicide bomber rams car with explosives into election office http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080216/wl_sthasia_afp/pakistanvote_080216144607;_ylt=ApfBx2xZicchc_e0jbuFaFTzPukA -- over 90 wounded http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080216/ap_on_re_as/pakistan_99;_ylt=Au5qRfIUf_GNy.wafua1XIXzPukA -- Attack in Parachinar in Kurram tribal district - outside office of local PPP candidate Riaz Hussain http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080216/wl_asia_afp/pakistanvoteattacks_080216124845;_ylt=Ak6MLS5rhfifzgotf6iz3yXzPukA (Pakistan) Polling Station Bombed in Northwest Pakistan 2 Days Before Vote -- more than a dozen bombs hit center in Khar -- also suicide bomber arrested in Hyderabad http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,330893,00.html (Pakistan) 3 polling stations blown up in Pakistan http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/World/Pakistan/3_polling_stations_blown_up_in_Pak/articleshow/2787344.cms (Pakistan) Suicide bombers planning attacks, provinces warned http://www.dawn.com/2008/02/16/top5.htm (Pakistan) 16 terrorists held in Karachi, DIK - pro-Taliban militants planning attacks in Karachi during polls http://www.pakistanlink.com/Headlines/Feb08/16/13.htm http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\02\16\story_16-2-2008_pg7_1 (Pakistan) Over 1,000 arrested in Peshawar http://www.dawn.com/2008/02/16/top4.htm (Pakistan) Law Minister: US trying to take over Pak nukes http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/World/Pakistan/US_trying_to_take_over_Pak_nukes_Pak_minister/articleshow/2786601.cms (Afghanistan) 12 Year Old Taliban Boy Beheads Man http://mypetjawa.mu.nu/archives/191270.php Purported Al Qaeda Video Shows Prisoners Burned Alive http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,330810,00.html (Iraq) 'Hitches' delay release of kidnapped British journalist in Iraq http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080216/wl_mideast_afp/iraqmediauscbskidnap_080216093545;_ylt=AhQ6WBfhPbVGARaKzqjasMdX6GMAH (Iraq) Surge general accuses Tehran of backing Shia militias to weaken Iraq http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/iraq/article3372767.ece Bangladesh arrests top leader of Islamist group Harkat-ul-Jihad Al Islami: Mufti Abu Zandal http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/February/subcontinent_February470.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (U.S.) Congressman Wolf to Georgetown: Detail Use of Saudi Millions -- by Steven Emerson http://www.investigativeproject.org/article/607 -- Georgetown University Professor John Esposito Attack on Steve Emerson, Others (my title) http://frontpagemagazine.com/Articles/Read.aspx?GUID=DA3B894C-E2FB-4857-B8DA-229F59D6D7E9 -- Esposito GU Center http://cmcu.georgetown.edu/ -- Saudi Prince Gives GU $20M to Fund Islam Study http://www.thehoya.com/node/5206 (U.S.) Moussaoui Deprived of Constitutional Rights, Attorneys Say -- Appeal Seeks to Overturn Guilty Plea, Life Sentence http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2008/02/15/AR2008021503451.html (U.S.) Lapse of US wiretap law exposes political tug-of-war http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080215/wl_afp/usbushcongressintelligence (U.S.) Report: Analysts say FISA will suffice http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080216/NATION/847451166/1001 Lebanese daily: Hizbullah raises alert in south Lebanon http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1203019392191&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Hezbollah threat echoes in Argentina http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080215/ap_on_re_la_am_ca/hezbollah_jewish_fears_1;_ylt=Aj.bYwQviHWZqn7e1UlzsAcTv5UB (Iran) US calls on Iran to confess to trying to make nuclear arms http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1203019390532&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Iran's ambassador to Russia: Tehran not developing long-range missiles http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1203019389297&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Syria 'directly responsible' for situation in Lebanon: US official http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080215/wl_mideast_afp/ussyrialebanonfrance_080215162113;_ylt=AsD3bxA2KPEQoVgwGymaxyzagGIB Commander of Fath Al-Islam in Palestine: Palestinians' War with the Jews is Part of Global Jihad http://memriiwmp.org/content/en/blog_personal.htm?id=355 Hamas: We'll weigh a ceasefire if Israel lifts blockade, stops operations http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1203019390655&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Gaza) Salahuddin brigades fire 10 rockets on S.Israel http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1071440 (Israel) 3 Kassam rockets fired at Sderot http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1203019392122&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Israel considers soldiers kidnapped in Lebanon dead http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2008/February/middleeast_February195.xml§ion=middleeast&col= (Algeria) Bomb explosion kills three, injures five E. of Algerian capital http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1071309 Sudan: Gunmen Stop UN Helping Darfur Refugees http://allafrica.com/stories/200802160003.html (Denmark) Muslim clerics upset about cartoon revival http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2008/02/16/muslim_clerics_upset_about_cartoon_revival/6839/ (UK) Muslim groups prepare for Downing Street protest http://itn.co.uk/news/abe52138f97fff773a999837b1fdd801.html (UK) 'Asylum' for 1,500 Iraqi interpreters http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2008/02/16/niraqis116.xml Kosovo declaration time revealed - Sunday morning http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,23227367-23109,00.html Nationalists rally in Belgrade against Kosovo independence http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/16/europe/EU-GEN-Serbia-Kosovo-Independence.php (Thailand) 2 shot dead in Thai Muslim south: police - in Narathiwat and Pattani http://www.straitstimes.com/Latest%2BNews/Asia/STIStory_207228.html (India) 13 police dead after Maoist attack in India http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/February/subcontinent_February468.xml§ion=subcontinent (India Assam) Four ULFA rebels killed in NE India http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1071444 http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/India/4_ULFA_militants_killed_in_joint_operation_in_Assam/articleshow/2787275.cms (India) High alert sounded in Orissa http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/India/High_alert_sounded_in_Orissa/articleshow/2788161.cms (Sri Lanka) Lanka says jets attack northern rebel base http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/February/subcontinent_February471.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= North Korea says aid holds up disarmament deal http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080216/wl_nm/korea_north_nuclear_dc_1;_ylt=AkFXfrUFH_GPd2ZAzoKrRxOCscEA Other News: Canadian activist slams faith-based courts -- Sharia courts must be ruled out in West says Iranian born activist Homa Arjomand http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Religion/?id=1.0.1880987775 UK and Islamist Polygamy: Our British laws are there to protect Muslim women http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/comment/columnists/guest_contributors/article3364401.ece (France) Sarkozy is criticized for Holocaust memorial plan -- criticized for expecting French children to be educated about the Holocaust http://www.iht.com/articles/2008/02/15/europe/france.php (Indiana) Islam convert seeks a seat in Congress http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080216/NATION/998204590/1002 February 15, 2008 PM Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com Iraqi PM: Al-Qaida chased from Baghdad http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080215/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq;_ylt=Ar4CAAeVmLRnobPXig5_xY.s0NUE (Iraq) Study: Lack of MRAPs cost Marine lives - Hundreds of U.S. Marines killed or injured because urgent request in 2005 from commanders for blast-resistant vehicles denied http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080215/ap_on_go_ca_st_pe/marines_mrap_deadly_delay;_ylt=Apq6vUlnrQLC1jwAs_17OsOs0NUE (Pakistan) Secular-Islamist Clash in NW Pakistan - Al-Qaida move more freely than army, Taliban edging closer to Peshawar http://ap.google.com/article/ALeqM5ggeJGEHpoj5l3c5FSxRcGzG4zkIQD8UQTGJO0 Pakistani students protest publication of Prophet cartoons http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1203019388816&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Thousands of Gazans protest reprinting of Danish cartoons http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1203019391280&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Gaza Blast Kills Islamic Jihad Commander, 6 Other Palestinians - Senior Islamic Jihad activist, wife, daughter, 3 neighbors killed http://www.voanews.com/english/2008-02-15-voa64.cfm (U.S.) Court rejects bail for San Jose terror suspect - Rahmat Abdhir alleged to assist terrorist attacks in Philippines http://www.mercurynews.com/crime/ci_8273817 U.S. official met Iranian to discuss "terror" funds - Treasury official met with Iranians in multinational gathering to discuss terror financing http://www.reuters.com/article/topNews/idUSN1561290120080215 Hezbollah appoints successor to slain commander http://www.reuters.com/article/latestCrisis/idUSL15655744 Assassinated Hezbollah Terrorist Avoided Detection for Long Time http://www.voanews.com/english/2008-02-15-voa66.cfm (Syria) 'Suspects arrested in Mughniyeh killing' (Syria arrests Palestinian suspects) http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1203019390293&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Iran's FM Meets With Syrian Officials About Slain Hezbollah Commander http://www.voanews.com/english/2008-02-15-voa32.cfm Somalia: Three Civilians Killed in as Artillery Shells Hit Neighborhoods http://allafrica.com/stories/200802150811.html Kyrgyzstan: New Effort Aggressively Counters Hizb Ut-Tahrir, Religious Extremism http://www.rferl.org/featuresarticle/2008/2/988F4C8C-83C6-406E-9043-62A8D17D3EB2.html Azerbaijan: Washington, Baku Concerned About PKK Cells In Caucasus http://www.rferl.org/featuresarticle/2008/2/A6AC2608-4911-48F3-B5AA-2A83CD85162E.html (Russia) 17 Convicted on Terror Charges in Russia http://ap.google.com/article/ALeqM5jHPodcXfNWdIKbK8aY-0jjabSl2QD8UR15PO1 Russian troops kill four militants in Chechnya http://news.xinhuanet.com/english/2008-02/16/content_7612650.htm (Russia) Large weapons cache found in Chechnya http://www.itar-tass.com/eng/level2.html?NewsID=12374278&PageNum=0 (Russia) Blast in Moldova's major supermarket leaves 13 wounded http://www.itar-tass.com/eng/level2.html?NewsID=12374264&PageNum=0 (Germany) Al Qaeda helper arrested in Germany http://www.abc.net.au/news/stories/2008/02/16/2164423.htm?section=justin Spain Judge Frees 2 People Arrested In Terror Cell Raid http://www.nasdaq.com/aspxcontent/NewsStory.aspx?cpath=20080215%5cACQDJON200802151825DOWJONESDJONLINE000968.htm& (France) Report: 2 men suspected of involvement in 2006 ETA airport bombing in French custody http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/15/europe/EU-GEN-France-Spain-ETA.php Canada expands anti-money-laundering and anti-terrorist-financing regime http://www.investmentexecutive.com/client/en/News/DetailNews.asp?id=43225&IdSection=8&cat=8&BImageCI=1 Colombian General Ties Venezuela to Major Drug Shipments http://www.voanews.com/english/2008-02-15-voa29.cfm Colombia scuttles rebel extortion bid (5 FARC killed) http://www.reuters.com/article/worldNews/idUSN1560092720080215 (Mexico) Bomb kills one and wounds two in Mexico City http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080215/wl_nm/mexico_bomb_dc;_ylt=An17EXz5ctHjn_hYrmH.7pSs0NUE Other News: (U.S.) Commentary: Esposito at Stanford -- by Cinnamon Stillwell -- Georgetown University Professor Esposito, director of the Saudi-financed Prince Alwaleed Bin Talal Center for Muslim-Christian Understanding, Attacks Daniel Pipes, Bernard Lewis, Robert Spencer, Martin Kramer, Fouad Ajami, V.S. Naipaul, Max Boot, and Steven Emerson http://frontpagemagazine.com/Articles/Read.aspx?GUID=DA3B894C-E2FB-4857-B8DA-229F59D6D7E9 http://cmcu.georgetown.edu/ http://www.thehoya.com/node/5206 Esposito: "Dying for God? Suicide Terrorism and Militant Islam" http://fsi.stanford.edu/events/dying_for_god_suicide_terrorism_and_militant_islam/ http://daily.stanford.edu/article/2008/2/8/espositoSeeksToRedefineJihad http://www.cair.com/ArticleDetails.aspx?ArticleID=24187&&name=n&&currPage=1&&Active=1 http://www.campus-watch.org/article/id/4772 http://msan.stanford.edu/ (Europe) Commentary: Integrating Islam into the West http://www.spiegel.de/international/0,1518,535496,00.html Secret Trade in Chinese Bodies - German Dr. Von Hagens now says he has stopped using bodies from China because some of them may be those of executed prisoners -- Rabbi Louis Feldstein decries public exhibits of dead "plastinated" bodies disgraceful and disrespectful http://abcnews.go.com/Blotter/story?id=4291334&page=1 Von Hagens' Reported Use of Chinese Communist Prisoners: January 17, 2004 - German Accused of Using Bodies of Executed in Exhibits http://www.dw-world.de/dw/article/0,2144,1091603,00.html January 24, 2004 - (Germany) Berlin: Holes in heads suggest executed among anatomist's collection http://www.smh.com.au/articles/2004/01/23/1074732604423.html?from=storyrhs February 15, 2008 Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Iraq) Four killed in suicide bombing at Iraqi Shiite mosque - two suicide bombers in Tal Afar http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080215/ts_nm/iraq_violence_dc_1;_ylt=Ap6T0rvuOZveic.YkmnAD5ZX6GMA http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1071266 Iraq masses security forces for Shiite festival http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080215/wl_mideast_afp/iraqunrestreligionshiite_080215115131;_ylt=AnM9ycZA_jYL59nTIDR_PElX6GMA (Iraq) US says 7 militants killed in Iraq raids - in Salahuddin province http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080215/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq_raid_2;_ylt=AjMqDRgVTcSG4hZD6Uldt3lX6GMA (Iraq) Grisly reports on al Qaeda http://www.washingtontimes.com/article/20080215/COMMENTARY/709555975/1012 (Afghanistan) Taliban ambush kills four Afghan policemen: officials, militia - in western Afghanistan, two more police wounded in Numoz http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080215/wl_sthasia_afp/afghanistanunrest_080215084736;_ylt=AuXVtEHASZiESDVBrHTxxD_OVooA Pakistan says arrests 10 militants ahead of election -- in Karachi planning terror attacks during elections http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080215/wl_nm/pakistan_arrests_dc_1;_ylt=AgSVryrfxiF.ukSOn1CIes7zPukA (Pakistan) Trooper killed in militant attack on N. Pakistan checkpost - on outskirts of Peshawar http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1071210 Pakistan police arrest another suspect in Bhutto case - Abdul Rashid http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080215/wl_nm/pakistan_bhutto_dc_1;_ylt=AvSEs1xvKNHK2t9_MP78xoHzPukA (Pakistan) Operation in Darra after militants’ rocket attack http://www.dawn.com/2008/02/15/top8.htm (Pakistan) Foreigners among 7 militants held from Darra Adam Khel http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\02\15\story_15-2-2008_pg7_3 Pakistan A 'Hotbed' For Terror - Lawless tribal belt is al-Qaeda training ground http://www.nationalpost.com/news/world/story.html?id=309278 (Pakistan) PML-Nawaz chief Nawaz Sharif seek talks with militants after getting power http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\02\15\story_15-2-2008_pg1_7 (India J&K) Top Kashmiri separatist militant killed - Abdul Rehman, a commander in Lashkar-e-Toiba terrorist group http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1880533499 (India J&K) Two Lashker-e-Toiba militants shot dead in J&K http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Top_Headlines/Two_Lashker-e-Toiba_militants_shot_dead_in_JK/articleshow/2784298.cms India asks Indian Ocean littoral states to forge close ties to combat terror http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1071051 (India) Separate Telangana state may help strengthen Maoists: CM http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/February/subcontinent_February430.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (U.S.) Connecticut: Judge allows violent videos in terror case - trial of former Navy sailor Hassan Abu-Jihaad http://www.newsday.com/news/local/wire/connecticut/ny-bc-ct--navy-terror0214feb14,0,7012491.story (U.S.) Guantanamo Bay: Judge grants bin Laden driver's request -- Lawyers for Osama bin Laden's driver can question alleged al Qaeda leaders at Guantanamo, a judge ruled http://www.miamiherald.com/news/nation/story/420029.html (U.S.) Thousands of Guantanamo interrogations were taped: report http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080214/pl_afp/usintelligenceattacksguantanamoprisoners (U.S.) FBI Asks Terror Squads for Threat Data - against synagogues and other potential Jewish targets in the United States http://ap.google.com/article/ALeqM5gR8F3GZPJLOguPMIUbolrXzQ9lJAD8UQB0AO0 (U.S.) Washington Times: "Coughlin v. Islam" - news report follow-up http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080215/NATION/403151819/1008&template=nextpage (U.S.) Stalemate over surveillance of suspected terrorists http://www.wlns.com/Global/story.asp?S=7877431&nav=menu25_2 (U.S.) A Key Gap In Fighting Terrorism - Private Firms Need Liability Protection -- article by DNI Mike McConnell http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2008/02/14/AR2008021403103.html Iran's FM meets Hamas and Islamic Jihad leaders in Syria http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/15/africa/ME-GEN-Syria-Iran.php (Hezbollah) Mugniyah's mother pleased all her sons died in name of Jihad http://www.ynetnews.com/articles/0,7340,L-3507089,00.html Syrian FM: Car bomb that killed Hezbollah militant is under investigation http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/14/africa/ME-GEN-Syria-Hezbollah-Assassination.php (Gaza) Bomb destroys YMCA library in Gaza - gunmen attacked library, blew up library, burned books http://afp.google.com/article/ALeqM5gwh4QhU37U9csAr-pfR15d6cYQ0Q Egyptian officials met with Hamas to prevent further border breaches http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/14/africa/ME-GEN-Egypt-Hamas-Borders.php (Saudia Arabia/UK) BAE: secret papers reveal threats from Saudi prince -- "investigators were told they faced 'another 7/7' and the loss of 'British lives on British streets' if they pressed on with their inquiries" http://www.guardian.co.uk/world/2008/feb/15/bae.armstrade http://www.jihadwatch.org/archives/019961.php (UK) Fifth man convicted in plot to behead UK soldier -- Zahoor Iqbal -- and on count of helping to supply equipment to Jihadists in Pakistan http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/uk/crime/article3376026.ece http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2008/02/15/nkidnap115.xml (UK) Man held over 'suicide bomb' DVD - Bradford man on bail pending investigation of child suicide bomb recruitment video http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/england/bradford/7246056.stm (UK) Britain 'a soft touch for home grown terrorists' -- says Think Tank RUSI regarding Islamist extremists http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2008/02/15/nterror115.xml http://news.sky.com/skynews/article/0,,91211-1305567,00.html http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080215/wl_nm/security_britain_dc_1;_ylt=Ah8c27NUzzun6hRFN2.JdeMTv5UB (UK) Judges condemn police lies after 9/11 attacks that ruined pilot's life http://business.timesonline.co.uk/tol/business/law/article3368163.ece (Spain) Three Algerians accused of distributing jihadist sermons -- update on Thursday Vitoria arrests http://www.expatica.com/es/articles/news/Three-Algerians-accused-of-distributing-jihadist-sermons.html Kosovo begins independence countdown - planned for Sunday http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,23221864-23109,00.html Russia warns of violence in Kosovo move http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2008/02/15/russia_warns_of_violence_in_kosovo_move/3476/ Russia warns of Kosovo repercussions http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080215/wl_nm/kosovo_serbia_russia_dc_1;_ylt=Auhd4P2neNcQECMXar7DQRl_5GIA (Serbia) Explosion at house in tense Kosovo north shatters windows; no injures reported http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/15/europe/EU-GEN-Kosovo-Explosion.php (Turkey) US pledges to cooperate with Turkey against terrorism http://www.earthtimes.org/articles/show/186002,us-pledges-to-cooperate-with-turkey-against-terrorism.html Canadian soldiers warned of Internet risk -- Taliban and al-Qaida insurgents are gleaning intelligence from soldiers' Internet postings from Afghanistan http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2008/02/15/canadian_soldiers_warned_of_internet_risk/5671/ (Australia) Terror suspects 'named on security list' -- Melbourne-based terror group panicked when they were warned their names were on a Lebanese security services list http://www.news.com.au/heraldsun/story/0,21985,23219446-5005961,00.html (Australia) Jihad tapes played to terror trial jury - Melbourne terror trial http://www.news.com.au/heraldsun/story/0,21985,23218133-2862,00.html (Sri Lanka) Destroyed rebel naval training base in north: Lanka http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/February/subcontinent_February437.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= North Korea marks leader's birthday eve by blaming US for nuclear impasse http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/15/asia/AS-GEN-NKorea-Kims-Birthday.php Venezuelan FARC victims to Chavez: 'What about us?' http://www.csmonitor.com/2008/0215/p04s01-woam.html Other News: (UK) Assaults on Jews in UK hit record levels http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2008/02/14/njew114.xml -- Full report on anti-Semitic attacks in Britain [pdf] http://www.thecst.org.uk/docs/Incidents_Report_07.pdf (France) De Villepin: Holocaust 'Too Heavy' for French Students -- "I don't think we can impose remembrance" http://www.israelnationalnews.com/News/Flash.aspx/141594 Denmark: Imam blames media for violence http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/02/denmark-imam-blames-media-for-violence.html Palestinians setting up government in Jerusalem? http://www.worldnetdaily.com/index.php?fa=PAGE.view&pageId=56382 (Sudan) Darfur and the Middle East Media: The Anatomy of Another Conspiracy http://memri.org/bin/latestnews.cgi?ID=IA42208 (Spain) Bizarre Bin Laden Image in Spanish Art Exhibit by Brazilian artist http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/graphics/2008/02/15/daypix/bin-laden-teddy.jpg (Russia) Vladimir Putin's nuclear threat to the West http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2008/02/15/wputin115.xml (Russia) Rights group: 17 killed in Russia since start of year in new outbreak of hate crimes http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/15/europe/EU-GEN-Russia-Hate-Crimes.php (Canada) Vancouver bomb suspect hospitalized with burns http://www.nationalpost.com/news/canada/story.html?id=308938 (U.S.) Gunman opens fire at Northern Illinois University, officials say http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/niu_shooting;_ylt=AnXry0x4pOlgUVDO2gys69ZH2ocA February 14, 2008 PM Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Iraq) Coalition targets al-Qaeda in Iraq networks; seven terrorists killed, 16 detained http://www.mnf-iraq.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=17051&Itemid=21 (Iraq) Violence flares in Iraq, female al-Qaeda suspect held http://www.earthtimes.org/articles/show/185797,violence-flares-in-iraq-female-al-qaeda-suspect-held--summary.html (Iraq) U.S. military: Al Qaeda in Iraq seeks female patients as bombers -- update - AQ seeking from multiple hospitals http://www.cnn.com/2008/WORLD/meast/02/14/iraq.main/index.html (Iraq) Al-Qaeda In Iraq Official Offers Aid To Palestinians http://www.thememriblog.org/blog_personal/en/5416.htm Pakistan: Tribal members arrested for diplomat kidnapping http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1877906003 US spy law key to stopping Pakistan-trained militants: Intel chief http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080214/pl_afp/uspakistanattacksintelligence_080214155414;_ylt=AojjyZrTyR4vaRM0gMZB.YrzPukA (U.S.) Bush criticizes Congress on terror bill http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080214/ap_on_go_pr_wh/terrorist_surveillance_44;_ylt=AsJl9z2diOiiYOD7tNhKKtwTv5UB (U.S.) Boeing subsidiary lawsuit over CIA flights tossed http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080214/pl_afp/usattacksintelligencecia_080214155701;_ylt=AmXJBbuMUkmcEKG06KX0MgkTv5UB (U.S.) IPT News: For the Record: Hesham Islam's Friend in Low Places -- ISNA's Louay Safi previously worked for International Institute of Islamic Thought (IIIT) http://www.investigativeproject.org/article/606 Israel Prime Minister's Office issues global terror warning amid Hezbollah threat -- Israelis warned not to congregate in large groups; Israeli embassies, institutions told to raise alert http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1202742161185&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull http://news.xinhuanet.com/english/2008-02/15/content_7605805.htm (Israel) Anti-terror bureau: Overseas abductions feared http://www.ynetnews.com/articles/0,7340,L-3506929,00.html Hezbollah warning to Israel is 'alarming,' US says http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Hezbollah_warning_to_Israel_is_alarming_US_says/articleshow/2783406.cms Hezbollah chief threatens Israel -- in eulogy for Imad Mughniyeh http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080214/ap_on_re_mi_ea/lebanon_6 (Hezbollah) Nasrallah during Beirut rally: If Israel wants war, so be it http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1202742154446&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Syrians preparing lawsuits against the US: Foreign Ministers http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/14/africa/ME-GEN-Syria-US-Sanctions.php (Iran) US shares intel with IAEA on Iran - update http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1202742160885&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull UN humanitarian official examining damage from Palestinian rockets, Israeli sanctions http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/14/africa/ME-GEN-Mideast-UN.php (Egypt) Cindy Sheehan in Egypt for Islamists -- seeking end of trial for Muslim Brotherhood http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080213/ap_on_re_mi_ea/egypt_sheehan_protest Nigeria Christian Killed In Riot Over Blasphemy; Dozens Injured http://www.bosnewslife.com/africa/nigeria/3435-nigeria-christians-killed-in-riot-over-blasph (Australia) Guides lauded jihad, 9/11 hijackers -- Melbourne terror trial -- training manuals on making ammonium-nitrate car bombs allegedly seized http://www.theaustralian.news.com.au/story/0,25197,23216446-5006785,00.html (Australia) Library designed to stir up jihad, says prosecutor -- Melbourne terror trial http://www.news.com.au/heraldsun/story/0,21985,23216133-2862,00.html (Maldives) Sea, sun and jihad http://www.economist.com/world/asia/displaystory.cfm?story_id=10702666 Other News: More Muslim protests over Danish cartoon - Pakistan, Kuwait, Iran http://www.radionz.co.nz/news/latest/200802150913/more_muslim_protests_over_danish_cartoon Iran summons Danish ambassador over reprint of Prophet Muhammad cartoons http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/14/africa/ME-GEN-Iran-Denmark-Cartoons.php Pakistani students burn Danish flag to protest publication of Prophet cartoons http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/14/asia/AS-GEN-Pakistan-Prophet-Cartoon.php Indonesia: Hardliners frown on Valentine's Day celebrations http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Religion/?id=1.0.1876352775 Saudi king urged to spare 'witch' http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,23217605-23109,00.html (UK) Commentary: One Nation Under Multiple Gods -- The British tabloids are right to bash the archbishop of Canterbury -- By Anne Applebaum http://www.slate.com/id/2184196 (UK) Top judges in key ruling on sharia marriage http://www.guardian.co.uk/world/2008/feb/10/religion.law2 (UK) Shop-owners sold chocolate cake sprinkled with human feces -- Saeed Hasmi and Jan Yadgari http://www.jihadwatch.org/archives/019951.php http://www.dailymail.co.uk/pages/live/articles/news/news.html?in_article_id=513621&in_page_id=1770 (EU) Islam critic asks for protection -- Ayaan Hirsi Ali http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/world/europe/7245729.stm http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/14/europe/EU-Hirsi-Ali.php (U.S.) Commentary: The Clintons' Terror Pardons http://online.wsj.com/article/SB120277819085260827.html?mod=loomia&loomia_si=t0:a16:g2:r1:c0.15651 February 14, 2008 Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Iraq) Bus bomb kills five in bustling market -- in Sadr City http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,23216197-23109,00.html http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2008/February/middleeast_February163.xml§ion=middleeast&col= (Iraq) Al-Qaida in Iraq threatens Israel -- Abu Omar al-Baghdadi in audiotape proposed that Iraq's territory be a "launching pad" to seize Jerusalem http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080214/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq_al_qaida_3;_ylt=ApoaeKfV7sEhyZmGJ9fTECJX6GMA (Iraq) Al-Qaeda fighters flee cities, head for desert or out of Iraq -- report http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1070874 Iraqi Qaeda group wants funds raised for fighters http://www.reuters.com/article/middleeastCrisis/idUSL14250515 'Iraqi kidnappers free CBS interpreter' http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/focusoniraq/2008/February/focusoniraq_February36.xml§ion=focusoniraq (Iraq) Gunmen kill nine Iraqis from same family: police -- in the village of Awja http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/focusoniraq/2008/February/focusoniraq_February38.xml§ion=focusoniraq (Afghanistan) 4 Taliban killed in strikes -- in the Tarin Kowt area of Uruzgan - combined land and airstrikes http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080214/ap_on_re_as/afghanistan_8;_ylt=AjPCsqGpbwzLE1Y84V6dbrLOVooA (Afghanistan) NATO soldier killed in firing near Kabul http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1070929 Afghan militants release 21 Afghans and Pakistanis http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\02\14\story_14-2-2008_pg7_15 (Pakistan) Bomb in Pakistan tribal area kills three troops: officials -- near Khar http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080214/wl_sthasia_afp/pakistanafghanistanunrestblast_080214073115;_ylt=AtXXC4gwPZc5Q4NwH.qxLinzPukA (Pakistan) 'Suicide bomber sets out for Lahore' http://www.dawn.com/2008/02/14/top18.htm (Pakistan) 'Five involved in assassination' of Benazir Bhutto http://www.dawn.com/2008/02/14/top2.htm (Pakistan) Don't agitate after Pakistan poll, warns Musharraf -- opposition told to accept Monday election results http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080214/wl_nm/pakistan_election_dc_3;_ylt=ArcaERgNbMNY29Z1d75KyKXzPukA (Pakistan) Shujaat fails to woo Lal Masjid chief http://www.dawn.com/2008/02/14/top10.htm (India) Seven Naxalites killed in Jharkhand encounter http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Seven_Naxalites_killed_in_Jharkhand_encounter/articleshow/2782631.cms http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1070867 (India J&K) Kashmiri separatists raid restaurants on Valentine's Day -- Islamic women’s group denounced holiday as "anti-Islamic" http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/February/subcontinent_February415.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (U.S.) Connecticut: Jury selected in terrorism trial of former US Navy sailor: Hassan Abu-Jihaad http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080213/ts_alt_afp/usattacksmilitarytrial_080213211936;_ylt=A0WTcUNoMLRHrgAA4wJsbEwB (U.S.) Official: Al Qaeda-inspired extremism remains concern http://www.cnn.com/2008/US/02/13/terror.assessment/ (U.S.) Justice Dept: Waterboarding not legal http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080214/ap_on_go_co/cia_interrogations_5;_ylt=AmYaY9Sq0MJl3XaIquf_wRgTv5UB (U.S.) Senate votes to ban waterboarding http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080214/ap_on_go_co/intelligence_bill (U.S.) House Rejects Extension of Surveillance Act http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2008/02/13/AR2008021300959.html?hpid=moreheadlines (U.S.) NYC: Online global terrorism map heads for the MOMA -- Global Incident Map creator Morgan Clements http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080214/tc_afp/lifestyleusitterrorisminternetartmap http://www.globalincidentmap.com (U.S.) Report: U.S. Muslim on Danish Mohammed Cartoonists: 'you fools seem to forget the end of Theo Van Gogh' http://mypetjawa.mu.nu/archives/191229.php 'Iran testing advanced uranium centrifuges' http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2008/February/middleeast_February158.xml§ion=middleeast (Iran) Gas Processed by Iran's Centrifuges Could Be Used in Nuclear Warheads, Diplomats Say http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,330608,00.html -- US Intel Links Iran With Nuke Bomb Bid http://enews.earthlink.net/article/top?guid=20080214/47b3cad0_3ca6_1552620080214-1163260423 (Lebanon) Rival groups to rally for slain Lebanese PM, terror leader http://www.cnn.com/2008/WORLD/meast/02/14/lebanon/index.html (Lebanon) On the Eve of Rally Marking Third Anniversary of Al-Hariri's Assassination, Sa'd Al-Hariri Launches Harsh Attack on Lebanese Opposition, Syria, Iran http://memri.org/bin/latestnews.cgi?ID=SD184408 Hezbollah to hold mass funeral for slain leader http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2008/February/middleeast_February159.xml§ion=middleeast (Hezbollah) Slain Terrorist Imad Mugniyah: In 1996, Saudis Let Terrorist Go -- Mugniyah Was Spotted On a Commercial Flight Bound for Saudi Arabia http://abcnews.go.com/Blotter/story?id=4286232&page=1 Palestinian Authority praises Hezbollah terrorist -- Killer of hundreds of Americans, called 'hero' of 'the Muslim nation' http://www.worldnetdaily.com/index.php?fa=PAGE.view&pageId=56294 Report: Hizbullah Terrorist Was in Syria For Talks With Hamas http://www.israelnationalnews.com/News/Flash.aspx/141554 Israel tightens security after Hezbollah killing http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080214/wl_mideast_afp/syriaunrestlebanonhezbollahisraelsecurity_080214120452;_ylt=Ako3LWSx_w0d9CsPIptucdLagGIB Clancy: Hezbollah Terror mastermind's deception cause for skepticism -- skeptical of news of suspected terrorist's demise http://www.cnn.com/2008/WORLD/meast/02/13/btsc.clancy.mugniyah/index.html Palestinian Islamic Jihad shells Jewish settlement of Sderot http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1070974 (Israel) Four Rocket Attacks on Western Negev http://www.israelnationalnews.com/News/Flash.aspx/141558 'Israel will act against Gaza terror' http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1202742152235&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Turkey) Discovery of 140 kg of explosives in Turkey -- in Kurdish town of Diyarbakir http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1070922 Spain: Three suspects accused of belonging to Islamist cell -- three Algerians have been arrested with propaganda calling for Jihad -- in Basque region http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1876381091 http://www.expatica.com/es/articles/news/Three-held-for-links-with-Islamist-terrorism-in-Spain.html (Germany) Al Qaeda has begun an online propaganda blitz on German-speaking Muslims http://edition.cnn.com/2008/WORLD/europe/02/13/germany.terror/ Denmark: More on terrorism suspects -- former chief of Danish secret service says Equality and Brotherhood Association mosque has been a meeting place for terror suspects http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/02/denmark-more-on-terrorism-suspects.html (UK) Cleared 9/11 suspect eligible for compensation -- Lotfi Raissi trained at the same flight school as Hani Hanjour, the man suspected of crashing Flight 77 into the Pentagon http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2008/02/14/nclaim114.xml http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/business/law/article3368163.ece (UK) Terror law in tatters as extremists go free http://business.timesonline.co.uk/tol/business/law/article3365890.ece (UK) The "Lyrical Terrorist" (Samina Malik) is among those who may benefit http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/uk/crime/article3365797.ece (UK) How a son's handwritten note led to a rethink of terror law http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/uk/crime/article3365891.ece IRA splinter group founder launches appeal to overturn 'directing terrorism' conviction http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/14/europe/EU-GEN-Ireland-Terror-Appeal.php (Thailand) Rebels step up attacks -- terrorists' drive-by shooting in Yala, bombings in Pattani - killing 3 soldiers http://www.bangkokpost.com/topstories/topstories.php?id=125928 (Thailand) 2 Muslims killed, another injured in ambush in Narathiwat http://www.nationmultimedia.com/breakingnews/read.php?newsid=30065358 Philippine president said target of plot -- by al-Qaida-linked groups Abu Sayyaf and Jemaah Islamiyah to assassinate Philippine president and bomb foreign embassies http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080214/ap_on_re_as/philippines_assassination_plot (Sri Lanka) Fighting kills 52 rebels as jets bomb rebel base in northern Sri Lanka, says military http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/14/asia/AS-GEN-Sri-Lanka-Civil-War.php http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/February/subcontinent_February411.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (Australia) Teenager wrote his 'will for jihad', terrorism trial hears -- Abdullah Merhi part of trial of 12 Melbourne men http://www.theage.com.au/news/national/teenager-wrote-his-will-for-jihad-terrorism-trial-hears/2008/02/14/1202760494713.html (Australia) Group's 10-point plan for terror attacks: court http://www.theage.com.au/news/national/evidence-glorifies-911/2008/02/14/1202760456080.html (Australia) Beheading videos seized, court told http://www.news.com.au/heraldsun/story/0,21985,23212203-2862,00.html (Australia) Execution DVDs found in suspects' homes -- advocating Jihad http://news.smh.com.au/execution-dvds-found-in-suspects-homes/20080214-1s87.html North Korea must account for suspected nuke program, Seoul says http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080213/wl_asia_afp/nkoreanuclearweaponsskorea_080213150744;_ylt=AmRCFkEIjfymyTyWg5m8F82CscEA South Korea says has proof of North diverting food aid to military http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080214/wl_nm/korea_north_rice_dc_1;_ylt=Ak1YvPYNHR5BDO2e98fLAhuCscEA (Columbia) US Diplomat: Colombian Rebels 'Sick' http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/C/COLOMBIA_US_HOSTAGES?SITE=AP&SECTION=HOME&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT&CTIME=2008-02-13-20-57-48 Other News: Italy: Muslim women literally living in chains claims rights activist -- are being kept chained up in their homes http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Religion/?id=1.0.1876380527 (Turkey) Divided Turkey debates rights, religion http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080213/ap_on_re_mi_ea/turkey_morality_talk_1;_ylt=AsstLDXc1Bhlf6ocXALA5IbtfLkA Palestinians: Biblical hero Joseph 'was really a Muslim' -- Palestinians make astonishing claim, deny they'll help restore burned tomb http://www.worldnetdaily.com/index.php?fa=PAGE.view&pageId=56304 (UK) Official: 'No appetite' for Shariah in Britain http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080214/FOREIGN/164497040/1001 (Denmark) Copenhagen: Riots continue http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/02/copenhagen-riots-continue.html February 13, 2008 PM Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Pakistan) Two confess to roles in Bhutto killing -- Hasnain Gul and Rafaqat http://www.cnn.com/2008/WORLD/asiapcf/02/13/bhutto.confessions/index.html Pakistan police: suspect in Bhutto slaying wanted to avenge friend who died in Red Mosque http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/13/asia/AS-GEN-Pakistan-Bhutto-Killing.php (Pakistan) Efforts on to get Lal Masjid ex-chief released - Maulana Abdul Aziz http://www.pakistanlink.com/Headlines/Feb08/13/09.htm US welcomes death of Hezbollah militant Imad Mughniyeh http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080213/ap_on_go_ca_st_pe/us_lebanon_militant (U.S.) NYPD warns of chlorine terror risk http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080213/ap_on_re_us/nyc_chlorine_threat_3 -- A how-to video for chlorine terrorism? http://www.networkworld.com/community/node/25008 Lebanon braces for mass rally to mark Hariri killing http://www.metimes.com/Politics/2008/02/13/lebanon_braces_for_mass_rally_to_mark_hariri_killing/afp/ Who Killed Moughniyah? http://www.worldpoliticsreview.com/article.aspx?id=1606 (Syria) Bush Imposes New Sanctions on Syria - Expanding sanctions against senior officials responsible for public corruption http://www.chicagotribune.com/news/nationworld/sns-ap-bush-syria,1,4156757.story?track=rss - read Executive Order http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2008/02/20080213-7.html Chad says Sudanese, al Qaeda among rebel prisoners http://africa.reuters.com/country/SD/news/usnL13600519.html (UK) Terror ruling a major setback for police (update) -- UK Appeal Court rules Al-Qaeda propaganda not illegal in overturning convictions of five men http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/uk/crime/article3363906.ece -- previous story http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/uk/crime/article3363827.ece -- letter from defendant to parents http://www.timesonline.co.uk/multimedia/archive/00283/letter_283154a.jpg (UK) Commentary: Appeal Court Judgment UK - Necessary correction - by Roderick Jones http://counterterrorismblog.org/2008/02/appeal_court_judgment_uk_neces.php (Germany) Jordanian confesses to terrorism charges as trial opens in Germany -- Thaer Alhalah on trial from plotting to create terror group in Sudan http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/13/europe/EU-GEN-Germany-Terror-Trial.php http://www.expatica.com/de/articles/news/Jordanian-admits-to-chatroom-terrorist-conspiracy--.html France considers ways to bulk up beleaguered NATO force in Afghanistan http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/13/europe/EU-GEN-France-NATO.php France jails ex-ETA leader for 30 years http://www.ireland.com/newspaper/breaking/2008/0213/breaking87.htm (Netherlands) 17 Danish newspapers print controversial Mohammed cartoon - update http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080213/wl_mideast_afp/denmarkmediaislam_080213170254;_ylt=Av88WIg_P6l4bharj8QV4cqs0NUE Serbia will never recognize any Kosovo declaration of independence, prime minister says - update http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/13/europe/EU-GEN-Serbia-Kosovo-Independence.php February 13, 2008 Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Iraq) Sadrists say CBS journalists to be freed http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080213/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq_080212054535;_ylt=AtH8FDc2Otl_aQcDF0TngwRX6GMA (Iraq) U.S.: Iraqi hospital chief linked to al-Qaida -- follow-up to February 12 London Times report http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/23143005/ http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/iraq/article3353482.ece (Afghanistan) Roadside bombs kill 7 Afghans - 4 killed in Khost, 3 in Musa Qala http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080213/ap_on_re_as/afghanistan_6;_ylt=AmAgGiAE3Ynz1S.Mo0KP0djOVooA (Afghanistan) Bomb in ex-Taliban stronghold kills three Afghan soldiers -- Musa Qala district http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080213/wl_sthasia_afp/afghanistanunrestblast_080213085436;_ylt=AphF0GXaig7LeNtaA9UPk4nOVooA Afghanistan: Italian soldier killed in attack -- in the district of Uzeebin http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1873183617 Pakistan election campaign convoy bombed, 2 dead - Swat valley - candidate Mufti Hussain Ahmed wounded http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticle.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/February/subcontinent_February386.xml§ion=subcontinent (Pakistan) Fifteen militants surrender in Swat http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\02\13\story_13-2-2008_pg7_18 (Pakistan) Security agencies interrogating Mansoor Dadullah http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\02\13\story_13-2-2008_pg7_10 Pakistan: Taliban denies abducting ambassador http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1872511211 (Pakistan) 40 suspects arrested during search operation -- Baloch Liberation Army claims 150 arrested http://www.dawn.com/2008/02/13/top9.htm Pakistan test fires nuclear-capable Hatf III Ghaznavi missile -- Pakistan tests nuclear-capable missile: army http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/World/Pakistan/Pakistan_test_fires_nuclear-capable_Hatf_III_Ghaznavi_missile/articleshow/2778730.cms http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080213/wl_sthasia_afp/pakistanmilitarymissile_080213060650;_ylt=Al86LQeLzEEneRQUEtr0zn3zPukA (India) Two Naxals nabbed in Chhattisgarh http://news.webindia123.com/news/Articles/India/india_1.html (U.S.) Executions may be carried out at Gitmo http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080213/ap_on_re_us/guantanamo_executions_8;_ylt=AjOu8SpljBP831bjW7JljmcTv5UB (U.S.) Senate OKs new rules on eavesdropping http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080213/ap_on_go_co/terrorist_surveillance_14;_ylt=Al2ZAGehtej4OYRNyZGrNDoTv5UB (U.S.) Homeland Security Chief on Threats - Real and Hyped http://counterterrorismblog.org/2008/02/homeland_security_chief_on_thr.php (Syria) Hezbollah: Top militant killed -- Imad Mughniyeh killed in recent car bomb in Syria - involved in 1985 TWA jetliner hijacking, attacks on US Embassy and Marine base in Lebanon during 1980s http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080213/ap_on_re_mi_ea/lebanon_militant_11;_ylt=Ao5VoEfXwj0QnIqoyMOkFCbagGIB (Syria) 'Nasrallah's political deputy was also killed in Damascus blast' http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1202742146924&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Syria) Hezbollah commander on FBI terrorist list killed http://www.cnn.com/2008/WORLD/meast/02/13/hezbollah/index.html Syria: Hezbollah accuses Israel of killing top official http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1872668064 Israel denies any role in Hezbollah killing http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2008/February/middleeast_February147.xml§ion=middleeast&col= Hizbullah spiritual leader: Mugniyah's death – severe loss to Jihad way http://www.ynetnews.com/articles/0,7340,L-3506293,00.html Middle East Strategy at Harvard: "Imad Mughniyah is dead" http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/mesh/2008/02/imad_mughniyah_is_dead/ Factbox: Who was Imad Moughniyah? http://www.alertnet.org/thenews/newsdesk/L13875726.htm Hamas issues glossy magazine in Gaza praising its military wing, rocket attacks on Israel http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/13/africa/ME-GEN-Palestinians-Hamas-Magazine.php Palestinians burn Joseph's Tomb -- Judaism's 3rd holiest site regarded as burial place of biblical patriarch http://www.worldnetdaily.com/index.php?fa=PAGE.view&pageId=56238 MEMRI: Hamas Children TV Bunny 'Assud' Replaces 'Martyred' Brother 'Nahoul the Bee,' Vows to Liberate Al-Aqsa, 'Eat Jews' http://memri.org/bin/latestnews.cgi?ID=SD184108 (Israel) Several treated for shock as Kassam hits house in Sderot http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1202742148202&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Google Earth: Israel 'stole Palestinian land' http://www.worldnetdaily.com/index.php?fa=PAGE.view&pageId=56140 (Russia) Al-Qaeda militant killed in south Russia - Interior Ministry -- Jordanian-born Khalid Yusef Mohammad al-Elitat http://en.rian.ru/russia/20080212/99044467.html (UK) Five British Muslims who became 'intoxicated' by propaganda have terror convictions quashed -- four were Bradford University students - freed by Court of Appeal http://www.dailymail.co.uk/pages/live/articles/news/news.html?in_article_id=514167&in_page_id=1770&ito=newsnow http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/uk/crime/article3363827.ece (UK) Foreign Secretary risks US row over 9/11 trials -- has "concerns" about the US plan to try terrorist suspects before military tribunals http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2008/02/12/nmiliband312.xml Serbian PM Kostunica urges Kosovo Serbs to stay put after independence declaration http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/13/europe/EU-GEN-Serbia-Kosovo-Independence.php (Sweden) Terror suspects had map of Vilks' house http://www.thelocal.se/9967/20080213/ http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/02/sweden-terror-suspects-had-map-of-vilks.html (France) Two ETA suspects arrested in France http://www.expatica.com/fr/articles/news/Two-ETA-suspects-arrested-in-France.html (Europe) Studying violent radicalization in Europe http://www.diis.dk/sw49735.asp http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/02/studying-violent-radicalization-in.html (Australia) Muslim group 'planned mass murder' - planned to blow up football stadiums and train stations and talked of killing 1000 people - in pursuit of Islamic jihad http://www.theaustralian.news.com.au/story/0,25197,23210411-5001561,00.html Australia: Muslims accused of plot to kill a thousand people http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1872947625 (Australia) Group set up for Melbourne jihad: court http://www.smh.com.au/news/national/group-planned-melbourne-jihad-court-told/2008/02/13/1202760386131.html (Australia) Muslim 12 deny terror charges in Australia http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080213/wl_asia_afp/australiaattacksjustice_080213080302;_ylt=AjBSDgTn1fE2gQ3asl7OdBITv5UB Sri Lankan military says roadside bomb blast kills 2 -- near the town of Vavuniya http://www.ynetnews.com/articles/0,7340,L-3506135,00.html Sri Lanka's civilian casualties reaching appalling levels, Red Cross says http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/13/asia/AS-GEN-Sri-Lanka-Civil-War.php 'North Korea's nuclear declaration will take more time' http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1202742144300&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Columbia) FARC fails to release hostages http://www.newspress.com/Top/Article/article.jsp?Section=WORLD&ID=565244106177380377 (Commentary) Symposium: Shattered Dreams of Al Qaeda http://frontpagemagazine.com/Articles/Read.aspx?GUID=78706CE1-7961-4C49-87E3-6B284E4B9C9E Other News: (Netherlands) Danish newspapers reprint controversial Prophet Muhammad cartoon http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1202742146675&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Netherlands) Arab states lobby against Dutch anti-Islam film http://www.expatica.com/nl/articles/news/Arab-states-lobby-against-Dutch-anti_Islam-film.html (UK) Queen fears sharia law row could seriously damage the Church -- dismayed at the controversy caused by Dr Rowan Williams comments http://www.dailymail.co.uk/pages/live/articles/news/news.html?in_article_id=514096&in_page_id=1770&ito=newsnow (UK) Anxiety of Queen over sharia law controversy http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2008/02/13/nsharia113.xml#form (U.S.) 'Tractor Man' avoids more prison time -- North Carolina tobacco farmer Dwight Watson - 2003 standoff on DC National Mall http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080213/ap_on_re_us/tractor_terror_1;_ylt=AqsBYVIZUbRv_TcF7T9Np1ITv5UB Russia could aim nukes at Ukraine if it joins NATO: Putin http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Top_Headlines/Russia_could_aim_nukes_at_Ukraine_if_it_joins_NATO_Putin/articleshow/2777528.cms February 12, 2008 PM Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (U.S.) DHS, FBI Warn of Possibility of Female Suicide Bombers -- also could use "prosthetic devices that mimic the look of a pregnant woman" http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,330415,00.html -- DHS Report (Adobe Acrobat PDF file) http://www.foxnews.com/projects/pdf/DHS_report_on_female_suicide_bombers.pdf (Pakistan) Taliban offers kidnapped diplomat for leader - reportedly offers kidnapped ambassador Tariq Azizuddin for militant Mansour Dadullah http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1869600996 http://www.pakistanlink.com/Headlines/Feb08/12/06.htm Iraq: Sunni Groups Vie For Control Of Western Region http://www.rferl.org/featuresarticle/2008/2/7AB8058B-0381-417D-8082-5E1BDCB8E788.html (Iraq) Underestimating al-Sadr - Again http://www.time.com/time/world/article/0,8599,1712055,00.html (Iraq) Report: New report confirms WMD fears in Iraq were legitimate http://www.onenewsnow.com/Security/Default.aspx?id=66956 (U.S.) Senate OKs immunity for telecoms http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080212/ap_on_go_co/terrorist_surveillance_2;_ylt=AmFHZkEKr1k02CSwUwFILPwTv5UB US compares 9/11 trials to Nuremberg http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080212/ap_on_go_pr_wh/sept_11_trials_nazis_3;_ylt=AsE5UKBT.EjQY4ZPO6A21HUTv5UB West Bank money changers arrested on suspicion of funding terror http://www.ynetnews.com/articles/0,7340,L-3505755,00.html Somalia PM ready for inclusive peace talks -- including Islamists http://africa.reuters.com/country/ET/news/usnL12105599.html (UK) Terror pamphlet charge two bailed http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/7241432.stm (Canada) Innocuous video hid terror plot -- Said Namouh's Quebec Jihadist plots on video http://www.nationalpost.com/news/canada/story.html?id=303375 (Canada) Public Safety Minister expects court challenge for anti-terror law http://www.theglobeandmail.com/servlet/story/RTGAM.20080212.wday12/BNStory/National/home (Australia) Biggest Australia terror trial to begin - 12 Melbourne men http://tvnz.co.nz/view/page/536641/1580075 Thai govt mulling self-rule for Muslim provinces -- 2900 killed by terror attacks since 2004 http://www.businesstimes.com.sg/sub/news/story/0,4574,267367,00.html? February 12, 2008 Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Iraq) Attack kills, injures three Iraqi officers - in Basra http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1070252 (Iraq) U.S. forces find 13 bodies in Iraq mass grave -- in Muqdadiya in Diyala province http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080212/wl_nm/iraq_bodies_dc_1;_ylt=ApnR0VZDyC9jvubNtQjREzVX6GMA Iraq launches hunt for kidnapped CBS journalists http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080212/wl_afp/iraqmediauscbskidnap_080212113812;_ylt=ArgQr5NF0zoZd.YxU3MpA2xX6GMA (Iraq) U.S. military's restraint not al Qaeda's war code http://www.washingtontimes.com/article/20080212/NATION/420301933/1002 (Iraq) US, Iran officials to meet soon on Iraqi security http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/focusoniraq/2008/February/focusoniraq_February26.xml§ion=focusoniraq (Iraq) Psychiatric hospital boss arrested over al-Qaeda attack by human boobytraps http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/iraq/article3353482.ece (Afghanistan) NATO soldier wounded in Afghan suicide attack: ISAF -- in Delaram district of western Farah province http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080212/wl_sthasia_afp/afghanistanunrestsuicidenato_080212112457;_ylt=AuUEAbtKc7RDWvd6F7au3CnOVooA (Afghanistan) US dismisses Taliban assertion of 'defeat' in Afghanistan http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080212/wl_sthasia_afp/usattacksafghanistantaliban_080212063824;_ylt=AvpC270uWC0ozlcK9ogedMfOVooA (Afghanistan) World must stop supporting US, says Taliban's Mullah Omar http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\02\12\story_12-2-2008_pg7_3 (Afghanistan) Karzai asks for help to build more Islamic madrassas http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/12/asia/AS-GEN-Afghan-Schools.php (Pakistan) Explosion in SW Pakistan wounds 5 journalists -- bicycle bomb en route to election rally in Khazdar in Baluchistan province http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1070255 Pakistan mobilizes troops for election: ministry http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080212/wl_sthasia_afp/pakistanvotemilitary;_ylt=A9G_R3Klm7FHdvgAxBBvaA8F Pakistan searches for missing envoy, nuke officials http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080212/wl_sthasia_afp/pakistanunrest_080212084814;_ylt=AvkkpEIHDknhYByFMd0jpYrzPukA (Pakistan) Two Pakistan nuclear officials kidnapped: police http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/February/subcontinent_February349.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (Pakistan) Militant killed near Tank http://www.dawn.com/2008/02/12/top14.htm (Pakistan) In Pakistan, doubts over the fight in tribal areas -- questions about Pakistani government's commitment to combating militancy in tribal areas http://www.iht.com/articles/2008/02/12/asia/pakistan.php (Pakistan) How the Suicide Attackers Operate in Pakistan http://www.paktribune.com/news/index.shtml?197334 (India) Concerns grow on Lashkar designs -- 4 members of terrorist cell used legitimate passports http://www.hindu.com/2008/02/12/stories/2008021250050100.htm (India Assam) Three rebels with suspected links with Pakistan's ISI gunned down NE India http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1070042 (India) 'Supplier' of explosives to LTTE arrested in Tamil Nadu http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Top_Headlines/Supplier_of_explosives_to_LTTE_arrested_in_Tamil_Nadu/articleshow/2774702.cms (U.S.) Al Qaeda's New Face Of Terror: American? Top Counter-Terrorism Official At FBI Tells CBS News Next Attack On U.S. Could Be Carried Out By Americans - trained in Pakistan http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2008/02/11/eveningnews/main3819364.shtml?source=mostpop_story (U.S.) Guantanamo Bay: Trial of 9/11 plotters faces hurdles http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080212/ap_on_re_la_am_ca/guantanamo_sept11_trial_1;_ylt=AqNRqpTpZpc2EAirXToehR0Tv5UB (U.S.) FBI 'Clean Team' re-interrogated 9/11 suspects -- Agency tried non-coercive techniques to protect case against six detainees http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/23120362/ (U.S.) More screening planned at 7 airports http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080211/ap_on_go_ca_st_pe/airport_security (U.S.) FBI tracks book sales for terrorism leads -- Spike in interest in air security raises red flags http://www.worldnetdaily.com/index.php?fa=PAGE.view&pageId=56128 Trinidad and Tobago - JFK bomb suspects to know fate Feb 18 - whether extradited to United States http://www.jamaica-gleaner.com/gleaner/20080212/carib/carib1.html (Iran) Israel sure Iran seeking nuclear arms: Olmert http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080212/wl_mideast_afp/israelmideastirannucleargermany_080212104750;_ylt=AlZyL5N5viCvIFX8pXBABblSw60A (Gaza) Two mortar shells fired from Gaza into Israel http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1202742136969&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Gaza) 7 Palestinians wounded in Gaza incursion http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2008/February/middleeast_February129.xml§ion=middleeast&col= (West Bank) IDF troops arrest 6 Palestinian terror suspects in West Bank http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1202742133600&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull 'Egypt combing Rafah area for tunnels' http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1202742134948&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Algerian ambush claims 17 - Algerian govt forces killed 17 members associated with ambush, reported to be Al Qaeda Organization in the Islamic Maghreb http://www.iol.co.za/index.php?set_id=1&click_id=68&art_id=nw20080212132524199C530219 Somalia: UN suspends operations following attacks -- on UN Mogadishu compound http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1868811779 (Somalia) German aid worker kidnapped in northern Somalia http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/12/africa/AF-GEN-Somalia-Kidnapping.php Mauritania killings may be new Qaeda chapter http://thestar.com.my/news/story.asp?file=/2008/2/12/worldupdates/2008-02-12T134850Z_01_NOOTR_RTRMDNC_0_-318974-1&sec=Worldupdates (Russia) Security official, 3 gunmen killed in shootout in Russia -- also roadside bomb hit a police car near the town of Khasavyurt http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/12/europe/EU-GEN-Russian-Caucasus-Violence.php Russia has developed concept for fighting terrorism - Patrushev -- concept not described http://www.interfax.ru/e/B/politics/28.html?id_issue=11965416 (UK) Islamist extremists have penetrated the heart of Britain -- security services state infiltration includes Government and key public utilities to pass sensitive information to terrorists http://www.dailymail.co.uk/pages/live/articles/news/news.html?in_article_id=513771&in_page_id=1770&ct=5 (UK) Colleges: Warning over terror recruiters http://ukpress.google.com/article/ALeqM5iRlOi2AhPdeNnWRDBoFyEG5qmE9A (Northern Ireland) Man cleared of two bomb attacks http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/northern_ireland/7239874.stm (Netherlands) 'Terror plot' to kill Mohammed cartoonist -- Kurt Westergaard http://www.cnn.com/2008/WORLD/europe/02/12/denmark.cartoon/index.html (Netherlands) Islamists held over 'cartoonist murder plot' http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/europe/article3355938.ece (France) Report: Terror threat in France remains 'quite high,' presidential aide says http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/12/europe/EU-GEN-France-Terror-Threat.php Turkish authorities foil bombing - in Istanbul by PKK http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1070258 (Europe) Travelers to Europe May Face Fingerprinting http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2008/02/11/AR2008021102786.html?hpid=topnews Netherlands: Terrorist possibly in hiding - Pakistani Akeel Abassi -- part of Barcelona cell with German attack plot http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/02/netherlands-terrorist-possibly-in.html (Netherlands) Full checks of Schiphol personnel -- after fake bomb smuggled onto aircraft http://www.expatica.com/nl/articles/news/Full-checks-of-Schiphol-personnel.html Serbia prepares measures against Kosovo independence http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/12/europe/EU-GEN-Serbia-Kosovo-Independence.php (Thailand) Local politician, son killed in drive-by shooting in Narathiwat http://www.nationmultimedia.com/breakingnews/read.php?newsid=30065152 Southeast Asia: New effort to cut funding to terror groups (my title) http://www.bangkokpost.com/topstories/topstories.php?id=125883 (Sri Lanka) Rebel artillery fire hits Catholic church in Sri Lanka, killing 6 soldiers, military says http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/12/asia/AS-GEN-Sri-Lanka-Civil-War.php (Sri Lanka) Fighting claims 45 rebels, 16 soldiers in Lanka http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/February/subcontinent_February350.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (Sri Lanka) Heavy fighting kills dozens in Sri Lanka http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/February/subcontinent_February348.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (North Korea) Experts say leniency on North Korea has risks http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080212/pl_nm/korea_north_usa_dc_1;_ylt=AgZ1T23GlfSk9JYC27ey2imCscEA Colombia hostage release advancing: FARC http://ca.reuters.com/article/topNews/idCAN1162635920080212?rpc=401& Commentary: Playing dumb on terrorism? http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080212/COMMENTARY/191012981/1012/COMMENTARY Other News: (UK) Williams won't back down over sharia http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2008/02/11/nbishop511.xmlhttp://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2008/02/11/nbishop511.xml (UK) Commentary: Dr Rowan Williams's words were understood http://www.telegraph.co.uk/opinion/main.jhtml?xml=/opinion/2008/02/12/dl1201.xml (Sweden) Malmo: Mother suspects honor murder http://www.thelocal.se/9958/20080212/ http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/02/malm-mother-suspects-honor-murder.html Belgium: Jews want to act against Muslim broadcaster incitement http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/02/belgium-jews-want-to-act-against-muslim.html Saudi Arabia: Religious police ban 'red' ahead of Valentine's Day http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Religion/?id=1.0.1868928199 Iran: 'Insufficiently Islamic' senior cleric barred from polls http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Politics/?id=1.0.1868758799 Israeli town sues Google over claim it was built on Arab village http://www.haaretz.com/hasen/spages/953243.html Report: Human rights watchdog: Islamophobia on the rise in Holland, Muslims stigmatized, attacked http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/12/europe/EU-GEN-EU-Netherlands-Islamophobia.php (U.S.) GI in Afghanistan Converts to Islam http://www.military.com/NewsContent/0,13319,161802,00.html U.S. to Skirt Green-Card Check -- Action Will Help Applicants Lacking Final FBI Clearance http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2008/02/11/AR2008021103132.html February 11, 2008 PM Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Iraq) Al-Qaida regaining some footing -- High-profile Iraq bombings may be proof al-Qaida is regrouping http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080211/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq_al_qaida_counterpunch_1 (Iraq) Some Al-Qaeda leaders flee Iraq with cash: general http://afp.google.com/article/ALeqM5jxVGXOda1oaU2DUZB9oPCwWbMatw (Iraq) Twin Car Bombs Kill 22 In Baghdad - update http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2008/02/11/ap/world/main3818889.shtml (Iraq) CBS: 2 Journalists Missing in Basra http://www.chicagotribune.com/news/nationworld/sns-ap-iraq-missing-journalists,1,881308.story?track=rss (Afghanistan) Mullah Omar: Taliban no Threat to US http://www.military.com/NewsContent/0,13319,161803,00.html (Afghanistan) Four arrested following roadside bomb explosion behind Canadian convoy http://canadianpress.google.com/article/ALeqM5hcn1BXEN8KjaGAGomvyCJR2ZGG9A Pakistan Diplomat Missing At Afghan Border - Ambassador to Afghanistan missing, feared kidnapped http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2008/02/11/world/main3817086.shtml (India) Lashkar had plotted attack on ISRO http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Lashkar_had_plotted_attack_on_ISRO/articleshow/2774694.cms (U.S.) Embattled Muslim aide to leave Pentagon job -- Hesham Islam's 'resume didn't add up,' official says http://www.worldnetdaily.com/index.php?fa=PAGE.view&pageId=56110 (U.S.) Pentagon charges Sept. 11 suspects - update http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080211/ap_on_go_ca_st_pe/us_sept_11_trial http://www.cnn.com/2008/US/02/11/911.charges/index.html -- Defense Dept. press release http://www.defenselink.mil/news/newsarticle.aspx?id=48930 (U.S.) A look the trials for for 9-11 suspects http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080211/ap_on_re_la_am_ca/guantanamo_glance_1;_ylt=AjLhSyG40E2P2UM6Am3BG3ETv5UB Turkish Islamist Website: Each Muslim Must Kill An Infidel For Allah's Grace http://www.thememriblog.org/turkey/blog_personal/en/5202.htm Algeria: Four al-Qaeda suspects appear in court http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1865664255 (Somalia) Growing Rift between Somalia's Major Jihad Groups – Shabab Al-Mujahideen and Islamic Courts Union http://www.memri.org/bin/latestnews.cgi?ID=SD183808 Yemen: Al-Qaeda 'sends death threats' to famous singer http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1866535331 (Nigeria) Three killed in riots over caricature of Muhammad http://www.africasia.com/services/news/newsitem.php?area=africa&item=080208213035.zigo8h5d.php (Africa) Following African terrorism fears, 2009 Dakar Rally moves to South America http://sports.yahoo.com/nascar/news?slug=ap-dakarrally&prov=ap&type=lgns (Egypt) Mubarak says US troop presence in Iraq 'attracts terrorists' http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080211/wl_mideast_afp/egyptiraqusdiplomacy_080211190546;_ylt=AjbUF68fi8txWGHnDTFm0hQTv5UB (Spain) Ambiguities arise in Spain's alleged terror plot http://www.latimes.com/news/printedition/asection/la-fg-terror11feb11,1,3476038.story (Germany) Report: German Nationals Get Training in Terror Camps - Deutsche-World Report http://www.dw-world.de/dw/article/0,2144,3119431,00.html A Review of Ronald Kessler's "Terrorist Watch" -- by Jeffrey Breinholt http://counterterrorismblog.org/2008/02/a_review_of_ronald_kesslers_te.php http://www.investigativeproject.org/article/604 Colombia rebels forced abortions - FARC leaders force women fighters to have abortions or hand over babies http://www1.pressdemocrat.com/article/20080211/NEWS/802110356/1033/NEWS01 Other News: (Iran) Nearly 30 years of Islamic rule http://www.upi.com/International_Security/Emerging_Threats/Analysis/2008/02/11/analysis_nearly_30_years_of_islamic_rule/3108/ Kuwait Islamist Hardliners Take Aim at Valentine's Day http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,330333,00.html (U.S.) 2 Espionage Cases Involving China Unfolding; 4 Arrested Including DoD Official http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,330320,00.html http://www.cnn.com/2008/CRIME/02/11/espionage.indictments/index.html US Navy intercepts Russian bombers flying near ships http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/11/america/NA-GEN-US-Navy-Russian-Bombers.php February 11, 2008 Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Iraq) 11 killed in Baghdad car bombings -- two car bombs at Al-Huriyah square of Jadriyah neighborhood http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080211/wl_mideast_afp/iraqunrestbaghdad_080211123914;_ylt=AoiEAbKcd_kTyMFMNJjSI8pX6GMA http://www.twincities.com/national/ci_8227047 (Iraq) Car bomb explodes near senior Shiite politician's Baghdad compound, killing at least 3 http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/11/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq-Baghdad-Bombing.php (Iraq) US says 25 Shiite militiamen held in Baghdad raids -- in Sabak Sur http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080211/wl_mideast_afp/iraqunrestsadr_080211123341;_ylt=Ak7YaHNb2oFUaJq9EhaaMGhX6GMA (Iraq) Al-Qaeda leaders admit: 'We are in crisis. There is panic and fear' http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/iraq/article3346386.ece (Afghanistan) Blast strikes Afghan governor's convoy - wounding three police in Kandhar, but governor survives - Afghan cleric and 4 others killed when landmine in Helmand they plotted to plant exploded early http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080211/wl_sthasia_afp/afghanistanunrest_080211110157;_ylt=AlJEvoogernDLgnszbiDnVfOVooA --- Afghan governor survives bomb attack http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/afghanistan;_ylt=Auw56Hir2eRjKM7htkizVabOVooA (Afghanistan) Norway shuts Afghan embassy over threats http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080210/ap_on_re_eu/afghanistan_norway_embassy_6;_ylt=AiwcURc7tPqksfY.imCaH0UTv5UB (Afghanistan) UK RAF find 'Taliban with British accents' http://www.metro.co.uk/news/world/article.html?in_article_id=98358&in_page_id=64 (Pakistan) Another suicide blast kills ten including Pakistan vote candidate: police -- Nasir Ali and 9 others killed in North Waziristan http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080211/wl_afp/pakistanvoteunrestsuicide_080211120743;_ylt=Aod3eTaLhbQiKlPFL_tSDbrzPukA (Pakistan) Senior Taliban figure caught in Pakistan -- Mansoor Dadullah, brother of the Taliban's slain military commander Mullah Dadullah http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080211/ap_on_re_as/pakistan_violence_3;_ylt=AsK0pYhlZzT9_h9aS2Q6lQTzPukA (Pakistan) Taliban commander seriously wounded not killed Pakistani official http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1883354&Language=en http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1883296&Language=en -- see also AKI report http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1865557478 -- see also CNN report http://www.cnn.com/2008/WORLD/asiapcf/02/11/taliban.commander/index.html (Pakistan) 'Suicide bomber' arrested in Khyber Agency http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\02\11\story_11-2-2008_pg7_22 (Pakistan) Troops arrest 31 'militants' in Swat http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\02\11\story_11-2-2008_pg7_4 (Pakistan) Two would-be bombers among 36 held in Swat http://www.dawn.com/2008/02/11/top3.htm (Pakistan) Report: Islamist parties face drubbing in Pakistan vote -- Reuters quotes Pakistani concerns over economy http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/February/subcontinent_February317.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= Pakistani parties rally amid terror threat http://news.yahoo.com/s/csm/20080211/wl_csm/osharif (Pakistan) Asia Times Reports "Revolt in Pakistan's Tribal Areas": Ceasefire: A lull before the storm http://www.atimes.com/atimes/South_Asia/JB09Df01.html -- and -- Al-Qaeda sets sight on the next battlefield http://www.atimes.com/atimes/South_Asia/JB12Df01.html (India) Militant attended terror camp in Pakistan -- six Lashkar-e-Toiba terrorists arrested in Uttar Pradesh http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/India/Militant_attended_terror_camp_in_Pak/articleshow/2771835.cms (India) Lashkar-e-Toiba plot to blow up BSE foiled, six held - update http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/LeT_plot_to_blow_up_BSE_foiled_six_held/articleshow/2771826.cms (India) Bangalore under terror scanner http://www.ndtv.com/convergence/ndtv/story.aspx?id=NEWEN20080040962&ch=2/11/2008%209:29:00%20AM (India) Rights activist arrested in ULFA plane hijacking plot http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/India/Rights_activist_arrested_in_ULFA_plane_hijacking_plot/articleshow/2774060.cms (U.S.) Feds seek double cash for terror tips http://www.ajc.com/metro/content/printedition/2008/02/11/rewards0211.html U.S. to Seek Death Penalty for Guantanamo Prisoners With Sept. 11 Ties -- update - announcement to come Monday http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,330277,00.html (U.S.) Senate to debate new wiretap rules http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080211/NATION/710163083/1002 Iran sends defiant message to West on revolution day http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080211/wl_nm/iran_nuclear_ahmadinejad_dc_3;_ylt=AuYf8quzt9x75J74aw4sPDFSw60A Iran plans to launch two more rockets into space http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080211/wl_afp/iranmilitaryspace_080211114616;_ylt=AkKzWIYq3otJCvOKwVmPhadSw60A (Iran) Ahmadinejad pushing aside the old guard in Iran http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/23104260/ (Iran) 'We will never give up nuclear program' http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1202730276564&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Arab Daily al-Quds al-Arabi and AKI Report: "Hamas leader in hiding after death threats" http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1865484948 (West Bank) IDF slaps closure on Jenin after terror alert http://www.haaretz.com/hasen/spages/953093.html (Algeria) Al-Qaeda says behind killing of 8 Algerian troops http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080211/wl_nm/algeria_qaeda_claim_dc_1;_ylt=AuWlQek17SKJqhQdC1rkDcN6CC8A Somalia: Islamic Courts Officials Meet in Southern Somalia http://allafrica.com/stories/200802110006.html (UK) '70 percent of British terrorism traced to Pakistan' -- UK Foreign Secretary David Miliband http://story.irishsun.com/index.php/ct/9/cid/2411cd3571b4f088/id/326475/cs/1/ (UK) All clear after bomb alert shuts down UK gas rig http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080210/wl_nm/britain_security_rig_dc (Germany) Police said to identify four Germans in terrorist camps -- on border between Pakistan and Afghanistan - members of Islamic Jihad Union http://www.expatica.com/de/articles/news/Police-said-to-identify-four-Germans-in-terrorist-camps--.html (Europe) US administration orders clampdown on flights to US -- EU officials furious as Washington says it wants extra data on all air passengers http://www.guardian.co.uk/world/2008/feb/11/usa.theairlineindustry (Spain) 14 illegal Basque separatist party members held in Spain http://www.expatica.com/es/articles/news/14-illegal-Basque-separatist-party-members-held-in-Spain.html (Netherlands) Still leaks in Schiphol security http://www.expatica.com/nl/articles/news/Still-leaks-in-Schiphol-security.html (Thailand) 5 policemen injured in Yala ambush http://www.nationmultimedia.com/breakingnews/read.php?newsid=30065053 (Thailand) Village head, ex-assistant shot dead in Narathiwat http://www.nationmultimedia.com/breakingnews/read.php?newsid=30064947 (Thailand) Possible bomb attack in Hat Yai : Interior Minister http://www.nationmultimedia.com/breakingnews/read.php?newsid=30065075 (Sri Lanka) 41 rebels, 3 security personnel killed in Sri Lanka http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/41_rebels_3_security_personnel_killed_in_Sri_Lanka_/articleshow/2774325.cms (Sri Lanka) Policemen die in Sri Lanka mine attack http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/world/south_asia/7238329.stm http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/11/asia/AS-GEN-Sri-Lanka-Civil-War.php New Zealand to increase domestic flight security in wake of hijack attempt http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/11/asia/AS-GEN-New-Zealand-Pilots-Attacked.php Other News: (Netherlands) Wilders discloses more information about film http://www.expatica.com/nl/articles/news/Wilders-discloses-more-information-about-film.html Turkish lawmakers lift headscarf ban amid heavy protests http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080209/wl_afp/turkeypoliticsreligion_080209224728;_ylt=AkT.5yrC6l4XMAwc5W.IBZntfLkA (UK) Muslim scholar backs beleaguered archbishop -- Sheikh Suhaib Hasan, the secretary of the Islamic Sharia Council http://uk.reuters.com/article/reutersEdge/idUKNOA14873320080211?rpc=401& (UK) Archbishop of Canterbury to discuss controversy caused by his Sharia law remarks http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/11/europe/EU-REL-Britain-Shariah-Law.php (UK) Archbishop's 'great integrity' hailed by PM http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2008/02/11/nbishop311.xml (UK) Prime Minister gives his backing to Archbishop of Canterbury -- Archbishop Rowan Williams under fire for calling for use of Sharia law in UK http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/comment/faith/article3350266.ece (UK) Anglican Bishop: Christians don't go to heaven http://www.worldnetdaily.com/index.php?fa=PAGE.view&pageId=56071 (UK) Commentary: Joan Smith: British women are already suffering from Islamic law http://www.independent.co.uk/opinion/commentators/joan-smith/joan-smith-british-women-are-already-suffering-from-islamic-law-780407.html (UK) London police identify decapitated body as Algerian man http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/10/europe/EU-GEN-Britain-Headless-Corpse.php (U.S.) Three suspects charged with arson following mosque fire http://www.wbir.com/news/local/story.aspx?storyid=54394 February 10, 2008 PM Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Iraq) Bombings, gunmen kill 42 in Iraq (updated) http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080210/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq_080210182541 (U.S.) Michael Chertoff's deepest fears: Terrorists entering U.S. from Canada http://www.nydailynews.com/news/us_world/2008/02/10/2008-02-10_michael_chertoffs_deepest_fears_terroris.html (Pakistan) Al-Qaeda, Taliban threat to Pakistan government: Gates http://afp.google.com/article/ALeqM5gSJohBp9LWpTwcrjB5fIQyrCif_Q February 10, 2008 Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Iraq) Fifteen killed in north Iraq clashes: US military - near Sinjar in Nineveh province http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080210/us_nm/iraq_dc_16;_ylt=AkvF4qMQlYiUBmko3h7a3q1X6GMA http://www.ynetnews.com/articles/0,7340,L-3504991,00.html Iraqi police: Suicide car bomb injures 4 near Kirkuk http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1202625819979&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Iraq) Missiles target British military base in Iraq http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1069491 (Iraq) MNF reports death of US sailor in Iraq http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1069358 (Iraq) US military says volunteers hurting Al-Qaeda in Iraq http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080210/wl_mideast_afp/iraqunrestqaeda_080210131907;_ylt=AmwZM52PqV55JFOpNfvDznJX6GMA http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080210/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq_080119205442;_ylt=Airf5QLMeQZ6XUSMnA03aCxX6GMA (Iraq) Diary of an Insurgent In Retreat - Diary of Al Qaeda in Iraq details losses http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/23092308/ http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2008/02/09/AR2008020902666.html (Iraq) US Commanders Welcome Fallujah Revival http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2008/02/09/AR2008020902666.html (Afghanistan) US says global Islamic extremism would thrive on Afghan failure: Defense Secretary Gates http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080210/ts_afp/munichsecurityusafghanistan_080210100631;_ylt=At2eIv7jtistLK2aXeb1hPDOVooA (Afghanistan) S. Korea denies ransom payment to Taliban http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2008/02/10/s_korea_denies_ransom_payment_to_taliban/8797/ Pakistan election rally death toll rises to 27 http://www.cnn.com/2008/WORLD/asiapcf/02/10/pakistan.blast/index.html http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080210/wl_afp/pakistanattacksvote_080210120630;_ylt=Ah76fJjqS1T7LqJSoVFdY_vzPukA (Pakistan) Security man killed in blast - in the Nushki area http://www.dawn.com/2008/02/10/top18.htm (Pakistan) Suicide attack heightens fears for Pakistan polls http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080210/wl_nm/pakistan_violence_dc_5;_ylt=Ar3VDxSiHDc7int.zdcnNebzPukA (Pakistan) US chief: Pakistan terror threat rising: Mike Mullen http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080209/ap_on_re_as/pakistan_us_1;_ylt=AiguvgXtVFmNw0lrHZEmXycTv5UB (Pakistan) U.S. Pentagon: No plan to carry out any operation against Pakistan http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/World/Pakistan/No_plan_to_carry_out_any_operation_against_Pak_Pentagon/articleshow/2770055.cms Pakistani terrorism seen as growing threat to Europe http://www.iht.com/articles/2008/02/10/europe/spain.php (Pakistan) Terror trajectory: Still too scared to shop -- Pakistanis fear to go to public places in Rawalpindi and Islamabad http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\02\10\story_10-2-2008_pg11_1 (Pakistan) Report: Pakistanis turn against bin Laden -- reported new Terror Free Tomorrow organization poll last month (not yet on website) http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080210/ap_on_re_as/pakistan_opinion_poll_1;_ylt=An6PfyEnri7CGhD4COZuedzzPukA http://www.terrorfreetomorrow.org (India J&K) Top insurgent of Pakistan-based Hizbul Mujahideen group killed in Kashmir http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1069446 http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Top_Headlines/Top_Hizbul_militant_killed_in_Jammu__Kashmir/articleshow/2770848.cms (India) CRPF camp attack: Six Lashkar-e-Toiba militants arrested in Uttar Pradesh http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Arrested_LeT_men_were_heading_to_Mumbai_Sources/articleshow/2770591.cms (India) Arrested Lashkar-e-Toiba militants' next target was Mumbai http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/India/Arrested_LeT_militants_next_target_was_Mumbai/articleshow/2771428.cms Nuclear terrorism a continuing threat to world security, U.N. atomic watchdog warns http://www.twincities.com/national/ci_8218742 (Lebanon) IDF: Hezbollah missiles deployed in South Lebanon http://www.haaretz.com/hasen/spages/952727.html (Israel) IDF troops arrest terror suspect near Ramallah http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1202246358810&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Israel threatens retaliation after rocket attack leaves 2 seriously wounded http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1202246356944&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Israel) Brothers badly wounded by Qassam in Sderot http://www.haaretz.com/hasen/spages/952730.html No Palestinian state possible until rocket fire ceases, Israel's Livni says http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/10/africa/ME-GEN-Israel-Palestinians-Livni.php Hamas court halts distribution of major daily in Gaza http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2008/February/middleeast_February105.xml§ion=middleeast&col= (Somalia) Police say 49 insurgents surrender in Mogadishu -- from al-Shabab http://www.alertnet.org/thenews/newsdesk/L10022438.htm Sudan holds Muslim "fundamentalists" over US killing http://africa.reuters.com/wire/news/usnBAN045913.html?rpc=401& (Sudan/Chad) 12,000 refugees flee Darfur into Chad after attacks http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,23192101-23109,00.html (UK) Al-Qaeda threat to British prisons http://www.guardian.co.uk/uk/2008/feb/10/uksecurity.alqaida (UK) Dhiren Barot leads Al Qaeda attack on other offenders at Brit prison http://www.thecheers.org/news/World-news/news_10994_Indian-Dhiren-Barot-leads-Al-Qaeda-attack-on-other-offenders-at-Brit-prison.html U.K.-U.S. Relations on Terror http://www.newsweek.com/id/109666 (UK) Bomb warning prompts North Sea rig evacuation -- of 500 http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/uk/article3344680.ece http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,23191999-23109,00.html (Sri Lanka) Clashes kill 42 Tamil rebels, 4 soldiers http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,23191464-23109,00.html (Sri Lanka) Think tank spotlights Tiger-al Qaeda business link http://www.sundaytimes.lk/080210/News/news007.html North Korea increases military maneuvers: report http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080210/wl_asia_afp/nkoreamilitaryoil_080210065530;_ylt=AsZmKYsYM4bXdgVhoXrYyOCCscEA (New Zealand) Maori Story: You may pay terror bill http://www.nzherald.co.nz/author/index.cfm?a_id=137 Other News: France: Hirsi Ali asking for citizenship http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/02/france-hirsi-ali-asking-for-citizenship.html (Netherlands) Dutch MP says anti-Islamic film set for broadcast in March -- "Fitna" http://afp.google.com/article/ALeqM5ixmDKUgqyO58P8hyx0bJkBes4lAg (UK) Top judges in key ruling on sharia marriage -- Court to rule on validity of sharia marriage http://www.guardian.co.uk/world/2008/feb/10/religion.law2 (UK) 'Unworldly' Archbishop Criticized -- over Sharia comments http://news.sky.com/skynews/article/0,,91211-1304823,00.html?f=rss (UK) Lord Carey slams Sharia views http://www.viewlondon.co.uk/news/lord-carey-slams-sharia-views-18461413.html (UK) Carey and Cardinal attack sharia plan http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2008/02/10/nsharia110.xml http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2008/02/10/nsharia610.xml (UK) Sharia law may result in 'legal apartheid' http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2008/02/10/nsharia110.xml&CMP=ILC-mostviewedbox (UK) Saudi royal Prince Bandar Bin Sultan's assets frozen http://business.timesonline.co.uk/tol/business/industry_sectors/engineering/article3340854.ece (UK) London Times: "Minister warns of 'inbred' Muslims" http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/politics/article3342040.ece (Sweden) Oslo: Gallery refuses to exhibit Muhammad caricatures http://www.thelocal.se/9937/20080210/ http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/02/oslo-gallery-refuses-to-exhibit.html (Iraq) 2 children dead after cake poisoning - with thallium http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,23191619-23109,00.html February 9, 2008 PM Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com Iraq: US-backed Sunni tribesmen close offices, go on strike in Baqouba http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/09/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq-Baqouba.php (Iraq) Conflicts Deepen Between Local Iraqi Governments and U.S.-Backed Sunni Groups http://www.nytimes.com/2008/02/10/world/middleeast/10iraq.html?_r=1&ref=world&oref=slogin (U.S.) Back On The Tape Trail - U.S. government taped more Al Qaeda suspects than disclosed, including Mohammad al-Qatani, "20th hijacker" http://www.newsweek.com/id/109679 (Al-Qaeda) NEFA Foundation: AQIM Claims Recent Terror Attacks in North Africa, Responds to "Martyrdom" of Commander Abu al-Laith al-Liby in Pakistan http://counterterrorismblog.org/2008/02/nefa_foundation_aqim_claims_re.php In Terror Case, Spain Detects Tie to Pakistan http://www.nytimes.com/2008/02/10/world/europe/10spain.html?_r=1&oref=slogin (Pakistan) Election rally suicide blast kills 20 in Pakistan (updated) http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080209/wl_sthasia_afp/pakistanvote_080209200844 (Pakistan) The General's New Mission (Pakistan's new Army leader) http://www.newsweek.com/id/109585 (Pakistan) US official says Pakistan's atomic weapons safe http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/storypage.aspx?StoryId=108643 (India) ULFA hijacking unit busted http://www.thehindu.com/2008/02/10/stories/2008021059420800.htm (U.S.) Pentagon Intelligence Unit Comes Off Like M*A*S*H in New Book http://www.cqpolitics.com/wmspage.cfm?docID=hsnews-000002668466 Israeli rocket kills Hamas commander -- Hamas wounds Israeli child http://www.calcuttanews.net/story/325994 (Gaza) Jordan says Hamas seizes aid covoy sent to Gaza http://www.reuters.com/article/middleeastCrisis/idUSL0983878 'Al-Hayat:' Syria not allowing arms smuggling http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?c=JPArticle&cid=1202246350476&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Al Qaeda 'is still threat to the Gulf' http://www.gulf-daily-news.com/Story.asp?Article=208103&Sn=BNEW&IssueID=30325 Sudan detains two suspects in murder of US diplomat http://www.channelnewsasia.com/stories/afp_world/view/327918/1/.html February 9, 2008 Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Iraq) Roadside blasts kill 5 U.S. soldiers in Iraq http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080209/ts_nm/iraq_dc_13;_ylt=Al2p7IMBF_bPXsK0ydz8wAVX6GMA (Iraq) 31 Shiites detained south of Baghdad http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080209/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq_080119205437;_ylt=AnVVFnx4Bo1QtlTbRj1NO_9X6GMA (Iraq) Eight unknown corpses found in Diyala http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1069209 (Iraq) Local al-Qaida in Iraq leader killed in raid north of Baghdad -- Abu Omar al-Dori in Samarra http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1202246353407&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Iraq: US-backed Sunni tribesmen close offices, go on strike in Baqouba http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/09/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq-Baqouba.php (Afghanistan) "Taliban facilitators" held in Afghanistan - Patika province bordering Pakistan - nvolved in facilitating improvised explosive device attacks http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1069191 (Afghanistan) Germany to boost Afghan troop contingent http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/February/subcontinent_February257.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (Pakistan) Suicide bomber kills 14 at election rally in northwest Pakistan http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/09/asia/AS-GEN-Pakistan-Blast.php -- see also MSNBC report http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/23081632/ (Pakistan) Three killed in election-related violence in Pakistan: police - mostly PPP - gunfire in Sindh province http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080209/wl_sthasia_afp/pakistanpoliticsvoteviolence_080209062741;_ylt=AkzIL3_y5ChxiOJwNmQ1gInzPukA (Pakistan) Al-Qaeda, Taliban leaders hiding in Pakistan: US official -- media cite anonymous U.S. official stating that Osama bin Laden and Mullah Mohammad Omar are hiding in Pakistan with their top commanders (AFP) http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080209/wl_asia_afp/uspakistanattacksafghanistan_080209092518;_ylt=AoNnK77xCTQYN5ZjWBlEAZ3zPukA -- see also Reuters report http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080209/ts_nm/pakistan_usa1_dc_2;_ylt=An2MMV_3AOtBQ5bTlvs1cY_zPukA Pakistan rejects claim http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/February/subcontinent_February253.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= Pakistani forces arrest 16 suspects from Swat http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1069186 http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/World/Pakistan/16_militants_arrested_in_Pakistan_arms_recovered/articleshow/2769545.cms (Pakistan) Twists and turns of Swat struggle: 300 including 80 security personnel killed in violence http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\02\09\story_9-2-2008_pg7_13 Pakistani Militants Teaming Up, Officials Say http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2008/02/08/AR2008020803790.html (Pakistan) Militants attack toll booth in northwestern Pakistan http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/World/Pakistan/Militants_attack_toll_booth_in_northwestern_Pakistan/articleshow/2769282.cms Pakistan Dawn: Is Al Libi dead? http://www.dawn.com/2008/02/09/top13.htm (U.S.) Guantanamo Bay Detainees Could Face Charges Over 9/11 -- death penalty to be sought for Khalid Sheikh Mohammed http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,330176,00.html -- see also NYT report http://www.nytimes.com/2008/02/09/us/09gitmo.html?_r=2&hp=&adxnnl=1&oref=login&adxnnlx=1202566253-rLEBZD3jAVrisZ1EV5qQcA -- see also WSJ report http://online.wsj.com/article/SB120254819647256417.html?mod=googlenews_wsj U.S. military charges two more Guantanamo captives -- al Qaeda videographer (Ali Hamza Ahmad Suliman al Bahlul) and the other one a driver and bodyguard for Osama bin Laden (Ibrahim Mahmoud al Qosi) http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080209/us_nm/guantanamo_charges_dc_1;_ylt=Ah16N2PCi4c_amjm6Wu_5OgTv5UB (U.S.) Secret evidence bogs down Gitmo hearings http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080209/ap_on_re_la_am_ca/guantanamo_secret_evidence_6;_ylt=AurET8cZ0bQ4En1L45z5EtMTv5UB (U.S.) Yemeni relatives seek release of US Guantanamo captives http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080209/wl_mideast_afp/yemenusguantanamodemo_080209110811;_ylt=ArjGy.nZGfCAGxDLIumudCETv5UB (U.S.) Muslim Student Threatens Former Terrorist's Life at Air Force Academy Event -- Jordanian student to ex-Muslim speaker: "You are an enemy of Islam and you must die" http://www.mmdnewswire.com/muslim-student-2917.html http://www.jihadwatch.org/archives/019879.php American al-Qaida member missing? Adam Gadahn aka Azzam al-Ameriki (Azzam the American) http://deepbackground.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2008/02/07/647724.aspx (Iran) U.S. "deeply disturbed" by Iran nuclear reports http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080209/ts_nm/nuclear_iran_burns_dc_1;_ylt=Ao5a8UvboPIY76_cHVIgLlFSw60A Hamas: 'Don't rule out more border breaches' http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1202246354517&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Hamas: Rocket attacks will stop if IDF halt ops in Gaza, W. Bank http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1202246353711&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Israel protests to UN over Gaza rocket fire http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2008/February/middleeast_February92.xml§ion=middleeast&col= (Israel) Two Kassam rockets land in western Negev http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1202246353221&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Israel) Sderot: 'A battered, town abandoned by 20 percent of its residents' - due to missile attacks http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1202246354653&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Egyptian Press Criticizes Hamas for Rafah Border Breach; Breach "A Grave Threat to Our National Security" http://memri.org/bin/latestnews.cgi?ID=SD183708 Algeria Islamist rebels ambush and kill 8 soldiers http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080208/wl_nm/algeria_security_dc_1;_ylt=AoBy1MYp1Sc4N800y14j1Hd6CC8A (Somalia) U.N. compound in Somali capital attacked; no deaths reported http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/09/africa/AF-GEN-Somalia-UN-Attack.php (Somalia) Islamist insurgents claim Somalia attacks - in Bosso http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080207/wl_africa_afp/somaliaunrestclaimethiopia_080207120849 Sudan bombs rebel forces in Darfur http://www.cnn.com/2008/WORLD/africa/02/08/sudan.attacks.ap/index.html Moroccan court places suspect in Madrid train bombings in detention, news agency reports (update) http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/08/africa/AF-GEN-Morocco-Spain-Terror-Probe.php Mauritanian Pres.: Attack on Israeli Embassy won't harm ties http://www.haaretz.com/hasen/spages/952543.html (Nigeria) Churches destroyed in wave of religious violence in Nigeria http://www.christiantoday.com/article/churches.destroyed.in.wave.of.religious.violence.in.nigeria/16769.htm Turkish PM vows to battle PKK "until the end" http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080209/ts_nm/iraq_turkey_erdogan_dc_1;_ylt=AjssGM0nAqHZ5luPvCWikiftfLkA EU countries lashed over PKK affiliates http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,23187900-23109,00.html (UK) Terror ring claiming human rights breach http://www.theasiannews.co.uk/news/s/1035777_terror_ring_claiming_human_rights_breach (UK) Former IRA driver allegedly worked as a spy for Britain's MI5 http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/09/europe/EU-GEN-NIreland-British-Spy.php (Canada) Terror suspect to stay behind bars -- Said Namouh http://www.canada.com/montrealgazette/news/story.html?id=9a288338-2ca1-4dfd-86c9-65498e13a41a&k=84544 (Indonesia) Bali survivor slams comments on ABC's 'Jihad Sheilas' http://www.news.com.au/heraldsun/story/0,21985,23168046-662,00.html?from=mostpop (Thailand) 2 soldiers wounded by Yala bomb http://www.bangkokpost.com/breaking_news/breakingnews.php?id=125820 (Thailand) 3 killed drive-by shootings in Yala http://www.nationmultimedia.com/breakingnews/read.php?newsid=30064908 http://www.bangkokpost.com/breaking_news/breakingnews.php?id=125822 Philippine president calls for 'credible' probe into civilian deaths during military raid -- against al-Qaida-linked Abu Sayyaf militants http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/09/asia/AS-GEN-Philippines-Slain-Civilians.php Sri Lanka military says 44 killed in north - in Friday fighting http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/February/subcontinent_February254.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (New Zealand) Woman in court over NZ hijack attempt http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,23185780-23109,00.html Other News: (UK) Muslims in Bristol are already practicing Sharia law despite it not being recognised by the British legal system http://www.westpress.co.uk/displayNode.jsp?nodeId=146242&command=displayContent&sourceNode=145920&contentPK=19823221&folderPk=75888&pNodeId=145833 (UK) This is Sharia in Britain, without the courts http://www.spectator.co.uk/stephenpollard/493711/this-is-sharia-in-britain-without-the-courts.thtml?__id=c8db0d74d9bffa6c0eb55073cbb34c93 (UK) The Archbishop of Canterbury is 'shocked' by outcry over sharia law http://www.mirror.co.uk/news/topstories/2008/02/09/the-archbishop-of-canterbury-is-shocked-by-outcry-over-sharia-law-89520-20313436/ (UK) Archbishop faces calls to quit over Sharia row http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/comment/faith/article3337961.ece (UK) Archbishop defends sharia law comments http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2008/02/09/nsharia509.xml (UK) Archbishop fends off Sharia criticism http://www.christiantoday.com/article/archbishop.fends.off.sharia.criticism/16752.htm (UK) Commentary: Sharia courts? Get off your knees, Archbishop http://www.telegraph.co.uk/opinion/main.jhtml?xml=/opinion/2008/02/09/do0903.xml&CMP=ILC-mostviewedbox (UK) Sharia in Britain? Read the response http://www.newsnow.co.uk/cgi/NGoto/257138881?-14054 (UK) What role for sharia in the West? http://www.economist.com/daily/news/displaystory.cfm?story_id=10673119&top_story=1 Turk parliament debates headscarf, secularists rally http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080209/wl_nm/turkey_headscarf_dc_1;_ylt=AqkPVlfXsVmlFsfvP5wr9yftfLkA Egypt let converts revert to Christianity on ID http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/theworld/2008/February/theworld_February278.xml§ion=theworld February 8, 2008 PM Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Iraq) Violations of 'Islamic teachings' take deadly toll on Iraqi women http://www.cnn.com/2008/WORLD/meast/02/08/iraq.women/index.html Iraq: US troops kill 8 suspects, capture 26 including alleged Shiite militia leader (update) http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/08/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq.php (Iraq) No local allies in wings for Mosul fight http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080208/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq_mosul_awakening_1;_ylt=AuozmCCwrbgA9i.f_DOfQU5X6GMA (U.S.) Looking Under a Rock: FBI and CIA Hit New Low in Recruitment Drive -- advertising in pro-terrorism Washington Report for Middle East Affairs (WRMEA) - by Steven Emerson http://www.investigativeproject.org/article/603 http://www.washington-report.org/index.htm (U.S.) Miami: Acquitted man denies terrorism ties in Miami case -- Haitian Lyglenson Lemorin deportation hearing - part of "Liberty City Seven" http://www.wsvn.com/news/articles/local/MI76135/ (U.S.) Gitmo has makeover to reduce hostilities http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080208/ap_on_re_la_am_ca/loosening_of_guantanamo_1;_ylt=AvJUTvwf_y.wRSNvftH7KusTv5UB (U.S.) 3 Posada associates sentenced in El Paso -- anti-Castro Cuban militant http://www.sun-sentinel.com/news/local/miami/sfl-28posada,0,6466358.story?track=rss Iran helps Syria improve missiles -- Upgraded Zelzal can target Israel's international airport http://www.worldnetdaily.com/index.php?fa=PAGE.view&pageId=55890 (Palestinian Authority) Islamic countries want relations with Israel, says Abbas http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1854533059 -- see also: Palestinian Authority Media glorifies Dimona terrorists http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1202246334919&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFul (Israel) 2 Sderot houses hit by Kassam rockets fired from Gaza Strip (update) - over 30 rockets fired on Israel since Friday morning http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1202246350119&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Egyptian General: Hamas Exporting Crisis to Egypt http://www.israelnationalnews.com/News/Flash.aspx/141219 Sudanese militia attack Darfur towns http://www.iht.com/articles/reuters/2008/02/08/africa/OUKWD-UK-SUDAN-DARFUR.php (Mauritania) France to increase security aid to http://africa.reuters.com/wire/news/usnL0821620.html Spain, France at odds over terror probe -- thwarting of Barcelona suicide subway plot - Spanish newspaper reveals French agent http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080208/ap_on_re_eu/spain_terror_plot_1;_ylt=AkM.6pBeMZRcZbykaywp2oETv5UB Turkey: Belgian Court Ruling Will Encourage Terrorism http://www.nasdaq.com/aspxcontent/NewsStory.aspx?cpath=20080208\ACQDJON200802081237DOWJONESDJONLINE000673.htm&selected=9999&selecteddisplaysymbol=9999&StoryTargetFrame=_top&mkt=WORLD&chk=unchecked&lang=&link=&headlinereturnpage=http://www.international.na Serbian minister says Kosovo will declare independence Feb. 17 http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/08/europe/EU-GEN-Serbia-Kosovo-Independence.php Commentary: The "Islamo-Fascism" Debate http://frontpagemagazine.com/Articles/Read.aspx?GUID=D66B9FE5-21A4-4828-A3E3-41F43B9F14DE Other News: (U.S.) Maryland: Lawyer calls Maryland town's denial of festival and mosque discriminatory -- Ahmadiyya Muslim Community USA http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/08/america/NA-GEN-US-Muslim-Retreat.php (U.S.) Shari'a Law in Texas http://mypetjawa.mu.nu/archives/191148.php http://www.2ndcoa.courts.state.tx.us/opinions/HTMLopinion.asp?OpinionID=14601 February 8, 2008 Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Iraq) Three Iraqi policemen wounded in booby-trapped car blast in Kirkuk http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1068940 (Iraq) US detains 4 suspects south of Baghdad -- Shiite militia leader and three other suspects in Mashru area http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080208/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq_080119205429;_ylt=AhTvLf7PKkgZKzi7567HfoxX6GMA Iraq's Sadr tells militia to keep observing freeze http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/focusoniraq/2008/February/focusoniraq_February13.xml§ion=focusoniraq (Iraq) Muslim Backing Of Al-Qaeda Wanes - per CIA Director and DNI comment to Congress http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2008/02/07/AR2008020703686.html (Iraq) Shift in Tactics Aims to Revive Struggling Insurgency -- Al-Qaeda in Iraq Hopes A Softer Approach Will Win Back Anbar Sunnis http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2008/02/07/AR2008020703854.html?hpid=topnews (Afghanistan) Afghan suicide attack kills child, soldier: police -- in Ghazni near entrance of an Afghan National Army base http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080208/wl_sthasia_afp/afghanistanunrestsuicide_080208121457;_ylt=AsgUHmK0_JQvq1pxuUu4BUrOVooA (Afghanistan) France mulls increased Afghan role http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080208/ap_on_re_eu/nato_afghanistan_3;_ylt=AhvoJNeJipA60g6lF7qH47rOVooA (Afghanistan) NATO meets over resurgent Taliban http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,23183233-23109,00.html (Pakistan) Suicide bombers adopting new tactics to target Pakistan forces http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/World/Pakistan/Suicide_bombers_adopting_new_tactics_to_target_Pak_forces/articleshow/2767194.cms (Pakistan) Explosives-laden vehicle blown up in Matta - in Swat district http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\02\08\story_8-2-2008_pg7_12 (Pakistan) Bhutto killed by impact of bomb, not bullets: Scotland Yard http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080208/wl_asia_afp/pakistanattacksbhutto_080208122046;_ylt=ApErUDE2JUAZchxxialmFHzzPukA (Pakistan) Bhutto party rejects Scotland Yard report http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/February/subcontinent_February218.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= Pakistan steps up security at European embassies over anti-Quran film -- especially Dutch embassy - film to be shown on Dutch television this month and on Internet in March http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/08/asia/AS-GEN-Pakistan-Quran-Film.php (India J&K) Three LeT militants killed in Poonch http://news.webindia123.com/news/Articles/India/20080208/885342.html (India J&K) Six injured in grenade attack in Indian-administered Kashmir http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1069009 (U.S.) Judge mulls bin Laden's driver request -- Salim Ahmed Hamdan's lawyers want access to Khalid Sheikh Mohammed and two other high-value detainees http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080208/ap_on_re_la_am_ca/guantanamo_bin_laden_driver_4;_ylt=Ato1TVOOM0LfKeX5FN95cugTv5UB (U.S.) Paper of CAIR: Glossing Over Hamas Ties - regarding NY Times reporter Neil MacFarquhar-- by Steven Emerson http://www.investigativeproject.org/article/600 -- http://www.nytimes.com/2008/02/07/us/07muslim.html?_r=1&scp=1&sq=macfarquhar&st=nyt&oref=slogin (U.S.) Airport security technology stuck in the pipeline http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/23061459/ Iran starts building new atomic power plant http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2008/February/middleeast_February86.xml§ion=middleeast http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080208/ts_nm/iran_nuclear_plant_dc_3;_ylt=AtL574vC0I5IBSZwp1TTyeRSw60A Iran attacks French stance in nuclear row and move for Gulf military base http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/middle_east/article3300506.ece Hamas: We're Allowed to Lie http://www.israelnationalnews.com/News/Flash.aspx/141178 Israel: Sderot attacked by four missiles launched from Gaza http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=10689 (Israel) 22 Kassam rockets strike western Negev -- PRC, Islamic Jihad claim responsibility http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1202246350119&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Egypt boosts troops on border amid Hamas kidnapping threat http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1202246350960&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Algeria) 6 suspects in court over Algeria bombing -- linked to twin truck bombings in December at a U.N. office and a government building in Algiers http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080207/ap_on_re_af/algeria_terror_suspects_1;_ylt=AgavKzhrGAC6O9LfHYnYPQ16CC8A -- previous story: Algeria arrests six militants linked to bombings http://www.alertnet.org/thenews/newsdesk/AHM651661.htm (Mauritania) 8 arrested in Israeli Embassy attack in Mauritania http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/07/africa/AF-GEN-Mauritania-Embassy-Attack.php (Germany) Berlin says al-Qaeda plotting to attack Germany http://www.expatica.com/de/articles/news/Berlin-says-al_Qaeda-plotting-to-attack-Germany--.html http://uk.reuters.com/article/worldNews/idUKL0840837020080208?rpc=401& (Germany) Officials see increased al-Qaida online activity aimed at Germany http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/08/europe/EU-GEN-Germany-Terrorism.php (Germany) "Suitcase bomber" denies intent to kill -- Lebanese man Youssef al-Hajj Dib says he deliberately sabotaged the bombs in train bombing plot http://www.expatica.com/de/articles/news/_Suitcase-bomber_-denies-intent-to-kill--.html (UK) Cleric Abu Hamza to appeal against extradition http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2008/02/08/nhamza208.xml (UK) Hamza extradition to the US is signed http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/uk/crime/article3329990.ece (UK) Moroccan suspected of links to Sept. 11 extradited from Britain to Spain -- Farid Hilali http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/08/europe/EU-GEN-Britain-Spain-Terror-Suspect.php UK names new counter-terrorism chief http://www.guardian.co.uk/uk_news/story/0,,2254763,00.html (Spain) Court building damaged in bombing in Basque city http://www.expatica.com/es/articles/news/Court-building-damaged-in-bombing-in-Basque-city.html Spanish judge bars two Basque pro-independence parties from running in election http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/08/europe/EU-GEN-Spain-Basque-Parties.php Belgian court releases Erdal in controversial ruling -- Turkish man in Revolutionary People's Liberation Party /Front (DHKP-C) http://www.todayszaman.com/tz-web/detaylar.do?load=detay&link=133556 Kosovo soon to declare independence http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,23183840-23109,00.html (Serbia) Tensions soar in Serbia ahead of expected Kosovo independence declaration -- explosion in shopping mall, another mall evacuated http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1202246351882&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Thailand) Security forces arrest 13 insurgent suspects - in Narathiwat province http://www.bangkokpost.com/breaking_news/breakingnews.php?id=125803 (Thailand) Muslim teacher arrested for allegedly launching bomb attack in Narathiwat http://www.nationmultimedia.com/breakingnews/read.php?newsid=30064844 (Thailand) Police hope new rules can stop bomb attacks http://www.bangkokpost.com/News/08Feb2008_news19.php (Philippines) Bomb found in Sultan Kudarat inn -- Al-Khobar extortion group with links to the Jemaah Islamiyah http://newsinfo.inquirer.net/breakingnews/regions/view/20080208-117548/Bomb-found-in-Sultan-Kudarat-inn Sri Lankan official: Soldiers capture strategic territory after clash that killed 14 http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/08/asia/AS-GEN-Sri-Lanka-Civil-War.php (Sri Lanka) Troops kill 42 rebels as fighting grinds on: Lanka http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/February/subcontinent_February220.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (New Zealand) Pilot Stabbed by Woman Threatening to Blow Up Plane in New Zealand -- Somalian Woman per NZ Herald report http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,329727,00.html http://www.nzherald.co.nz/section/1/story.cfm?c_id=1&objectid=10491291 (Latin America) U.S. foes target Latin America -- Iran, Cuba and Venezuela working together to undermine democracy, creating safe havens for extremist groups http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080208/NATION/169452279/1001 Colombia - Journalist closes radio station and flees amid FARC attempts to force media to relay its propaganda http://www.newswire.ca/en/releases/archive/February2008/07/c8101.html Other News: (U.S.) Georgetown University Professor John Esposito seeks to redefine "Jihad" http://www.stanforddaily.com/article/2008/2/8/espositoSeeksToRedefineJihad Turkish lawmakers remove head scarf ban http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080207/ap_on_re_mi_ea/turkey_head_scarf_ban_2;_ylt=Ashfidx3wFUHPbpuXddb1E7tfLkA Spain: Headscarf could be banned in schools if conservatives get into power http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Religion/?id=1.0.1857384904 Netherlands: Muslim critic calls Koran a "fascist book" http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Politics/?id=1.0.1858007325 (UK) Archbishop's sharia comments:"Recipe for disaster" http://uk.reuters.com/article/topNews/idUKL0790681320080208?rpc=401&feedType=RSS&feedName=topNews&rpc=401 (UK) Bishop: Impossible to have sharia law in UK http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2008/02/08/nrowan408.xml (UK) Uproar over Archbishop's sharia law stance http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2008/02/08/nrowan308.xml&CMP=ILC-mostviewedbox (UK) Sharia in Britain? We think not.. http://timesonline.typepad.com/faith/2008/02/sharia-in-brita.html (UK) Commentary: Why the Archbishop is wrong about Sharia -- by Daniel Finkelstein http://timesonline.typepad.com/comment/2008/02/the-archbishop.html (UK) Archbishop of Canterbury 'should resign' over Sharia row http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/uk/article3335026.ece -- Full Text of BBC Interview - Radio 4 World at One with Archbishop of Canterbury http://www.archbishopofcanterbury.org/1573 (UK) Lawyers: Sharia can't trump English law -- Leading human rights lawyers are concerned that the adoption of elements of Islamic law could lead to clashing systems http://business.timesonline.co.uk/tol/business/law/article3334760.ece#cid=OTC-RSS&attr=989864 (UK) Guardian Commentary: "Sharia law in Canada, almost" http://blogs.guardian.co.uk/news/2008/02/sharia_law_in_canada_almost.html -- but it didn't happen - rejected in 2005: September 12, 2005: Sharia law move quashed in Canada http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/americas/4236762.stm (UK) Commentary: Have your loudspeakers. But not here -- by Daniel Finkelstein http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/comment/columnists/daniel_finkelstein/article3315165.ece Netherlands: The right to choose a doctor http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/02/netherlands-right-to-choose-doctor.html Sweden: Gov't funds fight against honor crimes http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/02/sweden-govt-funds-fight-against-honor.html http://www.thelocal.se/9915/20080208/ Book Review: The Islamic Challenge: Politics and Religion in Western Europe by Jytte Klausen http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/02/book-review-islamic-challenge.html http://www.amazon.com/gp/redirect.html?ie=UTF8&location=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FIslamic-Challenge-Politics-Religion-Western%2Fdp%2F0199231982%3Fie%3DUTF8%26s%3Dbooks%26qid%3D1197978948%26sr%3D8-2&tag=islamineurope-20&linkCode=ur2&camp=1789&creative=9325 (U.S.) Saudi mosque embezzlement case - update (my title) http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080208/NATION04/795782028/1008&template=nextpage Saudi Daily Arab News: The Saudi Woman Is Always To Blame for Her Problems http://memri.org/bin/latestnews.cgi?ID=SD183608 (India) Taslima hopes India will not turn its back on her http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/India/Taslima_hopes_India_will_not_turn_its_back_on_her/articleshow/2767157.cms (U.S.) Super Bowl evades mass shooting http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2008/football/nfl/02/07/superbowl.gunfire.ap/index.html Against Nazi News: Germany Takes on the Neo-Nazis: If We Can't Ban 'em, Let's Bankrupt 'em http://www.spiegel.de/international/germany/0,1518,521774,00.html 'Germany's Neo-Nazi Party Is in Self- Destruct Mode' http://www.spiegel.de/international/germany/0,1518,534005,00.html (Germany) Radical Bookkeeping: German Neo-Nazi Party Under Investigation for Fraud http://www.spiegel.de/international/germany/0,1518,525511,00.html (France) Suspended sentence for Nazi apologist http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,23184424-23109,00.html February 7, 2008 PM Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (UK) Radical cleric to be extradited to U.S. - UK sending Abu Hamza al-Masri to U.S. for terrorism trial http://edition.cnn.com/2008/WORLD/europe/02/07/hamza.uk/ (Iraq) The Terrorists' Paper Trail in Iraq - http://www.usnews.com/articles/news/world/2008/02/06/the-terrorists-paper-trail-in-iraq.html --- More on detailed Al Qaeda records released by Combating Terrorism Center http://www.ctc.usma.edu/harmony/pdf/CTCForeignFighter.19.Dec07.pdf (Iraq) Quieting voice of powerhouse Shiite cleric raises fears of messy future in Iraq http://cbs4.com/worldwire/22.0.html?type=national&serviceLevel=a&category=i&filename=Iraq-SistanisTwiligh.xml (Afghanistan) Modernizing Madrassas - Afghan Imam leading change away from radicalism http://newsweek.washingtonpost.com/postglobal/islamsadvance/2008/02/modernizing_madrassas.html US loses prison camp records of bin Laden's driver http://www.alertnet.org/thenews/newsdesk/N07404121.htm (Iran) IRGC Commander: If Attacked, Iran Will Target U.S. Forces in Neighboring Countries http://www.memritv.org/clip/en/1672.htm (Iran) US sees attacks by Iranian-backed groups up in Iraq http://www.alertnet.org/thenews/newsdesk/N07628500.htm 'Hamas seizes convoy of food meant for Palestinian Red Crescent' http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1202246347331&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Gaza) Underground Kassam silos found in Gaza - Big enough to hold Grad-model Katyusha rocket - Hamas using Hezbollah tactics http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1202246346530&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Gaza) 1 million forged US dollars from Gaza reportedly seized in Egypt http://www.maannews.net/en/index.php?opr=ShowDetails&ID=27653 February 7, 2008 Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Iraq) Qaeda kills three Sahwa members in Diyala http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1882385&Language=en (Iraq) Three coalition soldiers wounded in S. Iraq -- attack on Tulail airbase in Nassiriya, southern Iraq http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1882354&Language=en (Iraq) US troops raid Sadr City, 1 Iraqi killed http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/07/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq.php (Iraq) Sunni militiamen demand police jobs to fight Al-Qaeda http://afp.google.com/article/ALeqM5hXH-F86LkyUxNXM2YgleHROOHN9w (Afghanistan) Suicide bombing wounds 3 NATO troops in Afghanistan http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1202246343853&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Afghanistan) NATO chief rejects U.S. concern over Afghan combat http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080207/ts_nm/afghan_nato_dc_1;_ylt=Ank.nXhrr.uRAKSUZGE8BmbOVooA (Afghanistan) NATO Secretary-General: Afghan failure 'will bring terror to the West' http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2008/02/07/wafg207.xml (Afghanistan) Al-Qaeda leader Mustafa Abu al-Yazid pledges revenge for death of al-Libi http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1854124662 (Afghanistan) A $4 Million Ransom? - Taliban claims South Korea paid at least $4 million to release 21 Christian missionaries held last year http://www.newsweek.com/id/108672 (Afghanistan) Rice, Miliband travel to heart of Taliban insurgency http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080207/wl_uk_afp/afghanistanunrestusbritainnato_080207113307;_ylt=AjVPOXZpeBiV3pH27bMy2xbOVooA (Afghanistan) Clerics defend Afghan reporter's blasphemy death sentence http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/23043451/ (Pakistan) Explosion in SW Pakistan kills 3, wounds 7 - in Dera Murad Jamali bus station in Baluchistan province http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1882399&Language=en http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/World/Pakistan/2_killed_ten_injured_in_blast_at_bus_station_in_Pakistan/articleshow/2764516.cms (Pakistan) 2 suspects nabbed over Bhutto killing -- in Rawalpindi http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080207/ap_on_re_as/pakistan_bhutto_2;_ylt=Aj9LUP8kbz_uKRLOft.mcnrzPukA (Pakistan) Police looking for Taliban commander Mullah Dadullah deputy in Sargodha bombing probe http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\02\07\story_7-2-2008_pg7_8 (Pakistan) Banned terror groups back with new IDs http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080207/FOREIGN/564925018/1003 (Pakistan) Jirga formed to negotiate with militants http://www.dawn.com/2008/02/07/top3.htm (Pakistan) Secret talks led to Pakistan cease-fire -- Pakistan govt secretly met with Taliban http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080207/ap_on_re_as/pakistan_36;_ylt=Ar35vjrkCP1hAXjRcQW_k1TzPukA (Pakistan) 'Ceasefire could be a tactic to regroup' http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\02\07\story_7-2-2008_pg1_3 Pakistani Militants' Ceasefire Worries U.S. http://abcnews.go.com/International/wireStory?id=4251755 (Pakistan) Militants send threatening letter to newspaper http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\02\07\story_7-2-2008_pg1_10 (India) 'Jihad is in my blood' -- Harkat-ul-Jehad-al-Islami (HuJI) terrorist Mohammed Riazuddin Nasir interrogations http://ia.rediff.com/news/2008/feb/07nasir.htm India not to release 'terrorist' Pakistanis http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\02\07\story_7-2-2008_pg7_5 (India) Terror alert sounded in Goa http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Terror_alert_sounded_in_Goa/articleshow/2763929.cms (India) Terror camps inside Hubli forests http://www.ndtv.com/convergence/ndtv/story.aspx?id=NEWEN20080040584&ch=2/6/2008%209:39:00%20PM (U.S.) Budget projects more al-Qaida captures http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080207/ap_on_go_ca_st_pe/terrorism_rewards_6;_ylt=AkO7ohZLCqLgNxW9JMWTow4Tv5UB U.S. may be backsliding on security: Chertoff http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080207/ts_nm/usa_security_chertoff_dc_2;_ylt=Ahx3PmMbjJS9gKz0aC.TfRYTv5UB (U.S.) Lawyers: Gitmo detainee breaking down - Yemeni Salim Ahmed Hamdan, former driver for Osama bin Laden http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080207/ap_on_re_la_am_ca/guantanamo_bin_laden_s_driver_2;_ylt=AljlVNlHGP5KsWBRrRHj6vITv5UB (U.S.) Zacarias Moussaoui Prosecutor may have known of CIA tapes http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080207/ap_on_go_ca_st_pe/cia_tapes (U.S.) White House Defends CIA's Use Of Waterboarding in Interrogations http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2008/02/05/AR2008020502764.html Iranians Plant Their Flag In Wilds of Nicaragua http://www.nysun.com/article/70934 Iran testing advanced centrifuges http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080206/wl_nm/iran_nuclear_centrifuges_dc_2;_ylt=AmsUes16uLbh1lnPnbVJiXlSw60A (Iran) US aid for Russia linked to Iran -- U.S. program to keep Russian scientists from providing nuclear expertise to terrorists has funded research facilities to help Iran develop nuclear reactors http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080207/ap_on_go_co/russian_scientists_iran_1;_ylt=AqbJKZ7pGLHmsj2XZmRvWGNSw60A (Gaza) 'Muslim Extremists poured into Gaza' http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?c=JPArticle&cid=1202246336431&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Hamas calls suicide bombing in 'self-defense' http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2008/February/middleeast_February76.xml§ion=middleeast Israeli forces storm house of Dimona attacker http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1882345&Language=en (Israel) 17 Kassam missiles and three mortar shells hit Israel from Gaza -- Israel targets rocket launchers in Gaza (my title) http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1202246337973&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Israeli raids on Gaza kill seven http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2008/February/middleeast_February75.xml§ion=middleeast&col= Israel Defense Minister: If Kassams continue, IDF action will get stronger and stronger http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1202246341663&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull White House Spokesman: Fatah Groups do oppose suicide bombings http://www.worldnetdaily.com/index.php?fa=PAGE.view&pageId=55769 Syria acquiring Russian rockets at 'furious' pace http://www.worldnetdaily.com/index.php?fa=PAGE.view&pageId=55612 (Kenya) U.S. bans 10 over violence in Kenya http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2008/02/07/AR2008020700653.html (Turkey) CIA warns of retaliatory attacks by PKK on US targets http://www.todayszaman.com/tz-web/detaylar.do?load=detay&link=133453 (UK) Muslim cleric Yusuf al-Qaradawi refused visa -- Sheik Youssef al-Qaradawi calls for suicide bomber attacks on Israel - Muslim Council of Britain says he is respected around the world http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2008/02/07/nvisa107.xml http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1202246340426&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/uk/article3325439.ece Denmark: al-Aqsa acquittal upheld -- members of al-Aqsa Denmark organization were charged with supporting Palestinian terrorist organization Hamas http://www.cphpost.dk/get/105509.html http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/02/denmark-al-aqsa-acquittal-upheld.html (Canada) Ottawa wants terror suspect back in jail, and bail seized -- Mohamed Harkat http://www.canada.com/topics/news/national/story.html?id=a213e4c1-76bd-445f-944f-d9ae10b8878b&k=3881 (Canada) Khadr patriarch disliked Canada, says al-Qaeda biography http://www.cbc.ca/world/story/2008/02/07/khadr-bio.html?ref=rss (Thailand) Soldier injured in Pattani pre-dawn ambush http://www.bangkokpost.com/breaking_news/previousdetail.php?id=125782 (Sri Lanka) Six Sri Lankan Naval personnel killed in an attack by Sea Tigers http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1882398&Language=en (Sri Lanka) Some NGOs providing assistance to LTTE: Sri Lankan PM http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Some_NGOs_providing_assistance_to_LTTE_Sri_Lankan_PM/articleshow/2764623.cms (North Korea) US envoy urges NKorea to hand over list http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080206/ap_on_go_ca_st_pe/us_nkorea_4;_ylt=AkLPipnfoYXaXBnKCjoDDayCscEA (North Korea) US to send fuel aid to NKorea despite nuclear list delay http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080207/pl_afp/nkoreanuclearweaponsuspolitics_080207020350;_ylt=At2fL44zB7iFO_13Y4aXIbuCscEA North Korea denounces S. Korea-US military exercise http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1882352&Language=en Other News: (UK) Sharia law in UK is unavoidable - Archbishop of Canterbury Dr Rowan Williams backs sharia law for British Muslims -- "An approach to law which simply said - there's one law for everybody - I think that's a bit of a danger" http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/7232661.stm http://www.dailymail.co.uk/pages/live/articles/news/news.html?in_article_id=512876&in_page_id=1770 http://www.guardian.co.uk/uk_news/story/0,,2254074,00.html http://www.thenorthernecho.co.uk/news/national_news/index.var.181911.0.sharia_law_unavoidable_archbishop.php? http://www.earthtimes.org/articles/show/184118,sharia-law-should-be-introduced-in-britain-says-church-leader.html Turkish parliament gives nod to divisive headscarf reform http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080207/wl_afp/turkeypoliticsreligion_080207040711;_ylt=Aj.l13O6bEfuqB8.fwfgIEvtfLkA (Turkey) Secularists fear lifting of headscarf ban http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/europe/article3321736.ece Key Islamic banking contract under fire http://www.middle-east-online.com/english/?id=24223 (U.S.) CAIR, FBI looking into Tampa gas station explosion http://www.jihadwatch.org/archives/019842.php (U.S.) FBI now involved in gas station explosion http://www.tampabays10.com/news/specials/popular/article.aspx?s=popular&storyid=73395 (U.S.) Gas station fire kills one in Tampa http://www.myfoxtampabay.com/myfox/pages/Home/Detail?contentId=5692608&version=5&locale=EN-US&layoutCode=TSTY&pageId=1.1.1 Report: Russian FM suggests missile defense attempt to encircle Russia http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1202246342860&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Against Nazi News: (Germany) 'Anti-Semitic' children's book faces ban http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2008/02/07/wger107.xml February 6, 2008 PM Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com Iraqi army kills Al-Qaeda leader in Mosul http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1882238&Language=en (Iraq) Insurgent Material Found in Iraq http://seattlepi.nwsource.com/national/1107ap_iraq_findings_glance.html (Kuwait) Court acquits two Kuwaiti former Guantanamo detainees http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1882243&Language=en (Afghanistan) Germany to send troops to N Afghanistan http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/February/subcontinent_February174.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (Pakistan) U.S. advisers help Pakistan expand commando group to deal with country's rising threats http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/06/america/US-Pakistan.php Pakistan's tribal regions harboring militants have long history of armed resistance http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/06/asia/AS-GEN-Pakistan-Tribal-Area-Glance.php (Pakistan) A Look at Pakistan's Restive Tribal Area http://www.miamiherald.com/news/world/AP/story/408934.html (Pakistan) Chopper crash kills general after Pakistani Taliban declare ceasefire http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080206/wl_sthasia_afp/pakistanafghanistanunrest_080206180258 (Al-Qaeda) Report: Bin Laden son Hamza named al-Qaeda heir -- per former Islamist Yemeni militant, Muhammad Sayd http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1850053394 (Al-Qaeda) U.S. Intel Sources: Al Qaeda Recruiting Westerners, Possibly U.S. Citizens http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,328967,00.html?sPage=fnc/specialsections/waronterror (U.S.) South Carolina Pipe Bomb Case: Prosecutor: Students had explosives -- disputes claims Egyptian college students were carrying harmless fireworks http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080205/ap_on_re_us/explosives_arrest_1 http://www.wciv.com/news/stories/0208/493644.html (U.S.) New York: Mystery Deepens Over WMD Documents - how classified documents were in Arabic translators apartment http://www.nysun.com/article/70799 US could use harsh interrogations again: White House http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080206/pl_afp/usintelligencepoliticswhouse_080206161956;_ylt=AgevmQxVmpJ2IFCcSVup8UATv5UB (U.S.) CAIR: Muslim group says Air Force speakers hate speech -- criticizes decision to invite Walid Shoebat http://www.newspress.com/Top/Article/article.jsp?Section=OPINIONS-LETTERS&ID=565240532763672997 U.S. cuts critique of Islam film -- U.S. military in Afghanistan web site critique of Geert Wilders' film removed http://www.upi.com/International_Security/Emerging_Threats/Analysis/2008/02/06/analysis_us_cuts_critique_of_islam_film/1507/ (U.S.) AP confirms secret camp inside Gitmo - "Camp 7" for 15 most valuable Al Qaida leaders http://www.miamiherald.com/news/world/AP/story/409005.html (U.S.) One Step Forward, Several Back, in Efforts to Define the Enemy -- by Douglas Farah http://www.douglasfarah.com/article/310/one-step-forward-several-back-in-combating-islamism.com http://counterterrorismblog.org/2008/02/one_step_forward_several_back.php (UK) Radical Muslim preacher told worshippers that American soldiers would 'rape and murder Iraqi woman and children' -- Trevor Brooks (aka Omar Brooks and Abu Izzadeen) http://www.dailymail.co.uk/pages/live/articles/news/news.html?in_article_id=512663&in_page_id=1770 (UK) Birmingham Jihadist trial: Man 'wanted girl to wed militant' http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/7230859.stm Palestinian Authority Media glorifies Dimona terrorists http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1202246334919&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Gaza Rocket Wounds 2 Israeli Girls http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2008/02/06/AR2008020601205.html (Chad) At least 100 civilians killed in Chad fighting http://www.alertnet.org/thenews/newsdesk/L0647574.htm (Russia) Over 400 militants active in Chechnya - Russian Interior Ministry http://en.rian.ru/russia/20080206/98562284.html (Australia) Converts' dangerous pull towards extremism http://www.smh.com.au/news/opinion/converts-dangerous-pull-towards-extremism/2008/02/06/1202233942883.html Other News: (U.S.) Commentary: USA Coddles Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) http://counterterrorismblog.org/2008/02/usa_coddles_ksa.php (U.S.) Commentary -- California: Promotion of Islam in Our Schools http://frontpagemag.com/Articles/Read.aspx?GUID=51F8227F-2D46-469C-93E7-1DE569EB5BC3 -- Textbook: Islamic 'jihad' means doing good works - Also includes Muslims fighting 'to protect themselves from harm' http://wnd.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=59707 (U.S.) Commentary: The Islamists' Best Friend at the UN -- Louise Arbour, United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights http://www.frontpagemag.com/Articles/Read.aspx?GUID=56ED0BA2-6435-49DC-96E9-23F7100DB574 Islamic banking - too Islamic for some? http://www.reuters.com/article/reutersEdge/idUSL0617831220080206?rpc=401&feedType=RSS&feedName=reutersEdge&rpc=401 Islamic financial tool is questioned http://www.iht.com/articles/2008/02/06/business/tawa.php February 6, 2008 Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com Iraqi police: Gunmen open fire on Mosul police patrol, killing 2 officers http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/06/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq-Violence.php (Iraq) US, Iraqi raids net 20 suspects - in four days of raids across Iraq http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080206/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq_raids_1;_ylt=AmL9NVDxuEby7LyA.Sb0sK9X6GMA (Iraq) Al-Qaeda video shows boys training to kill, kidnap - obtained by U.S. military in raid showing 20 boys in ski masks with rifles, grenade launchers, simulating attacks, chanting "Allahu Akbar" -- video link also on USA Today web page http://www.usatoday.com/news/world/iraq/2008-02-05-camps-usat_N.htm -- also FOX News report http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,328832,00.html (Iraq) US Army in Iraq hit by anti-armor attack every three days -- MNF http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1068388 (Iraq) Al Qaeda's invisible man keeps Iraq guessing -- Abu Omar Al-Baghdadi, leader of the Islamic State of Iraq http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008%5C02%5C06%5Cstory_6-2-2008_pg4_14 (Afghanistan) Roadside bomb kills US coalition soldier in Afghanistan; 7 Taliban dead in airstrike http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/06/asia/AS-GEN-Afghan-Violence.php Afghan opium output may drop slightly in 2008: UN -- earns Taliban tens of millions of dollars http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080206/wl_sthasia_afp/afghanistandrugsun_080206080622;_ylt=AprmjXshB0fbT.oGHhettSPOVooA (Afghanistan) Execution unlikely for 'blasphemy' reporter: Afghan Defense Minister http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,23173316-23109,00.html (Pakistan) One killed, two injured in Pak blast -- Shah Qas Jamrud in Khyber Agency http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/World/Pakistan/One_killed_two_injured_in_Pak_blast/articleshow/2761252.cms Pakistan Taliban declare ceasefire -spokesman Maulvi Omar, based on Taliban council meeting chaired by Baitullah Mehsud http://uk.reuters.com/article/homepageCrisis/idUKISL272916._CH_.242020080206?rpc=401& (Pakistan) Taliban regrouping in Darra Adam Khel http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\02\06\story_6-2-2008_pg7_4 (Pakistan) Taliban issue new warning in Darra: DCO convenes jirga -- warns tribesmen to stop cooperating with govt http://www.dawn.com/2008/02/06/top3.htm (Pakistan) Taliban commander Baitullah Mehsud blamed for Rawalpindi suicide attack http://www.outlookindia.com/pti_news.asp?id=542220 (Pakistan) 40 suspects held over Rawalpindi bombing http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\02\06\story_6-2-2008_pg1_6 (Pakistan) 'Waziristan-based terrorists may target political figures' http://www.dawn.com/2008/02/06/top20.htm http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Pak_based_terrorists_to_target_VVIPs/articleshow/2761475.cms (Pakistan) 'Suicide bomber' killed in Quetta http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\02\06\story_6-2-2008_pg7_4 (Pakistan) 14 militants surrender - in Swat http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\02\06\story_6-2-2008_pg7_21 Pakistani spokesman says government is committed to battling Islamic extremists http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/06/asia/AS-GEN-Pakistan-Terror-Threat.php Pakistan taken to task over al-Qaeda http://www.atimes.com/atimes/South_Asia/JB07Df02.html Pakistan Is Threatened, U.S. Intelligence Chief Says http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2008/02/05/AR2008020502979.html?hpid%3Dmoreheadlines&sub=AR (India J&K) HUJI militant surrenders in Kishtwar http://news.webindia123.com/news/Articles/India/20080206/883933.html (India Assam) Two insurgents gunned down by security forces in Northeast India http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1068438 (India) Six ULFA militants arrested in Meghalaya http://news.webindia123.com/news/Articles/India/20080206/883872.html (U.S.) Al Qaeda seen planning attack on U.S. -- senior intellgence officials - targeted White House in 2006 http://washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080206/NATION/604494540/1001 -- see also DNI report http://www.dni.gov/testimonies/20080205_testimony.pdf (U.S.) IPT News: For the Record: Government Reminds Court of CAIR/MAS Ties to Terrorists http://www.investigativeproject.org/article/597 (U.S.) Congresswoman Sue Myrick: Major Coughlin will be retained by the DOD -- "The War at Home: When will we open our eyes?" http://www.house.gov/list/speech/nc09_myrick/020508CoughlinDoDreport.html http://www.andrewbostom.org/blog/2008/02/05/major-coughlin-will-now-be-retained-by-the-dod-and-the-rest-of-congresswoman-sue-myrick%e2%80%99s-statement-on-the-coughlin-affair-2508/ U.S. acknowledges use of waterboarding - on three terror suspects http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080206/ap_on_go_ca_st_pe/mukasey_torture_15;_ylt=As9KCQ3TRMwY8_TWF_EVjbsTv5UB (U.S.) Feds want rendition lawsuit dismissed http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080206/ap_on_re_us/boeing_cia_suit (U.S.) Understanding jihad - interview with George Weigel http://washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080206/CULTURE/828240389/1015 Iran rocket raises nuclear suspicion: Russia http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/theworld/2008/February/theworld_February177.xml§ion=theworld http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080206/wl_mideast_afp/iranmilitarymissilerussia_080206113629;_ylt=Anjk96JW4Hbg9zNg23ENiidSw60A (Iran) U.S. Spy Chief Retreats on Iran Estimate - McConnell: 2 components of nuclear program moving ahead http://www.nysun.com/article/70818 (Gaza) Hamas: Palestinian rockets, missiles target Israeli military site, settlements http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1068284 Five Kassam rockets fired into Israel http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1202246331324&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Israel strikes as Palestinian militants continue attacks http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/06/africa/ME-GEN-Israel-Palestinians.php Hamas planned to abduct Egyptian soldiers http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1849719210 Israel debates U.N. troops in Gaza http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2008/02/06/israel_debates_un_troops_in_gaza/2843/ Israel will build a fence along parts of the Egyptian border http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1202246333558&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull 'The breach in the eastern side of the fence is alluring to terrorists' http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1202246332295&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Israel arrests father of West Bank suicide bomber -- in Dimona attack http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2008/February/middleeast_February67.xml§ion=middleeast (Israel) Terrorist gaffe could stop suicide bombing - Erroneous claim of responsibility provides crucial information http://www.worldnetdaily.com/index.php?fa=PAGE.view&pageId=55649 Egypt: New law to ban protests in places of worship -- Muslim Brotherhood use mosques for protest rallies http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1849563945 Somalia: 25 People Killed in Explosions in Puntland Region (update) http://allafrica.com/stories/200802060009.html (Algeria) Al-Qaeda attacks expose Algeria to new realities http://www.ft.com/cms/s/c4439bb2-d456-11dc-a8c6-0000779fd2ac.html Yemen's Role in al-Qaeda's Strategy http://www.jamestown.org/news_details.php?news_id=304 (Russia) Chechen Warns of Islamic Extremism -- Appeal of Militant Ideology Is Spreading in North Caucasus, Rights Activist Says http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2008/02/05/AR2008020503364.html?nav=rss_world (Turkey) Two policemen wounded in bomb blast in Turkey: report -- roadside bomb in the town of Yuksekova, in Hakkari province http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080206/wl_afp/turkeykurdsunrestblast_080206073139;_ylt=AuE4iUt5QT8mSGgJGENi8NbtfLkA (Netherlands) Dutch journalist says he took fake bomb, drugs on plane http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,23172732-23109,00.html (Netherlands) Ministers reprimanded for Schiphol security leak http://www.expatica.com/nl/articles/news/Ministers-reprimanded-for-Schiphol-security-leak.html Northern Ireland police put province on terror alert ahead of Queen's visit http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080206/wl_afp/britainnirelandroyalsqueenattacks_080206000953;_ylt=AjYhqWVrRONj10GZcROfjRATv5UB (Indonesia) Bali bombers deny execution delay http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,23172258-23109,00.html (Thailand) Suspected Muslim insurgents detonate bomb near Thai Chinese shrine, killing soldier -- Pattani province http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/06/asia/AS-GEN-Thailand-Southern-Violence.php (Philippines) Communist rebels kill 2 in raid on Philippine gold processing plant http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/06/asia/AS-GEN-Philippines-Communist-Rebels.php (Sri Lanka) 36 LTTE rebels, two govt troopers killed in clashes in S.Lanka http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1068190 North Korea accuses US of hampering peace prospects http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080206/pl_afp/nkoreausskoreamilitary_080206052940;_ylt=AgVb7iffAtRmK_Gpi2VwWDGCscEA Japanese foreign ministry firebombed - report http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,23172262-23109,00.html Nepal Maoists activate 'parallel government' http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Top_Headlines/Nepal_Maoists_activate_parallel_government/articleshow/2761813.cms Other News: (UK) Jail for the in-laws who turned a blind eye to arranged bride's murder http://www.thisislondon.co.uk/news/article-23435866-details/Jail+for+the+in-laws+who+turned+a+blind+eye+to+arranged+bride%27s+murder/article.do (U.S.) Wikipedia Rejects Muslim Censors http://phibetacons.nationalreview.com/post/?q=MTQ2OWE0ZjE1MDUxMzJjNjY3NDc3NjM5OTc3NjI0MTQ= http://www.nytimes.com/2008/02/05/books/05wiki.html?_r=2&oref=slogin&pagewanted=all&oref=login (U.S.) Some non-Christians feel left out of election -- focuses on Ahmed Rehab of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) http://www.reuters.com/article/politicsNews/idUSN2365193920080203?feedType=RSS&feedName=politicsNews&sp=true (U.S.) Morgan Stanley Plans First Islamic Bond Sale by 'Multinational' http://www.bloomberg.com/apps/news?pid=20601009&sid=a.mt1OpkNS_c&refer=bond Turkey's parliament debates lifting Islamic head scarf ban at universities http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/06/europe/EU-GEN-Turkey-Head-Scarf-Ban.php (Sweden) Why is honor murder different? http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/02/why-is-honor-murder-different.html (Netherlands) SIOE Nederland banned by WordPress http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/02/sioe-nederland-banned-by-wordpress.html Saudi Businesswoman Lands in Riyadh Jail – For Having Coffee with Male Colleague at Starbucks http://memri.org/bin/latestnews.cgi?ID=SD183208 (Iran) 'Adultery' sisters to be stoned to death in Iran http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2008/02/05/wiran205.xml&CMP=ILC-mostviewedbox Movies catch up with global war on terrorism http://www.boston.com/ae/movies/articles/2008/02/06/movies_catch_up_with_global_war_on_terrorism/ Dissident Chinese professor to sue Yahoo! and Google for erasing his name http://technology.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/tech_and_web/article3319051.ece Against Nazi News: (Turkey) Neo-Nazis suspected of deadly arson as Turkey sends its own detectives http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/europe/article3315296.ece February 5, 2008 PM Addendum Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com Israel kills 8 Hamas militants in Gaza; Hamas claims suicide bombers came from West Bank http://www.dailymail.com/News/200802050482 Hamas claims credit for suicide attack - Said 2 bombers who attacked Dimona came from West Bank http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080205/ap_on_re_mi_ea/israel_palestinians;_ylt=ArdLn8LFPTa4hgk9iZKTHhqs0NUE (Somalia) At least 20 killed in Somali port blast http://www.thewest.com.au/aapstory.aspx?StoryName=457175 February 5, 2008 PM Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Iraq) Mass grave found north of Baghdad: police http://www.reuters.com/article/worldNews/idUSL1880448320080205?rpc=401&feedType=RSS&feedName=worldNews&rpc=401 Al-Qaeda improving ability to attack US: US intelligence -- Pakistan safe haven to Al-Qaeda key - documented in annual threat assessment http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080205/pl_afp/usintelligencetheatsqaeda (U.S.) Annual Threat Assessment of the Director of National Intelligence - for the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence (Adobe Acrobat PDF file) http://www.dni.gov/testimonies/20080205_testimony.pdf (Pakistan) Taliban warlord Baitullah Mahsud is new public enemy No 1 http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/asia/article3315612.ece (Pakistan) Former Pakistani Generals: Kashmir's War of independence Cannot Be Won Without Jihad http://www.thememriblog.org/urdupashtu/blog_personal/en/5142.htm Pakistan nuclear weapons vulnerable: US -- DNI Annual Assessment http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080205/wl_sthasia_afp/usintelligencepakistannuclear_080205161544;_ylt=AqYoYj4nYB2uJ3O3e0JnK.PzPukA (India) Concern about nuclear weapons falling into terror hands -- in apparent reference to Pakistan http://www.ndtv.com/convergence/ndtv/story.aspx?id=NEWEN20080040462&ch=2/5/2008%206:31:00%20PM U.S.: Al-Qaida shifting from Iraq to Pakistan -- DNI Mike McConnell tells U.S. Senate http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/23012160/ http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080205/ap_on_go_ca_st_pe/us_terror_threats (U.S.) CIA says used waterboarding three times -- CIA Director Michael Hayden http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080205/ts_nm/security_usa_waterboarding_dc_2;_ylt=Au7DKnFm_IprNv2dYBumZIcTv5UB (U.S.) Veto threat for proposed spy laws http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080205/ap_on_go_pr_wh/terrorist_surveillance (U.S.) Commentary: Jihadists, Islamists, and "Extremists" - what's in a name? by Jeffrey Imm http://counterterrorismblog.org/2008/02/terms_matter.php (Libya) Terrorism: Experts say Libyans are third force behind al-Qaeda -- (update) http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1846748713 North Korea still a nuclear proliferation risk: intel report http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080205/wl_asia_afp/usintelligencenkoreanuclear_080205215640;_ylt=AgJWZ6AT26ah3gOBfrC5xkeCscEA (North Korea) Taking North Korea Off the U.S. Terrorism List http://news.yahoo.com/s/usnews/20080205/ts_usnews/takingnorthkoreaofftheusterrorismlist February 5, 2008 Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Iraq) Suicide bomber kills eight anti-Qaeda members: Iraq police -- in Awad village near Taji in Salaheddin province http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080205/wl_mideast_afp/iraqunresttaji_080205124758;_ylt=AkCHWkbK.jQ8PQKrwLwSw6NX6GMA (Iraq) US troops kill three, including woman, in Iraq raid -- fired on anti-Al-Qaeda operations and returned fire in self defense http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080205/wl_mideast_afp/iraqunrestus_080205121541;_ylt=AilvbZiLHV4SRWqwlPow7DpX6GMA (Afghanistan) Roadside bombs kill seven in Afghanistan: police -- in Kandahar and Helmand provinces - linked to Taliban http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080205/wl_sthasia_afp/afghanistanunrestblastscivilian_080205090519;_ylt=Aq9URnGWvVGgyl_IQOzN4JjOVooA (Afghanistan) Karzai ponders journalist Islamist blasphemy death sentence - will not intervene until the courts have their final say http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080205/ap_on_re_as/afghanistan_6;_ylt=AjnzBAAKQJ3GjETBu.nMEwjOVooA Afghanistan to become failed state as insurgency spreads: study http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/February/subcontinent_February135.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (Pakistan) Bomber's head found after Pakistan blast: officials - in Rawalpindi http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080205/wl_asia_afp/pakistanattacksblastmilitary_080205071213;_ylt=AgwzguUIvEuvCMKF6c0PKvTzPukA (Pakistan) Report: Three al-Qaeda leaders killed in US attack -- two Kuwaitis and a Libyan http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1845929971 (Pakistan) Jihad turning point? News analysis on Abu Laith al-Libi http://www.washingtontimes.com/article/20080205/COMMENTARY/189195617/1012/commentary (Pakistan) 3 suicide attackers arrested from Jhang http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\02\05\story_5-2-2008_pg1_2 (Pakistan) Police find suicide jackets in Pakistan -- in Dera Ismail Khan town of the North West Frontier Province (NWFP) http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/World/Police_find_suicide_jackets_in_Pak/articleshow/2759535.cms (Pakistan) Clean-shaven militants roaming in Darra bazaar http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\02\05\story_5-2-2008_pg7_1 (Pakistan) Terrorism on the decline, claims minister in Senate http://www.dawn.com/2008/02/05/nat3.htm (Pakistan) British group names Taliban in Pakistan as worsening global threat http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/05/europe/EU-GEN-Britain-Taliban-Threat.php Pakistan: Bush seeks $830m to 'sustain strategic partnership' http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1845649358 (India) Karnataka detectives to grill three terror suspects -- including Riyazuddin Nasir alias Mohammed Ghouse and Asadullah Abubaker http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/India/Ktaka_detectives_to_grill_three_terror_suspects_/articleshow/2757157.cms (India) Top Indian political leader faces threat from suicide bomber http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1067988 India struggles for strategy in war on Maoists http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/February/subcontinent_February132.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= -- No army role to contain Naxal threat http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/February/subcontinent_February129.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (U.S.) IPT News: Pentagon Aide's Invitations Contradicted U.S. Policy -- regarding Hesham Islam -- by Steven Emerson http://www.investigativeproject.org/article/596 (U.S.) Gitmo suspect asks judge to drop charges -- Canadian Omar Khadr http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080205/ap_on_re_la_am_ca/guantanamo_military_trial_5;_ylt=ApmopkGlFfFTG8Bu5YHOx5ITv5UB (U.S.) Accidental leak in Guantanamo terror trial http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2008/02/05/accidental_leak_in_guantanamo_terror_trial/6313/ (U.S.) Borders, transit top security spending http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080205/ap_on_go_pr_wh/budget_homeland_security Iran will have nuclear weapon in three years: Mossad http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080205/wl_mideast_afp/irannuclearpoliticsisraelsyria_080205110538;_ylt=Ah2rFMq5UfP31gIXev4k1_xSw60A (Gaza) Israel kills five Hamas members in Gaza strike http://africa.reuters.com/wire/news/usnL059277121.html (Gaza) Israeli air strike hits Gaza station http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1202211058686&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2008/February/middleeast_February56.xml§ion=middleeast&col= Israel alert after first suicide bombing in year http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2008/February/middleeast_February55.xml§ion=middleeast&col= (Israel) Security Experts Fear New Wave of Terrorism in Israel http://www.spiegel.de/international/world/0,1518,533162,00.html U.S. condemns attack in Israel and condemns Hamas http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080205/pl_nm/israel_explosion_usa_dc_1;_ylt=Ar3VIY0GkFjLwO6AJA02bPETv5UB (Israel) Two Kassam rockets fired at Sderot http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1202064583416&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Israel shuts down east Jerusalem religious center, calls it Hamas front http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/05/africa/ME-GEN-Israel-Center-Shutdown.php (Israel) Restaurant owner says bomber ordered coffee before blowing himself up http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/05/africa/ME-GEN-Israel-Bombers-Coffee.php (UK) Islamic preacher 'recruited terrorists for Iraq' -- Trevor Brooks (aka Omar Brooks and Abu Izzadeen) http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2008/02/05/nterror205.xml (UK) Islamic preacher who heckled Home Secretary John Reid 'preached Jihad' -- Omar Brooks http://www.mirror.co.uk/news/topstories/2008/02/05/cleric-preached-jihad-89520-20309643/ http://www.metro.co.uk/news/article.html?in_article_id=93080&in_page_id=34&ito=newsnow (UK) Five men jailed for aiding July 21 bombers - for 56 years -- updated story with addtl detail http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2008/02/05/nterror105.xml -- Profiles of the five July 21 accomplices http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/uk/crime/article3305996.ece (UK) Islamist terrorists rebranded as 'criminals' (update) http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2008/02/05/nterror305.xml (UK) Students worldwide sign up to British university course on terrorism -- focus includes civil liberties issues affected - Libyans interested http://www.dailymail.co.uk/pages/live/articles/news/news.html?in_article_id=512414&in_page_id=1770&ito=newsnow (Netherlands) Hofstad case appealed to Supreme Court -- prosecution does not agree with appeal court's acquittal two weeks ago of the seven suspects for participation in a criminal and terrorist organization http://www.expatica.com/nl/articles/news/Hofstad-case-appealed-to-Supreme-Court.html (Spain) Arrests leave ETA's political wing leaderless http://www.expatica.com/es/articles/news/Arrests-leave-ETA_s-political-wing-leaderless.html Canadian Lawmakers Revise Anti-Terrorism Law http://www.nasdaq.com/aspxcontent/NewsStory.aspx?cpath=20080204\ACQDJON200802042012DOWJONESDJONLINE000763.htm&selected=9999&selecteddisplaysymbol=9999&StoryTargetFrame=_top&mkt=WORLD&chk=unchecked&lang=&link=&headlinereturnpage=http://www.international.na (Thailand) Separatist bombs wound 10 in South - in Yala and Pattani provinces http://www.bangkokpost.com/breaking_news/previousdetail.php?id=125706 Philippine military investigates killing of 7 civilians in clash with militants http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/05/asia/AS-GEN-Philippines-Slain-Civilians.php (Sri Lanka) Fresh fighting in Sri Lanka kills 20 rebels, two soldiers, military says http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/05/asia/AS-GEN-Sri-Lanka-Civil-War.php Sri Lanka jets bomb rebels, no end to war in sight http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/February/subcontinent_February138.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= North Korea would sell nukes to terrorists -- per U.S. intelligence report http://www.washingtontimes.com/article/20080205/NATION/163481673/1002 (Australia) Second 'jihad sheila' faces losing passport -- praises Osama Bin Laden http://www.smh.com.au/news/national/jihad-sheila-faces-losing-passport/2008/02/05/1202090421351.html (Columbia) Anti-FARC Rallies Held Worldwide (update) http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2008/02/04/AR2008020403019.html (Columbia) Facebook Used to Mobilize Against FARC http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=18689653&ft=1&f=3 Other News: Muslims Enraged, Seething at Wikipedia -- because there are drawings and images of Mohammed in his Wikipedia entry http://littlegreenfootballs.com/weblog/?entry=28838&only&rss http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Muhammad http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Talk:Muhammad/censorship_requests (UK) Pakistani and British Clerics Across the U.K. Teach the Significance Of Martyrdom During The Shia Holy Month Of Muharram http://memri.org/bin/latestnews.cgi?ID=IA42008 (UK) "Sharia is knocking on the door of Britain" http://hurryupharry.bloghouse.net/archives/2008/02/05/sharia_is_knocking_on_the_door_of_britain.php UK: Corporate Britain wakes up to halal http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/02/uk-corporate-britain-wakes-up-to-halal.html UK: Gov't trying to stop email rumor on Holocaust teaching being banned http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/02/uk-govt-trying-to-stop-email-rumor-on.html http://www.computerweekly.com/Articles/2008/02/05/229265/government-denounces-holocaust-ban-hoax.htm http://uk.reuters.com/article/topNews/idUKL0426774520080205?rpc=401&feedType=RSS&feedName=topNews&rpc=401 (UK) Report: 1 in 4 Britons Think Winston Churchill Never Existed http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,328088,00.html Dubai bank targets UK in bid to become world's largest Sharia lender http://business.timesonline.co.uk/tol/business/industry_sectors/banking_and_finance/article3308189.ece Kuwait is a leader in Islamic finance: Kuwait Central Bank Governor http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1881821&Language=en My family, my killers http://www.smh.com.au/news/world/my-family-my-killers/2008/02/01/1201801034293.html?page=fullpage#contentSwap2 U.N. body calls for Saudis to end male guardianship http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/saudi_un_women_dc Italy: Bin Laden's son wants to meet Pope http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/CultureAndMedia/?id=1.0.1845703678 Swedish state to train imams http://www.thelocal.se/9880/20080205/ http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/02/sweden-govt-considers-imam-training.html Sweden mulls imam education program http://www.straitstimes.com/Latest%2BNews/World/STIStory_203832.html Norway: Gov't plan against female circumcision http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/02/norway-govt-plan-against-female.html (Canada) University of Toronto-Mississauga: Blog crosses the line http://www.gazette.uwo.ca/article.cfm?section=Opinions&articleID=1553&month=02&day=05&year=2008 Against Nazi News: (Hungary) 2 teenage boys admit vandalizing Jewish cemetery in southern Hungary http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/05/europe/EU-GEN-Hungary-Jewish-Graves.php February 4, 2008 PM Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (U.S.) Al-Qaeda 'eyeing nuclear weapons' -- U.S. intelligence states al-Qaeda nuclear weapons expert Abu Khabab al-Misri was real target of last week's CIA airstrike in northern Pakistan http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1843140498 (Iraq) US troops kill 15 suspected militants, detain 26 in raids against al-Qaida in Iraq -- in raids in of Khalis in Diyala province http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/04/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq-Raids.php http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,23162275-1702,00.html (Israel) Report: 'Another bomber infiltrated, ready for attack' -- Terrorist sources tell WND 2nd suicide bombing inside Israel 'imminent' http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=60035 (Israel) Terror victims group blames prisoner releases for Dimona bombing http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1202064577377&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Gazans hear of suicide attack on Israel, hand out sweets http://www.ynetnews.com/articles/0,7340,L-3502572,00.html (U.S.) Bush emphasizes cyber security in budget http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080204/ap_on_go_pr_wh/budget_homeland_security_2;_ylt=AvNrWLS4rrw7kXRR3_GfqlMTv5UB U.S. says no one too young for Guantanamo court http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080204/us_nm/guantanamo_dc_2;_ylt=Aht7k2imLuVdA1NH2GkoOvETv5UB (U.S.) FBI wants palm prints, eye scans, tattoo mapping - database to better track terrorists http://www.cnn.com/2008/TECH/02/04/fbi.biometrics/index.html Somali Jihad Group Shabab Al-Mujahideen Severs Ties With Islamic Courts Union http://www.thememriblog.org/blog_personal/en/5084.htm Al Qaeda north Africa leader calls for attacks on western targets http://www.ech-chorouk.com/english/modules.php?name=News&file=article&sid=8896 Nigerian militants claim oil-region attack that killed 3 troops http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/04/africa/AF-GEN-Nigeria-Oil-Unrest.php (Chad) Thousands flee capital as fighting resumes in Chad http://www.iht.com/articles/2008/02/04/africa/chad.php Spain: Court releases ten terrorism suspects -- "Operacion Nova" Islamists were to blow up court - 10 released after serving only 4 years http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1843021990 (Canada) Terror suspect says he would follow strict bail conditions -- Mohamed Harkat http://www.canada.com/ottawacitizen/news/story.html?id=748a2686-b78a-4ae0-84c1-9ed5ef718d0d&k=29400 (Australia) Muslim convert slurs Bali victims -- accused of being the "grand dame" of extremist jihadis in Australia http://www.smh.com.au/news/national/muslim-convert-slurs-bali-victims/2008/02/04/1202090322421.html Colombians March to Protest Leftist FARC Rebels http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,328207,00.html Other News: Commentary: "This is how Islam ends" -- Islamists versus Muslims http://www.haaretz.com/hasen/spages/951023.html (UK) Commentary: "Does Islam fit with our law? Is a clash of civilisations looming? It’s now time to find the links rather than the conflicts between English and Islamic law" http://business.timesonline.co.uk/tol/business/law/article3304719.ece February 4, 2008 Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Iraq) Al-Qaeda-led terrorist cell dismantled south of Baghdad http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1067542 (Iraq) Al-Qaeda-linked group in north Iraq, on Web: Launching new campaign to pre-empt gov't attack -- in Mosul and urged volunteers to join them to carry out suicide attacks on U.S. troops, Iraqi Shiites and Kurdish peshmerga troops http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/04/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq-Mosul-Al-Qaida.php (Iraq) MNF soldier killed in Eastern Baghdad http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1067516 (Iraq) Foreign ministry Consular shot dead in Al-Mansour district http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1067634 (Iraq) Nine Iraqi civilians killed accidentally : US military - during weekend raids on Al-Qaeda - near Iskandariyah http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2008/February/middleeast_February41.xml§ion=middleeast&col= Turkey says 70 Kurdish rebel targets hit -- in northern Iraq http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080204/ap_on_re_mi_ea/turkey_kurds;_ylt=AqmGgMmzEak.3iJLLl.J1rxvaA8F http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080204/wl_nm/iraq_turkey_raids_dc_2;_ylt=Asp9bkSmZKwpqTUZMBN2QhxX6GMA (Kuwait) Al Qaeda entered Kuwait with false passports: Norway http://www.kuwaittimes.net/read_news.php?newsid=NTExNzgwMzc4 (Afghanistan) 19 dead in raids, clashes in Afghanistan -- attack on Taliban Mullah Manan home in western Farah province and attack on Taliban suspect near Lashkar Gah in Helmand http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080204/ap_on_re_as/afghanistan_2;_ylt=AvnjNeOsrnCCqAgringIbkjOVooA -- civilians killed in both Farah and Helmand attacks http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080204/wl_nm/afghan_violence_dc_1;_ylt=AsVmATnKJjWSUePZbSDez9fOVooA Afghans claims UK planned to train ex-Taliban -- Afghan sources says this would have included military training http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2008/02/04/wafg204.xml -- Daily Mail: project discovered when documents seized from UN and EU officials http://www.dailymail.co.uk/pages/live/articles/news/worldnews.html?in_article_id=512189&in_page_id=1811&ito=newsnow -- Independent: additional background http://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/asia/revealed-british-plan-to-build-training-camp-for-taliban-fighters-in-afghanistan-777671.html -- Financial Times: Kabul furious at British plan to retrain Taliban http://www.ft.com/cms/s/0/6fbdac7a-d2c3-11dc-8636-0000779fd2ac.html?nclick_check=1 (Afghanistan) A flea in the ear for Mullah Omar -- Mullah Abdul Salaam lecturing the Taliban leadership on the meaning of the Koran and Islam http://www.atimes.com/atimes/South_Asia/JB05Df01.html (Pakistan) Suicide bomb kills 6 in Pakistan -- motorcycle suicide bomber attack in Rawalpindi near army's National Logistics Cell http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080204/ap_on_re_as/pakistan_10;_ylt=AtohMhRB9xSFP6fb9dO1P2HzPukA (Pakistan) Firing on Bhutto rally wounds 7 in Karachi http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1067676 (Pakistan) Tribal militants increase coordination - Pewshawar Official says local Taliban strengthening - Brig (r) Shah says peace deals with militants have backfired http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\02\04\story_4-2-2008_pg1_9 (Pakistan) Reportedly slain Al-Qaida commander Abu Laith al-Libi openly met Pakistan officials in Peshawar http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/World/Pakistan/Slain_Al-Qaida_commander_openly_met_Pak_officials_in_Peshawar/rssarticleshow/2756165.cms (Pakistan) Jundullah claims 600 suicide bombers present in Karachi -- Jundullah (Army of God) Pakistani Sunni group with Al-Qaeda ties - says many bombers linked to Red Mosque http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\02\04\story_4-2-2008_pg1_2 -- related DPA story http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/February/subcontinent_February107.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (Pakistan) 'Bombers' take families hostage to drive into police http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\02\04\story_4-2-2008_pg1_4 (India) Arrest of terror mastermind reveal plans to target Western Indian states (update) -- Riyazuddin Nasir (aka Mohammed Ghouse) plotted attacks in Maharashtra, Gujarat and Goa http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1067635 (U.S.) Man acquited of terrorism charges faces deportation trial -- "Liberty City Seven" Haitian national Lyglenson Lemorin http://www.walb.com/Global/story.asp?S=7817102 (U.S.) Guantanamo Bay: Canadian Omar Khadr case on docket (my title) http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080204/ap_on_re_la_am_ca/guantanamo_military_trial_1;_ylt=Aorb80XbmnYQx_zwpXqQ0HwTv5UB (U.S.) Park Police Rebuked For Weak Security -- Widespread Flaws Put U.S. Landmarks At Risk, Report Says http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2008/02/03/AR2008020303080.html?hpid=topnews Al-Qaeda Group's Encryption Software Stronger http://www.cio.in/news/viewArticle/ARTICLEID=4128803 Iran fires rocket from space center http://edition.cnn.com/2008/WORLD/meast/02/04/iran.rocket/index.html http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1202064575134&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Lebanon) Hezbollah warns Israel after IDF kills Lebanese across border http://www.haaretz.com/hasen/spages/951035.html (West Bank) Israeli troops kill 2 Palestinian gunmen in West Bank http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2008/February/middleeast_February38.xml§ion=middleeast&col= (Israel) At least three killed in Israel suicide attack -- shopping center in Dimona http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2008/February/middleeast_February40.xml§ion=middleeast --- Fatah claims responsibility for Dimona attack http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1067597 -- Dimona bombers said to have entered via Egypt http://www.haaretz.com/hasen/spages/951028.html --Israel: Suicide bombers 'infiltrated from Gaza Strip' http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1842262018 (Israel) Doctor Discovers Explosive Belt While Treating Bombing 'Victim' http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,328030,00.html Fatah's Al Aqsa Martyrs Brigades: 'Peace partner' carries out deadly suicide bombing -- Terrorist boasts: 'We will keep attacking ... it doesn't go against negotiations' http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=60034 Palestinian Islamic Jihad, Hamas hail Dimona attack http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1881527&Language=en 131 Palestinian suicide bombings in Israel since 2000, 541 dead http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/04/africa/ME-GEN-Israel-Suicide-Bombings-Glance.php Hamas to use Sinai as base for attacks against Israeli targets http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1067543 -- Ha'aretz: Terror attack was matter of time after Gaza border breach http://www.haaretz.com/hasen/spages/950759.htm Egyptian forces detain Palestinian carrying explosives in Rafah http://www.haaretz.com/hasen/spages/951004.html Mauritanian charges three with murder of French tourists http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080204/wl_africa_afp/mauritaniafranceattackscharge_080204131132;_ylt=Ap.E3BGQVP9sW3tNbsZjjGgTv5UB (Somalia) Pirates hijack Danish-owned ship off Somali coast http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/04/africa/AF-GEN-Somalia-Piracy.php Libyans advance in Al Qaeda network http://www.latimes.com/news/nationworld/world/la-fg-libyans4feb04,1,5596168.story?ctrack=1&cset=true (Russia) Putin visits military unit in violence-plagued Dagestan region http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/04/europe/EU-GEN-Russia-Putin.php (UK) Suicide bomb suspects held at Gatwick after tip-off -- six Pakistanis arrested after flying into London from Barcelona -- fears of attacks on UK public transportation, including possible terrorist attack on bridges, tunnels and the Channel tunnel http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/uk/crime/article3295299.ece (UK) 5 men found guilty of aiding would-be July 21, 2005 suicide bombers in London http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1202064578840&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,23162183-23109,00.html (UK) New Muslim-friendly phrasebook to counter-terror - New phrasebook advises not to use term "Jihadi" http://www.middle-east-online.com/english/?id=24174 http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/02/uk-new-counter-terrorism-guide.html http://politics.guardian.co.uk/homeaffairs/story/0,,2251965,00.html (UK) Bugging of MP 'ordered by police officer' http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2008/02/04/nbugged104.xml (UK) Schools twin with madrassas to fight radicalism -- Pupils in Britain, Pakistan, Bangladesh and Afghanistan will link up to learn how much they have in common with each other http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/comment/faith/article3295369.ece (Ireland) Second member of IRA unit that killed Irish policeman freed from prison http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/04/europe/EU-GEN-Ireland-IRA-Parole.php (Norway) Extremists target local youth -- Norway Police Worried by Jihad Recruiting http://www.aftenposten.no/english/local/article2235509.ece http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/02/norway-norwegian-youth-target-for-jihad.html http://www.javno.com/en/world/clanak.php?id=120514 (Spain) 2 Basque separatist leaders arrested http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/04/europe/EU-GEN-Spain-Basque-Arrests.php (Spain) Air crews called as witnesses in alleged Guantanamo flight probe http://www.expatica.com/es/articles/news/Air-crews-called-as-witnesses-in-alleged-Guant_namo-flight-probe.html (Indonesia) Bali bombers win case review http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,23158810-23109,00.html (Thailand) 1 killed, 11 injured in Pattani explosion http://www.nationmultimedia.com/breakingnews/read.php?newsid=30064381 (Thailand) 3 policemen, 3 civilians injured in Yala bomb attack http://www.nationmultimedia.com/breakingnews/read.php?newsid=30064378 (Thailand) 8 suspected insurgents arrested in Narathiwat http://www.nationmultimedia.com/breakingnews/read.php?newsid=30064128 Philippines: Civilian casualties as soldiers and militants clash -- on the island of Jolo in the southern region of Mindanao http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1842362768 (Sri Lanka) 14 dead in Sri Lanka bombings, president says winning war - two roadside bombs http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080204/wl_sthasia_afp/srilankaanniversaryunrest http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticle.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/February/subcontinent_February110.xml§ion=subcontinent Sri Lanka: Security tightened for independence day after suicide attack http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1842164859 Sri Lanka braces for freedom day terror amid festivities http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080204/wl_sthasia_afp/srilankaanniversaryunrest_080204041627;_ylt=AgvpIP_rcsrmQ3BINOCeksYTv5UB (Australia) Jihad Sheilas: Aunty talks to Australian outcasts http://livenews.com.au/Articles/2008/02/04/Jihad_Sheilas_Aunty_talks_to_Australian_outcasts -- Australian ABC tricked us, say Muslim women http://www.theaustralian.news.com.au/story/0,25197,23161034-2702,00.html Other News: (Malaysia) Church group slams Malaysian airport officials for confiscating Bibles http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/04/asia/AS-GEN-Malaysia-Religious-Rights.php (UK) Muslims can claim benefits for several wives, say Ministers http://www.express.co.uk/posts/view/33753/Muslims-can-claim-benefits-for-several-wives-say-Ministers (UK) Visa changes would mean no right of appeal for failed applicants http://www.theasiannews.co.uk/news/s/1035035_visa_changes_would_mean_no_right_of_appeal_for_failed_applicants (UK) Porter fired in crucifix row -- covered up crucifix in prayer room http://www.theasiannews.co.uk/news/s/1035025_porter_fired_in_crucifix_row Netherlands: Holland Loves Muslims petition http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/02/netherlands-holland-loves-muslims.html (Sweden) Malmo: Girl killed, honor murder suspected http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/02/malm-girl-killed-honor-murder-suspected.html Deutsche sees Islamic hedge fund growth in 2008 http://www.reuters.com/article/fundsFundsNews/idUSL0439641020080204?rpc=401& New NATO intelligence chief was trained by KGB http://www.iht.com/articles/2008/02/03/europe/nato.php Against Nazi News: (Hungary) Vandals paint swastikas on Jewish graves in south Hungary http://www.haaretz.com/hasen/spages/951038.html February 3, 2008 Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Iraq) US, Iraqi troops kill 11, capture 64 suspects in raids across central, northern Iraq http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/03/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq-Raids.php (Iraq) Four anti-Qaeda militiamen killed in raid on Iraq base - in Baquba http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080203/wl_mideast_afp/iraqunrestbaquba_080203134338;_ylt=Aoic6wQ3OcHndgn_jqLSe_BX6GMA Iraq: 3 dead in Baghdad violence - bomb in Mansour, mortar in Sulaikh, and drive-by shooting near Kut http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080203/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq_violence_2;_ylt=AhMs2_czYka7lodoAWpoCH9X6GMA Interior Ministry official survives bomb attack but driver killed http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2008/February/middleeast_February27.xml§ion=middleeast&col= (Iraq) Mosul residents stock up ahead of 'decisive battle' http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080203/wl_mideast_afp/iraqunrestmosul_080203114234;_ylt=ArjFCnRs2gW9vX7Zu_mMSxtX6GMA (Iraq) New law allows Baathists to reclaim jobs http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080203/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq_080119205375 (Afghanistan) Taleban, Al Qaeda in the shadows in E. Afghan http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/February/subcontinent_February75.xml§ion=subcontinent Afghan Prison Blues - Why are so few Taliban in jail? Hundreds are buying their way out for cash http://www.newsweek.com/id/107576 (Afghanistan) NATO skeptical of Taliban statistics http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2008/02/03/nato_skeptical_of_taliban_statistics/4832/ (Afghanistan) NATO says insurgency is not spreading in Afghanistan http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/03/asia/AS-GEN-Afghan-NATO.php Afghanistan Embassy to U.S. on journalist blasphemy death sentence: "fully aware of the gravity of the case" (my title) http://www.cnn.com/2008/WORLD/asiapcf/02/02/afghan.journalist/index.html (Pakistan) Suspected suicide bomber arrested in northwest Pakistan: police - in village of Abdul Khel in Dera Ismail Khan district http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080203/wl_sthasia_afp/pakistanunrestnorthwestarrest_080203125106;_ylt=AruRCDKObfAnRdKnM7kxjvTzPukA Pakistanis foil plot to kill cleric: officials http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/February/subcontinent_February80.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (Pakistan) Two policemen, 2 militants killed in Mardan clash http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\02\03\story_3-2-2008_pg1_4 http://www.dawn.com/2008/02/03/top1.htm (Pakistan) US strike on Libi seen as limited success -- Analyst complains of 'minimal activity' in Qaeda strongholds for fear of provoking anti-US feelings among locals http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\02\03\story_3-2-2008_pg1_7 (Pakistan) 18 militant hideouts in Swat -- Interior Ministry report says 104 suicide, bomb and rocket attacks took place in valley since January 1, 2007 http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\02\03\story_3-2-2008_pg1_2 Pakistani Taliban leader sleeps badly at night - Baitullah Mehsud: "But my religion compels me to fight" http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080203/wl_nm/pakistan_militant_dc_1;_ylt=AllV8q1iqtb.CVnlxaUbkyjzPukA (Pakistan) Baitullah Mehsud offers conditional talks -- key commanders and militants arrested by security forces were released http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\02\03\story_3-2-2008_pg1_6 (Pakistan) Report: Benazir Bhutto: Osama's Son 'Led Bhutto Death Squad' http://news.sky.com/skynews/article/0,,30200-1303780,00.html?f=rss -- Benazir Bhutto's last testament http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/asia/article3294410.ece (India) Bangalore terror suspect wanted to target US -- Suspected terrorist Riyazuddin Nasir alias Mohammed Ghouse: "Jihad is a holy struggle in the name of Allah" http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Bangalore_terror_suspect_wanted_to_target_US/articleshow/2751976.cms (India J&K) Four militants killed in encounter in J&K -- Poonch battle with Lashkar-e-Toiba http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/India/Four_militants_killed_in_encounter_in_JK/articleshow/2752686.cms (India) 4 CRPF personnel killed in Naxal ambush in Chhattisgarh http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Top_Headlines/4_CRPF_personnel_killed_in_Naxal_ambush_in_Chhattisgarh/articleshow/2751682.cms (U.S.) Pentagon Disputes Report on National Guard, Reserves -- Preparedness http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2008/02/02/AR2008020202043.html (U.S.) Securing the Cities No Easy Task http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2008/02/02/AR2008020202220.htm US Qaeda strategy fatally flawed: analysts -- Professor Bruce Hoffman says not focused on ideology http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/afghanistanunrestqaedapakistanus;_ylt=Ap4WAIa528Gg0xaYB4mmj4is0NUE http://explore.georgetown.edu/news/?ID=16692 (Iran) Russia says UN resolution sends 'clear signals' to Iran: Interfax http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080203/wl_mideast_afp/irannuclearpoliticsrussiaun_080203075816;_ylt=AhsNyoPhK6DLJy1a7mBRFEtSw60A Jordan appeals court upholds jail term against al-Qaeda poet -- Mohammad Hussein Zuhairi http://www.earthtimes.org/articles/show/182187,jordan-appeals-court-upholds-jail-term-against-al-qaeda-poet.html Egypt closes border with Gaza http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/22972508/ Israel: Hamas may keep Schalit as insurance http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?c=JPArticle&cid=1201867281687&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Somalia) Roadside bomb kills eight near Somalia capital http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Top_Headlines/Roadside_bomb_kills_eight_near_Somalia_capital/articleshow/2753020.cms Algerian army kills 5 Qaeda fighters http://africa.reuters.com/top/news/usnBAN338334.html (Mauritania) Al-Qaeda claims attack on Israel's embassy in Mauritania: Al Jazeera http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080203/wl_mideast_afp/mauritaniaisraelattackqaeda_080203060634;_ylt=Arp9LcbVQvcmOMGHFYzsKDETv5UB http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1201867283447&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Chad says Sudan army, militia attacked eastern town http://www.alertnet.org/thenews/newsdesk/L03715948.htm Chad's Future Taliban enters capital while the West is asleep http://counterterrorismblog.org/2008/02/chads_future_taliban_enters_ca.php (Nigeria) Tension Mounts in Kano as Govt Enforces Sharia http://www.thisdayonline.com/nview.php?id=102146 (UK) 2 Britons accused of distributing terrorism materials: Amjad Mahmood and Shella Roma http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1201867286188&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/03/europe/EU-GEN-Britain-Terrorism.php (UK) UK terror fund cell live on handouts - from state benefits and illegal use of charity number - to fund Jaish-e-Mohammed http://www.newsoftheworld.co.uk/0302_terror.shtml#cid=OTC-RSS&attr=news (UK) Inquiry into claim Scotland Yard 'bugged Muslim MP' -- while visiting Babar Ahmad in prison alleged to raise funds for Taliban and Chechen terrorists in the 1990s http://www.dailymail.co.uk/pages/live/articles/news/news.html?in_article_id=512028&in_page_id=1770&ito=newsnow http://www.channel4.com/news/articles/uk/muslim+mp+bugged+by+scotland+yard/1468847 http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/uk/crime/article3295393.ece http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml;jsessionid=2OEJYQFUASNQVQFIQMFCFF4AVCBQYIV0?xml=/news/2008/02/03/nbugged103.xml (UK) MPACUK: "You call yourself a practicing Muslim while you Abandon Jihad" (cached page) http://search.yahoo.com/search?ei=UTF-8&p=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.mpacuk.org%2Fcontent%2Fview%2F4361%2F&fr=yfp-t-501&_intl=us For cached page, go to Yahoo search for: http://www.mpacuk.org/content/view/4361/ (Bosnia) Thousands protest against deportation of Islamic fighter from Bosnia -- Imad al-Husini, known as Abu Hamza http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/02/europe/EU-GEN-Bosnia-Protest.php (Thailand) Muslim man killed in drive-by shooting in Yala http://www.nationmultimedia.com/breakingnews/read.php?newsid=30064257 (Australia) Terror watch over Muslim prisoners http://www.news.com.au/mercury/story/0,22884,23150517-922,00.html (Sri Lanka) At least 11 killed in Sri Lanka railway blast -- Military says female suicide bomber blew herself up on station platform http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/22974614/ http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1067270 (Sri Lanka) 'Grenade' attack at Sri Lanka Dehiwala zoo http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/world/south_asia/7224704.stm North Korea missiles get boost from outside: report http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080203/wl_nm/korea_north_missiles_dc_1;_ylt=AiSHaz.XFO.J2XnnpzI6GEOCscEA Colombia nabs FARC rebel wanted for U.S. kidnappings -- Luz Dari Conde Rubio, known as "Doris Adriana," http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080202/ts_nm/colombia_rebels_dc Report: Colombia FARC Rebels To Release Lawmaker Hostages -AFP http://www.nasdaq.com/aspxcontent/NewsStory.aspx?cpath=20080202\ACQDJON200802022335DOWJONESDJONLINE000231.htm&selected=9999&selecteddisplaysymbol=9999&StoryTargetFrame=_top&mkt=WORLD&chk=unchecked&lang=&link=&headlinereturnpage=http://www.international.na Other News: (UK) Female Muslim medics 'disobey hygiene rules' - say it is against their religion http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2008/02/03/nislam403.xml (UK) Family of teen Muslim invited men to rape her http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/uk/article3295487.ece London Times: Heaven knows I'm Muslim now - Morrissey lines up Iran gig http://entertainment.timesonline.co.uk/tol/arts_and_entertainment/music/article3295316.ece (India) Four persons die of suspected anthrax in Orissa http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Four_persons_die_of_suspected_anthrax_in_Orissa/articleshow/2753426.cms February 2, 2008 Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Iraq) At least eight killed, 17 wounded in Iraqi violence- in Samara 4 Al-Qaeda killed, in Mosul, four Awakening Councils members were killed and nine injured, 5 injured in western Baghdad road bomb -- also 15 terrorists detained http://news.monstersandcritics.com/middleeast/news/article_1389575.php/At_least_eight_killed_17_wounded_in_Iraqi_violence__Roundup_ Iraq vows to "crush terrorists" after 99 killed -- death toll rises in twin Baghdad market blasts on Friday http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/iraq_dc;_ylt=AuTZ8w.ClRzmgxWDMJh0lh1X6GMA (Iraq) Rice: Bombings show al-Qaida's brutality http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080201/ap_on_go_ca_st_pe/us_iraq_4;_ylt=ApoOxx6SLhSNkn23DNmUaTlX6GMA (Afghanistan) Several insurgents killed in Afghanistan operation -- coalition -- in Uruzgan province's Deh Rawod district http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1066987 (Pakistan) Three militants, 2 policemen killed in Pakistan -- shootout near Mardan http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080202/wl_nm/pakistan_violence_dc_2;_ylt=AhuFUpLGe04UaAzm0iObHJPzPukA (Pakistan) Suspected militant killed -- in Kahan area of Kohlu district http://www.dawn.com/2008/02/02/top9.htm (Pakistan) Government unaware of Al-Libi killing: Hamid http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\02\02\story_2-2-2008_pg7_10 (Pakistan) Eight Fazlullah aides released on bail http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\02\02\story_2-2-2008_pg7_19 -- background on pro-Taliban Maulana Fazlullah http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Maulana_Fazlullah (Pakistan) 'Attack on Kohat Tunnel caused damage worth millions of rupees' http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\02\02\story_2-2-2008_pg1_2 (Pakistan) Shariah law draft sent to president -- Nizam-e-Adl Regulation forwarded to President Pervez Musharraf for approval to implement the law in Malakand division http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\02\02\story_2-2-2008_pg1_4 (India J&K) Five Pak-based Lashkar, Hizbul insurgents killed in Indian-administered Kashmir http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1066958 (India J&K) Encounter on between troops and militants in Poonch http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Encounter_on_between_troops_and_militants_in_Poonch/articleshow/2751165.cms (India) Militants held in Bangalore had undergone training in Pakistan http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Militants_held_in_Bangalore_had_undergone_training_in_Pak/articleshow/2749730.cms (India) Terror camps, Pakistan flags in Karnataka jungles http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Terror_camps_Pak_flags_in_Karnataka_jungles/articleshow/2749729.cms (U.S.) Moussaoui judge defends terrorism trials, questions pursuit of death sentences -- Judge Leonie Brinkema said in a speech Friday http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/02/america/NA-GEN-US-Judge-Terrorism.php http://ap.google.com/article/ALeqM5iQd7ajcdi9lOFGUG5PYUlzb1CWnwD8UHQICO0 (U.S.) Washington Times: Pentagon looking into background of background of Hesham Islam http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080201/NATION04/12563013/1008 -- Questions for the Pentagon - Who is Hesham Islam? by Claudia Rosett http://article.nationalreview.com/?q=NTQ1ZjE0MWZlYWI2ODVjYzU3MjcyZjBkMzcxNzBjNTQ=&w=MA== (U.S.) Islamist 'Trojan horse' in Pentagon, say experts http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=59995 (U.S.) Homeland grant covers protection against small bombs http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080202/NATION/452585000/1002 (U.S.) Remains of Israeli killed in September 11 attacks buried: Report -- Alona Avraham http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/01/africa/ME-GEN-Israel-September-11.php (Iran) Security Council states want more time on Iran sanctions: France http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080201/wl_mideast_afp/irannuclearunfrancepolitics_080201230253;_ylt=ArjvV7mxV3s0KPUF9IOkjd5Sw60A (Iran) US envoy to UN Zalmay Khalilzad: Iran gained from US "invasions" -- in Afghanistan and Iraq http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080202/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iran_s_gain_1;_ylt=AiN_cT5gG5eVCPNbtIVtSoxSw60A Lebanese soldiers wounded in shooting attack http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2008/February/middleeast_February13.xml§ion=middleeast&col= Gaza's Hamas strongman says Egypt agreed to some border coordination with Hamas http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/02/africa/ME-GEN-Hamas-Egypt.php (Gaza) Hamas protest attempt to close Gaza border http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2008/February/middleeast_February14.xml§ion=middleeast&col= Hamas wants to disconnect from Israel, forge economic link with Egypt http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1201867278848&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull IDF troops arrest Palestinian terror suspect in Jenin http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1201867278241&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Israelis told to prepare rocket rooms http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,23151113-23109,00.html (Mauritania) 3 arrested on suspicion of attacking Israeli Embassy in Mauritania http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1201867277826&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Somalia: Deadly Explosion Rocks in Beledweyne Town Overnight http://allafrica.com/stories/200802020022.html Nigeria: Militants Attack Marine Firm in Rivers State http://allafrica.com/stories/200802020002.html (UK) Heathrow begins requiring iris scans, fingerprints from some passengers http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/01/europe/EU-GEN-Britain-Heathrow-Biometric-Data.php (UK) Report: Muslim Public Affairs Committee UK: "You call yourself a practicing Muslim while Abandon Jihad" http://djkonservo.files.wordpress.com/2008/02/mpacukjihad1.png http://djkonservo.wordpress.com/2008/02/02/mpacuk-promotes-antisemitism-and-jihad-again/ -- reported MPACUK web page (no longer publicly accessible) http://www.mpacuk.org/content/view/4361/ Report: Italy: Arab writer uses TV to challenge view of terrorism -- Abdallah Bijad al Oteibi states you can be "extremist", without being terrorist http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1835632275 Canadian Court Releases Al Qaeda Suspect, Orders House Arrest --Mohamed Harkat (update) http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,327777,00.html (Sri Lanka) Bus bomb kills 20 in S.Lanka, 50 hurt-military -- bomb blast hit a civilian bus in the central Sri Lankan town of Dambulla http://www.reuters.com/article/latestCrisis/idUSSP13981 http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080202/wl_nm/turkey_headscarf_dc_1;_ylt=AtV2rHlVViYhdbEliThbfkjtfLkA Report: Russia plutonium plants to shut sooner http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080202/ts_nm/usa_russia_plutonium_dc_1;_ylt=Ar_hjcV4CXaV2j8F2_ftMZt_5GIA Other News: (Turkey) Secular Turks rally against Muslim headscarf reform http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080202/wl_nm/turkey_headscarf_dc_1;_ylt=AtV2rHlVViYhdbEliThbfkjtfLkA (Netherlands) Iran: Dutch soldiers 'at risk' over anti-Koran film http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml;jsessionid=R2JSFMMDOM1ERQFIQMGSFF4AVCBQWIV0?xml=/news/2008/02/02/wilders102.xml (UK) Oxford: Religions collide under the dreaming spires http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml;jsessionid=R2JSFMMDOM1ERQFIQMGSFF4AVCBQWIV0?xml=/news/2008/02/02/nmosque102.xml Commentary: The Candidate Who Can See the Enemy, Can Defeat It -- by Walid Phares http://www.humanevents.com/article.php?id=24808 Malaysian court to try 66 ethnic Indians for holding illegal rally http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Top_Headlines/Malaysian_court_to_try_66_ethnic_Indians_for_holding_illegal_rally/articleshow/2750978.cms February 1, 2008 PM Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com Commentary: In War against Islamism, We Must Listen to the Words of Our Enemies by M. Zuhdi Jasser http://www.familysecuritymatters.org/terrorism.php?id=1386463 (Pakistan) Top US officer lauds al-Qaida death -- chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Mike Mullen comments on reported death of Abu Laith al-Libi http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080201/ap_on_go_ca_st_pe/us_pakistan_1 (Pakistan) AKI report: US accused of violating borders in al-Qaeda killing -- pro-Taliban, "former intelligence chief" retired Lt. General Hamid Gul protests missile strike from Predator aircraft http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1834960690 -- see Jeffrey Imm November 7 posting on Hamid Gul http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/11/pakistan_media_and_islamists.php (Pakistan) Missile strike that killed al-Qaida militant was close to Pakistan military base -- showing how entrenched Islamic militants are in the country's lawless tribal regions http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/01/asia/AS-GEN-Al-Qaida.php Pakistan's New Breed of Ruthless Leaders http://www.spiegel.de/international/world/0,1518,532141,00.html (Afghanistan) It's the Taliban calling http://www.channel4.com/news/articles/world/middle_east/its+the+taliban+calling/1459847 (Afghanistan) US wants Afghanistan to lift death sentence against journalist over Qur'an article http://www.thecanadianpress.com/english/online/OnlineFullStory.aspx?filename=X01259AU&newsitemid=94512052&languageid=1 (India) Islamic terrorists planned blasts in Goa -- interrogation of Hyderabad resident Raziuddin Nasir has revealed http://www.hindu.com/2008/02/02/stories/2008020256001200.htm (U.S.) Miami: Liberty City Seven Retrial - Defense decries US tactics as terrorism retrial begins http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1201867276598&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull http://www.miamiherald.com/775/story/402695.html (U.S.) Appeals Court won't review Guantanamo evidence ruling http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080201/us_nm/guantanamo_court_dc_2;_ylt=Al4FWr9HDnzqHPM_4jDke0kTv5UB (U.S.) Web Hosts Shut Down al-Qaida Sites http://www.thewhir.com/marketwatch/020108_Web_Hosts_Shut_Down_alQaida_sites.cfm (U.S.) ABC Report: Domestic Spying Program Could Aid Terrorists, Experts Say -- computer analysts write article in IEEE Security & Privacy claiming terrorists could "hack" domestic surveillance efforts http://abcnews.go.com/Blotter/story?id=4224513&page=1 -- report http://www.crypto.com/papers/paa-ieee.pdf Egypt looking for four terrorists - Palestinians from Gaza plotting Sinai attacks http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1201867275733&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Hamas leader tells Italian magazine that kidnapped Israeli soldier is alive and well http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/01/europe/EU-GEN-Italy-Israel-Palestinians.php Israeli Arabs to mourn infamous terrorist, George Habash, leader of PFLP terror group -- congregating in city where jihad leader launched 2nd-most deadly attack http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=59987 Mauritania must stop al Qaeda at borders -Islamist http://africa.reuters.com/wire/news/usnL0127956.html Yemeni government, Shiite rebels reach new deal on cease-fire agreement http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/01/africa/ME-GEN-Qatar-Yemen-Cease-fire.php (UK) "Would-be" Taliban sentence to be appealed - UK govt appealing lenient sentence to Pakistan-born Sohail Qureshi http://uk.reuters.com/article/domesticNews/idUKL0170259820080201?rpc=401& (UK) Bishop of Rochester, Dr Michael Nazir-Ali, faces death threats -- over "no go" area row http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/comment/faith/article3292032.ece http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml;jsessionid=R2JSFMMDOM1ERQFIQMGSFF4AVCBQWIV0?xml=/news/2008/02/02/nbishop102.xml German convicted of helping al-Qaida in Iraq to appeal sentence - Redouane El Habhab http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/01/europe/EU-GEN-Germany-Terror-Trial.php (Canada) Harkat, accused of al-Qaeda links, freed for weekend http://www.cbc.ca/canada/ottawa/story/2008/02/01/ot-harkat-080201.html (Russia and China) Analysis: Jihad in Asia -- Georg Thamm book warns warns not to ignore the Islamist terrorism in China and Russia http://www.upi.com/International_Security/Emerging_Threats/Analysis/2008/02/01/analysis_jihad_in_asia/5854/ Other News: (Afghanistan) Malalai Joya: My country is using Islamic law to erode the rights of women http://canadiandimension.com/articles/2008/02/01/1577/ (India J&K) Kashmir Muslims warn against Valentine's Day celebrations http://www.dailystaregypt.com/article.aspx?ArticleID=11586 (U.S.) Obama: US should conduct direct talks with Syria and Iran http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1201523805128&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (U.S.) MoveOn Endorses Obama, Pledges to Mobilize on Feb. 5 http://youdecide08.foxnews.com/2008/02/01/moveon-endorses-obama-pledges-to-mobilize-on-feb-5/ http://moveon.org/press/pr/obamaendorsementrelease.html Third undersea Internet cable cut in Mideast http://www.cnn.com/2008/WORLD/meast/02/01/internet.outage/index.html?iref=mpstoryview February 1, 2008 Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Iraq) At least 68 dead in Baghdad market bombs -- Two female suicide bombers kept bombs under Islamist abaya robes - blew up pet bazaar and bird market http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080201/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq_080119205340;_ylt=AsC1iOlAp.Xm87GpLGq07A9X6GMA Iraq market bombers called mentally disabled -- women's explosive belts detonated by remote control http://www.cnn.com/2008/WORLD/meast/02/01/iraq.main/index.html (Iraq) US seeks deal for broad goals in Iraq http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080201/ap_on_go_ca_st_pe/us_iraq (Afghanistan) Taliban shifts tactics in Afghanistan -- Suicide bombings becoming random http://www.boston.com/news/world/asia/articles/2008/02/01/taliban_shifts_tactics_in_afghanistan/ (Afghanistan) US strategy on Taliban attacked http://www.ft.com/cms/s/0/e61e20ca-d034-11dc-9309-0000779fd2ac.html?nclick_check=1 (Afghanistan) Germany: Berlin Rejects Washington Call for Troops on Taliban Front http://www.spiegel.de/international/germany/0,1518,532576,00.html Afghanistan still in trouble: U.S. Assistant Secretary of State for South Asian Affairs Richard Boucher http://www.dawn.com/2008/02/01/top16.htm (Pakistan) Suicide bomber kills six in northwest Pakistan -- near Mir Ali - Pakistani security force checkpost in the North Waziristan tribal region http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/February/subcontinent_February27.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= Pakistan strike ends lean time in al Qaeda hunt http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080201/us_nm/pakistan_qaeda_dc_2;_ylt=AoEwdocrho.aRkTCMXuTzPITv5UB Pakistan air strike bodies buried, Qaeda death not confirmed: army -- Pakistan army says impossible to confirm Abu al-Laith al-Libi death -- Islamist website reported his death http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080201/wl_sthasia_afp/afghanistanunrestusqaedapakistan_080201054938;_ylt=AuObVv4bGJ4FG7zWZ8Qvs.7OVooA Pakistan security officer: "We think al-Libi died in the missile attack" http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080201/wl_sthasia_afp/afghanistanunrestqaedapakistan_080201131007;_ylt=AgjV0SkEDe6ksOU0BeErSYfzPukA (Pakistan) Taliban take a hit, but the fight goes on -- role of Abu al-Laith al-Libi within Taliban http://www.atimes.com/atimes/South_Asia/JB02Df03.html (Pakistan) Three commanders, 5 militants surrender in Swat http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\02\01\story_1-2-2008_pg7_41 (Pakistan) Six injured in blast; pylons blown up - in Quetta http://www.dawn.com/2008/02/01/top11.htm (Pakistan) Governance system in NWFP, Tribal Areas heading towards collapse: Ghani http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\02\01\story_1-2-2008_pg7_17 Pakistan successfully test-fires nuclear missile http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1066812 http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1833685117 (U.S.) Commentary: A defining moment - by Diana West http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080201/EDITORIAL04/676370302 -- Andrew Cochran January 29 posting referenced http://counterterrorismblog.org/2008/01/so_now_president_bush_wont_cal.php (U.S.) Connecticut: Judge rules 'coded talk' by ex-sailor Hassan Abu-Jihaad in terror case admissible http://kvoa.com/Global/story.asp?S=7803226&nav=HMO6 (U.S.) Massachusetts: Federal judge won't bail 3 men in Jihad charity case -- Care International tax and conspiracy case http://www.thedailyitemoflynn.com/articles/2008/02/01/news/news07.txt -- see Andrew Cochran January 11 posting http://counterterrorismblog.org/2008/01/us_government_wins_a_terrorism.php (U.S.) Guantanamo Bay: Afghan detainee to get US military trial -- Mohammed Jawad accused of hurling grenade at U.S. soldiers http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/February/subcontinent_February2.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (U.S.) Bush signs brief extension of anti-terrorism law -- Protect America Act http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080131/pl_nm/bush_security_dc (U.S.) Report: Military not ready for WMD strike -- Commission on National Guard cites troop, equipment, training shortages http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/22935996/ http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2008/01/31/AR2008013101833.html http://www.cnn.com/2008/US/02/01/guarding.america.ap/index.html (U.S.) 15 More Cities on Homeland Security Terror-Risk List http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,327309,00.html (Iran) French defense minister says Iran still pursuing nuclear arms http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080201/wl_mideast_afp/usfranceirannucleardiplomacy_080201085956;_ylt=Arb3oWs0ZGKQnZRU5q0rqJJSw60A 'Iran sanctions resolution long overdue' http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1201867274748&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Iran) Ahmadinejad sees nuclear energy in Iran by 2009 http://www.iht.com/articles/2008/01/31/africa/31iran.php Egypt: 12 armed Palestinians arrested -- planned Sinai attack against Israeli tourists http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1201523808389&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Gaza crossing tightened as Egypt-Hamas talks begin http://afp.google.com/article/ALeqM5gxqEnbZqLAqvXQERJK3f7w_dUR1g Saudi jails aim to tackle terror - another report on Saudi "re-education" program http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/middle_east/7220797.stm (Mauritania) Gunmen attack Israeli embassy in Mauritania http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080201/wl_afp/mauritaniaisraelattack_080201104636;_ylt=AgaYTUoEY1ULBKKOmqoKxNcTv5UB (Mauritania) Al-Qaeda urged attack on Israeli embassy in Mauritania: IntelCenter http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080201/wl_mideast_afp/mauritaniaisraelattackqaeda_080201072950;_ylt=AqE88DgIhNBeqYoH2DKWZWkTv5UB (Canada) Accused terrorist waged campaign online, RCMP says -- Quebec resident Said Namouh allegedly plotted foreign attack http://www.thestar.com/News/Canada/article/299470 (Canada) Quebecker dreamed of becoming a martyr, Crown says in bomb-plot trial http://www.theglobeandmail.com/servlet/story/LAC.20080201.NAMOUH01/TPStory/National (Canada) Lawyer calls videos seized from Quebec terror suspect poor evidence -- Said Namouh http://www.nationalpost.com/news/canada/story.html?id=277591 (Canada) Battle continues over anti-terror measures in legal, political arenas -- Adil Charkaoui and Mohamed Harkat http://canadianpress.google.com/article/ALeqM5hjBd7ToX6lGw6Z-0PV0CouAlejCg Spanish Police Find Suspected ETA Explosives Cache http://www.nasdaq.com/aspxcontent/NewsStory.aspx?cpath=20080131%5cACQDJON200801311231DOWJONESDJONLINE000865.htm& (Spain) Forty-kilo bomb found in Vizcaya thought to have been left by ETA http://www.expatica.com/es/articles/news/Forty_kilo-bomb-found-in-Vizcaya-thought-to-have-been-left-by-ETA.html French police release ETA suspect http://nz.news.yahoo.com/080131/5/3sxu.html Kyrgyzstan Probing Radioactive Cargo Bound for Iran http://www.planetark.org/dailynewsstory.cfm/newsid/46734/story.htm IRA fugitive arrested after 24 years on the run http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml;jsessionid=VMA05N51HE4Q1QFIQMGSFF4AVCBQWIV0?xml=/news/2008/02/01/wira101.xml (Indonesia) Muslim militants jailed for terrorism in Indonesia -- jail sentences of eight to ten years to six Muslim militants for committing acts of terrorism, includes Maulana Yusuf Wibisono (aka Kholis) of Jemaah Islamiyah (JI) http://www.straitstimes.com/Latest%2BNews/Asia/STIStory_202494.html (Australia) Jihadist Hicks courts story bidders http://www.theaustralian.news.com.au/story/0,25197,23141597-601,00.html (Thailand) 8 suspected insurgents arrested in Narathiwat http://www.nationmultimedia.com/breakingnews/read.php?newsid=30064128 Philippines: Islamic separatist groups to forge closer ties -- Moro National Liberation Front (MNLF) and Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Politics/?id=1.0.1833634902 Sri Lanka troops, Tamil Tigers clash in north -- killing 28 rebels http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080201/wl_sthasia_afp/srilankaunrest;_ylt=A9G_RoNGHKNHzIABDhVvaA8F Sri Lanka won't stop till rebel war ends http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080201/FOREIGN/87291546/1003 (North Korea) US, partners prod North Korea to make full nuclear declaration http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080201/wl_afp/usnkoreaskoreanuclearpolitics_080201004455;_ylt=AnJoVtMEOhuqO907ZaU4fLOCscEA Report: North Korea completes 8 disablement measures http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080201/ap_on_re_as/koreas_nuclear_2;_ylt=AgUbhZXwHztbAGSC32IoWleCscEA Colombia's rebels: A fading force? http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/world/americas/7217817.stm (Columbia) March Against FARC http://www.bernama.com/bernama/v3/news_lite.php?id=311686 Other News: (U.S.) Abuse of U.S. Muslim Women Is Greater Than Reported, Advocacy Groups Say http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,327187,00.html (Egypt) 'No one leaves Islam,' judge rules -- Egyptian court bans convert to Christianity from changing ID card http://www.wnd.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=59985 (Canada) 'Islamic banking deceptive and not interest-free' http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\02\01\story_1-2-2008_pg7_10 Turkish university deans warn lifting ban on Islamic head scarf would threaten secularism http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/02/01/europe/EU-GEN-Turkey-Head-Scarf.php Iraqi Deputy PM: Extremists abuse democratic freedoms http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/01/iraqi-deputy-pm-extremists-abuse.html (UK) Advisory group will enocurage Muslim women to play bigger role in society http://www.theasiannews.co.uk/news/s/1034733_advisory_group_will_enocurage_muslim_women_to_play_bgiger_role_in_society UK: Halal cosmetics http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/02/uk-halal-cosmetics.html (U.S.) Movie fans flock to patriotic, moral shows http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=59980 Russia sends 12 bomber jets to Atlantic, Arctic http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080201/wl_nm/russia_bombers_dc_1;_ylt=Agli4wBaU65ltynymSlq_zl_5GIA (UK) Tesco bomb hoaxer jailed http://icwales.icnetwork.co.uk/news/south-wales-news/port-talbot/2008/01/31/tesco-bomb-hoaxer-jailed-91466-20407825/ January 31, 2008 PM Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Pakistan) Sources: Top Al Qaeda terrorist killed -- CNN reports Western official that Libyan Abu Laith al-Libbi reported killed -- Islamist Web sites acknowledge Abu Laith al-Libi's death http://www.cnn.com/2008/US/01/31/alqaeda.death/index.html (Pakistan) Abu Laith Al-Libi, Top Al Qaeda and Libyan Islamic Fighting Group Figure, Killed in Waziristan Airstrike -- by Andrew Cochran http://counterterrorismblog.org/2008/01/abu_laith_allibi_top_al_qaeda.php Pakistan: US intelligence agents 'uncover Bin Laden letters' http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1829948965 (Pakistan) Washington fears militants plotting devastating attack in West http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\01\31\story_31-1-2008_pg1_6 Iraqi forces detain militants -- affiliated with the Ansar al-Sunna militant organization in Kirkuk http://www.upi.com/International_Security/Emerging_Threats/Briefing/2008/01/31/iraqi_forces_detain_militants/1513/ (Afghanistan) U.S. writes to NATO states for troops for Afghanistan http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080131/pl_nm/afghan_usa_germany_dc_2;_ylt=AniG65rMSkVFCVHefvMxpWPOVooA (U.S.) Did a Federal Court Leave Terrorism Victims Out in the Cold? -- by Andrew Cochran http://counterterrorismblog.org/2008/01/did_a_federal_court_leave_terr_1.php (U.S.) Homeland Security adds US cities, regions to terrorism high-risk list http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/31/america/NA-GEN-US-Security-Grants.php http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080131/ap_on_go_ca_st_pe/security_grants (U.S.) South Carolina Pipe Bomb Case: FBI: Egyptian students charged with carrying 'bombs' actually had fireworks http://www.kvia.com/Global/story.asp?S=7804472 Women's Forums on Islamist Websites - Tools For Preparing Women to Carry Out Jihad and Suicide Operations http://www.memri.org/bin/latestnews.cgi?ID=IA41908 Yemen: Al-Qaeda fighting rebels 'at government's request' http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1830285308 Algeria says smaller rebel cells test terror hunt http://africa.reuters.com/top/news/usnBAN144708.html Algeria: Group behind UN bomb dismantled http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080131/ap_on_re_af/algeria_bombings Algeria hits out at UN 'interference' over Al-Qaeda http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080131/wl_africa_afp/mideastsecurityattacksalgeriatunisiaun_080131182111;_ylt=Atye.UxIOajvZNpVwypJRF16CC8A (Canada) Charkaoui pleased with Supreme Court hearing -- Adil Charkaoui accused of being an al-Qaeda sleeper agent http://www.cbc.ca/canada/ottawa/story/2008/01/31/scoc-charkaoui.html Canadian prime minister tells Gordon Brown Canada will end Afghan mission without NATO help http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/31/america/NA-GEN-Canada-Britian-Afghanistan.php (Denmark) Secret CIA flights to Greenland reported http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080131/ap_on_re_eu/denmark_cia_flights (Netherlands) Iran Invites Islamic Ambassadors to Wilders Meeting http://www.nisnews.nl/public/010208_2.htm (UK) Engineering: the degree of choice for terrorists? http://blogs.guardian.co.uk/mortarboard/2008/01/engineering_the_choice_of_the.html (Philippines) PNP eyeing terror attack in General Santos City blast http://newsinfo.inquirer.net/breakingnews/regions/view/20080131-116009/PNP-eyeing-terror-attack-in-General-Santos-City-blast (North Korea) US envoy holds talks in NKorea http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080131/wl_asia_afp/nkoreanuclearweaponsus_080131204119;_ylt=AjXmNeOetqK0Ob5NAbYcd.iCscEA Commentary: Yet Another Troubling Terror Trial -- by Joel Mowbray http://www.townhall.com/columnists/JoelMowbray/2008/01/31/yet_another_troubling_terror_trial Commentary: How jihad went freelance http://www.economist.com/books/displaystory.cfm?story_id=10601243 Other News: (U.S.) LGF: DNC Appoints Islamist to Convention Committee -- Pakistan-born Iman Malik Mujahid of Sound Vision Foundation http://littlegreenfootballs.com/weblog/?entry=28792&only&rss http://www.indiawest.com/view.php?subaction=showfull&id=1201202364&archive=&start_from=&ucat=11 -- Islamists making Inroads with DNC http://misskelly.typepad.com/miss_kelly_/2008/01/islamists-makin.html -- Abdul Malik Mujahid: CIOGC chairman publishes "Commanders of the Muslim Army" Jihad book -Council of Islamic Organizations of Greater Chicago gets funding to help Muslims become American citizens http://www.militantislammonitor.org/article/id/414 U.S. sells Syria dual-use tech that could be used by Iran http://www.worldtribune.com/worldtribune/WTARC/2008/ss_syria_01_30.asp January 31, 2008 Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (U.S.) Commentary: The War Against Jihadism -- Why can't we call the enemy by its name? by George Weigel http://www.newsweek.com/id/105583 (Iraq) Car bomb in Shiite area in Baghdad kills 5; rocket attack strikes British in Basra http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/31/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq.php http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080131/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq_violence_1;_ylt=ArPonCmC33YJZJv.Bx8n0n1X6GMA (Iraq) Troop buildup in Mosul in preparation for big offensive http://www.earthtimes.org/articles/show/181027,troop-buildup-in-mosul-in-preparation-for-big-offensive.html (Iraq) U.S. troops exposed to chlorine gas - while destroying an al Qaeda explosives cache http://www.washingtontimes.com/article/20080131/FOREIGN/926048004/1003 (Afghanistan) Suicide blast in mosque kills Afghan deputy governor - and 5 others - in Lashkar Gah in Helmand province http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080131/wl_sthasia_afp/afghanistanunrest_080131114918;_ylt=AkEmsRSDvt..nxMWIN55g0_OVooA (Afghanistan) Protesters condemn Afghan reporter's death sentence http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/January/subcontinent_January1028.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (Pakistan) U.S. missile strike in Pakistan hit al Qaeda nest -- killed up to 13 in North Waziristan - targeted second or third tier al Qaeda leaders http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080131/wl_nm/pakistan_qaeda_dc_1;_ylt=AruEkQpVKxwQMjbLmcQ12W_zPukA (Pakistan) Explosion in southwestern Pakistan wounds three people -- bicycle bomb outside antiterrorism court in Baluchistan http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1066533 (Pakistan) Five 'Taliban' arrested in Zhob http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\01\31\story_31-1-2008_pg7_27 (Pakistan) Wazir tribesmen wary of Uzbek militants' return to South Waziristan -- Afghan Taliban negotiating truce between Maulvi Nazir and pro-Uzbek foes http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\01\31\story_31-1-2008_pg7_1 (Pakistan) Bomb explodes near Pakistan Air Force bus in Islamabad -- no injuries http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/World/Pakistan/Bomb_explodes_near_Pakistan_Air_Force_bus_in_Islamabad/articleshow/2745550.cms (Pakistan) Bhutto killing: PPP, PML demand UN-led probe http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/World/Pakistan/Bhutto_killing_PPP_PML_demand_UN-led_probe/articleshow/2746705.cms (India) Hassan Ali likely to have terror links http://www.ndtv.com/convergence/ndtv/story.aspx?id=NEWEN20080039938&ch=1/31/2008%209:44:00%20AM (India J&K) Militant hideouts busted in Jammu and Kashmir - in Reasi and Doda districts http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Top_Headlines/Militant_hideouts_busted_in_Jammu_and_Kashmir/articleshow/2746142.cms (India) Maoists kill sarpanch in Chhattisgarh - 70 armed Maoists kill village leader http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/India/Maoists_kill_sarpanch_in_Chhattisgarh/articleshow/2746481.cms (India) Maoist leader Reddy arrested in Orissa http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/India/Maoist_leader_Reddy_arrested_in_Orissa/articleshow/2746734.cms (Bangladesh) Court in Bangladesh sentences 7 Islamic militants to life in prison for 2005 bombings -- members of Jumatul Mujahedeen Bangladesh group http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/31/asia/AS-GEN-Bangladesh-Islamic-Militant.php (U.S.) IPT News: Former Islamic Association for Palestine (IAP) President Indicted For Naturalization Fraud - indictment defines the IAP as "an overt arm of the covert organization known as the Muslim Brotherhood" http://www.investigativeproject.org/article/593 (U.S.) Department of Homeland Security's funds bring Islamist sympathizers to Tufts -- Tufts student complains of MPAC's Edina Lekovic, former managed editor for UCLA's radical Islamic newspaper Al-Talib http://media.www.tuftsdaily.com/media/storage/paper856/news/2008/01/31/OpEd/Department.Of.Homeland.Securitys.Funds.Bring.Islamist.Sympathizers.To.Tufts-3179938.shtml -- see Steven Emerson May 30, 2007 CTB posting http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/05/ms_lekovica_dozen_printing_mis.php -- and related video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eBJpATzUOnw (U.S.) Official: U.S. enemies 'eating our lunch' online - State Dept nominee James Glassman testifies Al Qaeda winning allies on Internet - says U.S. must overturn misconceptions http://edition.cnn.com/2008/POLITICS/01/30/internet.pr.failure/index.html (Gaza) Israeli soldiers kill armed man in Gaza: army http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2008/January/middleeast_January471.xml§ion=middleeast&col= (Gaza) Palestinian Fatah fighters attack Israeli outpost http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1066538 Gaza Strip: UN warns border crisis threatens peace efforts http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1829582711 Egypt: Palestinians with explosive belts arrested in Taba (update) http://www.ansamed.info/en/news/ME03.YAM16332.html Moroccan court postpones high-profile trial of 26 terrorist suspects, including Swede http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/31/africa/AF-GEN-Morocco-Terrorism-Trial.php (Yemen) Senior Al-Qaeda In Yemen Operative: We Could Strike Tourists http://www.thememriblog.org/blog_personal/en/4959.htm Kyrgyz authorities arrest alleged member of al-Qaida linked regional Islamic group http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/31/asia/AS-GEN-Kyrgyzstan-Extremism.php (UK) Half-trained troops to fight the Taliban http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/uk/article3279578.ece http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1066576 (Canada) Bangladeshi-Canadian: Killing Canadians 'best way': student http://www.nationalpost.com/news/story.html?id=272528 Philippine troops kill Muslim militant -- Abu Sayyaf commander Wahab Upao allegedly gunned down a Roman Catholic priest in a raid on a school http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080131/ap_on_re_as/philippines_slain_priest (Philippines) Bali bomb suspect eludes capture -- hunting Dulmatin http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,23141875-23109,00.html (Sri Lanka) Suicide bomber kills 4 in Sri Lanka - in northern Jaffna peninsula http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/January/subcontinent_January1023.xml§ion=subcontinent (Cambodia) U.S. FBI chief lauds Cambodia for its role in 'war on terror' http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080131/pl_afp/cambodiauspolicefbi (Europe) Hunt launched for 'dirty bomb' ingredients -- Search on after Russia warns of increased uranium trafficking http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=59956 Other News: (U.S.) Obama to hold Muslim moot if elected -- wants to organize a summit of the Muslim world if he makes it to the White House http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\01\31\story_31-1-2008_pg7_6 http://www.middle-east-online.com/english/?id=24129 (U.S.) Arab nations eye control of U.S. companies -- Ready to move with $1.7 trillion in windfall profits from oil-price spike http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=59969 (UK) Muslim schools to conduct own inspections http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml;jsessionid=KE3MUQTKEWGPHQFIQMGSFGGAVCBQWIV0?xml=/news/2008/01/31/nschools131.xml Denmark: Moderate imams answer to prison radicalization http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/01/denmark-moderate-imams-answer-to-prison.html (Netherlands) Delft: Mohammed cartoon removed from university site http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/01/delft-mohammed-cartoon-removed-from.html http://www.telegraaf.nl/binnenland/3162323/_Cartoon_Mohammed_verwijderd__.html (Belgium) Flanders: State Security Service prevents recognition of two mosques http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/01/flanders-state-security-service.html (Malaysia) Global rights group calls for abolition of strict Malaysian security law http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/31/asia/AS-GEN-Malaysia-Security-Law.php (India) Intellectuals concerned over Taslima Nasreen's health http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/India/Intellectuals_concerned_over_Taslima_Nasreens_health/articleshow/2746703.cms (U.S.) Former Iraqi intelligence officer testifies against LA man http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1201523795970&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Against Nazi News: (Russia) Wave of attacks on Jews in Russia http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080131/ap_on_re_eu/russia_hate_crimes_1;_ylt=AkVzj2hw5wi4jNC_lRAs8Rl_5GIA Russia: 3 anti-Semitic attacks reported Men paint swastikas on synagogue walls; anti-Jewish slogans scrawled on Holocaust memorial. http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1201523800659&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Germany) Memorial to homosexuals killed by Nazis to open soon in Berlin http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/31/europe/EU-GEN-Germany-Holocaust-Memorials.php January 30, 2008 PM Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Iraq) Seven people killed in four bomb blasts in capital http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1066461 (Iraq) Mosul to be "cleansed" of al Qaeda: Iraq http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080130/ts_nm/iraq_dc_14;_ylt=AsBbEF2VBb1BsKS3xg5knLBX6GMA (Iraq) Hidden killers driving Al-Qaeda recruitment http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,23136032-2,00.html (Iraq) U.S. to Expand Outposts Across Baghdad by 30% http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2008/01/29/AR2008012903639.html?hpid=sec-world Iraq: Turkish warplanes 'resume airstrikes' http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1825931294 (Afghanistan) Tailban decapitate four, kill three others in Afghanistan -- behead 4 roadworkers abducted a week ago http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080130/wl_sthasia_afp/afghanistanunrest_080130160842;_ylt=AhtYb_3PNpF9B_6yqk1wdg_OVooA Afghanistan: Taliban did not kidnap US aid worker, says spokesman http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1826675917 (Afghanistan) US ambassador questions Iranian interests in Afghanistan http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080130/pl_afp/afghanistaniranuspolitics_080130152258;_ylt=AptAu6B1RuIVl8OqYSRAKAjOVooA Afghanistan: New U.S. Report Warns Of Deteriorating International Support http://www.rferl.org/featuresarticle/2008/1/D02E58F5-151A-4FB5-9FEF-64D05133151C.html -- Entire report http://www.thepresidency.org/pubs/Afghan_Study_Group_final.pdf -- Highlights http://www.thepresidency.org/pubs/Afghan_Study_Group_highlights.pdf (Pakistan) Terror Leader Killed in Missile Strike? U.S. Official Confirms Attack Was Aimed at One Particular AQ Leader - Pak intelligence says was "high-value" al Qaeda target http://abcnews.go.com/Blotter/story?id=4216033&page=1 (Pakistan) Captured militant planned to hit Pakistan elections: officials http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080130/wl_asia_afp/pakistanafghanistanunrest_080130163628;_ylt=AtNm2VZqDiC_IhHejGKdVkTzPukA Pakistan: Shari'a Courts Spark Fears Of 'Taliban-Like State' On Afghan Border http://www.rferl.org/featuresarticle/2008/01/a8cb1bb3-ea9b-4907-a75c-cb1ec19fb5a0.html (Pakistan) U.S. aims to turn hostile Pakistani tribes friendly http://abcnews.go.com/International/wireStory?id=4216944 (India J&K) Police say 4 rebels killed in gunbattle in Indian Kashmir http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/30/asia/AS-GEN-Kashmir-Rebels-Killed.php (U.S.) Plea for new sentence in NY terror case - prosecutors state Lynne Stewart received a "slap on the wrist" http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080130/ap_on_re_us/terror_trial_1;_ylt=AqdO6pVeo151KhRn9OZL_i4Tv5UB (U.S.) Attorney general, lawmakers clash on torture http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080130/pl_nm/security_usa_waterboarding_dc_6;_ylt=AoI1nD3aYcH2KCffxaZ8dFcTv5UB Commentary: Qaradawi and U.S. Organizations? -- by Douglas Farah http://counterterrorismblog.org/2008/01/qaradawi_and_us_organizations.php (Iran) 'Filthy' Israel's days are numbered - Iran http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,23133989-2,00.html (Lebanon) Jamestown Foundation: Al-Qaeda and Fatah al-Islam Launch New Series of Attacks in Lebanon http://www.jamestown.org/news_details.php?news_id=302 Egyptian Islamists use Gaza to weaken Mubarak http://www.newsday.com/news/nationworld/world/ny-woegyp295555804jan29,0,6162816.story (Algeria) Al-Qaeda Maghreb group claims Algeria bombing http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080130/wl_africa_afp/algeriaattacksqaedaclaim_080130161642;_ylt=AiJQ9sic6UBENICcKYjkkzh6CC8A Yemen's Deals With Jihadists Unsettle the U.S. http://www.nytimes.com/2008/01/28/world/middleeast/28qaeda.html?_r=3&th&emc=th&oref=slogin&oref=slogin&oref=slogin (Kenya) US envoy cites ethnic cleansing in Kenya http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080130/ap_on_re_af/kenya_election_violence (UK) British man charged with two terrorism offenses -- Nathan Worrell http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/30/europe/EU-GEN-Britain-Terror-Charge.php (UK) Scotland: Experts warns of terrorism threat http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/scotland/edinburgh_and_east/7217425.stm (UK) Britain's MI6 warned al-Qaida intelligence could be lost over Saudi Arabia investigation http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/29/europe/EU-GEN-Britain-Intelligence.php (Australia) Mosque group 'in a line to jihad' -- Sydney's Sefton mosque http://www.theaustralian.news.com.au/story/0,25197,23135644-5001561,00.html (Australia) Hidden War on Australia - New.com.au site on online world of Islamic extremists http://www.news.com.au/online-jihad (Philippines) Bomb explosion at fish plant in southern Philippines kills 3, injures 27 http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/30/asia/AS-GEN-Philippines-Explosion.php (Nepal) Bombs disrupt political rally in southern Nepal, 45 wounded http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/30/asia/AS-GEN-Nepal-Bomb-Blasts.php Other News: (Malaysia) Ministry Bans 11 Books About Islam http://www.bernama.com.my/bernama/v3/news.php?id=311031 (Malaysia) Ethnic anger on the rise in Malaysia http://www.iht.com/articles/2008/01/30/asia/malay.php Commentary: Stirring the Hate? by Bill Roggio http://www.weeklystandard.com/weblogs/TWSFP/2008/01/stirring_the_hate_1.asp (Israel) 'Intimidation forces' work to divide Jerusalem -- Palestinians create intel apparatus to thwart property sales to Jews http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=59948 EU: Security chief offers to ease Serb visa restrictions http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Politics/?id=1.0.1826728716 January 30, 2008 Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Iraq) TV Cameraman killed in Baghdad bomb attack -- in Balad http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080130/wl_nm/iraq_journalist_dc_1;_ylt=AoP3urvjP5qDADzV7qdHuJVX6GMA Iraq: Three children dead in bomb attack -- in Duluya area of Diyala province http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1822829712 (Iraq) Kirkuk district governor wounded, plan to prevent influx of terrorists http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1066249 (Afghanistan) Roadside bombs, suicide attack in Afghanistan kill 3 civilians, wound 9 others http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/30/asia/AS-GEN-Afghan-Violence.php Afghanistan's Senate endorses reporter's death sentence: official -- journalism student Perwiz Kambakhsh accused of blasphemy http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080130/wl_afp/afghanistanmediareligion_080130102552;_ylt=AsGDtphfOxNE5ZBkJCNBzoLOVooA http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/January/subcontinent_January986.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= Study: Afghanistan could fail as a state http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080130/ap_on_go_ot/us_afghanistan_11;_ylt=AnXZm3FCfuvcB5Be.hWoTFvOVooA (Afghanistan) Six years after invasion, Taliban is on the rise http://www.usatoday.com/news/world/2008-01-29-Kabul_N.htm (Afghanistan) U.S. at odds with NATO over troops for Afghanistan http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080129/ts_nm/afghanistan_dc_1;_ylt=Am0tgG11S9F_YPpkqVO_j6rOVooA (Afghanistan) More foreign troops not answer for Afghanistan: Karzai http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/January/subcontinent_January989.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (Pakistan) Blast kills three suspected militants in Pakistan: police -- likely making bombs in Peshawar http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080130/wl_sthasia_afp/pakistanunrestnorthwestblast_080130081840;_ylt=Aps8gfDJ_6hMcwM3SGQ1TmfzPukA (Pakistan) Report: Bodies of 13 slain troops found in north-west Pakistan http://news.monstersandcritics.com/southasia/news/article_1389142.php/Report_Bodies_of_13_slain_troops_found_in_north-west_Pakistan MEMRI: Pakistani Taliban Emir By'atullah Mahsoud: We Will Destroy America and Britain, But Won't Use Nuclear Bombs http://memri.org/bin/latestnews.cgi?ID=SD183008 (Pakistan) Camera-shy Baitullah is "law" in Waziristan http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\01\30\story_30-1-2008_pg7_11 (Pakistan) Terror threat hitting home in Pakistan http://www.csmonitor.com/2008/0130/p01s04-wosc.html (Pakistan) Taliban gunmen walk free after school hostage attempt (my title) -- follow-up story http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2008/01/29/wpak129.xml Pakistani Taliban warlord arises as terrorist leader http://www.newspress.com/Top/Article/article.jsp?Section=WORLD&ID=565236031638864077 (Pakistan) Death sought for al-Qaeda suspects -- masterminded suicide bombing at Karachi US consulate http://www.thenews.com.pk/daily_detail.asp?id=93680 (Pakistan) Two rockets fired on Peshawar http://www.dawn.com/2008/01/30/top4.htm http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\01\30\story_30-1-2008_pg7_8 (Pakistan) Darra largely cleared of militants; arms seized http://www.dawn.com/2008/01/30/top3.htm (India) Police won't confirm youth's terror link http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Hyderabad/Cops_wont_confirm_youths_terror_link/articleshow/2741549.cms (U.S.) Lawmakers extend spy bill amid immunity fight http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080130/pl_nm/usa_congress_telecoms_dc (U.S.) Has the terror threat really gone away? Only 20% in Florida exit poll viewed terrorism as most important issue http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/thereporters/justinwebb/2008/01/has_the_terror_threat_really_g.html -- AP report on poll http://ap.google.com/article/ALeqM5jKQGmxj89vyXDiYDSNTLbKgEto-QD8UFTIA80 Iran approaching nuclear "peak": Ahmadinejad http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2008/January/middleeast_January455.xml§ion=middleeast&col= Iran Controversy at State Department -- Goli Ameri-Yazdi to be questioned on lobbying http://www.newsmax.com/timmerman/ameri-yazdi_iran/2008/01/29/68452.html Report: 'Egypt nabs terror cell in Sinai' http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1201523788535&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Gaza) Egypt seeks Gaza deal between Palestinians http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2008/January/middleeast_January456.xml§ion=middleeast (Gaza) Hamas: Palestinian factions to lobby Cairo http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080130/FOREIGN/228603908/1001 Palestinian president insists that Hamas must abide by international border agreement http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/30/africa/ME-GEN-Egypt-Palestinians.php (Gaza) Israel Court Upholds Gaza Sanctions http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/I/ISRAEL_PALESTINIANS?SITE=AP&SECTION=HOME&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT&CTIME=2008-01-30-07-54-14 (Canada) Algerian terror suspect arrested in shower: lawyer -- Mohamed Harkat http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080130/wl_canada_afp/canadaattacksarrest_080130005353;_ylt=AlseUXqH295kEu3KfH2BHHV6CC8A (Bosnia) Two people killed in bomb explosion in Bosnia -- Serb village of Pale http://www.earthtimes.org/articles/show/180416,two-people-killed-in-bomb-explosion-in-bosnia.htm (UK) Al Qaida 'data at plot man's house' -- Parviz Khan of beheading plot http://www.ananova.com/news/story/sm_2705775.html?menu= -- and -- (UK) Islamic extremist in soldier beheading plot 'kept anti-Western propaganda at home' http://www.dailymail.co.uk/pages/live/articles/news/news.html?in_article_id=511224&in_page_id=1770&ito=newsnow (UK) 9/11 accused loses final bid for freedom -- Farid Hilali being held while awaiting extradition to Spain has lost an appeal for his freedom at House of Lords http://business.timesonline.co.uk/tol/business/law/article3276616.ece#cid=OTC-RSS&attr=989864 (UK) Control order on British Muslim to be lifted -- Cerie Bullivant, British convert to Islam who MI5 believes is a security risk http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2008/01/29/ncontrol229.xml (UK) Al-Qaeda threatens wave of British attacks - update with more detail http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/uk/crime/article3276715.ece (UK) 'Few' Muslim anti-terror police http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/uk/7215431.stm (Indonesia) Bali bombers file second death row appeal http://www.bangkokpost.com/breaking_news/breakingnews.php?id=125586 Australian police chief calls for terror case blackout -- on Indian doctor Mohamed Haneef http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080130/india_nm/india316667_1;_ylt=Anjh5M0eM3bit57HP8lGP0YTv5UB (Thailand) Insurgents kill 2 Muslims in South -- in Yala and Pattani province http://www.bangkokpost.com/breaking_news/previousdetail.php?id=125577 (Philippines) Woman dead, four hurt as police, Muslim rebels clash in Philippines -- in the village of Lakiki http://news.monstersandcritics.com/asiapacific/news/article_1389123.php/Woman_dead_four_hurt_as_police_Muslim_rebels_clash_in_Philippines (Philippines) 5 soldiers killed, 6 wounded in clash with communist rebels in Philippines http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/30/asia/AS-GEN-Philippines-Communist-Rebels.php Sri Lankan troops overrun 25 rebel bunkers in fierce battle in north of country http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/30/asia/AS-GEN-Sri-Lanka-Civil-War.php Sri Lanka: Rebels blamed for bomb that kills 18 people http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1825589456 (India) Three Sri Lankans taken into custody in Tamil Nadu http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Top_Headlines/Three_Sri_Lankans_taken_into_custody_in_Tamil_Nadu/articleshow/2741542.cms (China) U.S. FBI director says Beijing Olympic Games will be terror-free http://afp.google.com/article/ALeqM5h3ET1rBBjEhoEiq-qdj3NqSshaWQ Other News: Europeans Think Islam Is Dangerous http://www.express.co.uk/posts/view/32867/Europeans-think-Islam-is-dangerous (Netherlands) Rotterdam: Labor Party representative wishes city would be openly Muslim http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/01/rotterdam-labor-party-representative.html -- Het Vrije Volk (Dutch) http://www.hetvrijevolk.com/?pagina=5293&titel=Maak_van_de_Euromast_een_minaret Netherlands: Hizb ut-Tahrir petition update http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/01/netherlands-hizb-ut-tahrir-petition.html Netherlands: More labor politicians sign Hizb ut-Tahrir petition http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/01/netherlands-more-labor-politicians-sign.html (Norway) Oslo: Muhammad most popular boy's name http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/01/oslo-muhammad-most-popular-boys-name.html Turkish military quiet on head scarves http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080130/ap_on_re_mi_ea/turkey_head_scarf_ban_8;_ylt=Am7UUHbLntlLohzS5lEsclntfLkA (Sweden) Muslim mums win discrimination appeal -- swimming pool attire http://www.thelocal.se/9808/20080129/ Malaysian govt using Islam to gain mileage in upcoming polls, says Mahathir http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/30/asia/AS-GEN-Malaysia-Mahathir-Islam.php (Egypt) Organization of Islamic Conference (OIC) Islamic conference calls for unifying ranks to confront challenges ahead http://news.xinhuanet.com/english/2008-01/30/content_7528729.htm Egyptian court refuses to rule in case of Muslim convert to Christianity http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/29/africa/ME-GEN-Egypt-Muslim-Convert.php (UK) Police probe Glasgow bride's death in Pakistan http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2008/01/30/wbride130.xml (U.S.) Beijing espionage poses 'No. 1' threat http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080130/NATION/767246283/1002/NATION Against Nazi News: Germany still wrestles with Adolf Hitler's legacy http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2008/01/30/wger130.xml&CMP=ILC-mostviewedbox January 29, 2008 PM Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com Pakistan: Top al-Qaeda suspect nabbed in south - Qasim Tori belongs to Jundullah, formed in South Waziristan and now under Baitullah Mehsud http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1822453577 (Pakistan) Security alert after "ISI tells Dawood to target Advani and Modi" http://www.indianexpress.com/story/266924.html (Pakistan) Five killed in Pakistan shoot-out - 2 police, 3 militants in Karachi http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/world/south_asia/7216195.stm Pakistani Taliban grows bolder, taking fight to doorstep of frontier city http://news.yahoo.com/s/mcclatchy/20080128/wl_mcclatchy/2830864;_ylt=AsH4lokG4Hohuczl7SZkil6s0NUE Afghan Taliban has no interest in fighting Islamabad (Spokesman disavows Baitullah Mehsud) http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1822698264 (India J&K) Kashmir rebels not to use guns to force election boycott: report - Syed Salahudin heads Hizbul Mujahedin http://ca.news.yahoo.com/s/afp/080129/world/india_kashmir_unrest_vote India hopes to unravel rebel group network - Arrest of suspected leader could help unravel Harkat-ul-Jihad-e-Islami network http://www.upi.com/International_Security/Emerging_Threats/Briefing/2008/01/29/india_hopes_to_unravel_rebel_group_network/9111/ Hizbullah deputy chief threatens to kidnap more IDF soldiers http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1201523787096&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (U.S.) Collateral Damage: Surveillance Aimed at Terrorists Can Easily Go Awry http://www.cqpolitics.com/wmspage.cfm?parm1=5&docID=hsnews-000002661145 Somalia: Insurgents Kill 2 Police in Sneak Attack http://allafrica.com/stories/200801290930.html Somalia is worst humanitarian crisis- UN official http://africa.reuters.com/wire/news/usnL29531512.html (France) Police arrest leading ETA member in France http://sg.news.yahoo.com/rtrs/20080130/twl-uk-eta-arrest-bd5ae06.html (Sri Lanka) Rebels say children killed in bombing as Sri Lanka toll mounts http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080129/wl_afp/srilankaunresttoll_080129154630;_ylt=AhaeaNPgrZf1L4NWUh99Fsis0NUE (Columbia) Chavez's Favorite Pariahs - by Douglas Farah http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2008/01/25/AR2008012502765.html Bin Laden urged by his son to end explosions http://news.xinhuanet.com/english/2008-01/29/content_7521836.htm Commentary: "So Now President Bush Won't Call It "Islamic" Terrorism or Extremism?" -- by Andrew Cochran http://counterterrorismblog.org/2008/01/so_now_president_bush_wont_cal.php January 29, 2008 Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Iraq) Triple explosion in Baghdad injures 18 people - IED near police patrol, other bombs in Karradah district and in central Baghdad http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1065875 (Iraq) Car bomb targets US patrol, kills Iraqi -- in Mosul http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080129/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq_080119205321;_ylt=AqixiU2gbkGoess15WGmK1pX6GMA Iraqi police find remains, heads of 19 executed men -- in Diyala http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080129/wl_afp/iraqunrest_080129130240;_ylt=AiWxH87dKJvlS1f9UxyMbOhX6GMA (Pakistan) Missile kills 12 militants in Pakistan -- in Khushali Torikhel, a village in North Waziristan -- also hundreds of students protested Pakistan's support for the U.S.-led war on terror http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080129/ap_on_re_as/pakistan_13;_ylt=AkQssWSGH8j7dAaZlmKRfmnzPukA (Pakistan) Militants attack paramilitary camp in Pakistan - wounding 7 soldiers http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1065870 -- also AP reports militants kill one, wound four at paramilitary camp in North Waziristan http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080129/ap_on_re_as/pakistan_13;_ylt=AkQssWSGH8j7dAaZlmKRfmnzPukA (Pakistan) Suspect in Bhutto case identifies bomber -- who blew himself up near her car http://story.irishsun.com/index.php/ct/9/cid/2411cd3571b4f088/id/322699/cs/1/ (U.S.) Judge's views in Padilla case seemed to waver http://www.newspress.com/Top/Article/article.jsp?Section=NATIONAL&ID=565235481883050107 -- see Jeffrey Imm January 22 posting http://counterterrorismblog.org/2008/01/jose_padilla_news_summary.php "UNHRC endorsed Arab charter with anti-Semitic provisions" -- Commissioner welcomed ratification of Arab Charter of Human Rights - equating Zionism with racism http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1201523785035&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Arab_Charter_on_Human_Rights http://www.pogar.org/themes/reforms/documents/dacharter.pdf Iran: A 'duty' for Muslims to attack the West, says editor -- follow-up AKI report on Hossein Shariatmadari threats http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Politics/?id=1.0.1821628560 http://memri.org/bin/latestnews.cgi?ID=SD182808 Iran sanctions vote at U.N. seen weeks away http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080129/wl_nm/iran_sanctions_un_dc_3;_ylt=AiU8x0gxlhafveOgyxIDU_1Sw60A (Lebanon) Shiite Cleric warns of more Beirut unrest http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080128/ap_on_re_mi_ea/lebanon_protest_10;_ylt=AijIye2ZK8RM_DSbENfnNk7agGIB Algeria: Car bomb kills at least three - in Thenia http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1821832337 http://africa.reuters.com/top/news/usnBAN935389.html (West Bank) Israeli soldiers kill jihadist teen, Palestinians say http://edition.cnn.com/2008/WORLD/meast/01/28/bethlehem.violence/ (Gaza) Der Spiegel: Graveyard Shift for Islamic Jihad - A Visit to a Gaza Rocket Factory -- fertilizer for Gaza rocket fuel comes from Israel http://www.spiegel.de/international/world/0,1518,531578,00.html Egypt: Border with Gaza nearly closed http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1821700317 (Israel) IDF arrests Islamic Jihad Bethlehem head http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1201523781855&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (UK) Plotters wanted to kill British soldier 'like a pig' - UK Jihadist ringleader Parviz Khan and three others admitted to plot to kidnap and behead a British Muslim soldier http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml;jsessionid=SVP5QOJGZD3A3QFIQMFCFFWAVCBQYIV0?xml=/news/2008/01/29/nkidnap229.xml http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/uk/crime/article3269848.ece http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/22893368/ http://www.newspress.com/Top/Article/article.jsp?Section=WORLD&ID=565235516241741142 (Australia) New crop of Jihadis is 'set to step up' http://www.news.com.au/mercury/story/0,22884,23117991-421,00.html?from=public_rss (North Korea) U.S. envoy wants North Korea to release nuclear list http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080129/wl_nm/korea_north_envoy_dc_1;_ylt=Argk2GUhMDX2QDeRiVQp4u2CscEA Other News: (U.S.) Obama aide wants talks with terrorists -- Robert Malley -- Foreign adviser's 'anti-Israel policies,' sympathy for Hamas, raise concerns http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=59930 -- "Making the Best of Hamas' Victory" - by Robert Malley http://www.commongroundnews.org/article.php?id=1508&lan=en&sid=0&sp=0 -- International Crisis Group biography http://www.crisisgroup.org/home/index.cfm?id=1317&l=1 -- Barack Obama Foreign Policy Advisers http://www.sourcewatch.org/index.php?title=Barack_Obama/campaign_team#Foreign_policy_advisers (U.S.) West Virginia Mayor Uses Magazine to Prove Identity to Airport Security http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,326152,00.html January 28, 2008 PM Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Iraq) 5 US soldiers killed in northern Iraq -- in Mosul roadside bomb attack (update) http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080128/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq_080119205314;_ylt=AjkjDeiUa27Y8oTCr2bLJRpX6GMA (U.S.) TSA tester slips mock bomb past airport security http://www.cnn.com/2008/US/01/28/tsa.bombtest/index.html U.S. used waterboarding but no more: ex-spy chief http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080128/ts_nm/security_usa_waterboarding_dc (U.S.) Senate logjammed on surveillance bill http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080128/ap_on_go_co/terrorist_surveillance (Pakistan) More Dangerous Than Osama - Baitullah Mehsud interviewed by al Jazeera http://abcnews.go.com/Blotter/story?id=4199754&page=1 (India Kashmir) Harkat Jihad Islami pays tributes to Hijazi - Chief Cmndr Basheer Ahmad Mir, aka Showkat-ul-Islam, aka Saba Hijazi killed by troops http://www.greaterkashmir.com/full_story.asp?Date=28_1_2008&ItemID=32&cat=25 UK Should Use Wiretap Evidence to Fight Terror, Report Says http://www.bloomberg.com/apps/news?pid=20601102&sid=agR1fQHi1wV4&refer=uk Turkey Warned Over Iranian Banks - Top U.S. Treasury official wants Turkey to scrutinize 3 Turkish branches of Iran's Bank Mellat http://biz.yahoo.com/ap/080128/turkey_us_terror_finance.html?.v=1 Spain seeking ban on Basque parties linked to ETA political arm http://jurist.law.pitt.edu/paperchase/2008/01/spain-seeking-ban-on-basque-political.php Morocco arrests suspect in 2004 Madrid bombings http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080128/wl_nm/spain_morocco_suspect_dc;_ylt=Aj1hrMLd.CwIfctWXgqQeI2s0NUE Morocco will try Madrid bombing suspect http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080128/ap_on_re_eu/spain_terror_probe (U.S. & Columbia) Rebel gets 60 years for hostage-taking - Ricardo Palmera, aka Simon Trinidad, held 3 U.S. contractors hostage - pledged allegiance to FARC http://www.charlotte.com/nation/story/466675.html (Sri Lanka) Tiger rebels shell key Sri Lankan military base http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080128/wl_afp/srilankaunrest_080128112537;_ylt=AmyA7AL7WlgbZINy9vxUrIis0NUE January 28, 2008 Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Iraq) Bomb explosion kills two people in Baghdad -- MNF detain 18 Al-Qaeda suspects during raids in Tikrit, Mosul, and Baaquba http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1065567 Iraq's Sadrists seek to end cease-fire http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080128/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq_080119205311;_ylt=As_HzBAIL_o3elfi0sm6zzxX6GMA (Iraq) Last week's Mosul blast killed 60, says Iraqi Red Crescent http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/focusoniraq/2008/January/focusoniraq_January80.xml§ion=focusoniraq Iraqi forces mass outside Mosul -- Soldiers to attack al-Qaida haven; 2 U.S. troops killed http://www.dispatch.com/live/content/national_world/stories/2008/01/28/0128_iraq.ART_ART_01-28-08_A5_8F96CDT.html?sid=101 Iraq Qaeda video shows police officers "repent"-Web http://www.reuters.com/article/middleeastCrisis/idUSL27212458 (Afghanistan) Eight Taliban killed in clash -- police - during hunt for kidnapped aid worker in Uruzgan http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1065521 Afghans hunt for kidnapped American http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/afghanistan;_ylt=AiRu1oXRtdXCM2Fxn2vGCFnOVooA (Afghanistan) NATO force chief vows more pressure on Taliban in 2008 http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080128/wl_sthasia_afp/afghanistanunrestisaf_080128095036;_ylt=AloHos4JBArn.SE0usqFphDOVooA US shift seen to Pakistan, Afghanistan http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080128/ap_on_go_ca_st_pe/terror_war_turns_17;_ylt=AgXWTF8NiYvbGNnZTvL76doTv5UB (Pakistan) Militants release Pakistani kids, teachers -- Students, Teachers Released After Gunmen Invade Pakistan High School - FOX report http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/22878021/ http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,325951,00.html Pakistani militants take 250 children hostage at school - in Domail - demanding safe passage http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080128/ts_afp/pakistanafghanistanunrestschoolhostage_080128123526;_ylt=AraKzPecuVEzyFtBq5XyNKnzPukA Pakistan: Fifty militants arrested in north-west valley http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1818128167 (Pakistan) Bodies of 3 soldiers found in Waziristan http://www.dawn.com/2008/01/28/top3.htm (Pakistan) Three security posts blown up http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\01\28\story_28-1-2008_pg7_6 Pakistan denies escaped British terror suspect Rashid Rauf in detention http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080128/wl_sthasia_afp/britainpakistanattacksescape_080128085604;_ylt=AlqNeca3wj41uj1LGp0HwWsTv5UB (Pakistan) Musharraf rejects CIA bid to hunt Taliban http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml;jsessionid=T4H4V2J1W3E2RQFIQMGCFFOAVCBQUIV0?xml=/news/2008/01/27/wpak127.xml (Pakistan) Report: Taliban wield the ax ahead of new battle -- report claims Taliban leader Mullah Omar has sacked Baitullah Mehsud, and seeks refocus on Afghanistan, not Pakistan http://www.atimes.com/atimes/South_Asia/JA24Df03.html http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/World/Pakistan/Mullah_Omar_sacks_Mehsud/articleshow/2734458.cms (Pakistan) Terrorist held -- involvement in several attacks on railway tracks and cases of murder, murder attempt and terrorism in Balochistan and Sindh http://www.dawn.com/2008/01/28/top17.htm (Pakistan) Govt announces conditional amnesty for Swat militants http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\01\28\story_28-1-2008_pg7_4 (Pakistan) 'Musharraf faces new militant challenge' - Analysts say president must choose between fighting terrorists or letting them gain ground http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\01\28\story_28-1-2008_pg7_5 Newsweek: Osama bin Laden's Letter-writing Campaign (my title) http://www.newsweek.com/id/105576 (India) 1993 blasts case: SC grants bail to Abdul Razak Memon http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/93_blasts_Bail_for_Tiger_Memon_kin/articleshow/2736987.cms (Iran) 'Serious consequences' if UN adopts sanctions: Iran http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2008/January/middleeast_January424.xml§ion=middleeast&col= (Iran) MEMRI Report - Iranian Editor Close To Iran's Supreme Leader Khamenei Threatens America and Europe (my title) http://memri.org/bin/latestnews.cgi?ID=SD182808 Lebanon on high alert after deadly riots http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080128/wl_mideast_afp/lebanonunrest_080128125159;_ylt=AoxlrGa0NWc7uiZfJ1mqjNTagGIB (Lebanon) Hezbollah demands inquiry into Beirut killings http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2008/January/middleeast_January430.xml§ion=middleeast&col= Syria's demand for greater Hezbollah influence in Lebanese Cabinet rejected http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/28/africa/ME-GEN-Arabs-Lebanon.php (Gaza) Egypt stops supplies to border towns http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2008/January/middleeast_January431.xml§ion=middleeast&col= (Gaza) Israeli warplanes strike S. Gaza - on Sunday http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1065424 (Gaza) Jordanians rally in support of Hamas in Gaza - Muslim Brotherhood flags waved as chants to "bring the suicide bombers to Tel Aviv" http://www.reuters.com/article/topNews/idUSL2576233220080125 (West Bank) 20 Arabs suspected of Tanzim arms deals http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?c=JPArticle&cid=1201367879376&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Somalia) Foreign aid workers among four dead in Somali blast - in Kismayo http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/theworld/2008/January/theworld_January789.xml§ion=theworld Kenya's ethnic killings spiral out of control http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/africa/article3264320.ece (Russia) Serviceman and policeman killed in clash with rebels in Chechnya http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/28/europe/EU-GEN-Russia-Caucasus-Violence.php Turkish prosecutors interrogate 25 suspected al-Qaida militants -- among the suspects was a Russian citizen of Chechen origin http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1201471501205&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Spain) Extremists plotted attacks across Europe, Spanish paper says -- Informant: Terrorists planned to attack public transport systems in Europe http://edition.cnn.com/2008/WORLD/europe/01/27/spain.europe.terror.plot/index.html (Spain) One trail of Barcelona terrorist cell "leads to Frankfurt" http://www.expatica.com/es/articles/news/One-trail-of-Barcelona-terrorist-cell-_leads-to-Frankfurt_.html Frankfurt group planned attack http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\01\28\story_28-1-2008_pg7_45 EU justice chief proposes fingerprinting visitors http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/22839600/ (UK) Proud day for spy who infiltrated mosque -- Reda Hassaine went undercover in Finsbury Park mosque to gather information on extremists http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/uk/article3260942.ece (Thailand) Village sweep kills two southern militants http://www.bangkokpost.com/breaking_news/previousdetail.php?id=125497 (Philippines) Kidapawan mayor admits payoff to terror group http://newsinfo.inquirer.net/breakingnews/regions/view/20080128-115373/Kidapawan-mayor-admits-payoff-to-terror-group Sri Lanka military: Soldiers capture rebel bunkers as fighting kills 14 rebels, 1 soldier http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/28/asia/AS-GEN-Sri-Lanka-Civil-War.php North Korea criticizes US human rights envoy http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080128/ap_on_re_as/koreas_nuclear_1;_ylt=ArI30nAic_3vWqQr2demFcmCscEA Other News: (U.S.) NY: Imam e-date from hell -- boasted of cousin in Al Qaeda http://www.nypost.com/seven/01272008/news/regionalnews/imam_e_date_from_hell_682909.htm?page=0 Report: "US primaries anti-Islam terminology due to Muslims' inaction, absence" http://www.khabrein.info/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=11675&Itemid=88 http://www.arabtimesonline.com/client/pagesdetails.asp?nid=11477&ccid=11 Malaysia urged to review Islamic conversion, ensure justice for non-Muslims http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/28/asia/AS-GEN-Malaysia-Religious-Rights.php Amsterdam/Copenhagen: Demonstrations http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/01/amsterdamcopenhagen-demonstrations.html Report: "Invaders or saviors? A scholar considers" http://www.boston.com/ae/books/articles/2008/01/27/invaders_or_saviors_a_scholar_considers/ January 27, 2008 Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Iraq) Gadhafi son linked to terror - Iraq official blames son for deadly Mosul bombing by AQ in Iraq http://www.tulsaworld.com/news/article.aspx?subjectID=13&articleID=20080127_1_A14_REIDA24764 (Iraq) Former city official and family stabbed to death in Baghdad http://khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/focusoniraq/2008/January/focusoniraq_January78.xml§ion=focusoniraq (Iraq) Qaeda using children as suicide bombers: US http://khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2008/January/middleeast_January409.xml§ion=middleeast (Afghanistan) 2 policemen killed, 3 wounded by Taliban ambush in S Afghanistan http://news.xinhuanet.com/english/2008-01/27/content_7507516.htm Pakistan troops battle border militants - Militants captured tunnel on road Peshawar tribal belt near Darra Adam Kheil http://au.news.yahoo.com/080127/2/15ni6.html (Pakistan) Top U.S. agents in secret trip to Pakistan - Top U.S. intel officials sought permission from Musharraf for more U.S. involvement http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080127/ap_on_go_pr_wh/us_pakistan;_ylt=AuG2mhns8ii3HFJ01yJ1zGSs0NUE (Lebanon) Protests in Lebanon Leave 7 Dead http://ap.google.com/article/ALeqM5j15olqozWM25dBjOOGpr5zb3tChAD8UEH2CG1 Lebanon set to mourn seven riot victims http://afp.google.com/article/ALeqM5hZPZ1Im0tcQL514qNymW8nCgQhcQ (Gaza) 20 Gazans caught in Sinai in possession of explosives, surveillance devices http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1201367875719&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Six Israeli-Arabs indicted for arms deal with Tanzeem operatives http://www.ynetnews.com/articles/0,7340,L-3499174,00.html Egypt tries to contain chaotic border http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080127/ap_on_re_mi_ea/israel_palestinians;_ylt=AszVSd4D9AX__UIuzgnpNoms0NUE Palestinian militant group founder dies - George Habash founded radical Popular Front for Liberation of Palestine http://www.dw-world.de/dw/function/0,,12215_cid_3091921,00.html?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf Weekly summary of IDF anti-terror activity in Judea and Samaria - Press release http://www.mfa.gov.il/MFA/Terrorism-+Obstacle+to+Peace/Terrorism+and+Islamic+Fundamentalism-/Weekly+summary+of+IDF+anti-terror+activity+in+Judea+and+Samaria+25-Jan-2008.htm Somalia: Mortar attack kills 2 in Mogadishu airport http://www.somalinet.com/news/world/Somalia/14434 (Somalia) Pirates hijack foreign fishing vessel off coast of Somalia http://www.pr-inside.com/pirates-hijack-foreign-fishing-vessel-off-r406833.htm (Sri Lanka) 46 killed in Sri Lanka - At least 43 militants, 2 civilians and 1 solider in gunbattles http://www.outlookindia.com/pti_news.asp?id=539279 January 26, 2008 Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Iraq) Blasts hit Baghdad, including Green Zone http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080126/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq_080119205292;_ylt=Ak6vq_dBvrvJGyyXdv0a2LxX6GMA (Iraq) Five killed, one wounded, five al-Qaeda suspects detained in Iraq -- fighting in Baquba http://news.monstersandcritics.com/middleeast/news/article_1388552.php/Five_killed_one_wounded_five_al-Qaeda_suspects_detained_in_Iraq (Iraq) Three terrorists killed, two detained during operations targeting al-Qaeda -- along the Tigris River Valley http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1064983 (Iraq) 3,000 extra police for restive Iraq province -- of Nineveh http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080126/wl_mideast_afp/iraqunrestqaeda_080126131819;_ylt=AkcNUq.H61H3qkVhpjpQxYxX6GMA (Afghanistan) American woman kidnapped in Afghanistan http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080126/ap_on_re_as/afghanistan_6;_ylt=AqMtN7sATaa_MtXueTZCzsjOVooA (Afghanistan) Troops kill 12 Taliban in Afghanistan -- on Friday http://paktribune.com/news/index.shtml?196564 (Afghanistan) UN urges review of journalist's death sentence -- UN Assistance Mission in Afghanistan saying the case is a "possible misuse of the judicial process" http://www.gulf-times.com/site/topics/article.asp?cu_no=2&item_no=197838&version=1&template_id=41&parent_id=23 http://www.unama-afg.org/ N. Pakistan attacked with rockets, hit by suicide blast -- rockets fired into Peshawar, suicide bomber kills two in Der http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1064930 (Pakistan) US military says wanted militant killed in Pakistan -- Darim Sedgai http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080126/wl_sthasia_afp/afghanistanunrestpakistanus_080126095831;_ylt=Aj2gQ0X6avRn8DX7o.Z0lXfzPukA http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1064938 (Pakistan) Fazlullah's aide, other militants held in Swat -- Militant commander and three teachers detained in Swat http://www.dawn.com/2008/01/26/top8.htm http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\01\26\story_26-1-2008_pg7_7 (Pakistan) Two killed in Bajaur Agency -- remote controlled bomb and drive-by shooting http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\01\26\story_26-1-2008_pg1_3 (Pakistan) President Pervez Musharraf calls for more troops to fight Taliban and al-Qaeda http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/asia/article3254215.ece (Pakistan) Terror threat to Indian High Commission in Pak http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Terror_threat_to_Indian_High_Commission_in_Pak/articleshow/2733526.cms (Pakistan) Lahore High Court (LHC) suicide bomb blast: search for 'second bomber' http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\01\26\story_26-1-2008_pg7_8 Pakistan says its nuclear assets are safe from terrorists http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1201070795930&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/26/asia/AS-GEN-Pakistan-Nuclear-Safety.php (Pakistan) Further reports on NWFP government draft to implement Shariah law in PATA areas, including Swat, Dir and Chitral (my title) http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\01\26\story_26-1-2008_pg7_1 (India) Two insurgents of banned ULFA killed in Northeast India http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1064973 http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/India/Two_ultras_killed_by_security_forces_in_Assam/articleshow/2733641.cms (India J&K) Harkat-ul-Jihad-e-Islami 'commander-in-chief' for operations in India killed in Jammu and Kashmir -- Bashir Ahmed Mir aka Hijazi http://www.satp.org/satporgtp/detailed_news.asp?date1=1/26/2008#7 -- AP report http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/25/asia/AS-GEN-Kashmir-Rebel-Leader.php (Bangladesh) Four Harkat-ul-Jihad militants arrested in Khulna http://www.satp.org/satporgtp/detailed_news.asp?date1=1/26/2008#10 (U.S.) Court denies Fla. ex-professor's appeal -- appeals court rules Sami Al-Arian not immune from subpoena forcing him to testify in an unrelated probe of Muslim charities http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080126/ap_on_re_us/attacks_professor_1;_ylt=Aj2gghsp6xTNt9.b_ShIST0Tv5UB (U.S.) Senators question $5M Moussaoui reward http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080126/ap_on_go_co/moussaoui_reward_8;_ylt=AgUXF6czSMh83RNy5svvlZwTv5UB (U.S.) Items in alleged hijack plot not banned http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080125/ap_on_re_us/flight_teen_16;_ylt=AscVwGaJsFe55vrXMmeL.lQTv5UB (U.S.) Report: Bush Order Expands Network Monitoring -- Intelligence Agencies to Track Intrusions http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2008/01/25/AR2008012503261.html (Iran) UN Security Council to review Iran sanctions http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080126/wl_mideast_afp/irannuclearpoliticsun_080126084407;_ylt=ArH9BkjSYs.husMZJfajglVSw60A (Iran) Nearly all nuclear fuel now delivered by Russia to Iran: report http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080126/wl_afp/irannuclearpoliticsrussia_080126080629;_ylt=AhCUeDGQgCq1l0X2HbLuV.lSw60A (Iran) Israel suspects Iranians already working on nuclear warhead http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080126/wl_mideast_afp/usisraelirannuclearmilitary_080126065132;_ylt=Aque6E27Cr6_Eq.lMqTckTxSw60A (Iran) Israel Defense Minister: Iran has a clandestine uranium enrichment operation http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1201070796183&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Lebanon vows to fight 'empire of terror' after killings http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080126/wl_afp/lebanonunrest_080126114355;_ylt=AnNJS5ci2bNPQiRGdNdwdOsTv5UB Lebanese police probe link between terrorism investigator's killing and other assassinations http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/26/africa/ME-GEN-Lebanon-Explosion.php (Lebanon) Beirut blast caused by 70 kg of explosives -- security source http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1064935 (Egypt) Riot police prevent Gazans from driving into Egypt http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2008/January/middleeast_January393.xml§ion=middleeast&col= http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/26/africa/ME-GEN-Palestinians-Egypt.php (Egypt) Nearly 40 Egyptian security personnel injured by Palestinians at Gaza border http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/26/africa/ME-GEN-Egypt-Palestinians-Violence.php Palestinians fire Kassam rocket into western Negev http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1201070795322&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Russia) Violence, gunfire erupts at demonstration in Russian Muslim region -- province of Ingushetia http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080126/wl_afp/russiacaucasusunrestdemo_080126112329;_ylt=AgXHKs2DcCCozcaHty4l_DF_5GIA Spain doubts alleged terror cell's plan -- Interior Minister questions counterterrorism judge - saying did not find enough explosives "to infer an attack was imminent." http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080125/ap_on_re_eu/spain_terror_arrests Europe Terror Plots Trace Back To Pakistan -- Investigators Discover Suspected Terrorists In 5 Countries Have Links To Pakistani Tribal Area http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2008/01/25/eveningnews/main3754062.shtml?source=RSSattr=World_3754062 Kosovo: Albania will be among the first to recognize independence, says president http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Politics/?id=1.0.1811303133 (Canada) Newspaper ordered to reveal sources in CSIS terrorism investigation leak http://www.thecanadianpress.com/english/online/OnlineFullStory.aspx?filename=X011811AU&newsitemid=33794021&languageid=1 (Thailand) Five Muslims shot dead in Thailand's restive south: police -- in Yala and Narathiwat http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080126/wl_asia_afp/thailandsouthunresttoll;_ylt=A0WTcUTN8JpHVaQAqB5vaA8F (Sri Lanka) Jets Bomb Tamil Rebels' Naval Center http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/S/SRI_LANKA_CIVIL_WAR?SITE=AP&SECTION=HOME&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT&CTIME=2008-01-26-07-44-29 http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/26/asia/AS-GEN-Sri-Lanka-Civil-War.php (Sri Lanka) 17 Lankan rebels killed in fierce gunbattle with military http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Top_Headlines/17_Lankan_rebels_killed_in_fierce_gunbattle_with_military/articleshow/2733301.cms http://www.satp.org/satporgtp/detailed_news.asp?date1=1/26/2008#2 (Sri Lanka) More than a dozen bodies found dumped in northern Lanka http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/World/Rest_of_World/More_than_a_dozen_bodies_found_dumped_in_northern_Lanka/articleshow/2729829.cms (Sri Lanka) Tamil Tigers must compromise for peace: envoy http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/January/subcontinent_January862.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (Sri Lanka / UK) Leader of faction of Sri Lanka's Tamil Tiger rebels jailed in Britain http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/26/europe/EU-GEN-Britain-Sri-Lanka-Rebel.php http://www.satp.org/satporgtp/detailed_news.asp?date1=1/26/2008#11 (Nepal) Four policemen hurt in blasts in eastern Nepal http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/World/Rest_of_World/Four_policemen_hurt_in_blasts_in_eastern_Nepal/articleshow/2732597.cms (North Korea) White House Mulls Giving North Korea Some Wiggle Room on Nuke Declaration http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,325725,00.html (North Korea) Condoleezza Rice Hits Back at Critics of Her North Korea Nuclear Strategy http://news.yahoo.com/s/usnews/20080125/ts_usnews/condoleezzaricehitsbackatcriticsofhernorthkoreanuclearstrategy;_ylt=Ai0iVDT8fFB2GwBosxrme2.CscEA (Venezuela) Chavez accuses Colombia of plotting military attack against Venezuela http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1201070794432&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Other News: JihadWatch.org: American Muslim spokesman: "violent protests" to Dutch film on Qur'an would be "natural" http://www.jihadwatch.org/archives/019705.php --- Challenge and Response: The Case of Islamophobic Wilding http://www.theamericanmuslim.org/tam.php/features/articles/challenge_and_response_the_case_of_islamophobic_wilding/0015526 (Netherlands) Anti-Quran film won't air until March, maker says http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/26/europe/EU-GEN-Netherlands-Quran-Film.php Netherlands: Halal cosmetics http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/01/netherlands-halal-cosmetics.html EU: Parliament decides not to ban headscarves http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/01/eu-parliament-decides-not-to-ban.html (UK) Muslim police group is set up http://iccoventry.icnetwork.co.uk/0100news/0150swarksnews/tm_headline=muslim-police-group-is-set-up%26method=full%26objectid=20394476%26siteid=50003-name_page.html Mexico's Narco-Insurgency http://www.time.com/time/world/article/0,8599,1707070,00.html? Against Nazi News: Italy opens Benito Mussolini museum http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml;jsessionid=IMBAIQ3HMUMFRQFIQMFCFGGAVCBQYIV0?xml=/news/2008/01/26/wmuss126.xml January 25, 2008 Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Lebanon) Explosion rocks Beirut, 5 dead -- car bomb exploded in a Hazmieh, Christian neighborhood of Beirut http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080125/ap_on_re_mi_ea/lebanon_explosion_14;_ylt=AtcyKpO2_Eszne1WrIpnrQMTv5UB (Lebanon) Slain Lebanese security officer "possessed sensitive terrorism files" -- official http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1064718 (Lebanon) Report: Up to 10 people killed including security officer in Beirut blast http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1064703 (Iraq) At least four killed, two wounded in Iraqi violence -- 4 Al-Qaeda killed in Samraa, bomb injures 2 police in Baghdad http://www.earthtimes.org/articles/show/178375,at-least-four-killed-two-wounded-in-iraqi-violence.html Iraq to go after al-Qaida in Mosul http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080125/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq_080119205278;_ylt=Atce.TdisuuxQuK7KK1fHQ1X6GMA (Afghanistan) Coalition soldier dies in Afghanistan -- clashed with insurgents in Nari district of Kunar province http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080125/ap_on_re_as/afghanistan_1;_ylt=ApWS6sXGCSYckoXkazC9hCvOVooA Afghanistan: Official Says Iranian Mines Found In Taliban Commander's House http://www.rferl.org/featuresarticle/2008/01/d4846c20-8760-4d23-a2a9-fd23d07a0df3.html (Afghanistan) NATO commander says Taliban tactics vary http://www.upi.com/International_Security/Emerging_Threats/Briefing/2008/01/25/nato_commander_says_taliban_tactics_vary/5735/ (Afghanistan) Suicide bomber falls down stairs -- blows himself up - Lashkar Gah http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,23101332-401,00.html# Pakistan troops comb Bhutto suspect's stronghold -- mountain stronghold of Taliban commander Baitullah Mehsud -- 200 militants and 30 soldiers reported killed http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080125/wl_sthasia_afp/pakistanafghanistanunrest_080125103036;_ylt=AoJNImb1r0JGcHhuDNAeBbPzPukA http://www.ireland.com/newspaper/world/2008/0125/1201073558570.html (Pakistan) Over 45 militants killed in fresh operation in Pakistan agency http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1064751 (Pakistan) Taliban seize NATO supplies in Pakistan http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2008/01/25/wpak125.xml (Pakistan) Taliban claim seizing trucks carrying weapons for army http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\01\25\story_25-1-2008_pg1_5 (Pakistan) The Face of Pakistan's New Taliban http://www.time.com/time/world/article/0,8599,1706680,00.html?xid=rss-world Pakistan: US willing to send troops to fight al-Qaeda http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1810059458 Pakistan army chief rejects world nuclear fears http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/January/subcontinent_January837.xml§ion=subcontinent Pakistan test-fires nuclear missile http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1064672 (India J&K) Two Hizbul Mujahideen militants arrested in J&K http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Top_Headlines/Two_Hizbul_Mujahideen_militants_arrested_in_JK/articleshow/2728232.cms Hizb-ul-Mujahideen: Reaching Beyond Kashmir http://counterterrorismblog.org/2008/01/hizbulmujahideen_reaching_beyo.php (India) 2 held on terror charges in Hubli http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/2_held_on_terror_charges_in_Hubli/articleshow/2731963.cms Bangladeshi Islamist leaders charged in 1971 killings http://story.irishsun.com/index.php/ct/9/cid/2411cd3571b4f088/id/321514/cs/1/ (U.S.) Super Bowl deemed a target in federal threat assessment http://washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080125/NATION/886850805/1002 U.S. says threat against airlines remains high http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080125/us_nm/davos_usa_security_dc_1;_ylt=At_59AyJ7NQhgQf97yFtJhATv5UB (U.S.) Moussaoui tipster gets $5 million http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080125/ap_on_go_ca_st_pe/us_moussaoui_reward_12;_ylt=Agsk7xWrvziaAoKduPI7IikTv5UB (U.S.) Colleagues question $5M Moussaoui reward http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080125/ap_on_re_us/moussaoui_reward (U.S.) CENTCOM and Islam -- CAIR meeting canceled http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080125/NATION04/704777711/1008&template=nextpage U.S. Worried Anti-Muslim Film Could Trigger Violence Abroad http://abcnews.go.com/Blotter/story?id=4183084&page=1 (U.S.) Teenager arrested in suicide hijacking plot -- 16 year old sought to commit suicide http://www.cnn.com/2008/US/01/25/flight.incident/index.html http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,325426,00.html Jihadists Get Encryption Upgrade http://www.informationweek.com/software/showArticle.jhtml?articleID=205918296&cid=RSSfeed_TechWeb (Gaza) Israeli air strike kills Hamas commander http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2008/January/middleeast_January377.xml§ion=middleeast&col= (Gaza) Israeli air strikes kill four Hamas militants in Gaza http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/25/africa/ME-GEN-Israel-Gaza-Strikes.php (Gaza) Hamas uses bulldozer to open new hole in Egypt border http://www.reuters.com/article/worldNews/idUSL2576902820080125 (Gaza) Hamas challenges Egypt's bid to close Gaza border http://www.reuters.com/article/worldNews/idUSL2417232020080125 (West Bank) Israeli soldier killed, six settlers wounded in W.Bank http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1064654 (West Bank) 2 Palestinians infiltrate West Bank school, stab students, shot dead http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/24/africa/ME-GEN-Israel-Attack.php (Somalia) Islamist rebels attack Somali airfield http://africa.reuters.com/country/SO/news/usnL25750944.html (Kenya) 5 dead, half a town burned in ethnic clashes in western Kenya http://www.ynetnews.com/articles/0,7340,L-3498772,00.html Turkish forces seize weapons, pamphlets belonging to PKK http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1064644 German Court Convicts Terror Suspect -- Redouane El Habhab, German of Moroccan heritage, convicted of helping Al-Qaeda in Iraq - sentenced 6 years in prison http://ap.google.com/article/ALeqM5gGyNUWQ9iy6gjj8nAiffDAFNDyWwD8UCLCD80 http://newsinfo.inquirer.net/breakingnews/world/view/20080125-114671/German-court-jails-Al-Qaeda-cell-mastermind (UK) 'Al-Qaeda threatens suicide attacks on Brown, Blair' -- report of threat to UK prime minister in an Al Qaeda-affiliated online forum by Umar Rabie Al-Khalaila http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\01\25\story_25-1-2008_pg1_7 http://www.agi.it/world/news/200801242005-cro-ren0096-art.html (UK) Muslims wary of terror law extension http://business.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/politics/article3248068.ece Bosnian Muslim officials investigated for issuing Jihad passports http://www.serbianna.com/news/2008/01131.shtml Spain terror plot: MEA in dark over arrest of Indians http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/India/Spain_terror_plot_MEA_in_dark_over_arrest_of_Indians/articleshow/2729593.cms (Indonesia) Report: Indonesian biggest Muslim organization declares to halt terrorism -- Nahdlatul Ulama (NU) http://news.xinhuanet.com/english/2008-01/25/content_7496874.htm (Thailand) 8 soldiers escape South bomb -- in Yala province http://www.bangkokpost.com/breaking_news/breakingnews.php?id=125445 Sri Lanka says kills 30 rebels, planes bomb north http://in.reuters.com/article/southAsiaNews/idINIndia-31587620080125 (Sri Lanka) Tigers accuse Sri Lanka of bombing civilians http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/January/subcontinent_January839.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= Singapore holds pair over terror fears http://afp.google.com/article/ALeqM5g0FtT211jNllnXKhxvLhEYnOkKJg North Korea used UN-linked accounts for arms sales: US probe http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080124/wl_asia_afp/unusnkoreacongressprobe_080124205344;_ylt=At9LHZrstEs3WYpgjl.88MOCscEA (North Korea) Lawmaker warns U.N. agency after N.Korea troubles http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080124/pl_nm/korea_undp_senator_dc_1;_ylt=AtxLLqaELaDBmfhDq9Q0P5eCscEA (Columbia) Massive rally in Colombia against FARC http://story.irishsun.com/index.php/ct/9/cid/2411cd3571b4f088/id/321423/cs/1/ FOX News Recap on Miscellaneous Terror News Stories: "Al Qaeda's Dentist" http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,325329,00.html Other News: Malaysian Chinese buried as Muslim after family dispute over his religion http://www.newspress.com/Top/Article/article.jsp?Section=WORLD&ID=565233248499009036 Turkish president backs lifting headscarf ban http://www.reuters.com/article/worldNews/idUSL254217320080125 (UK) Lloyds TSB Bank launches Islamic Nostro account -- designed to comply with the principles of Shariah law http://www.thesun.co.uk/sol/homepage/news/money/article721575.ece (U.S.) Iowa: Imam offers prayer at Iowa Statehouse asking Allah for "victory over those who disbelieve" http://www.jihadwatch.org/archives/019687.php http://www.zwire.com/site/news.cfm?newsid=19227412&BRD=1304&PAG=461&dept_id=180486&rfi=6 January 24, 2008 PM Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (U.S.) Judge rejects Patriot Act challenge http://www.oregonlive.com/newsflash/index.ssf?/base/national-98/1201209532282920.xml&storylist=national (U.S.) Florida ISP Said to Host Terrorist Software http://www.internetnews.com/security/article.php/3723516 Moderate Muslim view outshouted by Islamists http://www.denverpost.com/nationalpolitics/ci_8059536 Singapore detains pair who posed potential terrorist threat http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/theworld/2008/January/theworld_January687.xml§ion=theworld&col Egypt jittery over Israeli Gaza proposal http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080124/ap_on_re_mi_ea/egypt_israel;_ylt=AiXUScyKTDGgnxvNRGsSbXSs0NUE (Turkey) Clashes Between Turkish Police And Al Qaeda; 3 Dead, 5 Wounded, 18 Detained http://www.thememriblog.org/turkey/blog_personal/en/4832.htm (Somalia) Allied forces attacked in central Somalia, civilians killed http://www.somalinet.com/news/world/Somalia/14403(U.S.) Florida ISP Said to Host Terrorist Software Palestinian radicals huddle in Syria http://www.clipsyndicate.com/publish/video/499703/palestinian_radicals_huddle_in_syria?wpid=1817 Terrorism Probe Points to Reach Of Web Networks http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2008/01/23/AR2008012303857.html?hpid=topnews January 24, 2008 Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Al-Qaeda) New al-Qaida tape calls for Islamic militant unity around the world to support jihad -- spokesman Abu-Yahya al-Libi http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/24/america/NA-GEN-US-al-Qaida-Tape.php http://siteintelgroup.org/bin/articles.cgi?ID=publications340408&Category=publications&Subcategory=0 (Iraq) Suicide bomber kills Mosul police chief -- bomber in police uniform tours scene of Wednesday blast killing 20 http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080124/wl_nm/iraq_dc_35;_ylt=AiqJlvDfGGjV1FOthNalGS9X6GMA Iraq: Roadside bomb targets police patrol, killing 2, wounding 5 in Baghdad http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/24/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq-Violence.php (Iraq) Attacks imperil U.S.-backed militias in Iraq http://www.iht.com/articles/2008/01/24/africa/24sunni.php (Afghanistan) NATO soldier killed, two others wounded in roadside bomb blast (my title) -- southern Afghanistan http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1064478 (Afghanistan) Report: 9 police killed in Afghan operation -- US troops lead anti-Taliban operation in Ghazni http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080124/ap_on_re_as/afghan_violence_9;_ylt=AvajuSoE3HrukcAVMdhAEKHOVooA (Afghanistan) Reporter death penalty not final: Afghan information ministry -- found guilty of Islamist blasphemy charges http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080124/wl_sthasia_afp/afghanistanmediareligion_080124091425;_ylt=AlD9XdhyiLA1sZeNO6_RwebOVooA (Afghanistan) Journalist gets death for insulting Islam -- Distributed website article questioning why Muslim women cannot have multiple husbands http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2008/01/23/wafghan223.xml Pakistani tanks, choppers kill dozens of militants: army -- eight troops and 40 militants dead, 30 militants arrested in South Waziristan tribal district http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080124/wl_afp/pakistanafghanistanunrest_080124114235;_ylt=AqrOQjptnmL1o6HfvBYQmKXzPukA http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1805601311 Pakistan police find bomb on opposition leader Nawaz Sharif convoy route -- in Peshawar http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080124/wl_sthasia_afp/pakistanpoliticsattackssharif_080124102556;_ylt=An.eZBdHGdQU958dbIZoUtTzPukA (Pakistan) 6 terrorists arrested in Pindi, suicide jackets seized http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\01\24\story_24-1-2008_pg7_3 (Pakistan) Suicide bomber kills one -- Khyber Agency's Jamrud tehsil on Wednesday http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\01\24\story_24-1-2008_pg7_5 (Pakistan) Al Qaeda makes strides in Pakistan http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080124/NATION/751043821/1002 (Pakistan) Benazir's 'killers' remanded in police custody http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\01\24\story_24-1-2008_pg7_7 (Pakistan) Government links Sufi's release to new Shariah law in Swat http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\01\24\story_24-1-2008_pg1_2 (Pakistan) U.S. commander orders plans on Pakistan http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080124/ap_on_go_ca_st_pe/us_afghanistan_pakistan_11;_ylt=AtPUXpkvIoYzuBcK4O6i8nfOVooA Pakistan: Questions raised over nuclear weapons controls http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1802894560 (Pakistan) Musharraf losing support at home and abroad http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/22816391/ (India J&K) Two Indian soldiers, one insurgent killed in Kashmir http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1064481 (India) Thirty-eight rebels of outlawed rebel group ULFA surrender in NE India http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1064504 (U.S.) Appeals court orders new prison sentence for man's role in "Virginia jihad network" -- tossed out 15 year sentence for Ali Asad Chandia's support of Lashkar-e-Taiba - new hearing to determine application of "terrorism enhancement" provisions http://www.newspress.com/Top/Article/article.jsp?Section=NATIONAL&ID=565232561304240232 (Iran) Sixth nuclear fuel batch lands in Iran -- from Russia http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080124/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iran_nuclear_26;_ylt=AiqrHnu1louvkO2fNyCW1glSw60A Hizbullah deputy chief: Don't even think about attacking Lebanon http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1201070776568&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Egyptian Businessman Yasser Salem Followed Al-Qaradhawi Fatwa, Sponsored Algerians to Go Fight Coalition Forces in Iraq -- text excerpts for Al-Arbiya TV clip http://memri.org/bin/latestnews.cgi?ID=SD182408 http://www.memritv.org/clip/en/1659.htm (Gaza) Palestinian sources confirm death of activist in Beit Hanoun http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1064492 (Gaza) 'Hamas staged some of the blackouts' http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1201070777685&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Gaza) UN rights council condemns Israel's actions in Gaza, W. Bank -- European countries abstain from vote since resolution doesn't address rockets http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1201070783680&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Yemen) Al-Qaeda claims responsibility for Belgians' murder http://www.hindustantimes.com/redir.aspx?ID=6f0c4ad3-cbbf-4a31-9b61-68e92af05867 Nigerian 'al-Qaeda' man in court http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/africa/7206358.stm (Russia) Policeman killed in attack in capital of restive Chechnya http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/24/europe/EU-GEN-Russia-Caucasus-Violence.php (Turkey) Reports say two die in al Qaeda clash in Turkey http://uk.reuters.com/article/worldNews/idUKL2412094320080124 Turkish police raid suspected al-Qaida cells http://www.guardian.co.uk/turkey/story/0,,2245927,00.html?gusrc=rss&feed=12 (Spain) Raids foiled Barcelona bomb plot, says judge -- Islamists planning a suicide bomb attack on the city's public transport system http://www.guardian.co.uk/spain/article/0,,2245890,00.html German Court Rejects Challenge to Anti-Terror Wiretapping http://www.bloomberg.com/apps/news?pid=20601100&sid=aN476z2CXjQE&refer=germany (UK) Doctors face trial in London, Glasgow terror case -- on October 2 http://www.theage.com.au/news/world/doctors-face-trial-in-london-glasgow-terror-case/2008/01/24/1201157559819.html (UK) Britain to unveil new terrorism law proposals http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/24/europe/EU-GEN-Britain-Terror-Laws.php (UK) Home Secretary Jacqui Smith defends extended detention for terror suspects http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/politics/article3243400.ece (UK) Terror watchdog backs 42-day detention bill http://politics.guardian.co.uk/terrorism/story/0,,2246005,00.html (Thailand) Two arrested for killing teacher in Pattani http://www.nationmultimedia.com/2008/01/24/national/national_30063285.php (Thailand) Insurgents kill teacher in Pattani - also three other killings in Yala and Pattani on Wednesday http://www.bangkokpost.com/breaking_news/previousdetail.php?id=125414 (Thailand) Pattani killers 'had Krue Se connection' -- Krue Se mosque used by insurgents four years ago http://www.bangkokpost.com/breaking_news/previousdetail.php?id=125434 (Sri Lanka) Fighting in Sri Lanka kills 22 as panel submits power-sharing proposals http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/24/asia/AS-GEN-Sri-Lanka-Civil-War.php (North Korea) UN envoy urges special help for North Korea torture victims http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080124/wl_asia_afp/nkorearightsunskorea_080124060837;_ylt=AvPlqiJGEZAvDurVivqKjgWCscEA (North Korea) U.S. report finds N.Korean abuses of U.N. agency http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080124/ts_nm/korea_undp_report_dc_2;_ylt=AnlGm0llUDdArLKpFU2abcyCscEA Japanese ship heads back to 'war on terror' in Afghanistan http://afp.google.com/article/ALeqM5gtayvjc1wSxhl0gayfG0nJQbetAg (South America) Jihad in South America: A New Nightmare for the United States http://www.watchingamerica.com/lastampa000014.shtml -- original Italian La Stampa article http://www.lastampa.it/_web/cmstp/tmplRubriche/giornalisti/grubrica.asp?ID_blog=43&ID_articolo=743&ID_sezione=58&sezione=Finestra%20sull'America (Columbia) Spain and Colombia urge FARC to receive medical team for hostages http://www.earthtimes.org/articles/show/177389,spain-and-colombia-urge-farc-to-receive-medical-team-for.html Other News: (UK) Three Pigs story ruled "offensive to Muslims" http://entertainment.timesonline.co.uk/tol/arts_and_entertainment/books/children/article3241394.ece http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml;jsessionid=15ALLA5BAKNIPQFIQMFCFFOAVCBQYIV0?xml=/news/2008/01/24/ntales124.xml (Netherlands) Holland 'governed by fear of Islam' http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml;jsessionid=15ALLA5BAKNIPQFIQMFCFFOAVCBQYIV0?xml=/news/2008/01/24/wdutch124.xml http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1201070782163&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Netherlands: Ideal is to establish a Muslim state http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/01/netherlands-ideal-is-to-establish.html http://www.telegraaf.nl/binnenland/3106406/__Nederland_moslimstaat_maken___.html Netherlands: Gov't decides against general burka ban http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/01/netherlands-govt-decides-against.html http://www.radionetherlands.nl/news/international/5611093/Dutch-cabinet-decides-against-burqa-ban France: Mosques top issue in local elections http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/01/france-mosques-top-issue-in-local.html (India) Imam issues fatwa against Bollywood star over wax image -- Actor lets Madame Tussaud's make statue – depictions of all living creatures forbidden http://www.dailymail.co.uk/pages/live/articles/showbiz/showbiznews.html?in_article_id=509992&in_page_id=1773&in_a_source= Russia wary of NATO expansion http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2008/01/23/russia_wary_of_nato_expansion/7037/ (U.S.) Treasury gets new CFIUS authority http://www.washingtontimes.com/article/20080124/NATION/855566306/1002 Israel's Yad Vashem memorial launches Arabic Web site to combat Holocaust denial http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/24/africa/ME-GEN-Israel-Holocaust-Website.php January 23, 2008 PM Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Iraq) U.S. military says kills 20 in al Qaeda Iraq raids -- in northern and central Iraq over the past two days http://www.reuters.com/article/newsOne/idUSHAR34698620080123 (Iraq) Blast in Iraq's Mosul kills 15, wounds 132 -- building used by militants to store weapons and tons of explosives blew up http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080123/wl_nm/iraq_dc;_ylt=AnWliAkz0QH.YNKJYsW9fsis0NUE Afghan President Karzai warns terrorism is spreading in the region http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/23/europe/EU-GEN-World-Forum-Karzai.php (Afghanistan) More students, teachers being killed in Taliban attacks http://cnews.canoe.ca/CNEWS/War_Terror/2008/01/23/4789295-ap.html (Afghanistan) General: Taliban spring offensive is unlikely http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080123/ap_on_go_ca_st_pe/us_afghanistan_2;_ylt=Ao6reJpTu6t7B8daZR5UF2XOVooA (Afghanistan) Taliban offensive unlikely in east Afghanistan-US http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080123/wl_nm/afghan_usa_commander_dc;_ylt=At58R8NTtKYf2dB0OAEtdfus0NUE (Pakistan) Taliban, Al-Qaeda staying behind to fight in Pakistan: US general http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080123/pl_afp/usafghanistanpakistanmilitary_080123173047;_ylt=Ai41ZXs_sXZHLkC8zEhu1XHzPukA (Netherlands) Dutch appeals court overturns terrorism conviction in "Hofstad" group case -- seven men associates of Mohammed Bouyeri serving life sentence for murder of Theo van Gogh http://www.newspress.com/Top/Article/article.jsp?Section=WORLD&ID=565232286426334845 Kosovo leader opens 2 days of talks with EU, NATO officials about independence http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/23/europe/EU-GEN-EU-Kosovo.php (Lithuania) Two Irish held in anti-terrorism operation http://www.rte.ie/news/2008/0123/lithuania.html?rss (Gaza) US blames Hamas for Gaza exodus http://news.monstersandcritics.com/middleeast/news/article_1388153.php/US_blames_Hamas_for_Gaza_exodus__Roundup_ (Gaza) Hamas 'spent months cutting through Gaza wall in secret operation' http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/middle_east/article3238615.ece (North Korea) White House: Too soon to take NKorea off terror list http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080123/wl_asia_afp/nkoreanuclearweaponsus_080123154508;_ylt=AtkSlYHit.3T3J3tXx_8AgcTv5UB Al-Arabiya TV Report on Egyptian Businessman Financing Jihad - MEMRI transcript - Egyptian Businessman Followed Al-Qaradhawi Fatwa, Sponsored Algerians to Fight in Iraq http://www.memritv.org/clip/en/1659.htm January 23, 2008 Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Iraq) Gunmen kill 8 Iraqi soldiers in Baghdad -- in the Bab al-Mudham district http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080123/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq_080119205246;_ylt=AnsEJ8uAPnup.gDpyC4SybpX6GMA (Iraq) Gunmen kill dean of Baghdad dental school -- gunmen have regularly targeted Iraq's academic community http://www.alertnet.org/thenews/newsdesk/B807559.htm (Iraq) Al Qaeda chase seen as constant http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080123/NATION/977112938/1002 (Iraq) Al-Qaeda ousted in parts of Iraq, but forces can't cut off cash stream http://www.dallasnews.com/sharedcontent/dws/news/world/stories/012308dnintalqaeda.2d09d89.html (Iraq) Papers Paint New Portrait of Iraq's Foreign Insurgents -- most expressed interest in a suicide mission http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2008/01/20/AR2008012002609_pf.html (Iraq) No Deaths in MRAPs in Iraq? http://www.weeklystandard.com/weblogs/TWSFP/2008/01/no_deaths_in_mraps_in_iraq.asp (Afghanistan) Suicide blast wounds three in Afghan restaurant -- in Khost http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080123/wl_nm/afghan_violence_dc_1;_ylt=Aihn186vqmk7EltFHb4_OhXOVooA Pakistani forces pound militant hideouts: military -- in South Waziristan http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080123/wl_sthasia_afp/pakistanafghanistanunrest_080123121314;_ylt=Ar08.araFVoWHf9LHGqT7._zPukA Pakistan sends reinforcements to Waziristan http://www.alertnet.org/thenews/newsdesk/ISL240284.htm (Pakistan) Militants attack in North Waziristan kills soldier -- 9 militants arrested after attack on Razmak camp http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1064016 (Pakistan) Musharraf: Pakistan isn't hunting Osama Bin Laden http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080122/ap_on_re_eu/europe_musharraf (Pakistan) Former Jaish-e-Muhammad (JEM) commander arrested http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\01\23\story_23-1-2008_pg7_50 (Pakistan) Five checkposts blown up in Mohmand http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\01\23\story_23-1-2008_pg7_3 (Pakistan) Forces seize explosives and arms in Swat http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\01\23\story_23-1-2008_pg7_5 (Pakistan) Plan for Qazi courts -- Pakistan frontier govt draft regulation for a switchover to system of Sharia-based courts in Swat, Dir and Chitral districts http://www.dawn.com/2008/01/23/top13.htm (U.S.) Senate rejects surveillance law renewal - Protect America Act expires February 1 http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080122/ap_on_go_co/terrorist_surveillance (U.S.) Counter Terrorism Fusion Center Opens in Las Vegas http://www.klas-tv.com/Global/story.asp?S=7758684&nav=menu102_2 Iran vows to follow nuclear path despite sanctions http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080123/wl_nm/iran_nuclear_dc_21;_ylt=ArUIl.uAgXWrMdY_YtgX21JSw60A http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/middle_east/article3237379.ece (Iran) 'New Iran resolution not harsh' -- Russia http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1201070772629&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Iran) 'Israel will have to stop Iran' -- former US ambassador to the UN John Bolton http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1200572520107&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Iranian Website: In Response to an Israeli Attack, Iran Can, With Syria's Help, Wipe Out Half of Israel http://memri.org/bin/latestnews.cgi?ID=SD182008 (Gaza) Palestinian Gunmen Destroy Two Thirds of Gaza-Egyptian Border Wall (my title) -- thousands of Palestinians pour into Egypt http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1200572523339&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Gaza) Hamas leader welcomes Fatah's proposed control of Gaza border http://news.monstersandcritics.com/middleeast/news/article_1388084.php/Hamas_leader_welcomes_Fatahs_proposed_control_of_Gaza_border (Gaza) IDF troops operating in southern Gaza arrest 20 terror suspects http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1201070769429&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull 'UNSC unlikely to agree Gaza statement' http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2008/January/middleeast_January349.xml§ion=middleeast&col= Egypt arrests more Muslim Brotherhood members following Gaza protests http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/23/africa/ME-GEN-Egypt-Brotherhood-Arrests.php (Israel) Terror victims call PA trial of murderers of Amihai and Rubin 'a farce' http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1201070769052&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull The African Jihad: Bin Laden's Quest for the Horn of Africa http://international.ucla.edu/asia/events/showevent.asp?eventid=6309 Niger rebels attack town, abduct senior officials http://africa.reuters.com/metals/news/usnL22809665.html (Canada) Charkaoui told CSIS about jihad recruiting -- alleged al-Qaeda sleeper agent Adil Charkaoui to Canada's CSIS how members of Montreal's Arab community were recruiting people for jihad before 9/11 http://www.nationalpost.com/news/story.html?id=256921 (Canada) ETA Terror suspect planned Madrid car bombings: report -- Ivan Apaolaza Sancho arrested In Quebec http://www.nationalpost.com/news/story.html?id=253881 Turkish nationalists plotted to kill Nobel winner http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/theworld/2008/January/theworld_January655.xml§ion=theworld Bosnia: Mujahadeen leader Abu Hamza to be expelled http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1801670541 (UK) MEMRI: Islamist Debate: Are Muslim U.K. Visa Holders and Muslim U.K. Citizens Permitted to Carry Out Attacks in Great Britain? http://memri.org/bin/latestnews.cgi?ID=SD182108 (UK) NPR: Many British Muslim Women Embrace Political Islam http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=18025998&ft=1&f=3 Germany jails PKK man for 33 months for terrorism http://www.earthtimes.org/articles/show/177317,germany-jails-pkk%A0man-for-33-months-for-terrorism.html (Spain) Barcelona terror suspects in court -- source tells CNN that suspects planned al Qaeda-style suicide attacks, two released due to lack of evidence http://edition.cnn.com/2008/WORLD/europe/01/23/spain.suspects/ (Spain) Community leaders call for release of terror suspects -- Islamic and Pakistani community leaders in Catalonia have called for the release of 14 South Asians arrested over the weekend http://www.expatica.com/es/articles/news/Community-leaders-call-for-release-of-terror-suspects.html Spanish police detain 8 in connection with ETA-linked violence http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1201070771416&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Germany) Berlin police place protective blocks at Jewish Museum http://www.expatica.com/de/articles/news/Berlin-police-place-protective-blocks-at-Jewish-Museum.html (Thailand) Insurgent bomb targets army bus in South http://www.bangkokpost.com/breaking_news/breakingnews.php?id=125385 Philippines: Soldiers deployed to secure foreign Christian missionaries in Mindanao -- as the threat of kidnapping for ransom by Islamic radicals rises http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Religion/?id=1.0.1801670880 (Sri Lanka) Air force bombs a top Tamil Tiger leader's hideout, military says http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/23/asia/AS-GEN-Sri-Lanka-Civil-War.php Sri Lankan soldiers kill 15 Tamil rebels in northern clashes, military says http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/22/asia/AS-GEN-Sri-Lanka-Civil-War.php Sri Lankan Navy plants mines along marine border with India http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Sri_Lankan_Navy_plants_mines_along_marine_border_with_India/articleshow/2725588.cms (Sri Lanka) LTTE chief will be handed over to India if captured: Rajapakse http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Top_Headlines/LTTE_chief_will_be_handed_over_to_India_if_captured_Rajapakse/articleshow/2725049.cms North Korea tells US to learn from 1968 Pueblo spy ship incident http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080123/wl_asia_afp/nkoreaushistorypueblo_080123074527;_ylt=AqAc0jTk2t5QKCbNE8Zq6TKCscEA Report: "North Korea seems to meet US criteria on terror listing" -- comments by U.S. State Department's counterterrorism chief Dell Dailey -- says North Korea appears to have met the legal criteria to be removed from the U.S. state sponsors of terrorism list http://www.reuters.com/article/latestCrisis/idUSN22516248 Colombia seeks global support to release FARC hostages http://news.monstersandcritics.com/americas/news/article_1387952.php/Colombia_seeks_global_support_to_release_FARC_hostages SIM info can survive bomb explosions: research http://www.abc.net.au/news/stories/2008/01/23/2144822.htm Bomb sniffing laptops and radiation detectors in your cell phone http://weblog.infoworld.com/realitycheck/archives/2008/01/bomb_sniffing_l.html Other News: Indonesia: Religious prejudice a serious threat, say rights groups http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Politics/?id=1.0.1801320993 (UK) Islamic Bank of Britain 'welcomes all ethical investors' http://www.smartermoney.com/news/uk.aspx?finance=general_financial_news&article=Islamic-Bank-of-Britain-welcomes-all-ethical-investors-18434515 Netherlands: Amsterdam stock exchange offering Sharia-compliant funds http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/01/netherlands-amsterdam-stock-exchange.html Netherlands: Wilders might have to leave the Netherlands http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/01/netherlands-wilders-might-have-to-leave.html http://www.expatica.com/nl/articles/news/_Wilders-should-leave-the-Netherlands_.html (Netherlands) Rotterdam: Politician signs Hizb ut-Tahrir petition, but stays anyway http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/01/rotterdam-politician-signs-hizb-ut.html (U.S.) Commentary: U.S. primaries embolden terrorists http://www.wnd.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=59831 France to outline blueprint plan for riot-hit suburbs http://www.turkishdailynews.com.tr/article.php?enewsid=94415 Rumors: (UK) Report: "Al-Qaida ties to British crash probed -- UK intel examining whether hackers tampered with airliner's electronics" http://www.wnd.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=59825 January 22, 2008 PM Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com Afghan reporter accused of blasphemy sentenced to death: official -- AFP describes as "devoutly Islamic Afghanistan" http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080123/wl_afp/afghanistanmediareligion_080123064910;_ylt=Alc_4IiA3Ka1FQX1DpbE48POVooA http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/January/subcontinent_January769.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= Afghan journalist sentenced to death for distributing paper 'against Islam' http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/22/asia/AS-GEN-Afghan-Journalist-Death-Penalty.php http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080122/ap_on_re_as/afghan_journalist_death_penalty_1 http://ap.google.com/article/ALeqM5ir_nVfK4lypJtUCo37h_LjjpicWQD8UB47G00 (U.S.) News Summary: Accused Al-Qaeda Jihadist Jose Padilla Sentenced -- by Jeffrey Imm http://counterterrorismblog.org/2008/01/jose_padilla_news_summary.php (U.S.) Accused Al Qaeda Operative Jose Padilla Gets 17 Years -- sentence of 17 years, 4 months on conviction of conspiracy and material support charges with two others (Adham Amin Hassoun 15 years, 8 mo and Kifah Wael Jayyousi 12 years, 8 mo) -- District Judge Marcia Cooke gave Padilla credit for 3 1/2 years held as an enemy combatant and her view that he had "harsh conditions" http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,324605,00.html http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080122/ap_on_re_us/padilla_terror_charges_4;_ylt=AuiTxb2ViYqmjQ49v7ahjv8Tv5UB (U.S.) Retrial begins in Sear Tower terror case -- jury selection begins in "Liberty City Seven" retrial http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080122/ap_on_re_us/terrorism_investigation_1;_ylt=AtE8BhCVdqy11.FRfMv6MagTv5UB (Iraq) General says al-Qaida on the run in Iraq http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080122/ap_on_go_ca_st_pe/us_iraq_1;_ylt=AtGC4XmclaE1iaGN3rOBaINX6GMA (Iraq) After Al Qaeda - Residents of small towns in Iraq's bread basket cautiously venturing back into streets & normal life http://www.newsweek.com/id/97493 Iraq: First US soldier dies in attack on heavily armored MRAP vehicle http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1200572515416&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Pakistan) 44 killed in Pakistan militant fighting -- at Ladha fort raid - update http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080122/ap_on_re_as/pakistan_4;_ylt=AnkBC0rBdDmz5LWaDrmB.hLzPukA (Pakistan) U.S. commander in Pakistan as Taliban attack fort http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080122/wl_nm/pakistan_violence_dc_6;_ylt=AohpZCzwGRg2.NWtLyFKXHjOVooA (Pakistan) Taliban a bigger problem than al Qaeda, Musharraf says http://www.earthtimes.org/articles/show/176857,taliban-a-bigger-problem-than-al-qaeda-musharraf-says.html (U.S.) More intel needed on Pakistan terrorists -- U.S. State Department's counterterrorism chief Dell Dailey http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080122/ap_on_go_ca_st_pe/us_pakistan_2;_ylt=AoeDOwVbgAzjm5bYI6x79S_zPukA Al Qaeda Isolated, Key US Official Says -- U.S. State Department's counterterrorism chief Dell Dailey http://www.usnews.com/blogs/news-desk/2008/01/22/al-qaeda-isolated-key-us-official-says.html (U.S.) Guantanamo Bay: Supreme Court Justices rule against Muslim inmate -- Prisoner sued after Quran disappeared in transfer between prisons http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/22783023/ (India) Assam: 8 injured in blast; militant killed (updated) http://www.rediff.com/news/2008/jan/22assam.htm EU Will Keep FARC on Terrorism List http://www.voanews.com/english/2008-01-22-voa15.cfm?rss=war%20and%20conflict Algeria To Leaflet Against Al-Qaeda In Maghreb http://www.thememriblog.org/blog_personal/en/4743.htm Hamas and Fatah loyalists scuffle during protest against blockade http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1200572519983&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Palestinian Territories) The Hate Industry: the Palestinian media affiliated with both Hamas, Fatah and the Palestinian Authority continue incitement against Israel http://www.terrorism-info.org.il/malam_multimedia/English/eng_n/html/hi_200108e.htm - Download full report with appendices http://www.terrorism-info.org.il/malam_multimedia/English/eng_n/pdf/hi_200108e.pdf Report: "Palestinian group sounds like Al Qaeda but forgoes violence" - Hizb ut-Tahrir moves to fill void left by Hamas in the West Bank http://www.csmonitor.com/2008/0122/p01s03-wome.html (Russia) 2 killed, 3 injured in blast and militant attack in south Russia http://en.rian.ru/russia/20080122/97554047.html (Australia) No bar to cash for terrorists - Hamas & Hezbollah masking terror donations as charity http://www.theaustralian.news.com.au/story/0,25197,23094131-2702,00.html Bin Laden Son Video http://video.msn.com/?mkt=en-us&fg=rss&vid=2a8921e1-3fc3-4aae-9133-796cabe4b7a8&from=34 January 22, 2008 Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Iraq) Suicide bomber hits Iraq school; 22 hurt -- in Baqouba - school near other govt buildings http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080122/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq_080119205235;_ylt=AhaQ70RJ8oEYWNrylHQNHZdX6GMA (Iraq) Four al-Sahwa members killed in clash with al-Qaeda W. Baghdad - police http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1063440 (Iraq) US opens personnel files on al-Qaeda recruits http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/iraq/article3226966.ece (Iraq) Anbar Teenage Suicide Bomber Believed to Be Part of Family Plot -- update http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,324427,00.html (Afghanistan) Six Taliban killed in clash with Afghan police -- in Kandahar province, other Taliban captured in Kandahar province http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1063540 (Pakistan) Five Pakistan troops killed in militant fort raid: army -- at Ladha http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080122/wl_sthasia_afp/pakistanunrest_080122100233;_ylt=Ag5IwuSUw.pk5R5Md8Di5bzzPukA http://www.outlookindia.com/pti_news.asp?id=537550 Pakistan: US mission was next target, says teenage suspect in Bhutto's murder -- Aitezaz Shah http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1796882952 (Pakistan) Scotland Yard may quiz Bhutto suspect: official http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080122/wl_sthasia_afp/pakistanattacksbhutto_080122092102;_ylt=AluRBEwiAsYlraVBEMGdYOrzPukA (Pakistan) 'Benazir murder suspect had suicide jacket, explosives' http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\01\22\story_22-1-2008_pg7_5 Pakistan: Pro-Taliban chief warns govt. against entering his area of tribal region -- Pakistan's Tehreek-i-Taliban leader, Baitullah Mehsud, says repercussions if military attacks in South Waziristan continue http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1796882580 (Pakistan) Musharraf decries West's 'obsession' with democracy http://www.dawn.com/2008/01/22/top1.htm (Pakistan) US helping Pakistan tackle extremism 'in its own way': envoy Richard Boucher http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080121/pl_afp/afghanistanunrestpakistanus_080121223231;_ylt=AiVNo8UPVFlfughlvR1Xpx_OVooA (India Assam) 2 injured in bomb blast in Assam-WB border http://sify.com/news/fullstory.php?id=14592954 (U.S.) Padilla sentence due in terror case http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080122/ap_on_re_us/padilla_terror_charges (U.S.) Building Bridges, Aiding Jihad -- by Robert Spencer - further analysis of Mark Deli Siljander case and challenge in working with international charities http://www.humanevents.com/article.php?id=24565 (U.S.) Fighting Financial Jihad - The Libel Terrorism Protection Act - Soon in New York State - by Rachel Ehrenfeld http://www.terrorfinance.org/the_terror_finance_blog/2008/01/fighting-financ.html The Fallacy of Grievance-based Terrorism - Commentary by special ops officer for commander, U.S. Naval Forces Europe, & commander, U.S. 6th Fleet http://www.meforum.org/article/1830 (Iran) Powers skeptical on Iran resolution deal http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080122/wl_nm/iran_nuclear_dc_7;_ylt=AnFZ9c9rT7.2DomobL2yOU1Sw60A Iran Warns Netherlands Not to Air Controversial 'Anti-Muslim' Film http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,324406,00.html http://www.expatica.com/nl/articles/news/Iran-warns-NL-about-Wilders_-film.html US fears 'disastrous' links in Latin America with Islamic militants -- influence of Iran http://www.iranfocus.com/modules/news/article.php?storyid=13869&tr=y&auid=3321116 (Lebanon) Sunni-Shiite violence rises in Lebanon amid political crisis http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/22/africa/ME-GEN-Lebanon-Sectarian-Fights.php (Gaza) UNSC to hold emergency meeting on Gaza http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2008/January/middleeast_January333.xml§ion=middleeast&col= (Gaza) Palestinian gunmen open fire on troops near Gaza border fence http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1200572513944&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Gaza) IAF attacks Palestinian gunmen in northern Gaza Strip http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1200572512058&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (West Bank) IDF troops arrest 16 Palestinian terror suspects in the West Bank http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1200572512250&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Israel) 4 Kassam rockets land outside Sderot http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1200572512480&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Yemen) Alleged assassins arrested in Yemen -- who killed 2 Belgian tourists http://www.expatica.com/be/articles/news/Alleged-assasins-arrested-in-Yemen-.html (UK) Warning Over Rise In Female Terrorists -- Growing numbers of young Muslim women are turning to violent extremism http://news.sky.com/skynews/article/0,,91211-1301699,00.html http://news.scotsman.com/latestnews/Terror-fears-as-young-Muslim.3696545.jp (UK) Extremists turn attention to Muslim women http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2008/01/22/nmuslim122.xml (UK) Universities join battle against terror as guidelines are agreed http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/uk/education/article3228018.ece (UK) Colleges told to watch for militant Islamists http://www.christiantoday.com/article/colleges.told.to.watch.for.militant.islamists/16381.htm (UK) 'English mosques are more radical than those in Iraq' says Iraq's deputy Prime Minister http://www.dailymail.co.uk/pages/live/articles/news/news.html?in_article_id=509698&in_page_id=1770&ito=newsnow http://www.blackburncitizen.co.uk/news/newsheadlines/display.var.1981693.0.iraq_deputy_prime_minister_in_blackburn_mosque_jibe.php (UK) Laptop ban for civil servants after data loss http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2008/01/22/nlaptops122.xml Denmark: International terrorism links -- Abu Khubayb aka Babar Ahmad? http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/01/denmark-international-terrorism-links.html (Spain) Controversial terrorism congress brings 400 victims to Madrid http://news.monstersandcritics.com/europe/news/article_1387895.php/Controversial_terrorism_congress_brings_400_victims_to_Madrid (Netherlands) Another Anti-Koran Film Stirs Up Holland http://www.spiegel.de/international/europe/0,1518,529994,00.html Indonesia: Jihad may have ended in Poso, says think-tank http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1797183524 (Thailand) Rebels shoot dead two in Thai south: police -- Pattani ambush - gunmen hiding in a mosque fired at group http://www.hindustantimes.com/StoryPage/StoryPage.aspx?id=76b7af9e-e50e-4fa7-b94d-755b2ef2fa61&&Headline=Rebels+shot+dead+two+in+Thai+south http://www.nationmultimedia.com/breakingnews/read.php?newsid=30063069 Sri Lanka pours forces into south after rebel attacks http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/January/subcontinent_January731.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= North Korea media: US not meeting commitments http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080122/ap_on_re_as/koreas_nuclear_1;_ylt=Avd6ktNw_eFnWTkUmv_KWPuCscEA -- related graphic http://news.yahoo.com/nphotos/North-Korea-North-Korea/ss/events/wl/121202northkorea/s:/ap/20080122/ap_on_re_as/koreas_nuclear/im:/080122/photos_wl_pc_afp/b40938c13f423db1594bff16a2d19193/;_ylt=Aj.5wjN0qMTAVtNZu9eqRiP9xg8F (Columbia) Former FARC hostage Rojas could stop calling them terrorists if hostages released http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/21/europe/EU-GEN-Spain-Colombia-Rojas.php My father is a very kind man: Osama's son http://ia.rediff.com/news/2008/jan/22osama.htm Poll: Muslims, West see divisions deepening -- report on poll states Saudis, Iranians and Pakistanis see no Islam-West conflict http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\01\22\story_22-1-2008_pg7_9 http://asia.news.yahoo.com/080121/3/3dxbd.html -- WEF press release http://www.weforum.org/en/media/Latest%20Press%20Releases/IslamWestPR -- poll findings (Acrobat PDF) http://www.weforum.org/pdf/C100/Islam_West.pdf Other News: Russia bombers to test-fire missiles in Atlantic http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080122/wl_nm/russia_spain_flights_dc_4;_ylt=AlbycLoMeuHzUhT8tURaC3l_5GIA NATO 'must prepare to launch nuclear attack' http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2008/01/22/wnato122.xml (UK) London top western center for Islamic finance: Report http://mathaba.net/rss/?x=578942 Danish Muslim Party says Denmark will be Muslim country soon http://mathaba.net/rss/?x=578671 Malaysia: Women bypass anti-abortion law -- "I'd rather do this than to be beaten up by my father for ruining his reputation" http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/CultureAndMedia/?id=1.0.1797067658 Malaysia's Islamic-run state to strictly separate lines for men, women in supermarkets http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/22/asia/AS-GEN-Malaysia-Gender-Lines.php Malaysia seizes Christian books -- claiming the illustrations of prophets such as Moses and Abraham violate Islamic Shariah law http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080122/FOREIGN/762353591/1001 Malaysia urges global community to make Israel lift blockade on Gaza -- Malaysian Prime Minister Abdullah Ahmad Badawi, who the 57-member Organization of Islamic Conference http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/22/asia/AS-GEN-Malaysia-Israel-Gaza.php January 21, 2008 PM Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Iraq) Suicide bomber kills 15 at Iraq funeral -- in funeral tent in Sunni village of Hajaj http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080121/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq_080119205230 (Iraq) Troops move in after Qaeda in Iraq target bombed http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080121/ts_afp/iraqunrestjabour_080121173646;_ylt=AumIto5uAFtq58oZoxnMh42s0NUE (U.S.) New York: Cops: Pipe-bomb suspect admits to anti-Semitic scrawls -- believed that Ivaylo Ivanov spray-painted swastikas or hate messages at two synagogues and other locations including "Kill Jews" http://www.newsday.com/news/local/crime/ny-nypipe0122,0,4448385.story -- previous report http://www.newsday.com/news/local/newyork/ny-nybomb215546502jan21,0,6522659.story -- AP report http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,324509,00.html Time: A Pakistan Link in Europe Arrests http://www.time.com/time/world/article/0,8599,1705561,00.html Spain now says no terror suspects from India http://www.ibnlive.com/news/spain-now-says-no-terror-suspects-from-india/57082-2.html (UK) MoD laptop thefts 'could raise terror threat' - Did terrorists get military personnel files in theft of laptops? http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2008/01/21/ndata221.xml (UK) Three military laptops with secure data missing http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/uk/article3227172.ece Turkish court charges three in car bombing http://www.dailystar.com.lb/article.asp?edition_id=10&categ_id=2&article_id=88239 Israel Agrees to Ease Gaza Blockade http://wtopnews.com/?nid=105&sid=578156 Sri Lanka says kills 15 rebels in latest fighting http://www.reuters.com/article/asiaCrisis/idUSCOL200800 Sri Lanka Says Rebel Commander Killed Near Jaffna http://www.bloomberg.com/apps/news?pid=20601080&sid=aOpbJHXMuY7U&refer=asia January 21, 2008 Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Iraq) Car bomb kills at least two -- 9 wounded -- in Mosul http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,23088740-23109,00.html (Iraq) US says warplanes pound Al-Qaeda in Iraq targets -- Sunni Arab Jabour area http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080121/wl_mideast_afp/iraqunrestjabour_080121065219;_ylt=AhcktU8cS.KVfC67aQfh1JxX6GMA (Iraq) 240 suspects held in Iraq, two US soldiers killed http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/focusoniraq/2008/January/focusoniraq_January66.xml§ion=focusoniraq (Iraq) US military says suspected Shiite militia leader killed -- Jawad Abdul-Kadim http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1200572508417&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Iraqi tribal chief: Teen bomber had help -- clansmen rounded up Monday in Anbar province http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080121/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq_080119205224;_ylt=AobBVjLwGRlRJXUFgQMTGL5X6GMA Iraq official: 3 suicide bombers at large in Anbar after blast http://www.cnn.com/2008/WORLD/meast/01/20/iraq.main/index.html?iref=hpmostpop (Iraq/Iran) U.S. says Iran still training Iraqi militias http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080121/ts_nm/iraq_dc_16;_ylt=AvaaxJ.Pet8DQRr7eJsxg.FX6GMA (Iraq) Papers Paint New Portrait of Iraq's Foreign Insurgents http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2008/01/20/AR2008012002609.html?hpid=topnews Iraq parliament considers amnesty for detainees http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/focusoniraq/2008/January/focusoniraq_January67.xml§ion=focusoniraq (Afghanistan) NATO soldier killed in Afghanistan http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/January/subcontinent_January700.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (Afghanistan) Militants shoot dead Afghan official involved in peace process http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1063042 (Afghanistan) Terrorism the key challenge, Afghan leader tells parliament -- Karzai seeks to have terrorism fought at "original sources" - does not define what they are http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080121/wl_sthasia_afp/afghanistanunrestparliamentkarzai_080121115517;_ylt=AhFvmy6bCsR43OpuEol_DroTv5UB Report: Afghans protest over claim Koran desecrated http://africa.reuters.com/world/news/usnISL239565.html http://www.dailymail.co.uk/pages/live/articles/news/worldnews.html?in_article_id=509528&in_page_id=1811&ito=newsnow (Pakistan) Two al Qaeda suspects to be handed over to the US -- Khan Baba Abdur Rasool and Noor Rab Khan http://www.satp.org/satporgtp/detailed_news.asp?date1=1/21/2008#10 http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\01\20\story_20-1-2008_pg1_8 (Pakistan) Militants strike at supply trucks in Pakistan headed for Afghanistan http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/21/asia/AS-GEN-Pakistan.php Pakistan Intelligence Bureau chief shot dead in Peshawar http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/World/Pakistan/Pak_IB_chief_shot_dead_in_Peshawar/articleshow/2716083.cms (Pakistan) "Pakistani Taliban now an effective fighting force": Harvard academic Hassan Abbas http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\01\20\story_20-1-2008_pg7_7 (Pakistan) Security blanket thrown over Rawalpindi, Islamabad http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\01\20\story_20-1-2008_pg11_2 Pakistan braces for elections amid flaring violence http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1063303 (India J&K) Four militants killed in encounter in Jammu and Kashmir http://news.webindia123.com/news/Articles/India/20080121/873867.html (India J&K) Two Pak-based insurgents killed in Indian-administered Kashmir http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1063206 (India) Two more held in Tamil Nadu for 'assisting' LTTE http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Top_Headlines/Two_more_held_in_Tamil_Nadu_for_assisting_LTTE/articleshow/2716035.cms (U.S.) Atlanta: The Case Of Syed Haris Ahmed: Suspect Coveted Jihad Life http://www.ajc.com/metro/content/printedition/2008/01/20/terrorsuspect0120.html (U.S.) Care International Case: Judge F. Dennis Saylor - "Terror tag isn't right" -- Judge not persuaded of Justice Dept. term -- warned jurors not a terrorism case, but rather a tax fraud and false statement case -- conviction January 11 http://www.telegram.com/article/20080120/NEWS/801200423/1116 (U.S.) Connecticut: Terror case relies on 'coded talk' -- former Navy sailor Hassan Abu-Jihaad http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080119/ap_on_re_us/navy_terror US agents insured against 'terror' lawsuits http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2008/01/21/wagents121.xml (U.S.) Senate office: FISA authority in Constitution http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080121/NATION/884596216/1001 (U.S.) Muslim groups sue counter-terror activist -- Claim they were threatened by his protest tying organization to Hamas -- Americans Against Hate sought to demonstrate against the Islamic Circle of North America, or ICNA http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=59746 http://www.frontpagemag.com/Articles/Read.aspx?GUID=F5AACF88-0C2A-44B3-9E2D-549192C8579A http://www.frontpagemag.com/Articles/Read.aspx?GUID=2bc35d0d-ff74-4915-ae4f-864bc335c777 http://www.americansagainsthate.org/HamasDonorICNA.htm (U.S.) FBI denies file exposing nuclear secrets theft http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/us_and_americas/article3216737.ece Guyana man held in terror plot against JFK denies involvement http://www.newsday.com/news/local/wire/newyork/ny-bc-ny--jfk-terrorplot0120jan20,0,4887783.story Al-Qaeda Sympathizers Urge Israel Attack http://news.sky.com/skynews/article/0,,30200-1301612,00.html (Al-Qaeda) Sympathizers hungry for al Qaida answers http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/21/africa/ME-GEN-Mideast-Ask-Al-Qaida.php Al-Qaeda's "black widow": France to be punished -- Fatiha Mejjati, widow of Karim Mejjati - he had been suspected in Madrid bombings http://news.xinhuanet.com/english/2008-01/21/content_7466910.htm (Lebanon) Grenade blast hits car of Lebanon judge's wife http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/lebanonunrest;_ylt=AmSq.D6AJ7sEmUlKrbGgKNfagGIB (Lebanon) Al Qaeda-inspired militants stir up Lebanon http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?f=/c/a/2008/01/21/MNUIUID6S.DTL (West Bank) Israeli troops kill Palestinian Islamic Jihad member in West Bank http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2008/January/middleeast_January317.xml§ion=middleeast&col= (Gaza) Israel Defense: 'Gaza blackout is a Hamas deception' http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1200572500679&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Israel) Kassam rocket, two mortar shells fall in western Negev http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1200572508606&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull IDF troops arrest 5 Palestinian terror suspects in West Bank operations http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1200572503493&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Egypt Police Arrest 29 Muslim Brotherhood Members http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080121/wl_africa_afp/egyptpoliticsislamarrest_080121111332 http://www.nasdaq.com/aspxcontent/NewsStory.aspx?cpath=20080121\ACQDJON200801210639DOWJONESDJONLINE000138.htm&selected=9999&selecteddisplaysymbol=9999&StoryTargetFrame=_top&mkt=WORLD&chk=unchecked&lang=&link=&headlinereturnpage=http://www.international.na (Algeria) Four Islamists killed in Algeria http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080121/wl_africa_afp/algeriaunrest;_ylt=A0WTcVvHoZRHQ1QBHA9vaA8F Yemen detains Qaeda suspects after tourist attack http://www.boston.com/news/world/middleeast/articles/2008/01/20/yemen_detains_qaeda_suspects_after_tourist_attack/ (Mauritania) 4 charged with abetting terrorists after killings of French tourists in Mauritania http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/20/africa/AF-GEN-Mauritania-Tourists-Killed.php (Mauritania) Interpol warrant for French tourists' suspected killer -- Maarouve Mohamed Habib http://www.expatica.com/fr/articles/news/Interpol-warrant-for-French-tourists_-suspected-killer.html Somalia: Anti-Government Activities Spreading, Warns AU http://allafrica.com/stories/200801210916.html (Ethiopia) US Citizen Jailed in Ethiopia More Than One Year on Terror Charge -- Mohamed Farah Hassan http://www.voanews.com/english/2008-01-21-voa13.cfm (Russia) 2 Russian servicemen killed in attack in Chechnya http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1200572506100&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Spain wants to question terror suspects -- asks Spanish National Court for more time to question 14 Islamists arrested Saturday (12 Pakistanis and two Indian nationals) http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080121/ap_on_re_eu/spain_terror_arrests_1;_ylt=AnJgZtiHDkh2LPMAvVUkqRsTv5UB http://www.expatica.com/es/articles/news/Police-seek-to-extend-detention-of-suspected-members-of-terrorist-cell.html (Spain) Indians arrested in Spain had LeT links: Report http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Spain_arrests_Indians_had_LeT_links/articleshow/2718801.cms German Jews Warned of Terror Threat From Lebanon http://www.dw-world.de/dw/article/0,2144,3080176,00.html http://www.expatica.com/de/articles/news/Police-issue-terrorist-warning-to-Berlin_s-Jewish-community--.html (UK) BBC Newsnight report "Cyberterrorist" on Younis Tsouli -- Evan Kohlmann: "Over the space of only two years, he become the undisputed king of internet terrorism" http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/programmes/newsnight/7195873.stm (UK) Terror trial jury retires -- trial of five men accused of "actively assisting" the failed July 21 bombers http://ukpress.google.com/article/ALeqM5iZ-v0MxB-MI_5gFl3W7xpEq7bTgQ (UK) 'We want to offer sharia law to Britain' http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2008/01/20/nsharia_120.xml&CMP=ILC-mostviewedbox http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/01/uk-advocating-sharia-system.html (UK) Failed states can harbor terrorism: Brown http://www.hindustantimes.com/StoryPage/StoryPage.aspx?id=4cd222b8-5247-4fd4-8d7c-fc7ab6444398&&Headline='Failed+states+can+harbour+terrorism' (UK) Smith Says 42-Day U.K. Terror Proposals Are 'Absolute Maximum' http://www.bloomberg.com/apps/news?pid=20601102&sid=aiknnYKnzlgw&refer=uk UK seeks Indian help on terror http://www.ndtv.com/convergence/ndtv/story.aspx?id=NEWEN20080039042&ch=1/20/2008%206:37:00%20PM Serbia: Terrorism expert receives death threat -- Darko Trifunovic http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1793823194 (Thailand) Roadside bomb injures soldiers in Narathiwat http://www.bangkokpost.com/breaking_news/breakingnews.php?id=125318 Philippine forces capture Abu Sayyaf militant suspected of beheading marines http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/21/asia/AS-GEN-Philippines-Abu-Sayyaf.php http://www.earthtimes.org/articles/show/176192,philippine-police-arrest-suspect-in-beheading-of-marines.html (Philippines) Supreme Court thumbs down special courts for terror cases http://newsinfo.inquirer.net/breakingnews/nation/view_article.php?article_id=113620 (Sri Lanka) Military claims 48 killed in Jaffna fighting http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/January/subcontinent_January705.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= North Korea slams 'reckless' US jet deployment http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080120/wl_asia_afp/nkoreanuclearweaponsskorea_080120213518;_ylt=Ai_Sz0ozZ0k9j.v.uI4b5.6CscEA (Columbia) French President Sarkozy supports Church mediation in FARC hostage release http://www.earthtimes.org/articles/show/176328,sarkozy-supports-church-mediation-in-farc-hostage-release--summary.html (Columbia) French president says Colombia's FARC rebels should stay on terrorist lists http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/21/europe/EU-GEN-France-Colombia.php (Egypt) The development of a jihadist's mind - by Tawfik Hamid http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1200475901923&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Egypt) Bin Laden's son to father: Change your ways -- Omar bin Laden says he doesn't believe his dad is a terrorist http://www.cnn.com/2008/WORLD/meast/01/21/binladen.son/index.html http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2008/01/21/bin_ladens_son_fathers_no_terrorist/8494/ (Bhutan) Explosions rock Bhutan ahead of first polls http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,23087495-23109,00.html Other News: Beware Fool's Gold -- and Shari'a Finance -- by Alyssa A. Lappen http://frontpagemagazine.com/Articles/Read.aspx?GUID=99BA1C91-19C9-4694-B70D-9CCDF1BAEC59 (Germany) Muslim Women Behind Wall of Silence in Germany http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=17819775&ft=1&f=3 (Europe) Book Review: Islamists and Naivists: An Indictment http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/01/book-review-islamists-and-naivists.html (Europe) Survey: Europeans fear greater interaction with Muslim world http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/01/survey-europeans-fear-greater.html (Netherlands) Mosques open doors after Wilders' film http://www.expatica.com/nl/articles/news/Mosques-open-doors-after-Wilders_-film.html Saudi Couple Divorced in Absentia Remain Apart Despite 2-Year Struggle http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,324138,00.html Bangladeshi court acquits university teachers of fomenting campus violence http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/21/asia/AS-GEN-Bangladesh-Teachers-Acquitted.php (U.S.) Bomb scare in Brooklyn Heights -- Bulgarian-born Ivaylo Ivanov once served in the U.S. military in Bosnia Man charged after cops find pipe bombs, guns in his apartment, sparking evacuation of nearby buildings http://www.newsday.com/news/local/newyork/ny-nybomb215546502jan21,0,6522659.story (Israel) Watchdog monitors 'anti-Jewish trends' of Jerusalem universities http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=59786 (Brazil) Drugs, guns and secret passage: samba school in crisis http://www.guardian.co.uk/brazil/story/0,,2243380,00.html January 20, 2008 Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Iraq) Suicide bombing kills 6 in Anbar, Iraq http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080120/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq;_ylt=AvnGYkAveKnmApb74QznmsKs0NUE (Iraq) At Least 9 Killed in Attacks in Northern Iraq on Shiite Holy Day http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2008/01/19/AR2008011900515.html (Iraq) Shiite holiday marred by violence in Iraq -- Death toll from fighting in two mainly Shiite cities at least 68 http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/22728491/ (Iraq) US: Armor-Piercing Bomb Attacks Down http://ap.google.com/article/ALeqM5gkx-3oYeFwuWKCusr2jrojs98w8wD8U9Q9580 (Iraq) The Great Moqtada Makeover - U.S. hopes to turn Sadr's supporters as they have former Sunni insurgents http://www.newsweek.com/id/96370 (Afghanistan) Update: Taliban attacks kill 12 in southern Afghanistan: officials http://afp.google.com/article/ALeqM5ihzblf9Czy6Rw91QSVW4OedkDnnw (Afghanistan) Taleban bomb kills five civilians in Afghanistan http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/January/subcontinent_January670.xml§ion=subcontinent&col (Afghanistan) Roadside Bomb Kills 5 Afghans http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080120/ap_on_re_as/afghan_violence_5 Pakistan gunships pound militant stronghold http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/January/subcontinent_January667.xml§ion=subcontinent&col Pakistan forces press attack on militant stronghold http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/January/subcontinent_January666.xml§ion=subcontinent&col (India) Top ULFA militant killed, explosives seized http://www.newkerala.com/one.php?action=fullnews&id=14993 India seeks details on terror suspects http://www.ndtv.com/convergence/ndtv/story.aspx?id=NEWEN20080039052&ch=1/20/2008%207:17:00%20PM (India) Serial blasts rip through Bhutan (4 blasts, no deaths) http://www.ndtv.com/convergence/ndtv/story.aspx?id=NEWEN20080039052&ch=1/20/2008%207:17:00%20PM Iran gets fourth batch of nuclear fuel from Russia http://www.gulfnews.com/region/Iran/10183378.html Lebanon delays presidential vote - Until February 11 http://www.usatoday.com/news/world/2008-01-20-lebanon_N.htm?csp=34 (Syria) Saudi, Syria cut number of fighters getting into Iraq: US http://afp.google.com/article/ALeqM5jAHsE3m6JRUNvdGoAxqEiSzaaduQ (Gaza) Israeli missile strike kills one in Gaza-medics http://www.reuters.com/article/featuredCrisis/idUSL20135591 Gaza Power Plant Shut Down Following Israeli Security Blockade http://www.voanews.com/english/2008-01-20-voa12.cfm (Somalia) Mortars fired as new Somali PM arrives in Mogadishu http://www.reuters.com/article/worldNews/idUSL208291520080120 (Algeria) US warns its citizens in Algeria after Al-Qaeda attacks: embassy http://afp.google.com/article/ALeqM5i5rJfgbhIrKetctRHF9R0JmTnr8A (UK) Muslim troops at risk after laptop theft http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/politics/article3216683.ece (Netherlands) Violence fear over Islam film - Counter-terrorism alert over movie that will denounce Koran http://observer.guardian.co.uk/world/story/0,,2243805,00.html Spain alerts Britain after foiling bomb plot on eve of Musharraf visit http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/europe/article3216714.ece (Sri Lanka) Sri Lanka says independence celebrations on despite bloodshed http://afp.google.com/article/ALeqM5j75sua6mZxTa5zx2UvQFHBcze2gA Sri Lankan military says it launched assault on rebel boats http://www.hindu.com/thehindu/holnus/000200801201550.htm Colombian army frees two hostages kidnapped by FARC http://www.eitb24.com/new/en/B24_83553/world-news/KIDNAPPED-ON-FRIDAY-Colombian-army-frees-two-hostages/ January 19, 2008 Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com Spain arrests 14 suspects on Islamist 'terrorism' ties: ministry -- in Barcelona http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080119/wl_afp/spainattacksarrests_080119100050;_ylt=AuYfJXP5NvKSk6VQvbJvS8gTv5UB Spain says Islamists may have planned attack http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080119/wl_nm/spain_arrests_dc Spanish police find explosive material in Barcelona sweep: minister http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080119/wl_afp/spainattacksarrestsrubalcaba_080119123122;_ylt=AtVTjmOAhaWYIIrRMKV6fWoTv5UB (Iraq) Bombing in Kirkuk during Ashoura kills 2 http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080119/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq_violence_1;_ylt=AkoajXcZUi00CnBpgTByUNhX6GMA (Iraq) Bomb explosion kills US soldier in Baghdad http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1062461 (Iraq) Security forces raid mosque -- "Soldiers of Heaven" stronghold (my title) http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080119/ts_afp/iraqunrestreligionshiite_080119125557;_ylt=AvZR9EQWFMykYGX__LysLiJX6GMA (Iraq) Sadr gunmen besiege government official at Baghdad district http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1062454 (Iraq) Sadr's militia threatens to end 6-month truce http://www.iht.com/articles/2008/01/18/mideast/iraq.php Iraq's 'Awakening' pacts prove complicated -- Agreements with U.S. deliver everything from militia paychecks to seeds http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/22739412/ Afghan president calls for unity against extremism http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080119/wl_sthasia_afp/afghanistanreligionunrestashurakarzai_080119101849;_ylt=AoaJxFyIN2_n01gSuiVR.eXOVooA (Afghanistan) Taliban now seriously in the fight, war begins: NGO http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080119/wl_sthasia_afp/afghanistanunrestngo_080119055403;_ylt=AomgE8JydeKuvInrCe1Ye8TOVooA (Afghanistan) Taliban hang Afghan for 'spying' - in Kandahar http://www.dawn.com/2008/01/19/top17.htm Pakistani police say avert bomb, cyanide disaster -- in Karachi - seize suicide bomb jackets, grenades, and cyanide to be used in poison drinks - to kill Shiites http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080119/wl_nm/pakistan_shiites_dc_1;_ylt=AtwJGCqeVcNSrITk62fuFGHzPukA http://www.dawn.com/2008/01/20/top2.htm http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\01\20\story_20-1-2008_pg1_7 Pakistan troops capture 50 militants: military-- operations in Ladha and Chaghmalai http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080119/wl_sthasia_afp/pakistanafghanistanunrestarrest_080119102106;_ylt=AnbjqnHaggAvJ8rMbF64XWvzPukA (Pakistan) Seven suspected militants taken into custody - in Tank http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\01\19\story_19-1-2008_pg7_6 (Pakistan) 'Dozens of militants killed near Afghan border' http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/January/subcontinent_January625.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (Pakistan) One killed in Pakistan tribal area clash: official http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080119/wl_sthasia_afp/pakistanafghanistanunrest_080119065334;_ylt=ArZZRrz0f96wa1UnqE_MbanzPukA Pakistan arrests teen suspect in Bhutto plot: officials http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080119/ts_afp/pakistanattacksbhuttoarrest_080119123752;_ylt=AkuvwZwBrUjNXDtj3LHJTEHzPukA (Pakistan) Bombers on the prowl? Peshawar remains deserted for fear of terrorism on Ashura http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\01\19\story_19-1-2008_pg7_16 -- related AKI report http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1786188624 (Pakistan) 11 suicide bombers enter Rawalpindi http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\01\19\story_19-1-2008_pg7_8 (Pakistan) Frontier insurgency spills into a Pakistani city -- growth of Taliban in Peshawar http://www.iht.com/articles/2008/01/18/asia/18peshawar.php -- related Pakistan Daily Times report http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\01\19\story_19-1-2008_pg7_5 (Pakistan) Taliban refuse to free soldiers http://www.asianage.com/presentation/leftnavigation/news/international/taliban-refuse-to-free-soldiers.aspx (Pakistan) Islami Jamiat Talaba (IJT) supports extremists in Waziristan and Swat http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\01\19\story_19-1-2008_pg7_38 (Pakistan) Bomb explodes outside CD shop http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\01\19\story_19-1-2008_pg7_22 Pakistan military retreats from Musharraf's influence http://news.yahoo.com/s/mcclatchy/20080118/wl_mcclatchy/2820378 (U.S.) Miami: Padilla Co-Defendants Deny Links To Al-Qaida http://cbs4.com/local/jose.padilla.terrorism.2.633392.html (U.S.) Moussaoui lawyers file appeal argument http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080118/ts_alt_afp/usattackscourtmoussaoui (U.S.) SEC Terror-Ties Tool Under Attack From Corporate Groups http://money.cnn.com/news/newsfeeds/articles/apwire/0712568003872a1df5c98115a909b73f.htm (U.S.) DHS to Unveil New Disaster Response Plan http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2008/01/18/AR2008011803586.html (U.S.) Guantanamo Bay: Lawyers for Detainee Refer In Filing to More CIA Tapes -- Majid Khan http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2008/01/18/AR2008011803347.html?hpid%3Dtopnews&sub=AR CIA launches hunt for international computer hackers threatening to hold cities ransom by shutting off power http://www.dailymail.co.uk/pages/live/articles/news/worldnews.html?in_article_id=509186&in_page_id=1811 (U.S.) Tom Ridge: Waterboarding is torture http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080118/ap_on_go_ca_st_pe/terrorist_interrogation Hezbollah has 'heads' of Israeli soldiers, says Hezbollah chief http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080119/wl_mideast_afp/lebanonhezbollahisraelreligion_080119115034;_ylt=Au_L5ITps3zP8TPinUkGvrfagGIB http://www.news.com.au/couriermail/story/0,23739,23078085-5003402,00.html 2 Hamas men reported dead in IAF strike http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1200572488772&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (West Bank) Pardoned Fatah terrorists planning suicide attacks -- Gunmen granted amnesty by Israeli leader plotting wave of violence http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=59761 (Gaza) Israel uses bombs and blockade in attempt to stop Gaza rocket attacks http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/18/africa/ME-GEN-Israel-Palestinians-12th-Ld-Writethru.php (Gaza) Organization of the Islamic Conference urges UN Gaza intervention http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,23079425-38201,00.html (Kenya) German citizen suspected of terrorist activities released in Kenya, wife says http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/19/europe/EU-GEN-Germany-Kenya-Arrests.php (Yemen) Al-Qaeda suspected of killing Belgian tourists in Yemen http://www.euronews.net/index.php?page=info&article=465498&lng=1 (Yemen) Survivor describes Yemen attack http://edition.cnn.com/2008/WORLD/meast/01/18/yemen.tourists.ap.ap/ (Algeria) US Embassy warns employees to limit movements in Algiers amid possible threats http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/19/africa/AF-GEN-Algeria-US-Security.php Russia Could Use Nuclear Weapons as Preventive Measure to Thwart Major Threat, Official Says - military chief of staff General Yuri Baluyevsky http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,324006,00.html http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1200572490414&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Russia keeps Kosovo from United Nations http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2008/01/19/russia_keeps_kosovo_from_united_nations/8950/ Serbia: Convicted terrorists get 40-year sentence http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1786417829 (Canada) Newspaper ordered to reveal sources in CSIS terrorism investigation leak http://money.canoe.ca/News/MediaHold/2008/01/18/4781265-cp.html (Thailand) Strategy against insurgents to be adjusted http://www.bangkokpost.com/breaking_news/breakingnews.php?id=125275 (India) Bomb-making unit raided, PMK functionary absconding http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/India/Bomb-making_unit_raided_PMK_functionary_absconding/articleshow/2713121.cms (India Assam) Cops recover two bombs from a bus in lower Assam http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Cops_find_two_bombs_on_a_bus_in_lower_Assam/articleshow/2714063.cms (Sri Lanka) Sri Lanka military: Fighting kills 35 Tamil rebels, 1 soldier in embattled north http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/19/asia/AS-GEN-Sri-Lanka-Civil-War.php (North Korea) U.S. disavows human rights envoy's harsh view of North Korea talks http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080118/pl_nm/korea_north_usa_dc_1;_ylt=AotVAPN3rKHq32J._5m9QcaCscEA Other News: "Belarus jails Prophet Mohammad cartoon publisher" http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080118/wl_nm/belarus_mohammad_dc_2 (Gaza) Hamas recruiting women for police (my title) http://www.iht.com/articles/2008/01/17/africa/gaza.php (Netherlands) Film could spark new wave of Muslim riots -- Authorities brace for new release said to show Quran being torn up http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=59771 (UK) Jesuits warn against demonizing Muslims http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/comment/faith/article3212730.ece http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/comment/faith/article3206732.ece (UK) Asylum seeker on fake passport worked for immigration service for a year http://www.dailymail.co.uk/pages/live/articles/news/news.html?in_article_id=509115&in_page_id=1770 (UK) Ministry of Defense loses data of 600,000 would-be recruits http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml;jsessionid=0ABMZPL2FAGJHQFIQMFSFFWAVCBQ0IV0?xml=/news/2008/01/19/ndata119.xml January 18, 2008 PM Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com Secret Al Qaeda Terrorist Gets Life for Plotting to Blow Up U.S. Embassies (updated) -- Canadian Mohammed Mansour Jabarah http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,323885,00.html Israel flattens Hamas ministry in Gaza Strip - Closes Gaza border also http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080118/ts_nm/palestinians_israel_dc (U.S.) FBI probes World Bank bomb threat: spokesperson http://www.reuters.com/article/domesticNews/idUSN1831799920080118 (U.S.) Are Islamist Groups Trying to Influence the Race to the White House? - Steven Emerson http://www.familysecuritymatters.org/terrorism.php?id=1386171 (UK) The Changing Face of Salafi-Jihadi Movements in the United Kingdom - CTC Sentinel Vol. 2, page 4-5 -- Luton mosque using "child imams" to promote pro-Jihad teachings as they are too young to be held responsible for prosecution http://www.ctc.usma.edu/sentinel/CTCSentinel-Vol1Iss2.pdf (UK) Child Abuse: British Jihad Supporters Using Kids to Incite Terror http://mypetjawa.mu.nu/archives/190811.php (UK) Jury out in 'terror camps' trial -- Mohammed Hamid and four others - prosecutors say were camps to groom young Muslim men for violence http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/7195600.stm (UK) Terror charge dropped against men -- Adam Mohamed and Imad Shoubaki on conspiring to possess money for terrorist purposes -- Imad Shoubaki faces charge of possessing terrorist documents http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/7196454.stm (UK) Doctors in court over car bomb plot - in connection with the failed car bomb attacks on London and Glasgow http://ukpress.google.com/article/ALeqM5iyyv-HnNwgrrNxud9bVzekg72c0w (Thailand) PM rejects idea al-Qaeda helping rebels http://www.bangkokpost.com/News/19Jan2008_news04.php Other News: (U.S.) Armed Man Arrested Near U.S. Capitol http://www.wtop.com/?nid=25&sid=1329237 January 18, 2008 Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Iraq) US blitz on Al-Qaeda targets outside Baghdad http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080118/wl_afp/iraqunrestqaeda_080118123148;_ylt=Alg1V6v6CPzVru6OrLLVV7hX6GMA (Iraq) Police clash with "Soldiers of Heaven" Shiite cult gunmen in southern Iraq http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080118/wl_nm/iraq_clashes_dc_1;_ylt=ApgcSStkSktE.ScZ5LewH.hX6GMA (Turkey) About 60 rebel targets destroyed in Turkish air strike in Iraq http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080118/wl_mideast_afp/turkeykurdsunrest_080118131738;_ylt=An4aI..euGKa9lLwfN6GXZZX6GMA Turkey's army: 10 Kurdish rebels surrender as rebel camps attacked http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1200572485294&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Afghanistan) Seven NATO soldiers injured in Kandahar http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1062306 (Pakistan) Up to 90 militants killed in Pakistan tribal belt: army http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080118/wl_asia_afp/pakistanafghanistanunresttoll_080118134759;_ylt=As.xfgle1Vto3ioNtIdIsuPzPukA Pakistan gunship helicopters kill eight militants: army -- in the vicinity of Siplatoi Fort http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080118/wl_sthasia_afp/pakistanafghanistanunrest_080118084242;_ylt=At00q5CWi9Od6ECbSMylEsrzPukA (Pakistan) CIA chief Michael Hayden: Al-Qaida behind Bhutto slaying http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/22690096/ http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080118/wl_nm/pakistan_bhutto_blame_dc_1;_ylt=Au46VrzQED9AZ7.dWCmK.23zPukA (Pakistan) Two Pakistani militants escape from jail -- members of Lashkar-e-Jhangvi militant group http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/January/subcontinent_January606.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (Pakistan) 9 police dismissed in Rashid Rauf case - were arrested when suspected transatlantic jet attack plotter Rauf escaped from their custody http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\01\18\story_18-1-2008_pg7_30 -- related PTI news story http://www.outlookindia.com/pti_news.asp?id=536335 Pakistan on alert after Thursday suicide attack http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1062276 (Pakistan) Jamaat-i-Islami urges Taliban to give up violence http://www.dawn.com/2008/01/18/top12.htm (Pakistan) Militants snatch computers from ringtone shops http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\01\18\story_18-1-2008_pg7_27 (U.S.) Secret terrorist to be sentenced in NY -- Canadian Mohammed Mansour Jabarah pled guilty to plotting bomb attacks on American embassies five years ago - worked as a collaborator http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080118/ap_on_re_us/secret_terrorist http://www.thestar.com/News/article/295231 (U.S.) Feds: Al Qaeda Figure Plotted Killings in Captivity -- Al Qaeda Operative Wanted to Kill FBI Agents He Cooperated With http://www.abcnews.go.com/TheLaw/story?id=4151869&page=1 -- and -- Canadian faces life for Al Qaeda bomb plot http://www.thestar.com/News/World/article/295224 (U.S.) Lawyers say Padilla should serve no more than 10 years on terror conviction http://afp.google.com/article/ALeqM5g_ib9nyUQz8H_LCfx2nXLeMFGcpg (U.S.) Bomb threat closes World Bank buildings -- in Washington D.C. http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080118/ap_on_go_ot/world_bank_threat_1 (U.S.) DHS to Replace 'Duplicative' Anti-Terrorism Data Network -- "Homeland Security Information Network" http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2008/01/17/AR2008011703279.html (U.S.) Chertoff: Tougher ID rules for borders -- beginning in 2 weeks http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080118/ap_on_go_ca_st_pe/border_security_17;_ylt=AhVZTSWv_isbzV99wFrWIaQTv5UB (U.S.) Commentary: Western blindness -- by Diana West http://washingtontimes.com/article/20080118/EDITORIAL04/280469968/1013/EDITORIAL Al Qaeda Claims Its Space On The Web -- New Report Says Terrorists Are Increasingly Using The Web For Recruitment And Training http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2008/01/17/eveningnews/main3725693.shtml (India) 2005 Delhi blasts: Charges against Tariq Ahmed Dar http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/India/2005_Delhi_blasts_Charges_framed_against_Dar/articleshow/2711933.cms Iran receives nuke fuel -- from Russia http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080118/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iran_nuclear_russia_1;_ylt=AnKRdOGvrEnFZl1QzdI4HZlSw60A (Gaza) Militant killed in latest Israeli strike on Gaza -- killed a member of Hamas in the town of Jabaliya on Friday http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2008/January/middleeast_January277.xml§ion=middleeast&col= (Gaza) Missiles launched on several Israeli targets http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1062286 Fatah's Al Aqsa Martyrs Brigades: 'Peace partner' vows suicide bombings -- 'Our reaction will come soon in the middle of your cities' http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=59743 (Yemen) Gunmen attack tourists in Yemen -- at least two Belgians killed and several others wounded in incident http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/22725992/ (Yemen) Belgian tourists shot dead 'by Islamists' in Yemen http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/middle_east/article3210650.ece Ethiopian official: "Many" ethnic Somali Americans, Europeans detained for terrorism links http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/18/africa/AF-GEN-Ethiopia-Terrorism.php http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1200572485403&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Somalia: Heavy Battles in Mogadishu Kill 20, Wound 90 - update http://allafrica.com/stories/200801180218.html (Kenya) Dutch 'terror suspects' arrested in Kenya http://www.expatica.com/nl/articles/news/Dutch-_terror-suspects_-arrested-in-Kenya.html Denmark: Terror suspect supported by music "Outlandish" star http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/01/denmark-terror-suspect-supported-by.html Thailand: Muslim rebels funded by al-Qaeda, claims official http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1784450680 http://afp.google.com/article/ALeqM5hcWuw5wCgeWQhAsroV3JC5zkLrWA http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/18/asia/AS-GEN-Thailand-Southern-Violence.php Thai government admits ties between southern insurgency and international terrorism http://news.xinhuanet.com/english/2008-01/18/content_7447975.htm (Thailand) Probe set over Thaicom terror broadcasts -- of Hezbollah's Al-Manar http://www.bangkokpost.com/breaking_news/breakingnews.php?id=125241 (Thailand) More violence in South 'irrelevant to transition' http://www.bangkokpost.com/breaking_news/breakingnews.php?id=125245 Philippine leader cites drop in political killings, but numbers differ from activists' http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/18/asia/AS-GEN-Philippines-Political-Killings.php (Sri Lanka) 11 civilians killed by suspected Tamil rebels in Sri Lanka http://www.earthtimes.org/articles/show/175341,11-civilians-killed-by-suspected-tamil-rebels-in-sri-lanka.html North Korea unlikely to abandon nuclear arms: Bush human rights envoy http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080118/pl_afp/usnkoreanuclearweaponsdiplomacy_080118020902;_ylt=At7mx0yXkvruBzO99RzXw0mCscEA (Nepal) Bus fire kills 7 in insurgency-hit southern Nepal; police investigating possible attack http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/18/asia/AS-GEN-Nepal-Bus-Fire.php (Columbia) U.S. seriously concerned about Chavez's backing of FARC http://news.xinhuanet.com/english/2008-01/18/content_7444865.htm Other News: (Afghanistan) Media group calls for release of two Afghan journalists http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080118/wl_sthasia_afp/afghanistanmedia_080118061749;_ylt=AiJ9vUnMaiZZMqSSNtAJJiTOVooA (Austria) Islamic groups angry over Mohammed comment http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2008/01/18/islamic_groups_angry_over_mohammed_comment/7264/ Pakistan Islamists impose shaving fine -- in Khyber Agency http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2008/01/18/pakistan_islamists_impose_shaving_fine/9327/ (Kosovo) Putin warns Kosovo on independence bid http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,23075087-23109,00.html EU announces visa-free talks with Serbia, ahead of vote http://www.eubusiness.com/news-eu/1200660422.03 EU: Simplifying divorces could lead to promotion of sharia law http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/01/eu-simplifying-divorces-could-lead-to.html (Belgium) Antwerp: Converts to open mosque http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/01/antwerp-converts-to-open-mosque.html Netherlands: 'Halal Girls' best TV shows in 2007 http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/01/netherlands-halal-girls-best-tv-shows.html Netherlands: Khat to stay legal http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/01/netherlands-khat-to-stay-legal.html (Netherlands) Arab European League (AEL) makes film to counter Wilders' Koran film http://www.expatica.com/nl/articles/news/AEL-makes-film-to-counter-Wilders_-Koran-film.html Israel: Spy sentenced to five years' jail -- David Shamir http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1784670181 (U.S.) Liberal anti-religious sentiment toward conservative Christians is finding its way into the upper reaches of the Pentagon and the U.S. military http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080118/NATION04/696008582/1008&template=nextpage (Pakistan) scholar Dr Mehmood Ahmad Ghazi: 'Islam doesn't support terrorism' http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\01\18\story_18-1-2008_pg7_43 Against Nazi News: (Canada) Accused Nazi to be sent to Italy http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2008/01/18/accused_nazi_to_be_sent_to_italy/3584/ January 17, 2008 PM Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Iraq) Suicide bomber targets Iraqi Shiites -- killing at least 11 at a mosque in violent Diyala province http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080117/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq_080101205485;_ylt=AgpofOtVMTCPlPBWFbDGbKJX6GMA (Iraq) U.S. General sees more Iraqi security forces http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080117/ap_on_go_ca_st_pe/us_iraq_16;_ylt=ApUZ.HTkzlbS35NbVtZHaXJX6GMA (Iraq) US-Iraqi troops sweep Al Qaeda village haven http://www.csmonitor.com/2008/0118/p07s04-woiq.html Pakistan: Al-Qaeda leaders call for new Jihad against armed forces -- Takfiri militants Qadri Tahir Yaldeshiv and Abdul Khaliq Haqqani http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1781636777 (Pakistan) Blast at Pakistan Shiite mosque kills 9 - update on Peshawar teenage suicide bomb attack http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080117/wl_nm/pakistan_violence_dc_8;_ylt=ArhcqdUI.iH8JGV2AGVvI.PzPukA (Pakistan) 'Taliban' go for anti-Musharraf wall chalkings in Islamabad http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\01\18\story_18-1-2008_pg7_3 (Israel) Security forces thwart Jihad plan to bomb Tel Aviv-Jerusalem railroad -- terror ring planned numerous attacks against Israel, including derailment of passenger trains from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem http://www.haaretz.com/hasen/spages/945819.html http://www.ynetnews.com/articles/0,7340,L-3495629,00.html http://news.xinhuanet.com/english/2008-01/18/content_7442192.htm Iran defiant after Israeli missile test http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080117/wl_nm/israel_iran_dc_5;_ylt=AqpF.kYr74I4FngXFIjnjtNSw60A Commentary: Terror's financiers - by Rachel Ehrenfeld and Alyssa A. Lappen http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080117/EDITORIAL/795604793 (U.S.) Lawyer: Goss never objected on CIA tapes http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/cia_videotapes;_ylt=AuZld2NJrnNh2W.KKb0ROYkTv5UB (India) Three injured in bomb explosion in Kathmandu http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/World/Rest_of_World/Three_injured_in_bomb_explosion_in_Kathmandu/articleshow/2708461.cms (Lebanon) US security team inspects site of Lebanon bomb blast http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1200572477487&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Africa) Harakat Al-Shabab Al-Mujahideen Calls to Attack Capitals of African Countries Participating In Peacekeeping Force in Somalia: 'We [Join] the Mujahideen in the Global Islamic War Against the Cross' http://www.memri.org/bin/opener_latest.cgi?ID=SD181408 Algerian security forces kill al-Qaeda-inspired suspects east of capital http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1877009&Language=en Algerian minister blasts UN over bomb probe plan http://www.reuters.com/article/latestCrisis/idUSL1738650 (Somalia) 16 killed in heavy fighting in Somali capital http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/17/africa/AF-GEN-Somalia.php (UK) Tackling 'terror Svengalis' on web a priority http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2008/01/17/nterror517.xml (UK) Government renames Islamic terrorism as 'anti-Islamic activity' to woo Muslims http://www.dailymail.co.uk/pages/live/articles/news/news.html?in_article_id=508901&in_page_id=1766&ito=1490 (UK) Commentary: Slouching towards dhimmocracy http://www.spectator.co.uk/melaniephillips/454956/slouching-towards-dhimmocracy.thtml Osama bin Laden's Son Says He Wants to Be 'Ambassador for Peace' Between Muslims and the West http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,323605,00.html (Sri Lanka) Air force jets destroy rebel hide-out; clashes kill 30 insurgents, military says -- update http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/17/asia/AS-GEN-Sri-Lanka-Civil-War.php January 17, 2008 Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Iraq) American forces nab notorious insurgency chief in Iraq http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1062013 (Iraq) At least 12 killed, 15 wounded, al-Qaeda suspects detained in Iraq http://news.monstersandcritics.com/middleeast/news/article_1387257.php/At_least_12_killed_15_wounded_al-Qaeda_suspects_detained_in_Iraq (Iraq) Three US soldiers killed north of Baghdad - on Wednesday - during a military operation in Salahuddin http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1061918 (Iraq) U.S. boosts its use of airstrikes in Iraq -- Fivefold increase targeting al-Qaeda safe houses supports troop increase http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/22690090/ (Afghanistan) Gates: Afghan shortfalls remain, no more U.S. troops http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080117/us_nm/afghan_usa_gates_dc_1;_ylt=AgV.lF2UEDq0dGR9Bf3uIs7OVooA (Afghanistan) NATO ill-suited for battle with Taliban, Gates says http://www.theglobeandmail.com/servlet/story/RTGAM.20080117.wafghangates17sb/BNStory/Afghanistan/?page=rss&id=RTGAM.20080117.wafghangates17sb http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/asia/article3201002.ece (Bahrain) Jubilation over terror verdict -- court gives just 6 month sentence for supporting terrorism in Afghanistan http://www.gulf-daily-news.com/Story.asp?Article=205967&Sn=BNEW&IssueID=30303 (Pakistan) Bomb kills 3 at mosque in Pakistan -- at Shiite mosque in Peshawar http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080117/ap_on_re_as/pakistan_47;_ylt=AjF5lzpslvXT6fPfUfssnUTzPukA (Pakistan) Army claims success in Swat operation: Militancy almost wiped out http://www.dawn.com/2008/01/17/top5.htm http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\01\17\story_17-1-2008_pg1_2 (Pakistan) Three 'suicide bombers' arrested in Hyderabad http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\01\17\story_17-1-2008_pg7_28 (Pakistan) Suicide bomber held in Chakwal http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\01\17\story_17-1-2008_pg7_29 (Pakistan) Rockets fired at Pakistan military base, no casualty -- in central Punjab province http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/World/Pakistan/Rockets_fired_at_Pakistan_military_base_no_casualty/articleshow/2708360.cms Pakistan intelligence official: Pakistani troops abandon post -- after terrorist threats -- at Saklatoi in South Waziristan -- Pakistan army official denies this http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080117/ap_on_re_as/pakistan_42;_ylt=AuP8AErQjVzujgtBfP2ke0zzPukA http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/17/asia/AS-GEN-Pakistan-Fort.php http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\01\17\story_17-1-2008_pg1_1 (Pakistan) Taliban Allies Take 2 Pakistan Forts http://abcnews.go.com/International/wireStory?id=4144176 (Pakistan) Islamic militants attack bases in Pakistan after seizing fort http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/17/asia/AS-GEN-Pakistan.php (Pakistan) Search for Pakistan troops missing after attack -- on the Sara Rogha fort in South Waziristan http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/January/subcontinent_January578.xml§ion=subcontinent (Pakistan) Militants make a claim for talks http://www.atimes.com/atimes/South_Asia/JA18Df02.html Pakistan govt briefs foreign envoys, allays concerns of nuke safety http://www.outlookindia.com/pti_news.asp?id=536016 (Pakistan) Peter Bergen: Benazir Bhutto was killed in Qaeda-Taliban operation http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008%5C01%5C17%5Cstory_17-1-2008_pg7_11 (U.S.) Atlanta: FBI grilled terror suspect Syed Haris Ahmed on Toronto visit http://www.thestar.com/News/article/294854 (U.S.) South Carolina Pipe Bomb Case: CAIR backs off support for terror suspects -- originally charged 'racial profiling' in case of 2 students arrested in S.C. http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=59728 (U.S.) Terror risk seen in Europe visa waiver (update) http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080117/NATION/470911880/1002/NATION U.S. interrogations successful, lawful: spy chief -- DNI Michael McConnell http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080117/ts_nm/security_cia_interrogations_dc_2;_ylt=AnSfknIAoQBrFsG9HkPACqYTv5UB (U.S.) Former CIA Official Will Not Testify on Destroyed Interrogation Tapes http://www.voanews.com/english/2008-01-16-voa35.cfm (U.S.) Commentary: A Congressman for Jihad -- by Robert Spencer -- on Mark Deli Siljander indictment http://frontpagemagazine.com/Articles/Read.aspx?GUID=56E8D09A-5CA4-4B46-8949-8B8A7BD72578 (U.S.) Commentary: The Laundering Lobbyist? -- on Mark Deli Siljander indictment http://www.newsweek.com/id/94811 (Kuwait) UN Sanctions 3 Kuwaitis for al-Qaida Tie http://www.foxnews.com/wires/2008Jan16/0,4670,UNTerrorSanctions,00.html (Lebanon) Al-Qaeda now unleashed in Lebanon http://www.middle-east-online.com/english/?id=23920 Lebanese police: car bomb targeting US Embassy vehicle had 20 kilograms of TNT http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/16/africa/ME-GEN-Lebanon-Explosion.php (Syria) Report: 'Syrian spy' busted before nuke attack -- Israel arrested Syrian militant accused of plotting against Israel prior to Israel's air raid of suspected site http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=59732 (Iran) U.S. to Pursue New Iran Sanctions http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,323388,00.html Iran warns sanctions could hurt oil supply http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2008/January/middleeast_January262.xml§ion=middleeast Iran nuclear negotiator in Beijing for talks http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2008/January/middleeast_January261.xml§ion=middleeast&col= (Iran) Israel test-fires ballistic missile after Iran warning http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080117/wl_afp/mideastconflictisrael_080117114729;_ylt=AgoSmThX0ISI5BuDhScysYBSw60A (Gaza) Hamas and Israel trade fire over Gaza http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080117/ap_on_re_mi_ea/israel_palestinians (Gaza) Blast rips through car in northern Gaza, Israeli military looking into report http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/17/africa/ME-GEN-Gaza-Blast.php (Gaza) Israeli soldier hostage close to release, says Arab report http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1781048366 (Israel) Rocket barrage reported in Gaza -- 17 rockets fired into Israel http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2008/01/17/rocket_barrage_reported_in_gaza/4743/ (Israel) Attack on Sderot injures two Israelis -- Radio Israel http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1061983 (Israel) Olmert: We'll fight Jihad and Hamas without mercy http://www.ynetnews.com/articles/0,7340,L-3495569,00.html Nigeria: Gov Amaechi's Attack On Terror http://allafrica.com/stories/200801170386.html Sudan: Rebel positions bombed in western Darfur http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1780770490 Serbia: Wahhabi terror suspect displays religious fervor in court -- told police: "You are my enemy and I don’t recognize this state and law, but only Allah the supreme." http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1778079509 Netherlands: Rotterdam terrorism suspects set free http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/01/netherlands-rotterdam-terrorism.html (UK) Ministers ditch the phrase 'war on terror' http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml;jsessionid=5YRHU0NJVL3W3QFIQMFSFGGAVCBQ0IV0?xml=/news/2008/01/17/nterror417.xml (UK) IT 'anorak' who spread al-Qa'eda hate: Younis Tsouli http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml;jsessionid=EZULBBJQUDW43QFIQMFSFGGAVCBQ0IV0?xml=/news/2008/01/17/nterror217.xml (UK) Home Secretary Jacqui Smith - Ban all radical websites http://icbirmingham.icnetwork.co.uk/mail/news/2008/01/17/jacqui-smith-ban-all-radical-websites-97319-20361262/ (UK) Experts say West can't stop Web radicalization http://uk.reuters.com/article/UKNews1/idUKL2658640020071106?rpc=401& (Spain) Petty criminals posing as ETA members try to extort money from businesses http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/17/europe/EU-GEN-Spain-Mimicking-ETA.php Sri Lanka: Military destroys rebel base after bomb attack http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1780653213 (India) LTTE suspects arrested in Delhi http://www.dawn.com/2008/01/17/top14.htm http://news.webindia123.com/news/Articles/India/20080117/871063.html (India) ULFA insurgent killed in Arunachal Pradesh encounter http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Top_Headlines/ULFA_insurgent_killed_in_Arunachal_Pradesh_encounter/articleshow/2707168.cms (India) Naxalites burn house of Bihar farmer http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Naxalites_burn_house_of_Bihar_farmer/articleshow/2708425.cms (Australia) Haneef remains under probe: Australian police http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Haneef_remains_under_probe_Australian_police/articleshow/2706719.cms Burmese bomb blast kills bus conductor http://www.bangkokpost.com/breaking_news/breakingnews.php?id=125224 Colombia to protest Chavez' support for FARC rebels http://www.straitstimes.com/Latest%2BNews/World/STIStory_197139.html Other News: (Afghanistan) Mullahs call for death penalty for young journalist held for past three months -- for "un-Islamic" comments http://www.rsf.org/article.php3?id_article=25090 (India) Muslims in India demand tycoon's apology for hosting Salman Rushdie http://www.earthtimes.org/articles/show/174856,muslims-in-india-demand-tycoons-apology-for-hosting-salman-rushdie.html Malaysian Islamic party still wants stonings http://www.straitstimes.com/Latest%2BNews/Asia/STIStory_197259.html Turkish PM: Head scarf ban can be lifted http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080116/ap_on_re_mi_ea/turkey_head_scarf_1;_ylt=AqaUYO5qIu7iChTauLhIKC7tfLkA Against Nazi News: (Germany) Jewish students attacked in Berlin http://www.expatica.com/de/articles/news/Jewish-students-attacked-in-Berlin.html Jerusalem-based Nazi hunters run against time http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080117/FOREIGN/101404669/1003 (Germany) Holocaust memorial group wins German government grant http://www.expatica.com/de/articles/news/Holocaust-memorial-group-wins-German-government-grant--.html January 16, 2008 PM Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (U.S.) Ex-Congressman, U.N. Delegate Indicted as Part of Terrorist Fundraising Ring -- Mark Deli Siljander charged with money laundering, conspiracy and obstructing justice -- Islamic American Relief Agency (IARA) alleged sent $130,000 to Al Qaeda / Taliban supporter http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,323250,00.html http://www.cnn.com/2008/US/01/16/former.congressman.indicted.ap/index.html -- Feds Charge Islamic Charity With Terrorist Financing http://www.kmbc.com/news/15064290/detail.html -- DOJ Press Release http://www.usdoj.gov/opa/pr/2008/January/08_nsd_029.html -- Indictment (PDF) http://counterterrorismblog.org/IARA_indictment.source.prod_affiliate.81.pdf -- Mark Deli Siljander sought to combat Islamophobia (my title) http://www.urbantulsa.com/gyrobase/Content?oid=oid%3A18513 (U.S.) Congressmen Seek Answers about Terror Expert's Firing -- (on Stephen Coughlin controversy) http://www.cnsnews.com/ViewNation.asp?Page=/Nation/archive/200801/NAT20080116a.html (U.S.) Commentary: Saving Major Coughlin -- by Andrew G. Bostom (on Stephen Coughlin controversy) http://www.americanthinker.com/2008/01/saving_major_coughlin.html (U.S.) Commentary: Eaton Agonistes, Redux? -- by Andrew G. Bostom (on Stephen Coughlin controversy) http://www.americanthinker.com/2008/01/eaton_agonistes_redux.html -- related article on Hersham Islam http://www.defenselink.mil/news/newsarticle.aspx?id=47795 UN NGO Consultative "Publication" Inter Press Service Reports: "Pentagon's Islam 'Expert' Hoisted by His Own Jihad" -- author Khody Akhavi also writes for "Electronic Intifada, "Truthout.org", and about "Outing the Israel Lobby" http://www.ipsnews.net/news.asp?idnews=40812 http://electronicintifada.net/v2/article9112.shtml -- IPS has 'general' NGO consultative status with ECOSOC at the United Nations, and the OECD status of "ODA eligible international organization". -- IPS praised by former UN Kofi Annan http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Inter_Press_Service http://www.ips.org/institutional/get-to-know-us-2/what-people-say/ Pakistan court defers appeal hearing in Daniel Pearl case http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Pak_court_defers_appeal_hearing_in_Daniel_Pearl_case/articleshow/2706143.cms US military: Pakistan welcoming bigger US role inside country http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Pak_welcoming_bigger_US_role_inside_country_US_military/articleshow/2706493.cms (India) Two Bangladeshi terrorists arrested in West Bengal http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Top_Headlines/Two_Bangladeshi_terrorists_arrested_in_West_Bengal/articleshow/2705265.cms Gaza airstrikes kill five, rocket barrage on Israel (update) http://news.monstersandcritics.com/middleeast/news/article_1387209.php/Gaza_airstrikes_kill_five_rocket_barrage_on_Israel__2nd_Roundup_ Jordan Islamists urge government to cut ties with Israel over Gaza http://www.earthtimes.org/articles/show/174536,jordan-islamists-urge-government-to-cut-ties-with-israel-over.html (Europe) Commentary: Cultural Weapons That Radicalize Europe's Muslims -- by Olivier Guitta http://www.jewishpolicycenter.org/pf.php?id=93 (Europe) Good News for Alleged Al Qaeda Financier - European court opinion could lead to unfreezing of Yasin al Qadi's assets http://abcnews.go.com/Blotter/story?id=4144982&page=1 (Spain) Wife of Spanish judge fired over book -- on Madrid trial http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080116/ap_on_re_eu/spain_terror_trial (UK) Skepticism greets "Al Qaeda in Britain" founding http://www.reuters.com/article/internetNews/idUSL1535200620080116?rpc=401&feedType=RSS&feedName=internetNews&rpc=401 UN chief urges global dialogue on terrorism http://www.iht.com/articles/2008/01/16/europe/spain.php Hamas vows revenge after 19 killed http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1200308091565&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull January 16, 2008 Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Iraq) Female suicide bomber kills 8 in Iraq -- near a popular market and Shiite mosque in Diyala province http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080116/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq_080101205467;_ylt=AunX.0E3kbcAqj8szaJVJutX6GMA (Iraq) 13 killed, 18 injured in bomb attacks around Iraq -- bomb planted near bus station in Baghda, two bombs in Zafaranyah, US soldier killed in Anbar, and Diyala suicide bomber http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/focusoniraq/2008/January/focusoniraq_January56.xml§ion=focusoniraq (Iraq) U.S. Combat Engineers take IED attacks 'personally' http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080116/FOREIGN/913002127/1003 (Afghanistan) NATO soldier killed, another wounded in Afghanistan -- in Arghandab district of Kandahar province http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1060752 (Afghanistan) Germany may send 240 combat troops to Afghanistan http://www.earthtimes.org/articles/show/174373,germany-may-send-240-combat-troops-to-afghanistan--summary.html (Pakistan) Militants capture Pakistani fort, 47 dead -- Sara Rogha area in South Waziristan -- 7 soldiers killed, 40 terrorists killed, 20 soldiers missing -- terrorists claim fort is in their control http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080116/wl_nm/pakistan_violence_dc_4;_ylt=ApzJ7lAhMQfJ9LBtSoBrhg3zPukA http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/January/subcontinent_January547.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (Pakistan) 13-year-old suicide bomber sole casualty in Mohmand blast http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\01\16\story_16-1-2008_pg7_7 (Pakistan) Militants escape control of Pakistan: officials http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\01\16\story_16-1-2008_pg1_9 Pakistan says foreign intervention an 'enemy act' -- foreign ministry warn of any unauthorized military strike by international forces against Al-Qaida in Pakistan http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/World/Pakistan/Pakistan_says_foreign_intervention_an_enemy_act/articleshow/2705497.cms Pakistan: Political leaders in danger, says government http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1776496259 (Pakistan) PPPP if voted to power will hold dialogue with Pakistani Taliban : Aseff Ahmad http://www.app.com.pk/en/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=26484&Itemid=2 (India J&K) Forces bring down terror in Jammu & Kashmir http://economictimes.indiatimes.com/PoliticsNation/Forces_bring_down_terror_in_Jammu__Kashmir/articleshow/2703331.cms (U.S.) New charges added in Fort Dix plot case -- additional charges include attempted murder http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080116/ap_on_re_us/fort_dix_plot_1 (U.S.) Padilla acted with terrorist aim, U.S. judge says -- judge rules Padilla fits criteria for "terrorism enhancement" sentencing guidelines http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080115/ts_nm/usa_padilla_dc (U.S.) Judge: Terror suspects will get 30 to life http://www.latimes.com/news/nationworld/nation/la-na-padilla16jan16,1,6010057.story?coll=la-headlines-nation (U.S.) Atlanta: Terror suspect thought it'd be "thrilling" to spy - for Islamists -- Syed Haris Ahmed -- sought to support "brothers" overseas whose goal was to fight Muslim oppressors everywhere -- conspired with others in Chicago http://www.ajc.com/cobb/content/metro/atlanta/stories/2008/01/15/terror_0116.html (U.S.) DHS Secretary Chertoff says Europe poses terrorism threat -- BBC Interview: "One of the things we have become concerned about lately is the possibility of Europe becoming a platform for a threat against the United States" http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080116/us_nm/britain_usa_security_dc http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/americas/7190788.stm U.S. intel alerted to threat of 'Forest Fire Jihad' http://www.worldtribune.com/worldtribune/WTARC/2008/me_terror_01_15.asp (U.S.) Report: Station Chief Made Appeal To Destroy CIA Tapes http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2008/01/15/AR2008011504090.html?hpid=topnews (Hezbollah) Thaicom switches off 'Terror TV' -- Thaicom announced on Wednesday it had ended satellite broadcasts by the Hezbollah propaganda TV channel al-Manar http://www.bangkokpost.com/topstories/topstories.php?id=125197 http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1200475893715&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Lebanon) Security tightened as Lebanon probes anti-US attack http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080116/wl_mideast_afp/lebanonpoliticsattacks_080116120230;_ylt=AtRYHqfUw4LmHqtGRVOYDfzagGIB -- Related Lebanon Daily Star news coverage http://www.dailystar.com.lb/article.asp?edition_id=1&categ_id=2&article_id=88079 (Lebanon) Beirut Terrorists Flub Attack on U.S. Diplomats http://blogs.abcnews.com/theblotter/2008/01/beirut-terroris.html (Lebanon) US Embassy limits staff movement after Beirut bomb http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080116/ts_nm/lebanon_investigation_dc_1;_ylt=AiZBIgrcg2Xr628GVcB8MqragGIB Lebanon warrants issued against al-Qaida -- accusing 10 jailed Al-Qaeda of planning terror attacks and naming another 10 suspected Al-Qaeda members at large http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080115/ap_on_re_mi_ea/lebanon_al_qaida Hezbollah leader says any US attack on Iran would be a mistake http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/15/africa/ME-GEN-Lebanon-Hezbollah-Iran.php (Iran) New U.S. audit questions efficacy of Iran sanctions -- Iran has signed about $20 billion in energy contracts with foreign firms since 2003 http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080116/pl_nm/iran_usa_sanctions_dc_2;_ylt=AkU.nhkR0OyLXhZQnUkq7gBSw60A Iran hopes for solution in nuke dispute -- despite reports of U.N. Security Council plans to discuss further sanctions http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080116/ap_on_re_mi_ea/nuclear_iran_3;_ylt=AkBI.Fw3.vLXx24EupZ7zfBSw60A (Gaza) Israeli aircraft fire missile at Gaza rocket launchers, two wounded http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/16/africa/ME-GEN-Israel-Palestinians.php (Gaza) Exiled Hamas leader says Gaza raids hurt chances of prisoner swap, truce with Israel http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/16/africa/ME-GEN-Syria-Hamas-Israel.php West Bank: Jihadi leader killed in Israeli raid -- Walid Obeidi, leader of the military wing of the Palestinian militant group Islamic Jihad http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1776496585 http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2008/January/middleeast_January249.xml§ion=middleeast&col= http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1200308098164&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Israel) 8 Kassam rockets fired at Ashkelon http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1200308098636&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Israel lodges official complaint with UN over Kassams http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1200308098101&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Egypt: US to send more soldiers to Sinai to fight terrorism http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Politics/?id=1.0.1776861229 (Mauritania) U.S. to help Mauritania confront al Qaeda threat http://www.reuters.com/article/worldNews/idUSL1624659520080116?rpc=401& (Libya) U.S. Judge Orders Libya to Pay $6 Billion for Airplane Bombing http://blogs.wsj.com/law/2008/01/16/judge-orders-libya-to-pay-6-billion-for-airplane-bombing/ Algeria says "unilateral" UN bomb probe unwelcome http://africa.reuters.com/top/news/usnBAN639619.html (UK) Islamist threat against UK PM Gordon Brown investigated -- fears that a posting on Alekhlaas web site declaring "the creation of the al-Qaeda organization in Britain" may be genuine http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/uk/article3194982.ece http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2008/01/16/nterror116.xml (UK) The world's most wanted cyber-jihadist -- additional detail on Younes Tsouli -- http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/americas/7191248.stm (UK) Al-Qaeda's 007 http://women.timesonline.co.uk/tol/life_and_style/women/the_way_we_live/article3191517.ece (UK) British Muslim computer geek, son of diplomat, revealed as Al Qaeda's top cyber terrorist http://www.dailymail.co.uk/pages/live/articles/news/news.html?in_article_id=508543&in_page_id=1770&ito=newsnow (UK) Britain's police balk at plug-in to FBI database http://www.washingtontimes.com/article/20080116/NATION/614573663/1002 EU court adviser recommends unfreezing assets of Saudi with suspected al-Qaida links -- Yasin al-Qadi, head of Saudi-based Muwafaq Foundation, is trying to appeal the freezing of his assets http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/16/europe/EU-GEN-EU-Court-Terror-List.php Turkey in denial of al-Qaeda threat http://www.atimes.com/atimes/Middle_East/JA17Ak01.html (Thailand) Police detain three suspected bombers -- in a recent roadside bombing in Narathiwat province http://www.bangkokpost.com/breaking_news/previousdetail.php?id=125187 (Thailand) Hunt focuses on Narathiwat -- hunt for escaped terror suspects http://www.bangkokpost.com/topstories/topstories.php?id=125105 Philippines: Female "sexy bombers" may be new terror weapon, say police -- women suicide bombers being trained by latest weapon from the Islamic terrorist group Jemaah Islamiyah http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1776496556 (Sri Lanka) Bomb kills 31 on Sri Lankan bus as peace monitors pull out -- truce ends http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/asia/article3195134.ece http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1776231969 http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/January/subcontinent_January548.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= North Korea says US hardliners trying to wreck nuclear deal http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080116/wl_asia_afp/nkoreanuclearweaponsskoreaus_080116073707;_ylt=Arvf7gKREX4.HN79srxIXsyCscEA (Myanmar) Explosion on Myanmar bus kills conductor: official http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/16/asia/AS-GEN-Myanmar-Explosion.php Australia govt not to challenge Haneef's visa reinstatement http://economictimes.indiatimes.com/PoliticsNation/No_further_appeal_in_Haneef_case/articleshow/2704308.cms (Australia) Man named Jihad caught driving with loaded gun, tazer http://www.news.com.au/dailytelegraph/story/0,22049,23063175-5006009,00.html (Columbia) German leader against removing Colombian rebels from terror list http://www.cnn.com/2008/WORLD/americas/01/15/chavez.merkel.ap/ Other News: (U.S.) Textbook: Islamic 'jihad' means doing good works -- Also includes Muslims fighting 'to protect themselves from harm' http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=59707 New UN forum aims to promote cross-cultural understanding http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080115/wl_afp/unforum_080115061150;_ylt=Au4SZuCGYMJzFwLB1RPPRfYTv5UB Standard & Poor's voted best Islamic rating agency http://www.menafn.com/qn_news_story_s.asp?StoryId=1093181648 Saudi Arabia to get satellite-guided bombs from US http://www.dawn.com/2008/01/16/top12.htm (Qatar) Former Dean of Islamic Law at Qatar University Abd Al-Hamid Al-Ansari: It is the Innocent Who Pay the Price for the Incitement by the Preachers of Hatred http://memri.org/bin/latestnews.cgi?ID=SD181308 (U.S.) DC: When the Rules Run Up Against Faith -- Prep Athlete Wearing Muslim Clothing Disqualified From Track Meet http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2008/01/15/AR2008011503356.html?hpid%3Dmoreheadlines&sub=AR Netherlands: Joy over death of soldiers http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/01/netherlands-joy-over-death-of-soldiers.html Belgium: Halal investments http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/01/belgium-halal-investments.html Antwerp: Politician wears hijab in protest http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/01/antwerp-politician-wears-hijab-in.html UK: Shop bans hijab http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/01/uk-shop-bans-hijab.html Other Extremist Group News: Commentary: Obama's Farrakhan Test http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2008/01/14/AR2008011402083.html?hpid=opinionsbox1 Obama distances himself from Farrakhan http://www.boston.com/news/politics/politicalintelligence/2008/01/obama_distances.html January 15, 2008 PM Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (U.S.) Playing Tricks with the Fort Dix Six? - Handwriting analysis casts doubt on key evidence in Fort Dix case http://www.time.com/time/nation/article/0,8599,1703471,00.html (U.S.) Feds agree to recognize fallen 9/11 EMT http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080115/ap_on_re_us/hero_death_benefits;_ylt=AhJSrK9jvzRIX8iuUPKaxR2s0NUE (U.S./Columbia) Treasury Targets FARC Financial Network in Colombia - Press release on new designations - http://www.treas.gov/press/releases/hp762.htm http://counterterrorismblog.org/2008/01/chavez_and_the_farcthe_unveili.php (U.S.) The Terror Apologist in the Edwards Camp -- by Steven Emerson http://www.investigativeproject.org/article/589 Other News: (U.S.) Nashville: Muslim cabbie gets six years for running over student after religious argument http://www.wsmv.com/news/15048768/detail.html (Australia) Daughter 'threatened if she renounced Islam' http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,23058304-2,00.html January 15, 2008 Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Lebanon) Bomb Blast Rocks Beirut, U.S. Embassy Car Reportedly Hit http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,322793,00.html (Lebanon) Blast kills 3 and wounds eight in Beirut http://africa.reuters.com/world/news/usnL15330517.html (Iraq) MEMRI: Prominent Salafi Jihadist Sheikh Tries to Quell Escalating Strife between Al-Qaeda and Awakening Movement in Iraq http://memri.org/bin/latestnews.cgi?ID=SD181108 (Iraq) Raid shows risks in new tactic to hunt al-Qaeda http://www.usatoday.com/news/world/iraq/2008-01-14-Rangers_N.htm (Afghanistan) Four arrested after Kabul hotel attack kills seven -- Monday attack on Serena Hotel by Taliban gunmen and suicide bomber http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080115/wl_sthasia_afp/afghanistanblastunrest_080115114718;_ylt=An2bVNXZ8662gEPILoqXJsDOVooA Afghan hotel attacker wore cop uniform -- Afghan intelligence says plot masterminded by Mullah Abdullah, ally of Siraj Haqqani in Pakistan http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080115/ap_on_re_as/afghanistan_29;_ylt=AizdYKN2HtfrE_JajTlqTtHOVooA (Afghanistan) 'Mastermind' behind Kabul hotel attack named by Afghan officials http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/asia/article3189798.ece (Afghanistan) Taliban warns of more restaurant attacks after Serena Hotel bombing -- Zabiullah Mujahid: "We have jihadists in Kabul right now and soon we will carry out more attacks against military personnel and foreigners." http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/15/asia/AS-GEN-Afghan-Hotel-Explosion.php Afghan hotel raid targeted Western civilians http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080115/wl_nm/afghan_violence_dc_2;_ylt=Ai0vB8jGPE11eO1rcPu9eq3OVooA Afghan force on track despite Taliban attacks: British commander http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080115/wl_uk_afp/afghanistanunrestbritainmilitary_080115122742;_ylt=Ak0pi1FnLchRikq45WcR5gTOVooA (Afghanistan) Bomb forces Australia embassy out -- of Kabul http://www.theaustralian.news.com.au/story/0,25197,23059498-5013871,00.html (Afghanistan) Comment: symbol of post-Taliban Kabul attacked -- With a tactic used by al-Qaeda in Baghdad, the Taleban has landed a psychological blow on the shaky Afghan Government http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/asia/article3186704.ece Pakistan: Seven soldiers killed in Taliban ambush in border area -- in the Mohmand Agency http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1772095593 (Pakistan) Two miscreants killed in a suicide bomb in northern Pakistan http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1060366 (Pakistan) Police probe fresh Pakistan bombing -- in Karachi http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/January/subcontinent_January511.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (Pakistan) Life for 3 for bid to kill Musharraf -- members of Harkat-ul Mujahideen http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080115/india_nm/india314117_2;_ylt=At5thB7_ybj8nl6zs77hcSETv5UB (Pakistan) Taliban, Lashkar-e-Jhangvi (LJ) militants plan attacks in nine cities -- 300 militants assigned targets in settled areas http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\01\15\story_15-1-2008_pg1_8 (Pakistan) Around 36 terror suspects held in Faisalabad http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\01\15\story_15-1-2008_pg1_7 (Pakistan) Police arrest would-be bomber -- in Swat http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\01\15\story_15-1-2008_pg7_5 (Pakistan) Brother of Fazlullah's spokesman killed http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\01\15\story_15-1-2008_pg7_4 (Pakistan) Former Pakistan minister Sumera Malik on Al-Qaeda's hit list: report http://www.hindustantimes.com/StoryPage/StoryPage.aspx?id=a641f9fb-c5f2-4ee6-a384-a76431dd5237&&Headline='Former+Pak+minister+on+Al-Qaeda's+hit+list' Pakistani government urges election candidates to avoid large rallies amid fears of attack http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/15/asia/AS-GEN-Pakistan.php (India J&K) "Commander" of Pakistan-based Lashkar group killed in Indian-administered Jammu and Kashmir http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1060326 (India Assam) Tribal rebels kill five in India's Assam http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/January/subcontinent_January508.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (U.S.) Atlanta: Terror suspects filmed DC landmarks, FBI agent says -- two Americans who traveled to Toronto and met with some of the 17 people arrested in the 2006 Canadian terror sweep also shot videos of Washington landmarks that were found on a British terror suspect's computer http://www.theglobeandmail.com/servlet/story/LAC.20080115.TORBRIEFS15-1/TPStory/TPNational/Ontario/ (U.S.) Miami: Padilla could get 'terrorism enhancement' label -- addresses purpose, not capability to carry out terrorist attack http://www.newspress.com/Top/Article/article.jsp?Section=NATIONAL&ID=565227630682832948 (U.S.) Trained dogs to help secure U.S. Super Bowl sites http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080114/us_nm/nfl_superbowl_dc (Syria) PRC, Islamic Jihad to attend Hamas-sponsored conference in Syria http://www.maannews.net/en/index.php?opr=ShowDetails&ID=27198 (Gaza) 17 Palestinians killed in Gaza violence -- Israeli raids kill militants in Gaza http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080115/ap_on_re_mi_ea/israel_palestinians;_ylt=A9G_R3Cys4xHyssAeQ1vaA8F http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1771851457 (Gaza) Son of Hamas leader among dead in Gaza violence http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/15/africa/ME-GEN-Israel-Palestinians.php (Gaza) Hamas claims responsibility for kibbutz shooting attack http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1200308091565&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Palestinian officials: 'Syria, Iran trying to overthrow Abbas' http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1200308086914&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Israel) Kassam lands in western Negev http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1200308091380&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Gulf States) George Bush offers allies $20 billion of arms to counter Iran http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/middle_east/article3187565.ece Saudis export 'ideology of terror' (video link) http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/21134540/vp/22652902#22652902 (Saudi Arabia) Guantanamo clouds George Bush's Saudi visit http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2008/01/15/wsaudi115.xml (Algeria) Report: Algerian soldiers kill armed Islamist militant, find cache of explosive belts http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/15/africa/AF-GEN-Algeria-Violence.php Sudan bombs rebels as violence hampers aid http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/theworld/2008/January/theworld_January403.xml§ion=theworld (Russia) Police say they kill 5 militants in capital of Russia's Chechnya region (update) http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/15/europe/EU-GEN-Russia-Chechnya.php http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1200308090506&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Turkish warplanes bomb rebel targets in Iraq: army http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080115/wl_mideast_afp/turkeyunrestkurdsiraqarmy_080115124432;_ylt=AvzSF7GnqEqRTmC6087ULVxX6GMA (Norway) Suspected car bomb found in Norway http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1060361 (Spain) Police reveal material showing ETA links to Basque radical parties - A raid yields material showing that ANV and EHAK depend on Batasuna both economically and politically http://www.expatica.com/es/articles/news/Police-reveal-material-showing-ETA-links-to-Basque-radical-parties.html (UK/U.S.) Security agencies in talks on global criminal database: Met police http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080115/wl_uk_afp/usbritainaustraliacanadanewzealandpolicecrime_080115084629;_ylt=Alhe1d9q7Qexx26zGlhxZ1MTv5UB http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2008/01/15/nfbi115.xml http://www.guardian.co.uk/humanrights/story/0,,2241005,00.html (Thailand) Bomb targets shoppers -- near Yala's popular morning market on Tuesday morning, injuring 37 civilians, six critically http://www.bangkokpost.com/topstories/topstories.php?id=125150 (Thailand) Bomb-carrying cop killed in blast in northeast Thailand http://www.taipeitimes.com/News/world/archives/2008/01/15/2003397347 (Sri Lanka) '200 Tigers killed since Cease Fire Agreement (CFA) scrapped' http://www.hindustantimes.com/StoryPage/StoryPage.aspx?id=317bf29a-6276-4c6f-a0dc-cb11651d3d01&&Headline='200+Tigers+killed+since+CFA+scrapped' (Columbia) US rejects Chavez call to remove FARC terror group label http://afp.google.com/article/ALeqM5gdAfVH-dVQGBAElrWf58bXZeDv_g Other News: Syria's grand mufti says outcry over cartoons of Prophet Muhammad provoked by media http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/15/europe/EU-GEN-EU-Syria.php (UK) Muslim Marks & Spencer worker refuses to sell 'unclean' Bible book to grandmother http://www.dailymail.co.uk/pages/live/articles/news/news.html?in_article_id=508263&in_page_id=1770&ito=newsnow http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2008/01/15/nms115.xml&CMP=ILC-mostviewedbox (U.S.) GAO reports persistent risks at borders http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080115/NATION/748519015/1002/NATION Austria: Graz politician attacks Islam http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/01/austria-graz-politician-attacks-islam.html (Norway) Oslo: Mosque boosts security measures http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/01/oslo-mosque-boosts-security-measures.html (France) Le Pen wrangles with Muslim intellectual in rare Paris debate http://www.expatica.com/fr/articles/news/Le-Pen-wrangles-with-Muslim-intellectual-in-rare-Paris-debate.html January 14, 2008 PM Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (U.S.) FBI: Atlanta terror suspects met with suspects in Canadian sweep http://ca.news.yahoo.com/s/capress/080114/national/us_terrorism_arrests_1 http://www.pr-inside.com/fbi-atlanta-terror-suspects-met-with-r385772.htm (U.S.) Prosecuting Terrorism beyond 'Material Support' http://www.washingtoninstitute.org/templateC05.php?CID=2702 (U.S.) Strange Bedfellows on the Campaign Trail -- by Steven Emerson -- Muslim American Society (MAS) Freedom's one-on-one meetings with Democratic candidates for president http://www.investigativeproject.org/article/585 -- IPT dossier on Muslim American Society http://www.investigativeproject.org/documents/misc/85.pdf -- MAS Freedom Foundation web site http://www.masnet.org/freedomfoundation.asp (Afghanistan) Explosion, gunfire at Kabul's luxury hotel kill 6 (update) http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Explosion_gunfire_at_Kabuls_luxury_hotel_kill_6/articleshow/2700453.cms (Pakistan) 10 killed in blast in Karachi, 30 injured http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/7_killed_in_blast_in_Karachi_30_injured/articleshow/2700003.cms http://uk.news.yahoo.com/afp/20080114/tts-pakistan-unrest-blast-48988b0.html Pakistan: Country on the brink of revolution, says ex-spymaster -- AKI reports comments of pro-Taliban Hamid Gul, without context of his identity other than ex-ISI http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Politics/?id=1.0.1768449231 (Pakistan) Six British detectives leave Pakistan: official http://www.dawn.com/2008/01/14/welcome.htm#50 (U.S.) CAIR Speech at CENTCOM Canceled http://www.newenglishreview.org/blog_display.cfm/blog_id/12321 http://littlegreenfootballs.com/weblog/?entry=28581&only (Gaza) American School in Gaza Re-Opens Despite Al-Qaeda-Linked Attacks http://www.cnsnews.com/news/viewstory.asp?Page=/ForeignBureaus/archive/200801/INT20080114a.html Moroccan citizen indicted in terrorism-related charges http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1875201&Language=en (India) Five CRPF jawans injured in Naxal ambush http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Top_Headlines/Five_CRPF_jawans_injured_in_Maoist_attack/articleshow/2699937.cms (Afghanistan) History of attacks on foreigners in Kabul http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080114/ap_on_re_as/afghanistan_attacks_glance_3;_ylt=AhJXgOOKfPZn1QmXtgjuRj7OVooA (UK) Terror accused wanted to live like monk, court hears http://www.wimbledonguardian.co.uk/news/topstories/display.var.1964953.0.terror_accused_wanted_to_live_like_monk_court_hears.php (UK/U.S.) Another Reason To Deport Visa Waiver http://counterterrorismblog.org/2008/01/another_reason_to_deport_visa.php http://news.scotsman.com/latestnews/AlQaeda39s-white-army-of-terror.3667425.jp Turkey: Police arrest five suspected of planning terrorist attacks -- arrested Monday - planned attacks on behalf of the militant Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK) http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1769201153 Serbia: Trial begins for 15 Wahabi terrorism suspects http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1769443306 (Thailand) Suspected Islamic insurgents behead Thai soldier, kill 7 more troops in rebellious south (updated) http://www.newspress.com/Top/Article/article.jsp?Section=WORLD&ID=565227372983748146 Colombian guerrillas kidnap six tourists - FARC blamed http://today.reuters.co.uk/news/articlenews.aspx?type=worldNews&storyid=2008-01-14T152146Z_01_N14392827_RTRUKOC_0_UK-COLOMBIA-KIDNAP.xml http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2008/01/14/colombian_rebels_snatch_6_new_hostages/3596/ (U.S.) Tiny Gas Sensor Watches For Chemical Terrorism, Harmful Pollutants http://www.dailytech.com/article.aspx?newsid=10309 Other News: (Saudi Arabia) Despite close ties, U.S., Saudis wary of each other's agenda http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080114/ap_on_re_mi_ea/saudi_us_ties (Iran) 'Islamic Jesus' hits Iranian movie screens http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/storypage.aspx?StoryId=105509 (Kenya) Commentary: Don't Balkanize Kenya http://newsweek.washingtonpost.com/postglobal/needtoknow/2008/01/dont_balkanize_kenya.html -- thanks to Claudia (U.S.) Inspectors Disclose Security Breach at Nuclear Lab http://blogs.abcnews.com/theblotter/2008/01/another-securit.html January 14, 2008 Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Iraq) U.S. says 60 killed in offensive against al Qaeda in Iraq - weapons cache found in underground bunker in Diyala http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080114/ts_nm/iraq_offensive_dc_2;_ylt=AiY02wtyh7cijvW1l0mG6x1X6GMA (Iraq) At least four killed, 63 suspects arrested in Iraq - Update http://www.earthtimes.org/articles/show/173239,at-least-four-killed-63-suspects-arrested-in-iraq--update.html (Iraq) Gunmen slay Iraqi judge in Baghdad street http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080114/wl_mideast_afp/iraqunrestbaghdad_080114093135;_ylt=ApPvomblKqIx5jWUhaT4C0FX6GMA http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1059906 -- related report http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/14/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq.php (Iraq) Car bomb hits police patrol in northern Iraq -- in Mosul http://news.xinhuanet.com/english/2008-01/14/content_7421081.htm (Iraq) US must stay, says Iraq tribe fighting Al Qaeda http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/focusoniraq/2008/January/focusoniraq_January48.xml§ion=focusoniraq (Afghanistan) Explosion hits hotel in Afghanistan -- Serena Hotel - casualties unknown http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080114/ap_on_re_as/afghanistan_explosion_3;_ylt=ApVw7hD9Rh2xZkGy86t8__7OVooA (Afghanistan) Taliban claims blast at Afghan hotel - Suicide bomber & gunmen http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080114/ap_on_re_as/afghanistan;_ylt=AnexQpL9mggr_yF53cuXel6s0NUE (Afghanistan) 3 policemen killed in clash in northern Afghanistan (Baghlan province), 3 Taliban killed in south (Uruzgan province) http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/14/asia/AS-GEN-Afghan-Violence.php (Afghanistan) US ambassador meets ex-Taliban commander -- Mullah Abdul Salaam http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/January/subcontinent_January469.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080114/ap_on_re_as/afghan_musa_qala_2;_ylt=AmoIsVITE5HvgMX06vemm1LOVooA Afghan "Peace Convoy" tries to coax Taliban rebels http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080114/wl_nm/afghan_peace_dc_1;_ylt=AkM5oEA.w48zAR9BCaV6la_OVooA (Pakistan) Clash in Pakistan's tribal areas kills 23 militants, seven soldiers http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080114/wl_sthasia_afp/pakistanafghanistanunrest_080114122502;_ylt=AidvgxixpWWW9YTeiXgu2dXzPukA Pakistan: Two Uzbek fighters killed in tribal clash -- in South Waziristan http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1768150226 (Pakistan) Troops arrest 4 most-wanted militants http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\01\14\story_14-1-2008_pg1_4 (Pakistan) Militants attack NW camp, soldier injured -- in North Waziristan http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\01\14\story_14-1-2008_pg7_2 Pakistan Drugs Create Al Qaeda Chaos Under Bhutto Assassination Radar, Say ex-White House Drug Spokesman http://news.yahoo.com/s/usnw/20080114/pl_usnw/pakistan_drugs_create_al_qaeda_chaos_under_bhutto_assassination_radar__say_ex_white_house_drug_spokesman_robert_weiner_and_john;_ylt=A0WTcUU7WYtHugsBgBUwuecA -- Miami Herald: "No plan to fight Taliban, al Qaeda" http://www.miamiherald.com/851/story/378570.html (Pakistan) President Musharraf says militants think they can take over country (my title) http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\01\14\story_14-1-2008_pg1_1 (Pakistan) Troublemakers during Feb 18 polls will be shot: Musharraf http://www.outlookindia.com/pti_news.asp?id=535179 (Pakistan) India: 'Pak terror camps cause of concern' http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/India/Pak_terror_camps_cause_of_concern/articleshow/2697544.cms Pakistan's Terror Inc. -- by Arnaud de Borchgrave -- Britons and Europeans getting training in Pakistan http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080114/COMMENTARY/724975851 (India Assam) 15 injured in grenade attack in Northeast India http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1059746 (India Assam) IED expert of ULFA nabbed in Assam's Tinsukhia http://www.hindustantimes.com/StoryPage/StoryPage.aspx?id=5cdd6ec3-cc26-434c-885c-a7b35616ef40&&Headline=IED+expert+of+ULFA+nabbed+in+Assam's+Tinsukhia (U.S.) Atlanta: Terrorism suspect says tape coerced -- Syed Haris Ahmed trial - charged with plotting Jihad attacks on Washington DC and on Dobbins Air Reserve Base http://www.ajc.com/metro/content/metro/stories/2008/01/13/terror_0114.html (U.S.) Joint Chiefs chairman: Close Guantanamo -- Admiral Mike Mullen http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080114/ap_on_go_ca_st_pe/guantanamo_joint_chiefs_14;_ylt=AtZBS7oEob7IBOvN8XQTi5oTv5UB (U.S.) Islamic Law Expert Fired for Being a 'Christian Zealot'? FOX News Transcript of January 11 interview with Steven Emerson regarding Stephen Coughlin http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,322450,00.html (Iran) Israel won't accept nuke weapons in Iran http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080114/ap_on_re_mi_ea/israel_iran_6;_ylt=AgNCZDN_DdMmu66ORII5p3NSw60A http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/22645644/ http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1199964919332&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Iran) Report: U.S. option to bomb Iran still on the table http://www.nationalpost.com/news/world/story.html?id=236074 (Iran) U.S.: Threat to bomb warships 'real' http://www.gulf-daily-news.com/Story.asp?Article=205687&Sn=BNEW&IssueID=30300 (Syria) Report: Bush calls IAF strike in Syria an 'important preemptive strike' http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1199964917470&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Lebanon) Hezbollah leader attacks U.S. President, says its honor to be his enemy http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/13/africa/ME-GEN-Lebanon-US-Hezbollah.php (Gaza) Palestinians: IAF kills three in Gaza -- Army says target of air strike near Haniyeh's home was car carrying Aksa operative, PRC man. http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1199964914345&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Gaza) Two gunmen killed by Israeli missile in Gaza http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2008/January/middleeast_January217.xml§ion=middleeast&col= Egypt finds tunnel, explosives near Gaza border http://africa.reuters.com/wire/news/usnL14151145.html Report: Saudi Arabia needs special laws to curb terror ideologies http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2008/January/middleeast_January214.xml§ion=middleeast&col= Yemeni court orders release of 2 men convicted of trying to kill former US ambassador http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/14/africa/ME-GEN-Yemen-US-Trial.php (Algeria) Islamists in Algeria kill three youths gathering chestnuts http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/13/africa/AF-GEN-Algeria-Youths-Killed.php http://www.dailystar.com.lb/article.asp?edition_id=10&categ_id=2&article_id=88002 (Somalia) Bomb blast kills three children in Somalia -- on Sunday http://africa.reuters.com/top/news/usnBAN348925.html (Sudan) Eye-witness to US shooting comes forward in Sudan -- Ansar al-Tawhid in Sudan claimed responsibility for killing US official and driver http://africa.reuters.com/top/news/usnBAN441937.html (Sudan) Gunmen storm Darfur prison to free inmates: Reports http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Top_Headlines/Gunmen_storm_Darfur_prison_to_free_inmates_Reports/articleshow/2699690.cms (Russia) Official: 3 militants killed in police siege of apartment in southern Russia -- on the outskirts of Dagestan's capital, Makhachkala (update) http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/14/europe/EU-GEN-Russia-Violence.php Turkish PM says Iraq operations may be extended http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080114/wl_nm/turkey_kurds_dc_1;_ylt=ArbKaeBO6plqc.sUO0G0ZFftfLkA Germany says threat of terrorist attacks not as severe as thought http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/14/europe/EU-GEN-Germany-Terrorism-Threat.php Germany opens inquiry into terror attack claim http://www.expatica.com/de/articles/news/Germany-opens-inquiry-into-terror-attack-claim.html Netherlands: Hizb ut-Tahrir threatening with violence http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/01/netherlands-hizb-ut-tahrir-threatening.html -- Telegraaf (Dutch) http://telegraaf-i.telegraaf.nl/daily/2008/1/12/TE/TE_2S_20080112_5/pagina.php -- petition http://www.haltlasterenvanislam.nl/component/option,com_beamospetition/pet,1/Itemid,91/ (Spain) Terror arrests deal blow to "parallel ETA" organization -- Dismantling of Elurra cell reveals new approach based on autonomous groups http://www.expatica.com/es/articles/news/Terror-arrests-deal-blow-to-_parallel-ETA_-organisation.html (UK) Government Says UK Terrorism Threat Will Remain 'Severe' http://news.sky.com/skynews/article/0,,91211-1300459,00.html?f=rss (UK) Britain to fingerprint all visitors requiring visas http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/14/europe/EU-GEN-Britain-Biometric-Visas.php Thailand: Eight soldiers killed in ambush in the Muslim south - another 7 injured - in Narathiwat http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1768150554 (Thailand) Man dies in bomb blast outside banned politician's house http://www.bangkokpost.com/News/14Jan2008_news02.php (Sri Lanka) Peace envoy meets Sri Lankan officials as fighting in the north kills 23 http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/14/asia/AS-GEN-Sri-Lanka-Civil-War.php Myanmar junta blames foreigners for recent bomb blasts http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1199964917713&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Nepal) Bomb Blast Injures 5 in Nepal Capital http://ap.google.com/article/ALeqM5i8yvHUptaum_4VslUCvTaeQZcBDAD8U5KLFG0 (Nepal) Top leader of armed group in Nepal arrested http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/World/Rest_of_World/Top_leader_of_armed_group_in_Nepal_arrested/articleshow/2696840.cms (Columbia) Freed Colombian hostage meets with son http://www.cnn.com/2008/WORLD/americas/01/13/colombia.freed.hostages/index.html Other News: (Bangladesh) Taslima should be brought back : Muslim organizaton http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Taslima_should_be_brought_back__Muslim_organisaton/articleshow/2699763.cms U.N. Ignores Its Own Procurement Ban http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,322470,00.html U.K. Muslim leader decries honor killings http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2008/01/13/uk_muslim_leader_decries_honor_killings/9265/ (UK) Loudspeaker plan re-ignites 'call to prayer' row http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml;jsessionid=YDZNEYSSVOGTXQFIQMFCFGGAVCBQYIV0?xml=/news/2008/01/14/nchurch214.xml Netherlands: Call to abolish Muslim schools http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/01/netherlands-call-to-abolish-muslim.html Netherlands: Burkini good for integration http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/01/netherlands-burkini-good-for.html Rumors: Is Britney Spears moving to Pakistan? http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Is_Britney_Spears_moving_to_Pakistan/articleshow/2699222.cms http://icbirmingham.icnetwork.co.uk/sundaymercury/news/tm_headline=britney-must-become-muslim%26method=full%26objectid=20347910%26siteid=50002-name_page.html January 13, 2008 Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com Iraq: Military announces US soldier killed, four wounded by roadside bomb north of Baghdad http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/13/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq-Soldier-Killed.php (Iraq) Four Iraqis injured in car blast in Baquba -- on Saturday http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1059383 (Afghanistan) Taliban kill 10 policemen in Afghan attack -- in Maiwand district of Kandahar province http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/January/subcontinent_January446.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (Afghanistan) Two Dutch soldiers killed, one wounded in fighting in Afghanistan http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1199964906125&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Pakistan) Bomb injures 2 in Pakistan's troubled southwest -- in the town of Mastung http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1199964909999&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Pakistani troops kill more than 50 rebels near Afghan border: officials http://www.arabtimesonline.com/client/pagesdetails.asp?nid=10741&ccid=11 Fierce clashes in Tank after militants attack garrison http://www.dawn.com/2008/01/13/top8.htm (Pakistan) Soldiers withdrawn from key posts in North Waziristan: Jirga negotiating new peace deal http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\01\13\story_13-1-2008_pg1_1 (Pakistan) 'Suicide attackers enter Faisalabad, security on alert' http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\01\13\story_13-1-2008_pg7_2 (Pakistan) 10-fold increase in suicide attacks http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\01\13\story_13-1-2008_pg7_1 (Pakistan) Railway track blown up in Mustung http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\01\13\story_13-1-2008_pg7_16 (Pakistan) For many Pakistanis, food trumps Al-Qaeda as election issue http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080113/wl_sthasia_afp/pakistanvoteattacksfood_080113120620;_ylt=AmjBxmtBm2dvW8mmn9Ozi3MwuecA (Pakistan) Bomb casts al Qaeda shadow on heart of Pakistan http://www.reuters.com/article/latestCrisis/idUSB410952 'Pakistan expels writer for NY Times Magazine' - wrote of rise of pro-Taliban militants http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/January/subcontinent_January437.xml§ion=subcontinent http://www.washingtontimes.com/article/20080113/FOREIGN/413799898/1003 Poll: Pakistanis believe govt killed Benazir Bhutto http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/January/subcontinent_January445.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\01\13\story_13-1-2008_pg7_7 (Pakistan) PPP wants to "dig deeper" into Bhutto killing plot http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/World/Pakistan/PPP_wants_to_dig_deeper_into_Bhutto_killing_plot/articleshow/2696676.cms (Pakistan) Musharraf calls for Bhutto exhumation http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/January/subcontinent_January436.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (Pakistan) Scotland Yard believes Al-Qaeda assassinated Benazir Bhutto http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/asia/article3177691.ece http://www.hindu.com/thehindu/holnus/000200801131140.htm (Pakistan) Angry Pakistanis turn against army http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/asia/article3177700.ece 'Pak militants were plotting suicide attacks against army' (update) http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/World/Pakistan/Pak_militants_were_plotting_suicide_attacks_against_army/articleshow/2695958.cms (Pakistan) Nobody needs to tell us how to secure our nuclear weapons: Musharraf http://www.outlookindia.com/pti_news.asp?id=534786 (India J&K) Two militants killed, four arrested in J and K http://news.webindia123.com/news/Articles/India/20080113/868635.html (India) 'Militancy waning, but ISI network a concern in Meghalaya' http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/India/Militancy_waning_but_ISI_network_a_concern_in_Meghalaya/articleshow/2696246.cms (India) Police station attacked by militants -- Lamlai Police Station in Imphal East district http://news.webindia123.com/news/Articles/India/20080113/868633.html U.S. Intelligence Chief Says He Considers Waterboarding Torture: Mike McConnell, United States Director of National Intelligence http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,322409,00.html (UK) Al-Qaeda Plot to Kill UK Queen Foiled -- plot was to take place in Uganda - planned to pose as TV crews http://www.express.co.uk/posts/view/31296/Plot-to-kill-Queen-foiled http://www.theaustralian.news.com.au/story/0,25197,23047652-2703,00.html http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2008/01/13/nqueen213.xml (UK) Al-Qaeda's white army of terror -- hundreds of British non-Muslims have been recruited by al-Qaeda to wage war against the West -- and MI5 believes 1,500 white Britons are believed to have converted to Islam for the purpose of attacking West http://news.scotsman.com/latestnews/AlQaeda39s-white-army-of-terror.3667425.jp (UK) Bin Laden's son applies for British visa -- to work as "peace activist" http://www.news.com.au/story/0,10117,23046270-401,00.html?from=public_rss Iran hopes to give nuclear answers by February http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2008/January/middleeast_January205.xml§ion=middleeast&col= 'Iran threats' may have been work of a heckler http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml;jsessionid=EAT2UXGMNJSJDQFIQMGCFFWAVCBQUIV0?xml=/news/2008/01/13/wiran113.xml (Iran) Bush: Iran threatens world security: "Iran is the world's leading state sponsor of terrorism" http://www.cnn.com/2008/POLITICS/01/13/bush.mideast.ap/index.html (Iran) Tehran: U.S. trying to spread 'Iran-phobia' http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/22632161/ Report: Egypt arrests terror cell planning attacks on Israel http://www.haaretz.com/hasen/spages/944231.html (Gaza) Hamas foils attempt to plant explosive in rally attended by leader http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/12/africa/ME-GEN-Palestinians-Hamas.php (Gaza) Israel Security Agency: 1,000 Gaza terrorists killed - over past 2 years http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1199964911268&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (West Bank) IDF arrests six terror suspects in West Bank http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1199964906413&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Yemen) Three killed, 16 wounded in S. Yemen http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1059637 Yemen's al Qaeda wing vows to free jailed militants http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080113/wl_nm/yemen_qaeda_dc_1;_ylt=AmVhKvE9DyXwBBIiv1mkCvkwuecA West Africa is crime, terrorism "black hole"-UN expert http://africa.reuters.com/wire/news/usnL13455450.html?rpc=401& (Sudan) U.S. officials check security after Sudan shooting http://www.reuters.com/article/topNews/idUSL1339426020080113 Nigerian militant group offers cease-fire for release of imprisoned leader http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/13/africa/AF-GEN-Nigeria-Oil-Unrest.php (Russia) Senior police officer killed in restive province in southern Russia http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1199964911960&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Norway: Army researcher - 'fighting Islamophobia is fighting terror' http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/01/norway-army-researcher-fighting.html (Thailand) Six suspected insurgents escape from police station's detention cell http://www.nationmultimedia.com/breakingnews/read.php?newsid=30062089 (Thailand) Police on alert after Narathiwat jailbreak -- involved in bombings http://www.bangkokpost.com/breaking_news/breakingnews.php?id=125088 Sri Lankan military: 27 Tamil rebels, 2 soldiers killed in fighting http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1199964906715&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Sri Lanka) We will defeat LTTE by year-end: Lankan army chief http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Top_Headlines/We_will_defeat_LTTE_by_year-end_Lankan_army_chief_/articleshow/2694722.cms (Myanmar) Bomb hits Yangon rail station, woman wounded http://www.reuters.com/article/asiaCrisis/idUSBKK330555 (Myanmar) Bomb kills ethnic rebel, injures 4 others in Burma http://www.usatoday.com/news/world/2008-01-13-burma-explosion_N.htm (Columbia) Freed Colombian hostage doesn't know fate of child's father http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080112/wl_afp/colombiavenezuelahostages (Columbia) Chavez says no military solution to war in Colombia http://www.reuters.com/article/topNews/idUSN1234758120080113 Other News: (UK) Non-Muslim no-go zones: do they exist? 'I feel like an alien in my home town' http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2008/01/13/nalien113.xml (UK) Muslims must do more to integrate, says poll http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml;jsessionid=EAT2UXGMNJSJDQFIQMGCFFWAVCBQUIV0?xml=/news/2008/01/13/nalien213.xml (UK) Bin Laden's son seeks life as UK country gentleman http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=59661 http://www.news.com.au/story/0,10117,23046270-401,00.html?from=public_rss (Iraq) Anti-war Soros funded Iraq study -- by Lancet http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/uk/article3177653.ece Sri Lanka seeks India's intervention to help ethnic Indians http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/India/Sri_Lanka_seeks_Indias_intervention_to_help_ethnic_Indians/articleshow/2696630.cms Against Nazi News: (Germany) Concert by neo-Nazi band shut down http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,23048244-401,00.html Germany: Teaching the Holocaust http://www.haaretz.co.il/hasen/spages/943953.html?wtf January 12, 2008 PM Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Iraq) Soldiers Find Front Line at Iraq House http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/I/IRAQ_ON_THE_FRONT?SITE=WIFON&SECTION=HOME&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT Iraq lets Baathists go back to work, US pleased http://www.alertnet.org/thenews/newsdesk/L12614250.htm (Afghanistan) Report: Are we losing Afghanistan? http://www.sundayherald.com/news/heraldnews/display.var.1961747.0.0.php Afghan Police Struggle to Work a Rough Beat http://www.nytimes.com/2008/01/13/world/asia/13afghan.html?_r=1&hp&oref=slogin (Pakistan) Three bomb hoaxes panic citizens http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008%5C01%5C13%5Cstory_13-1-2008_pg7_36 (U.S.) The $250 Million East Bathtub at Ground Zero - NY Times pictorial tour of rebuilding at WTC site http://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2008/01/11/nyregion/20080113_BATHTUB.html#/content=80ft (Iran) New stage in Iranian nuke saga? Iran says IAEA, rather than UN Security Council, should deal with its nuclear program. http://www.ynetnews.com/articles/0,7340,L-3493275,00.html (Lebanon) Arab League mediation in Lebanon fails http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080112/ap_on_re_mi_ea/lebanon;_ylt=Ak8SbFYcOUYygyiCBKEhValvaA8F (Syria) Report: New photo of Syrian site http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080112/ap_on_re_mi_ea/syria_israel;_ylt=AhgS7FQZ48AdXHPkIwLasBRvaA8F (Gaza) Israeli air strike kills two Hamas gunmen in Gaza http://www.alertnet.org/thenews/newsdesk/L12135552.htm Guinea-Bissau extradites al Qaeda suspects to Mauritania http://nz.news.yahoo.com/080112/5/3kqc.html January 12, 2008 Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Iraq) Gunmen kill 6 in attacks on Iraq houses -- suspected Al Qaeda targeted Sunni 'Awakening' volunteers - in Iraq's northern province of Salahudin http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/focusoniraq/2008/January/focusoniraq_January45.xml§ion=focusoniraq http://story.irishsun.com/index.php/ct/9/cid/2411cd3571b4f088/id/317383/cs/1/ Iraqi official says al-Qaeda in Iraq is penetrated, has become an open book http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1059173 (Iraq) U.S.: Iranian bombs rise in Iraq http://www.cnn.com/2008/WORLD/meast/01/12/iran.iraq/index.html Iraq parliament passes law to rehire Baathists http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080112/wl_nm/iraq_debaathification_dc_3;_ylt=AmX_9t8hlhkvdJpOwmDpS2JX6GMA (Afghanistan) NATO airstrike targets 'senior Taliban commander' in Afghanistan http://www.earthtimes.org/articles/show/172655.html (Afghanistan) Taliban show media savvy http://www.fayobserver.com/article?id=282842 (Afghanistan) The mysterious Afghan warlord trusted to spread peace in a divided province -- motives not known for "ex-Taliban" appointed to govern key district in Helmand province http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/asia/article3174835.ece (Pakistan) Forces in an operation round up 100 Taliban militants in Swat http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1059284 Pakistani militant suspects were plotting suicide attacks against army, official says http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/12/asia/AS-GEN-Pakistan-Militant-Arrests.php Pakistan releases sketch of Lahore suicide bomber http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/January/subcontinent_January398.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (Pakistan) DNA test results expected today: Lahore bombing http://www.dawn.com/2008/01/12/top4.htm (Pakistan) Report: Top terrorists go free under Musharraf's care -- U.S., U.K. quietly protest released Pak prisoners http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=59660 (Pakistan) Musharraf rules out UN probe of Bhutto murder: report http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080112/ts_afp/pakistanusattacksmusharraf_080112081329;_ylt=AmGr.nP71PTUUKGszIn.Cw7zPukA (Pakistan) Bhutto's husband Zardari thinks terror attacks part of rigging campaign http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/World/Zardari_thinks_terror_attacks_part_of_rigging_campaign/articleshow/2694977.cms (Pakistan) PPP claims PTV has footage of suspected persons' escape http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\01\12\story_12-1-2008_pg7_52 (Pakistan) Mush orders Pakistan madrassa reform on hold for elected Govt http://www.hindustantimes.com/StoryPage/StoryPage.aspx?id=4a6b307e-f42f-4a11-ae8b-0b3257b823fa&MatchID1=4619&TeamID1=3&TeamID2=4&MatchType1=1&SeriesID1=1163&MatchID2=4633&TeamID3=5&TeamID4=10&MatchType2=1&SeriesID2=1167&PrimaryID=4619&Headline=Pakistan+madrassa+reform+on+hold (Pakistan) Truck carrying fuel for NATO blown up http://www.dawn.com/2008/01/12/top12.htm (U.S.) Boston: U.S. v. Muntasser et al - The Evidence Behind the Convictions http://counterterrorismblog.org/2008/01/us_v_muntasser_et_al_the_evide.php (U.S.) Analysis: The Implications of the Dismissal of Stephen Coughlin, Joint Staff, Pentagon http://www.jihadwatch.org/archives/019534.php (U.S.) FBI Picks Terrorism Expert to Lead Agency's National Security Sector -- Agent Bassem Youssef, whistle-blower who alleged was passed over for promotions http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2008/01/11/AR2008011103665.html?wpisrc=rss_politics (U.S.) Chertoff pushes states for air IDs http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080112/NATION/531990408/1001 Iran "committed" to Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) but won't stop nuke work http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2008/January/middleeast_January181.xml§ion=middleeast Bush tells Syria, Iran to stop backing Iraq violence http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080112/pl_afp/mideastusdiplomacykuwaitiraqiransyria_080112114810;_ylt=Aop5SGSX0KT4_Qs6n8VspvkTv5UB (Iran) Saudi cannot be launchpad for Iran attack http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2008/January/middleeast_January179.xml§ion=middleeast Iran Encounter Grimly Echoes ’02 War Game http://www.nytimes.com/2008/01/12/washington/12navy.html?hp Lebanese authorities warn Germany of possible terrorist attacks http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/12/europe/EU-GEN-Germany-Terrorism-Threat.php Report: 'Syria rebuilding site bombed by IAF' http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1199964900918&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull -- related NYT article http://www.iht.com/articles/2008/01/12/africa/syria.php -- foreign reports claimed the site was a military installation containing nuclear material and technology supplied to Syria by North Korea (Gaza) Gunmen launch second attack on American school in Gaza http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1059237 (Gaza) Previously unknown group claims Gaza school attack http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1198517341829&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Gaza) 'Al-Qaeda militants' ransack Gaza school: director http://afp.google.com/article/ALeqM5hTtUYMDkZtZZOCIRgzGXegal31zg (Gaza) Palestinian policemen wounded in bomb blast in Gaza http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1059229 (Israel) Five mortar shells strike open area in western Negev; none wounded http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1199964903074&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Nigeria) Dozens killed in Nigeria tanker blast -- at least 30 killed when fuel tanker exploded in Nigeria's Port Harcourt http://archive.gulfnews.com/world/Nigeria/10181397.html (Germany) Spiegel: Germany opens inquiry into terror attack claim -- terrorists plotted to set off a truckload of explosives in Germany http://news.monstersandcritics.com/europe/news/article_1386250.php/Spiegel_Germany_opens_inquiry_into_terror_attack_claim (Turkey) Seven jailed over deadly Turkish bombing - Diyarkbakir http://archive.gulfnews.com/world/Turkey/10181396.html (Turkey) Kurdish rebel gives himself up to Turkish security forces http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1059167 (Thailand) Insurgents kill man, wound another http://www.bangkokpost.com/breaking_news/breakingnews.php?id=125073 (Thailand) Local politician killed in drive-by shooting in Narathiwat -- by "insurgents" http://www.nationmultimedia.com/breakingnews/read.php?newsid=30062045 (Philippines) Anti-terror campaign in south going well, US says http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/storypage.aspx?StoryId=105269 (Sri Lanka) Fighting in Sri Lanka kills 59 rebels, 1 soldier http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/January/subcontinent_January399.xml§ion=subcontinent Sri Lankan Air Force claims to destroy LTTE sea base in Mullaithivu http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1059122 (Sri Lanka) India calls for a political solution to the ethnic conflict in Sri Lanka http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1059342 (Columbia) Freed Colombian hostage reveals ordeal http://archive.gulfnews.com/world/Colombia/10181386.html Other News: Commentary: The Islamist Argument on the Koran - by Douglas Farah http://counterterrorismblog.org/2008/01/the_islamist_argument_on_the_k.php http://www.douglasfarah.com/article/295/the-fascinating-debate-in-and-about-radical-islam.com --- Essay: On reading the Koran -- by Tariq Ramadan http://www.iht.com/articles/2008/01/04/arts/idbriefs5G.php http://www.nytimes.com/2008/01/06/books/review/Ramadan-t.html&OQ=_rQ3D2Q26refQ3DbooksQ26pagewantedQ3Dprint&OP=7c455600Q2F5K_r5lkQ3ABGkkQ25H5HQ27Q27Q3E5Q27@5Q27b5rkkQ2AB5G_.h_K5Q5BcQ20clcpUQ25Q2FPQ25Q20Q22 Afghan journalists seek release of colleague -- Sayed Perwiz Kambakhsh detained for allegedly making blasphemous comments http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080112/wl_nm/afghan_blasphemy_dc_1;_ylt=ArPVEM8rB2Ul_5aIGGe9XufOVooA Afghan clerics want to clean up TV by banning soap -- Islamic council meet with President Karzai and say TV shows are "un-Islamic" and against Sharia http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/asia/article3167881.ece (India) I am like the living dead: Taslima - under Indian government protection from Islamist death threats http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/I_am_like_the_living_dead_Taslima/articleshow/2694728.cms (Russia) GAO questions nonproliferation program http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080111/ap_on_go_co/russian_scientists_3;_ylt=Al09OLG.ilqDSkZxg1xw_iB_5GIA (Australia) Muslim policies divide party http://www.smh.com.au/news/national/muslim-policies-divide-party/2008/01/12/1199988650443.html (UK) Oxford bishop backs Islamic call to prayer http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2008/01/12/nislam112.xml UK steps back from faith-schools plan -- Spread across country shelved over fear of creating new generation of Muslim extremists http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml%3Bjsessionid%3DU0WNDJ14S1QGVQFIQMGCFGGAVCBQUIV0?xml=/news/2008/01/11/nschool411.xml January 11, 2008 PM Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (U.S.) Boston: 3 Men Convicted In Muslim Charity Probe -- Prosecutors: Care International Was Pro-Jihad http://www.thebostonchannel.com/news/15030536/detail.html http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/11/america/NA-GEN-US-Muslim-Charity.php http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080111/ap_on_re_us/muslim_charity (U.S.) Key Padilla ruling expected Tuesday http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080111/ap_on_re_us/padilla_terror_charges_1;_ylt=AohJa5QL2v2ANSHntmrHSZgTv5UB U.S. appeals court dismisses Guantanamo torture suit -- by British ex-prisoners http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080111/pl_nm/guantanamo_ruling_dc_4;_ylt=An2r8tV.9X5LmdyIWZWB67kTv5UB (U.S.) Man charged for threatening to blow up N.Y. banks http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080111/us_nm/banks_threats_dc_1;_ylt=ArBNxONzW9c2_SovEbQyNG4Tv5UB (France) Spy chiefs uncover Islamic terror plot to blow up the Eiffel Tower http://www.dailymail.co.uk/pages/live/articles/news/worldnews.html?in_article_id=507760&in_page_id=1811&ito=newsnow http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080111/ap_on_re_eu/france_terror_threat_1;_ylt=Atc.BuKNJrKzGkZYs5lEkLoTv5UB (Italy) Berlusconi is target of Islamist death threat http://www.iht.com/articles/2008/01/11/europe/italy.php Afghanistan: Army discovers Iranian mines on road from Kabul http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1761100799 Iraq General: Six Villages Taken From Al-Qaida http://www.nasdaq.com/aspxcontent/NewsStory.aspx?cpath=20080111\ACQDJON200801111547DOWJONESDJONLINE000762.htm&selected=9999&selecteddisplaysymbol=9999&StoryTargetFrame=_top&mkt=WORLD&chk=unchecked&lang=&link=&headlinereturnpage=http://www.international.na (Pakistan) Al-Qaeda in Pakistan "a grave concern": US military chief Admiral Michael Mullen http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080111/wl_sthasia_afp/uspakistanafghanistanqaeda_080111200614;_ylt=AifbaxKEIjWOMj49oau7_X_zPukA Iranian attack boats incident shows how real Iranian threat is - US military chief Admiral Michael Mullen http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1874442&Language=en (Iran) U.S. Navy Fired Warning Shot At Iran Craft In December http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/11/africa/ME-GEN-Iran-US-Navy.php http://www.wtkr.com/Global/story.asp?S=7612146 (Lebanon) Judge indicts two suspects in 2006 murder of Islamic Jihad officials http://www.dailystar.com.lb/article.asp?edition_id=1&categ_id=1&article_id=87989 Egypt arrests 11 over links with Islamist armed groups http://www.channelnewsasia.com/stories/afp_world/view/322114/1/.html Mauritanians arrested in tourist deaths -- officials said they are believed to belong to an Algerian-based terror cell affiliated with al-Qaida http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080111/ap_on_re_af/mauritania_tourists_killed_1;_ylt=AqjcM0dJqr3iLUsj9GCr_4ITv5UB http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/11/africa/AF-GEN-Mauritania-Tourists-Killed.php Algerian authorities adapting to al-Qaeda’s suicide tactics http://www.magharebia.com/cocoon/awi/xhtml1/en_GB/features/awi/features/2008/01/11/feature-02 (Turkey) PKK bomber: Order from Qandil http://www.thenewanatolian.com/tna-30633.html (Columbia) Chavez says Colombia's rebels not terrorists http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080111/wl_afp/colombiavenezuelahostageschavezrebelsattacks Other News: Booming Islamic bond market embroiled in debate over religious compliance http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/11/africa/ME-GEN-Mideast-Islamic-Bonds.php 'Islamic banking in clash with Shariah' http://www.bahraintribune.com/ArticleDetail.asp?ArticleId=186713&CategoryId=5 Rice: Unrealistic to expect Arabs to immediately reach out to Israel http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1199964899054&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Against Nazi News: Bush, in visit to Holocaust memorial, says U.S. should have bombed Auschwitz http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/11/africa/ME-GEN-Israel-Bush-Holocaust.php German Jewish group protests sale of pro-smoking T-shirt bearing Star of David http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1199964897051&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull January 11, 2008 Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Iraq) 21 Qaeda fighters killed in US air blitz: Iraq sheikh http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080111/wl_mideast_afp/iraqunrest_080111111617;_ylt=AjkWcQmolibvRz.QrwqSoZtX6GMA (Iraq) Al-Qaeda commander killed in military operation north of Baghdad - official http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1874384&Language=en (Iraq) At least 130 suspects held in Iraq crackdown -- south of Baghdad http://news.monstersandcritics.com/middleeast/news/article_1386139.php/At_least_130_suspects_held_in_Iraq_crackdown__Roundup_ (Iraq) Bomb kills two Iraqi soldiers, injures one -- Thursday in Al-Rashad area south of Kirkuk http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1058970 (Iraq) Gates: Al Qaeda almost out of Anbar http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080111/NATION/200487365/1001 (Iraq) US commanders in Iraq tout success of massive bombing campaign http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/11/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq.php (Afghanistan) NATO chief denies allies 'not active' in Afghanistan http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080111/wl_sthasia_afp/afghanistannatousmilitary_080111061300;_ylt=AqOIJPk8Sv0EhTs18RXYG_vOVooA Pakistan defeats militant attack in tribal region: army -- attempted attack by 250-300 on Ladha Fort and Ladha Check Post http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080111/wl_sthasia_afp/pakistanafghanistanunrestqaeda_080111081226;_ylt=Ao3eHsbRfB653iMLMwNcIUPzPukA Pakistan investigators try to identify Lahore High Court suicide bomber -- from remains http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080111/wl_nm/pakistan_violence_dc_8;_ylt=AjRKfrJcrXm9SJPb7qV_pRTzPukA -- related PTI news report http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/World/Pakistan/Pakistan_police_reconstruct_severed_head_of_suicide_bomber/articleshow/2692437.cms (Pakistan) Tribal elements blamed for suicide attacks http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,23040753-1702,00.html (Pakistan) 'I challenge anybody coming into our mountains': Musharraf -- U.S. troops would be regarded as invaders if they crossed into Pakistan to hunt Al Qaeda militants http://www.straitstimes.com/Free/Story/STIStory_194869.html http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,321933,00.html http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/January/subcontinent_January365.xml§ion=subcontinent Pakistan rejects call for conditions on U.S. aid http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080111/ts_nm/pakistan_usa_dc_1;_ylt=Ar33b_O_GUBI2CHpn3egK5nzPukA (Pakistan) Taliban exchanges kidnapped Christians for jailed fighters http://www.cwnews.com/news/viewstory.cfm?recnum=55843 (Pakistan) Pro-Taliban cleric Maulana Fazlullah denies involvement in Bhutto killing http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/World/Pakistan/Pro-Taliban_cleric_denies_involvement_in_Bhutto_killing/rssarticleshow/2692446.cms (Pakistan) Six injured in foiled attack on barber shop http://www.dawn.com/2008/01/11/top10.htm (Pakistan) US rejects conspiracy theory in Bhutto assassination http://www.hindustantimes.com/StoryPage/StoryPage.aspx?id=469d5206-97ca-4f83-865f-3666497c47c5&MatchID1=4619&TeamID1=3&TeamID2=4&MatchType1=1&SeriesID1=1163&MatchID2=4617&TeamID3=3&TeamID4=4&MatchType2=1&SeriesID2=1163&PrimaryID=4619&Headline=Washington+says+conspiracy+theory+outrageous (India) Two bombs found on Delhi-bound North East Express http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Top_Headlines/Two_bombs_found_on_Delhi-bound_North_East_Express/articleshow/2691549.cms (U.S.) Attorneys debate whether Padilla should get tough terrorism penalties http://www.sun-sentinel.com/news/local/southflorida/sfl-flbpadilla0111sbjan11,0,5320243.story (U.S.) Sparks fly in Padilla sentencing hearing http://news.yahoo.com/s/csm/20080111/ts_csm/aconspirators (U.S.) Joint Staff counterterrorism analyst Stephen Coughlin backed -- Washington Times report http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080111/NATION04/958738459/1008 (U.S.) Commentary on Reports of Major Coughlin Firing -- Diana West http://www.washingtontimes.com/article/20080111/EDITORIAL04/346804216/1013 U.S. readies "reasonable" ID card rules after debate http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080110/ts_nm/security_usa_identification_dc_1;_ylt=Ahh79rqTGbrN4oh70YEJ26MTv5UB U.S. moves back Real ID deadline -- five years http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2008/01/11/report_us_moves_back_real_id_deadline/4589/ (U.S.) New Security Rules for Driver's Licenses http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2008/01/10/AR2008011003097.html (U.S.) Blame for 1993 WTC bombing still contested http://www.newsday.com/news/local/wire/newyork/ny-bc-ny--1993wtcbombing0110jan10,0,377161.story (U.S.) Behind-The-Scenes of NY's Antiterror Appartus (video link) http://link.brightcove.com/services/link/bcpid1243727405/bclid1365447873/bctid1372185654 (Lebanon) Al-Qaeda figure arrested in Lebanon after German attack threats -- Mohammed Ndoub, a Syrian national, suspected in involvement in attempted 2006 train bombings in Germany http://www.earthtimes.org/articles/show/172309.html (Lebanon) Militant arrested in Tripoli 'is al-Qaeda No. 2 in Lebanon' (update) - Nabil Raheem/Rahim http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1759356626 (Lebanon) Hezbollah's Billion Petrodollars -- by Walid Phares http://www.humanevents.com/article.php?id=24372 Lebanon presidential vote delayed despite Arab bid http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080111/wl_nm/lebanon_crisis_dc_1;_ylt=AihFxhRMtYDuqxjoGoI_swDagGIB (Gaza) Hamas ruler of Gaza said Bush promises "unacceptable" for next generations of Palestinians http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/11/africa/ME-GEN-Hamas-Bush.php (Gaza) President Bush Calls for Palestinian State, Gazans Call for Jihad http://www.cbn.com/CBNnews/301726.aspx (Saudi Arabia) Commentary - Bin Laden turns heat on Saudi Arabia -- by Michael Scheuer http://www.atimes.com/atimes/Middle_East/JA12Ak03.html (Nigeria) Militants claim Nigerian port explosion -- exploded bomb placed on docked ship http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080111/ap_on_re_af/nigeria_oil_unrest (Liberia) Charles Taylor's defense says key prosecution witness is mentally unstable http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/11/europe/EU-GEN-War-Crimes-Taylor.php (Canada) Bring Omar Khadr home to Canada to face terror accusations, law students say http://canadianpress.google.com/article/ALeqM5gpMMJKk3BIzx_xmJbpRB6F1_6tGw Turkish military shells Northern Iraq: Kurdish officials http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080111/wl_nm/turkey_iraq_dc_3;_ylt=AsCAlcGM3yEf7r8.L9a.8Q_tfLkA Belgian court jails Iraq suicide bomb recruiters -- convicted five Islamist militants recruiting suicide bombers, including female convert Muriel Degauque who blew herself up in Iraq http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080110/wl_nm/belgium_terrorism_dc_1;_ylt=AlJAO6WCEmfL0pfTSKXPzYsTv5UB http://www.expatica.com/be/articles/news/Stiff-sentences-at-terror-trial.html http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/01/belgium-terrorist-cell-sentenced.html -- also HLN (Dutch) http://www.hln.be/hln/nl/957/Belgi/article/detail/129468/2008/01/10/Celstraffen-tot-tien-jaar-op-terrorismeproces.dhtml Belgium on Edge as Female Suicide Bomber's Terror Cell Jailed http://counterterrorismblog.org/2008/01/belgium_on_edge_as_female_suic.php (Denmark) Copenhagen: Terror suspects filmed making explosives -- shouting "Death to America - Jihad, Jihad" http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/01/copenhagen-terror-suspects-filmed.html -- Copenhagen Post article http://www.cphpost.dk/get/105096.html Denmark: The difficulties of terrorist profiling http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/01/denmark-difficulties-of-terrorist.html -- also Berlingske Tidende (Danish) http://www.berlingske.dk/article/20080110/danmark/801100345/ (Germany) "Suitcase bombers" wanted to blow up World Cup stadium http://www.expatica.com/de/articles/news/_Suitcase-bombers_-wanted-to-blow-up-World-Cup-stadium-.html (Spain/France) Zapatero, Sarkozy strengthen security ties against ETA terror http://www.expatica.com/es/articles/news/Zapatero_-Sarkozy-strengthen-security-ties-against-ETA-terror.html (Kosovo) U.S. and Germany to recognize Kosovo independence, diplomats say http://www.iht.com/articles/2008/01/10/europe/kosovo.php Philippines: Largest Muslim rebel group 'on a war footing' -- Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) has announced it is ready for war' http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1759429095 Malaysia's ethnic Indian activists accused of terror links http://www.hindustantimes.com/StoryPage/StoryPage.aspx?id=17d07b7b-c596-4dd2-a4ed-bdc2e1f99f39&ParentID=81e66859-90a2-4eb8-86ca-1b9e38c0ff33&MatchID1=4619&TeamID1=3&TeamID2=4&MatchType1=1&SeriesID1=1163&MatchID2=4617&TeamID3=3&TeamID4=4&MatchType2=1&SeriesID2=1163&PrimaryID=4619&Headline=Terror+link+charge+on+Indian+activists (Malaysia) Ethnic Indian politician shot to death in Malaysia, police say http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/11/asia/AS-GEN-Malaysia-Indian-Killed.php (Thailand) Army chief to review intelligence works in deep South http://www.nationmultimedia.com/breakingnews/read.php?newsid=30061911 Sri Lankan military reports explosion at Colombo railway station http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/11/asia/AS-GEN-Sri-Lanka-Blast.php Sri Lankan jets pound rebel sea base, clashes kill 26 Tamil insurgents, military says http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/January/subcontinent_January363.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= Sri Lankan government rejects Tamil rebel call to revive 2002 cease-fire http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1199964896631&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Sri Lankan govt hints at inviting LTTE for direct talks http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Top_Headlines/Sri_Lankan_govt_hints_at_inviting_LTTE_for_direct_talks/articleshow/2692634.cms (Sri Lanka) U.S. FBI: LTTE most dangerous extremist outfit http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Top_Headlines/LTTE_most_dangerous_extremist_outfit_FBI/articleshow/2692318.cms (North Korea) U.S. envoy to discuss North Korea deadline with Russia http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080111/pl_nm/korea_north_usa_dc_1;_ylt=AhB2jJWcRPfXHPrGa7xASpt_5GIA Japan parliament passes anti-terror bill http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080111/ap_on_re_as/japan_anti_terrorism_5;_ylt=AhgoMIEYtbe9OrgnlO3uwBYTv5UB Myanmar official says explosion kills woman in country's capital http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/11/asia/AS-GEN-Myanmar-Explosion.php (Columbia) French Betancourt family hails release of Colombian hostages http://www.expatica.com/fr/articles/news/Betancourt-family-hails-release-of-Colombian-hostages.html Other News: (UK) Muslim marriage girl murdered, coroner says http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml;jsessionid=MFUFWARMPRA1TQFIQMGCFGGAVCBQUIV0?xml=/news/2008/01/11/ninquest111.xml http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/uk/article3171311.ece http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/uk/article3171676.ece (UK) It's time for Muslims to denounce extremists http://www.dailyexpress.co.uk/posts/view/31146 Commentary: Why Islam rejects lying and deception in all forms http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/editorial/2008/January/editorial_January21.xml§ion=editorial&col= Commentary: American Muslim writer: Islam rejects lying and deception in all forms, except when it doesn't http://www.jihadwatch.org/archives/019520.php U.S. satellites dodge Chinese missile debris http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080111/NATION/444629685/1001 (U.S.) Oil Crisis As Barrels Go Missing, According to Audit http://blogs.abcnews.com/theblotter/2008/01/oil-crisis-as-b.html (Pakistan) New Pak law to act sternly against cyber crimes http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/World/Pakistan/New_Pak_law_to_act_sternly_against_cyber_crimes/articleshow/2692727.cms (Russia) Activist group from Beslan school seizure says prosecutors accuse it of extremism http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/11/europe/EU-GEN-Russia-School-Seizure.php Norway: Money sent to Pakistani koran schools disappeared http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/01/norway-money-sent-to-pakistani-koran.html (Norway) Oslo: 34% of schools have immigrant majority http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/01/oslo-34-of-schools-have-immigrant.html January 10, 2008 PM Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Iraq) General: Anbar ready for handover - Will be returned to Iraqi control in March http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080110/ap_on_go_ca_st_pe/us_iraq_handover;_ylt=Ash_I9CY4zmpy1UJZd7I3fGs0NUE (U.S.) FBI wiretaps dropped due to unpaid bills - At least one FISA wiretap ended "due to untimely payment" http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/fbi_unpaid_phone_bills;_ylt=AiNsRsUdEFTQukgg9FhCZ_6s0NUE Pakistani terrorist Maulana Fazlullah revealed in new photo http://worldblog.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2008/01/09/565301.aspx Pakistan bombings reach 'unprecedented' level http://www.cnn.com/2008/WORLD/asiapcf/01/10/pakistan.bombings/index.html (Pakistan) Report: Scotland Yard Quietly Delivers Bhutto Report to Musharraf http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,321790,00.html (U.S.) Judge nixes hearing on destroyed CIA tapes http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080110/pl_afp/usattackstorture (U.S.) Six years on, no clear sign when Guantanamo will close http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080110/pl_afp/usattacksguantanamo_080110144951;_ylt=Arb7bb__OEDdRvYbVdvCHuETv5UB U.S.: Voices on Recording May Not Have Been From Iranian Speedboats -- Chilling Threat Could Have Come From the Shore or Another Ship, Navy Says http://abcnews.go.com/Blotter/story?id=4115702&page=1 The Collapse of the Saudi Sunni Bloc against Iran's Aspirations for Regional Hegemony in the Gulf - MEMRI analysis http://www.memri.org/bin/latestnews.cgi?ID=IA41608 (Maldives) Man who attacked Maldives president was an Islamic extremist, witnesses say -- claims Mohamed Murshid shouted "God is Great" before attacking http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/10/asia/AS-GEN-Maldives-Assassination-Attempt.php http://sg.news.yahoo.com/ap/20080110/tap-as-gen-maldives-assassination-attemp-d3b07b8.html (Liberia) Aide: Taylor hid banned weapons in rice bags for brutal rebels http://www.cnn.com/2008/WORLD/africa/01/10/Taylor.trial.ap/index.html (Liberia) 'Rebel hotel' in Liberian capital http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/africa/7181014.stm German policeman says Lebanese plotters planned 'bloodbath' with train bombings http://www.dailystar.com.lb/article.asp?edition_id=1&categ_id=2&article_id=87951 (Russia) 6 militants killed in special operation in Dagestan http://www.interfax.ru/e/B/politics/28.html?id_issue=11943059 (Columbia) Chavez: Colombian rebels free 2 hostages http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080110/ap_on_re_la_am_ca/venezuela_colombia_hostages http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/us_and_americas/article3167432.ece Other News: Islam: Over 400 groups sign European Muslim 'charter of values' http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Religion/?id=1.0.1755608101 Archives News Story: (UK) Cyberterror and ID theft converge in London - July 2007 - used stolen identities, stolen internet gambling identities, and credit card details to fund propaganda and recruiting material produced by Al-Qaeda in Iraq http://redtape.msnbc.com/2007/07/cyber-terror-an.html January 10, 2008 Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Iraq) US Military: Air raids hit 40 al-Qaeda targets in southern Baghdad -- al-Jabor area http://news.monstersandcritics.com/middleeast/news/article_1385797.php/US_Military_Air_raids_hit_40_al-Qaeda_targets_in_Baghdad__1st_Lead_ (Iraq) U.S. Rains 40,000 Pounds of Bombs on Al Qaeda Targets in Northern Iraq http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,321573,00.html (Iraq) Three policemen killed, 12 wounded in Baghdad twin blasts -- terrorist IEDs http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1058788 (Iraq) Al-Qaeda leader caught in W. Mosul - Iraq army http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1058680 (Afghanistan) US to send 3,000 Marines to Afghanistan -- to bolster efforts to hold off another expected Taliban offensive in the spring http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080110/ap_on_go_ca_st_pe/us_afghanistan_22;_ylt=AjW9hYP0HEO0vgRxZPKZj1zOVooA (Afghanistan) Bungled suicide blast injures civilian in Afghanistan -- Zabul province http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1058884 (Pakistan) 26 killed in suicide attack on Pakistan police (22 police, 4 civilians) -- 60 wounded, suicide bomber at police barrier in front of Lahore High Court -- ahead of planned anti-govt protest http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080110/wl_asia_afp/pakistanattackslahore_080110131135;_ylt=AioQSUg8FsDWOsB5aArTtGPzPukA http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\01\11\story_11-1-2008_pg1_1 -- see Animesh Roul January 10 posting http://counterterrorismblog.org/2008/01/pakistan_2008_suicide_terror_s.php (Pakistan) Taliban Commander Baitullah Mehsud Emerges As Pakistan's 'Biggest Problem' http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2008/01/09/AR2008010903400.html (Pakistan) New Taliban Leader: More Dangerous Than Bin Laden? http://blogs.abcnews.com/theblotter/2008/01/new-taliban-lea.html (Pakistan) BBC Urdu: I am alive: Maulvi Fazlullah -- denied reports that security forces had killed him http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\01\10\story_10-1-2008_pg7_8 (Pakistan) 18 suspected militants arrested in Swat http://www.dawn.com/2008/01/10/top10.htm http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\01\10\story_10-1-2008_pg7_2 (Pakistan) 'US military has no intention to cross into Pakistan': U.S. Brig-Gen Joseph Votel http://www.dawn.com/2008/01/10/top8.htm (Pakistan) Pentagon rules out operation in FATA http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\01\10\story_10-1-2008_pg1_3 Pakistan tribesman to hunt down Al Qaeda-linked militants - Wana (my title) http://www.dawn.com/2008/01/10/top4.htm (Pakistan) Taliban's Mullah Mansoor Dadullah says he is indispensable to Taliban http://www.dawn.com/2008/01/10/nat2.htm Report: ISI blamed for Bhutto assassination: PPP UK-Based Leader Amanullah Khan http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/ISI_blamed_for_Bhutto_assassination/articleshow/2688579.cms http://www.outlookindia.com/pti_news.asp?id=534006 (India J&K) Two CRPF personnel wounded in grenade attack in Kashmir http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Top_Headlines/Two_CRPF_personnel_wounded_in_grenade_attack_in_Kashmir/articleshow/2687751.cms (U.S.) Roles argued in Jose Padilla case - sentencing hearing for Jose Padilla and two other men http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080110/ap_on_re_us/padilla_terror_charges (U.S.) Leniency sought for 3 in Padilla terrorism case -- claim minor role http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/22579583/ (U.S.) Liberty City Seven Retrial: Judge: jury selection to continue in terrorism conspiracy retrial http://www.miamiherald.com/775/story/372964.html (U.S.) Oil tankers still vulnerable to attack: US report http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080109/pl_afp/usattacksenergyports (U.S.) Leno's wife in al-Qaida's crosshairs -- New video message rebukes talk-show host's spouse for anti-Taliban views http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=59625 US Treasury blacklists Iranian commander, Syrian TV (update) -- see previously posted Treasury press release http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2008/January/middleeast_January154.xml§ion=middleeast http://www.treas.gov/press/releases/hp759.htm Iran releases own video of U.S. Gulf incident http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080110/ts_nm/iran_usa_ship_dc_1;_ylt=Aq_zZ6iRUFwGJNX.bKwi7UZSw60A http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1198517345673&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Iran) IAEA chief heads to Iran as nuclear probe enters final stage http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Top_Headlines/IAEA_chief_heads_to_Iran_as_nuclear_probe_enters_final_stage/articleshow/2688441.cms Lebanon's Hezbollah slams Bush visit http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2008/January/middleeast_January156.xml§ion=middleeast&col= (Hezbollah) Millions able to receive Hizbullah TV -- due to Thailand satellite company -- airing in Asia, Australia, Africa, the Middle East, and most of Europe http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1199964890240&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Lebanon) UNIFIL leaks to Hizbullah worry IDF http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1198517338538&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Lebanese authorities detain militant chief -- Fatah Al-Islam's Nabil Raheem detained in Tripoli http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1058810 http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1198517344322&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Gaza) Gunmen attack American School with guns apparently to vent anger at Bush's tour http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1058762 (Gaza) Hamas' Al-Qassam Brigades attacks several Israeli positions http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1058891 (Gaza) 3 militants killed after blast (update) http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080110/FOREIGN/717475690/1003 (West Bank) Hamas delivers nothing but misery: Bush http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,23035165-1702,00.html Bush sees Mideast peace treaty by Jan 2009 http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2008/January/middleeast_January155.xml§ion=middleeast Somali police shoot two suspects in kidnappings of French journalists, MSF workers http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/10/africa/AF-GEN-Somalia.php Nigerian rebels claim ship attacks, threaten more http://africa.reuters.com/country/NG/news/usnL10648762.html Yemen: More than 30 killed in renewed clashes between soldiers and rebels http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/10/africa/ME-GEN-Yemen-Shiite-Rebels.php http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,23035167-1702,00.html Georgian prosecutors indict Patarkatsishvili for conspiracy, terrorism http://www.interfax.ru/e/B/politics/28.html?id_issue=11942756 http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080110/wl_nm/georgia_tycoon_dc (Russia) Chechnya may shut TV channels that fail to explain Islam basics http://en.rian.ru/russia/20080110/96019867.html (UK) Europe's anti-terror laws blocked 'because Holyrood not consulted' http://news.scotsman.com/latestnews/Europe39s-antiterror-laws-blocked-39because.3657662.jp Indonesia: Ask Allah forgiveness, firebrand cleric tells ex-president Suharto -- Abu Bakar Bashir, alleged spiritual leader of the terrorist organization Jemaah Islamiyah http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Religion/?id=1.0.1755450617 (Thailand) 2 soldiers injured in school bomb attack -- in Narathiwat's Rangae district - school closed indefinitely due to fear for teachers' safety http://www.nationmultimedia.com/breakingnews/read.php?newsid=30061778 (Thailand) Insurgents kill Muslim man in South -- in Yala http://www.bangkokpost.com/breaking_news/breakingnews.php?id=124996 Sri Lanka: Fighting kills 24 rebels, 1 soldier in embattled north http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1198517341492&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Sri Lanka) Tamil Tigers ready to face all-out war http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/January/subcontinent_January340.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (Sri Lanka) Tamil Tigers say they want truce, Norwegian peace role http://www.turkishpress.com/news.asp?id=210193 (Sri Lanka) Tamil Tigers in ceasefire appeal http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/south_asia/7180761.stm (North Korea) US envoy wants North Korea nukes progress by end-February http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080110/pl_afp/nkoreanuclearweaponsusskorea_080110082427;_ylt=As83YNbjIEUzbDY6kaz7LlOCscEA Japan expected to renew 'war on terror' mission Friday http://afp.google.com/article/ALeqM5htyZJ6vvObEqqxL2xsbELF75Tx4Q Other News: (U.S.) Texas: Lewisville cab driver had been investigated for previous abuse -- suspected "honor killing" http://www.dallasnews.com/sharedcontent/dws/dn/latestnews/stories/011008dnmetteenskilled.7ba7cc6.html (UK) Whistle-blower cleared over Islamist leaks (update) http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/uk/crime/article3162636.ece Denmark: Taxi drivers protest people smuggling charges http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/01/demark-taxi-drivers-protest-people.html (Netherlands) 'Koran film' on YouTube not from Wilders http://www.expatica.com/nl/articles/news/_Koran-film_-on-YouTube-not-from-Wilders.html (Russia) Putin appoints firebrand as Russia's NATO envoy http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080110/wl_nm/russia_nato_dc_2;_ylt=AvSZhqDe._p_lNhBiro66yd_5GIA Indonesia's treatment of 'deviant' sects under the spotlight http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080109/wl_asia_afp/indonesiareligionminoritiesislamsects_080109043402;_ylt=AofLEvtVjyFnsMrdLcsw2i3aHXcA (Philippines) Makati mall blast not caused by bomb--police http://newsinfo.inquirer.net/breakingnews/metro/view/20080110-111531/Makati-mall-blast-not-caused-by-bomb--police Philippines to charge 15, including employees of top developer, in mall blast http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/10/asia/AS-GEN-Philippines-Mall-Blast.php January 9, 2008 PM Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Iraq) 9 US soldiers die in new Iraq offensive http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080109/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq_080101205398;_ylt=AjO_5QM0_0m4vdcrhVYk7FNX6GMA (Iraq) Car bombs explode outside Christian buildings -- outside churches in Kirkuk, part of wave of attacks on Christian targets http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,23031592-401,00.html Iraq: Awakening Councils Face Political, Terrorist Pressure http://www.rferl.org/featuresarticle/2008/1/E7773CB4-EF94-4E65-980A-561EBC562A69.html Treasury Designates Individuals, Entity Fueling Iraqi Insurgency - U.S. Treasury press release http://www.treas.gov/press/releases/hp759.htm - see changes to official U.S. Treasury OFAC list (Acrobat) http://www.treas.gov/offices/enforcement/ofac/sdn/t11sdnew.pdf Afghanistan: A First Step Toward 'Turning' Moderate Taliban? Ex-Taliban Mullah Abdul Salaam's role as district chief of Musa Qala a "localized" deal http://www.rferl.org/featuresarticle/2008/01/017e3914-08af-4ee1-af52-89a9f2ad15b0.html (Pakistan) Tribal chief Maulavi Nazir tells militants to leave -- Wana http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,23026635-401,00.html (U.S.) FAA: Terrorists Could Hack New Boeing Jetliner http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,321326,00.html (U.S.) Sam Harris: A Liberal Confronts Jihad http://www.typepad.com/t/trackback/1032181/24964092 http://www.samharris.org/site/full_text/the-end-of-liberalism/ (Norway) Ansar al-Islam Insurgents threaten Norway http://www.aftenposten.no/english/local/article2188219.ece (Spain) 2 confess to bomb attack linked to ETA, Spanish official says (updated) http://www.iht.com/articles/2008/01/09/europe/spain.php Indonesia: Bali bombers show no remorse and call for more violence (update) http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1752029545 Philippines: Communists say guerrillas have not been dismantled http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1752029735 Other News: (U.S.) Bush yet to name envoy to Islamic group -- to Organization of the Islamic Conference (OIC) http://www.washingtontimes.com/article/20080109/NATION/833225374/1002 http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2008/01/09/bush_months_behind_on_islamic_envoy/5354/ Commentary: Defending the West -- Interview with Ibn Warraq http://www.frontpagemag.com/Articles/Read.aspx?GUID=2A18D144-3030-41EF-A28B-2695E2A68617 http://www.amazon.com/Defending-West-Critique-Edward-Orientalism/dp/1591024846/ref=pd_bbs_sr_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1197770821&sr=1-1 http://www.newenglishreview.org/custpage.cfm/frm/13212/sec_id/13212 Ideological Debate Between Andrew G. Bostom and Matthias Kuntzel: Commentary: The First and Last Enemy: Jew-Hatred in Islam -- by Andrew G. Bostom http://www.americanthinker.com/2007/10/the_first_and_last_enemy_jewha.html http://www.amazon.com/Legacy-Islamic-Antisemitism-Sacred-History/dp/1591025540/ref=sr_1_3/102-8993833-1476108?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1179229261&sr=1-3 The Islamization of European Anti-Semitism -- by Andrew G. Bostom http://www.americanthinker.com/2006/09/the_islamization_of_european_a.html Commentary: Jihad and Jew-Hatred -- by Jeffrey Goldberg http://frontpagemagazine.com/Articles/Read.aspx?GUID=AA2BFC6B-F386-471B-ABF7-0FDAFE00FAF6 http://www.nytimes.com/2008/01/06/books/review/Goldberg-t.html?_r=1&ref=review&oref=slogin 'Hitler's Legacy: Islamic Antisemitism in the Middle East' -- by Matthias Kuntzel http://irenelancaster.typepad.com/my_weblog/2007/10/dr-matthias-kue.html http://www.amazon.com/Jihad-Jew-Hatred-Islamism-Nazism-Roots/dp/0914386360/ref=pd_bxgy_b_img_b UN Resolution A/HRC/6/L.15 Research - promoted by Organization of the Islamic Conference (OIC): UN Resolution A/HRC/6/L.15 Versions: http://ap.ohchr.org/documents/dpage_e.aspx?s=99 Body Session Date Symbol Title HRC 6th 13/12/2007 A/HRC/6/L.49 Amendments to draft resolution L.15/Rev.1: Elimination of all forms of intolerance and of discrimination based on religion or belief http://daccess-ods.un.org/access.nsf/Get?Open&DS=A/HRC/6/L.49&Lang=E HRC 6th 11/12/2007 A/HRC/6/L.15/Rev.1 Elimination of all forms of intolerance and of discrimination based on religion or belief http://daccess-ods.un.org/access.nsf/Get?Open&DS=A/HRC/6/L.15/Rev.1&Lang=E A/HRC/6/L.15 and Related Blog Postings: Islamic bid to amend UN religious intolerance resolution http://blog.unwatch.org/?p=77 Islamic Bloc Scores 'Defamation of Religions' Resolution at UN http://www.cnsnews.com/news/viewstory.asp?Page=/ForeignBureaus/archive/200712/INT20071220a.html 15 OIC States abstain at UN Human Rights Council on "All Forms of Intolerance and of Discrimination based on Religion or Belief" http://www.jihadwatch.org/dhimmiwatch/archives/019206.php Human Rights Council extends mandates of experts on internally displaced persons, Sudan, and freedom of religion and belief http://www.unog.ch/80256EDD006B9C2E/(httpNewsByYear_en)/BD4D66F1D821C8AEC12573B10047D7AB?OpenDocument The United Nations and Anti-Semitism -- 2004-2007 Report Card http://www.unwatch.org/site/c.bdKKISNqEmG/b.3624387/ http://www.unwatch.org/atf/cf/%7B6DEB65DA-BE5B-4CAE-8056-8BF0BEDF4D17%7D/UNW_THE_UN_AND_ANTI_SEMITISM_04_07_REPORT_CARD.PDF January 9, 2008 Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Iraq) Three US soldiers killed in Iraq -- during operations in Salaheddin province http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080109/wl_mideast_afp/iraqustoll_080109115420;_ylt=AlwrbhgWo229.AEWdTiiW_JX6GMA (Iraq) US offensive against al-Qaida in Iraq meeting little resistance so far, commander says http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/09/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq.php (Iraq) Suicide vests rise as threat to troops http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080109/FOREIGN/733128701/1003 Afghanistan arrests 11 Taliban fighters -in Kabul, Kandahar, Helmand and Maidan Wardak -- three Pakistanis suspected of assassination plot http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2008/01/09/afghanistan_arrests_11_taliban_fighters/1681/ (Afghanistan) Troops raid Taliban with amphibious front http://www.upi.com/International_Security/Emerging_Threats/Briefing/2008/01/08/troops_raid_taliban_with_amphibious_front/7375/ (Afghanistan) Taliban leader says bribe won him freedom http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2008/01/08/taliban_leader_says_bribe_won_him_freedom/7551/ (Afghanistan) Taliban commander Mullah Mansoor Dadullah tells deputies he's still in militia http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/09/asia/AS-GEN-Afghanistan.php Pakistan army strikes hideout of pro-Taliban militant leader -- Maulana Fazlullah in Swat valley http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/09/asia/AS-GEN-Pakistan-Fighting.php (Pakistan) Rumors about Fazlullah's death http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\01\09\story_9-1-2008_pg1_3 (Pakistan) Suicide bomb "mastermind" arrested in Pakistan -- retired army major Ahsan-ul-Haq behind Lahore suicide attack on air force bus - explosives and suicide bomb jackets found at home next to madrassa http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080109/wl_nm/pakistan_security_dc_1;_ylt=AjySsNtX4incbJ9rywl7Bh7zPukA http://www.dawn.com/2008/01/09/top10.htm (Pakistan) Taliban commander Baitullah Mehsud's militants attack security forces http://www.outlookindia.com/pti_news.asp?id=533777 (Pakistan) 'Baitullah in hot water' http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\01\09\story_9-1-2008_pg7_1 (Pakistan) Five missiles land near Peshawar -- targeting military residences http://www.dawn.com/2008/01/09/top20.htm (Pakistan) 11 rockets fired at garrison -- Yakaghund checkpost http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\01\09\story_9-1-2008_pg7_3 Pakistan hits out at UN nuclear chief's concerns http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/January/subcontinent_January316.xml§ion=subcontinent http://www.dawn.com/2008/01/09/top2.htm Pakistan has over-stretched its resources to fight terrorism - Pakistan Prime Minister http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1873702&Language=en (Pakistan) Scotland Yard beefs up team in Bhutto probe http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/January/subcontinent_January315.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (Pakistan) Muslim holy month of Muharram puts Pak on knife-edge -- fears of sectarian violence between Sunnis and Shiites http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/January/subcontinent_January310.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (Pakistan) Report: Islamic parties lose support in Pakistan http://www.newspress.com/Top/Article/article.jsp?Section=WORLD&ID=565224486766772435 (India) Two ULFA militants surrender in Assam http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/2_ULFA_militants_surrender_in_Assam/articleshow/2686448.cms US wants life in prison in Padilla case http://www.reuters.com/article/domesticNews/idUSN0852237720080108 (U.S.) N.Y. pushes to deploy more bioweapons sensors -- Homeland Security priority is development of next-generation devices http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/22567946/ http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2008/01/08/AR2008010803892.html (U.S.) Nevada: Funding OK'd for 'fusion center' with focus on terrorism http://www.lvrj.com/news/13557322.html U.S. Releases Dramatic Iran Boat Video -- Iranian: "You will explode after a few minutes" http://abcnews.go.com/International/story?id=4105110&page=1 --- video link http://abcnews.go.com/Video/playerIndex?id=4104881 Iranian TV: Pentagon Video, Audio Fake http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080109/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iran_us_navy_46 Iran warned of consequences of any new naval crisis http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080109/wl_nm/usa_iran_dc_2;_ylt=AkIOkoZcIE8ok6sd7QKA39NSw60A (Gaza) Israeli military kills Gaza militant http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2008/January/middleeast_January127.xml§ion=middleeast&col= Gazans stage anti-Bush protests -- Al-Qaida-inspired group warns: "We're coming, not to Bush in Tel Aviv, but God willing to Washington." http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1198517335274&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Israel) Rockets fall on Israeli city as Bush arrives http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2008/January/middleeast_January132.xml§ion=middleeast&col= (Israel) One hurt as 12 Kassams hit w. Negev http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1198517332008&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Gaza) Islamic Jihad says it fired missiles in retaliation for Bush's tour http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1873785&Language=en (Algeria) Four Algerian troops killed in anti-Islamist operation: press -- east of Constantine http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080109/wl_africa_afp/algeriaattacks;_ylt=A0WTUerN2IRHEv0A0wZvaA8F Algeria to 'double' anti-terror forces: interior minister -- following a raft of terrorist attacks in recent months http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080108/wl_africa_afp/algeriaattackscrime_080108212309;_ylt=AnBcbpTfDC5hLo7SYCsD0JgTv5UB Tunisia court upholds terror conviction -- Lotfi Lagha previously held at Guantanamo Bay http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080108/ap_on_re_af/tunisia_guantanamo_detainee_1;_ylt=Auel.Oy9hqRBOlJmj6vtKo8Tv5UB Sudan's military denies UN accusation it shot at Darfur peacekeepers http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/09/africa/AF-GEN-Sudan-Darfur.php (Russia) Bomb blast hits official's car in Russia's Dagestan region http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1198517331453&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Turkey) Seven suspects apprehended over Diyarbakir blast (update) http://www.todayszaman.com/tz-web/detaylar.do?load=detay&link=131212 Turkish leader rules out "political solution" to PKK crisis http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080109/ts_afp/usturkeyiraqunrestkurds_080109013916;_ylt=AuJlSMMETsaiBsub4KoOfsLtfLkA (France) Security alert as Islamists theaten Paris mayor -- Bertrand Delanoe has been given extra security protection after an Islamist website used by Al-Qaeda members listed him as a target http://www.expatica.com/fr/articles/news/Security-alert-as-Islamists-theaten-Paris-mayor.html http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2008/01/09/terror/main3690700.shtml Italy: Authorities order expulsion of Islamic leader -- after RAI Italian television program on Mohamed Kohaila, shows copies of newspaper close to Al-Qaeda http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Religion/?id=1.0.1751361616 (UK) Outrage as al-Qaeda extremist gets soft sentence -- Sohail Qureshi's sentence of 4 1/2 years for preparing for terrorism could have received life sentence; Sohail Qureshi could be free in a year http://www.mirror.co.uk/news/topstories/2008/01/09/outrage-as-al-qaeda-extremist-gets-soft-sentence-89520-20279051/ (UK) Analysis: Terror fight goes online http://www.cnn.com/2008/WORLD/europe/01/09/ukterror.analysis/ (Spain) Arrested Madrid airport bombers: Spain -- interior minister: two of ETA members carried out December 30 Madrid airport bombing http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/theworld/2008/January/theworld_January255.xml§ion=theworld (Spain) Second ETA arms stockpile found after arrests -- Both bomb-making material caches situated outside Basque Country http://www.expatica.com/es/articles/news/Second-ETA-arms-stockpile-found-after-arrests.html (Kosovo) Former rebel leader to become Kosovo's prime minister -- Hashim Thaci vows to lead Kosovo to independence from Serbia this year http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/09/europe/EU-GEN-Kosovo-Government.php Indonesia: Bali bombers may seek a presidential pardon http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1751069213 (Indonesia) Death Row talk: No remorse for Bali bombs http://www.bangkokpost.com/breaking_news/previousdetail.php?id=124990 (Indonesia) Bali bombings ended Indonesia's denial about terrorism http://news.monstersandcritics.com/asiapacific/news/article_1385470.php/ANALYSIS_Bali_bombings_ended_Indonesias_denial_about_terrorism (Thailand) Seven police officers arrested for allegedly spying for Muslim insurgents http://www.nationmultimedia.com/breakingnews/read.php?newsid=30061402 (Thailand) Insurgents kill Muslim man in South -- in Yala province http://www.bangkokpost.com/breaking_news/previousdetail.php?id=124996 (Thailand) Report: "Thai south conflict about land, not jihad: expert" -- claims "socio-economic grievances" behind beheadings of elderly, bombing of schools, killing of women and children http://www.straitstimes.com/Latest%2BNews/Asia/STIStory_194391.html Philippine Government Drafts Constitutional Amendment to Create Muslim Homeland http://www.voanews.com/english/2008-01-09-voa7.cfm?rss=asia http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/09/asia/AS-GEN-Philippines-Muslim-Rebels.php http://news.monstersandcritics.com/asiapacific/news/article_1385478.php/Philippines_to_push_for_federal_Islamic_state_in_troubled_south (Philippines) Two policemen shot dead in southern Philippines -- in a southern Philippine Jolo island known to be a hotbed of Muslim extremists http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Top_Headlines/Two_policemen_shot_dead_in_southern_Philippines/articleshow/2685321.cms (Philippines) Army to guard mine after Communist guerrilla attack http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,23030748-1702,00.html (Sri Lanka) Troops kill 44 Tigers, captures rebel area: Sri Lanka http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/January/subcontinent_January314.xml§ion=subcontinent North Korea still wants nuclear deal: U.S. envoy http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080109/ts_nm/korea_north_dc_1;_ylt=AglEomzfwEBX5V52cbOOpuSCscEA China 'plans to send troops into North Korea' http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml;jsessionid=SEGPCNXFFMCJTQFIQMGSFFWAVCBQWIV0?xml=/news/2008/01/08/wchina108.xml (Trinidad) Bakr lawyers challenge terror act -- trial of Jamaat-al-Muslimeen leader Yasin Abu Bakr http://www.trinidadexpress.com/index.pl/article_news?id=161261317 Other News: (UK) Bishop responds to Muslim 'no-go areas' backlash http://www.christiantoday.com/article/bishop.responds.to.muslim.nogo.areas.backlash/16082.htm (UK) 'Hypocrite' Straw reprimands magistrate who walked out of court due to veiled Muslim defendant http://www.dailymail.co.uk/pages/live/articles/news/news.html?in_article_id=506865&in_page_id=1770 (UK) Muslim Girl scared of forced marriage 'was strangled' http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml;jsessionid=SEGPCNXFFMCJTQFIQMGSFFWAVCBQWIV0?xml=/news/2008/01/09/nahmed109.xml (UK) 'Family turned a blind eye' as teenage bride was beaten to death by arranged husband http://www.dailymail.co.uk/pages/live/articles/news/news.html?in_article_id=506686&in_page_id=1770 (UK) Civil servant cleared as secrets case dropped http://business.timesonline.co.uk/tol/business/law/article3159398.ece (Saudi Arabia) Bush expedites Saudi smart bomb deal http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1198517328646&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Germany: Gang smuggled Iraqis into Sweden http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/01/germany-gang-smuggled-iraqis-into.html Turkey: Belgians are descended from Turks http://www.turkishdailynews.com.tr/article.php?enewsid=93059 http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/01/turkey-belgians-are-descended-from.html Denmark: Danish companies attractive for Arab investors http://www.cphpost.dk/get/105025.html http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/01/denmark-danish-companies-attractive-for.html January 8, 2008 PM Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (U.S.) Defense raises 90 objections as Padilla sentencing hearing begins http://www.jacksonville.com/apnews/stories/010808/D8U1T8480.shtml (U.S.) Jose Padilla, 2 others to be sentenced -- this week http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080108/ap_on_re_us/padilla_terror_charges (Iraq) US, Iraq launch anti-extremist operation (update) http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/iraq;_ylt=AjDmc39mIIhYguRUuDOT4e9X6GMA (Iraq) MEMRI: Al-Arabiya TV Report: Al-Qaeda Controls U.S. Prisons in Iraq http://memri.org/bin/latestnews.cgi?ID=SD180508 (U.S.) GAO: Despite Progress, Weaknesses in Traveler Inspections Exist at Our Nation's Ports of Entry http://www.gao.gov/new.items/d08192t.pdf (Afghanistan) Would-be suicide bomber begs for pardon http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,23026684-1702,00.html (Pakistan) U.N. Atomic chief fears for security of Pakistan's nuclear arsenal http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080108/wl_sthasia_afp/pakistannucleariaeaelbaradei_080108174755;_ylt=Avc8wvTnUGnD1pxDpD8VTa7zPukA (UAE) Dubai counters rising terror threat http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080108/ap_on_re_mi_ea/dubai_homeland_security (Somalia) 12 killed in sporadic fighting http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,23026686-1702,00.html Algeria: Al-Qaeda has 'stable presence in Africa' http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1747426888 (Sudan) Gunmen ambush UN convoy in Darfur http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080108/ap_on_re_mi_ea/sudan_darfur (UK) The terrorist and the shop girl -- BBC report on Sohail Anjum Qureshi and Samina Malik http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/uk/7177702.stm (UK) Hundreds of Iraqi interpreters denied chance to live in UK http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/iraq/article3156156.ece Turkish police question Iraq-trained Kurd over deadly blast (update) http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080108/wl_mideast_afp/turkeykurdsattacks_080108193421;_ylt=Ak.vPsvtigt.gNjBiEi5GeztfLkA Greek court paroles convicted left-wing terror group member http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1198517326721&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Spain) Three alleged members of Basque terror group ETA extradited from UK http://www.dailymail.co.uk/pages/live/articles/news/worldnews.html?in_article_id=506851&in_page_id=1811&ito=1490 (Columbia) FARC set to release two hostages http://www.eluniversal.com/2008/01/08/en_pol_art_farc-set-to-release_08A1290639.shtml Other News: (U.S.) Post 9/11 terror fears giving Americans heart problems: study http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080108/ts_alt_afp/ushealthheartattacks_080108180457;_ylt=AjfcYW5DxycjOI3Vit1bVGATv5UB (U.S.) Clinton heightens terrorism rhetoric http://www.boston.com/news/politics/politicalintelligence/2008/01/clinton_heighte.html January 8, 2008 Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Iraq) US-Iraqi forces launch assault against Qaeda fighters -- Operation "Phantom Phoenix" likely in northern Iraq http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080108/wl_mideast_afp/iraqunrest_080108121136;_ylt=AuYKhN0bMueZBuKt4eOWMkRX6GMA (Iraq) Gunmen abduct 10 Awakening Militia members in Baghdad http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1057970 (Afghanistan) Ex-Taliban commander made Afghan governor -- Abdul Salaam http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/January/subcontinent_January267.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= Afghan bomb kills 2 coalition soldiers - in Kot district of Nangarhar province http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080108/ap_on_re_as/afghanistan_8;_ylt=AsIPADwzbB9vm4tGrd_Z223OVooA (Pakistan) 'Operation on cards to capture Taliban leader Baitullah Mehsud' http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\01\08\story_8-1-2008_pg1_3 (Pakistan) Nine pro-govt militants slain in Waziristan: Maulvi Nazir points finger at Baitullah Mehsud (update) - on Sunday night - http://www.dawn.com/2008/01/08/top1.htm -- Nazir declined to join Baitullah Mehsud because of the presence of Uzbek militants http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\01\08\story_8-1-2008_pg1_4 (Pakistan) Authorities arrest Al-Qaeda linked soldier in Pakistan, 6 militants http://www.indianmuslims.info/news/2008/jan/08/authorities_arrest_al_qaeda_linked_armyman_pakistan_6_militants.html (Pakistan) US wants Pakistan to bite the bullet -- US goal to cut the supply lines of the Taliban and al-Qaeda between Pakistan and Afghanistan http://www.atimes.com/atimes/South_Asia/JA09Df02.html (Pakistan) British detectives meet with Musharraf -- on Bhutto investigation http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080108/ap_on_re_as/pakistan_2;_ylt=AjlNv7OHN5M3ZGJBVluHLeHzPukA (Pakistan) UN probe into Bhutto killing only if asked by Islamabad: Ban http://www.outlookindia.com/pti_news.asp?id=533493 Pakistanis Believe US Greater Threat than al Qaeda http://www.cnsnews.com/news/viewstory.asp?Page=/Nation/archive/200801/NAT20080107c.html http://www.worldpublicopinion.org/pipa/pdf/jan08/Pakistan_Jan08_rpt.pdf (Pakistan) Report: Osama paid $10 million to ISI to overthrow Benazir Bhutto's govt -- in 1989 http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/World/Pakistan/Osama_paid_10_million_to_ISI_to_overthrow_Benazirs_govt/articleshow/2680824.cms (U.S.) South Carolina Pipe Bomb Case: Lawyer Asks To Be Removed From Mohamed's Case http://www2.tbo.com/content/2008/jan/07/lawyer-asks-be-removed-mohameds-case/ (U.S.) FBI arrests another suspect in UC San Diego bomb hoax http://www.mercurynews.com/news/ci_7911462 Beheading in the Name of Islam Online -- Website http://frontpagemagazine.com/Articles/Read.aspx?GUID=4793D07C-A7AE-439F-8B9E-54F345BF6F77 (Iran) 'Reckless' Iranians threaten to blow up American warships in the Gulf (update) http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/middle_east/article3149339.ece Iran denies threat to blow up US ships http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2008/January/middleeast_January114.xml§ion=middleeast&col= (Lebanon) Roadside bomb wounds 2 UN peacekeepers on patrol south of Beirut http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/08/africa/ME-GEN-Lebanon-Explosion.php (Lebanon) Fatah al-Islam chief says Lebanon battle 'just the beginning': website http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080108/wl_mideast_afp/lebanonunrestmilitia_080108112316;_ylt=Ar7Dkq.76duO6yfTzWUwE2_agGIB http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2008/January/middleeast_January108.xml§ion=middleeast&col= Lebanon: Militant leader reveals he is alive in audio tape http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1746971826 (Lebanon) UN's Ban Considers Lebanon Bomb Probe http://www.guardian.co.uk/worldlatest/story/0,,-7206340,00.html (Gaza) Clashes between Hamas and Israeli boats on Gaza coast http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/08/africa/ME-GEN-Israel-Palestinians-Clash.php (West Bank) US considering international force in W. Bank http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1198517319944&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Israel) Katusha rocket fired from Lebanon hits Israel -- spokesman -- crashed into the town of Shlomi http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1058069 (Israel) IDF arrests 2 Hamas men who returned to terror after release from jail http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1198517321294&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Egyptian police: Bedouin attack Egyptian guards near crossing with Israel, injuring 2 -- using rocket-propelled grenades http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/08/africa/ME-GEN-Egypt-Israel.php (Egypt) Former jihadist backs alternate Islam -- Tawfik Hamid http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?c=JPArticle&cid=1198517319969&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Algeria) UN's Ban Considers Algeria Bomb Probe http://ap.google.com/article/ALeqM5iMNPXI6X6o9SllrtmECty7-jj6TQD8U1FI780 Mauritania Detains 9 Over French Deaths http://ap.google.com/article/ALeqM5jtIC_6LWHqXWKkcAOrarQSywUKdAD8U1BV980 Nigerian militants prepare big oil attack - sources http://africa.reuters.com/top/news/usnBAN845339.html Nigeria: Militants Bomb Agip, Shell's Facilities http://allafrica.com/stories/200801080019.html (Liberia / Sierra Leone) Survivor of massacre tells Charles Taylor trial of mass murder, mutilation, rape http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/08/europe/EU-GEN-War-Crimes-Taylor.php (Turkey) Kurdish rebel arrested over Diyarbakir bombing http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080108/ap_on_re_mi_ea/turkey_bombing_2;_ylt=AuF_FyhoISuNRfL.hSc3r_ntfLkA (Turkey) Death toll in Turkish blast in Diyarbakir rises to six http://uk.reuters.com/article/worldNews/idUKL0852681820080108 Turkish soldiers charged with aiding PKK http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2008/01/07/turkish_soldiers_charged_with_aiding_pkk/4405/ (Austria) Couple linked to al-Qaida online video threat to face trial soon in Austria http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/08/europe/EU-GEN-Austria-Terror-Video.php Spanish police discover ETA explosives cache http://www.expatica.com/es/articles/news/Spanish-police-discover-ETA-explosives-cache.html http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/08/europe/EU-GEN-Spain-ETA.php (UK) Dentist Sohail Qureshi pleads guilty to terror charge http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/uk/crime/article3153554.ece (UK) Man jailed over terror act plans -- planned to fly to Pakistan - Sohail Qureshi -- was in e-mail contact with Samina Malik, the so-called "lyrical terrorist" http://ukpress.google.com/article/ALeqM5iYUiPHLWlOQ7ps1Xel3LTfMaG21w http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1198517326452&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2008/01/08/nterror308.xml (UK) Al-Qaeda plot to kill prison warder foiled http://www.mirror.co.uk/news/topstories/2008/01/08/al-qaeda-plot-to-kill-prison-warder-foiled-89520-20278319/ (UK) Scottish 'threat to poison city water' -- Scottish National Liberation Army (SNLA) http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/uk/crime/article3149017.ece (Netherlands) Car explosion near Dutch city Delft injures 1 person - bomb found in another car in Delft on Saturday http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/08/europe/EU-GEN-Netherlands-Explosion.php (Indonesia) Bali bombers ask to be beheaded http://www.bangkokpost.com/breaking_news/previousdetail.php?id=124931 (Thailand) Narathiwat bombing causes minor injuries -- ammonia nitrate bomb on Sunday evening near an outdoor market http://www.bangkokpost.com/breaking_news/previousdetail.php?id=124919 (Sri Lanka) Second blast in Colombo hours after first near Lanka capital http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Second_blast_in_Colombo_hours_after_first_near_Lanka_capital/articleshow/2684090.cms Sri Lankan Deputy Minister killed in claymore mine attack near Colombo http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1058147 http://www.guardian.co.uk/international/story/0,,2237138,00.html (Sri Lanka) 'Bomb blamed on rebels killed Sri Lanka gov't minister, wounded 10' http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1198517325455&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Sri Lanka) War erupts in Sri Lanka as bomb kills minister http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml;jsessionid=XIDUSGGNQ22MBQFIQMFSFFOAVCBQ0IV0?xml=/news/2008/01/08/wlanka108.xml Sri Lanka's president says minister's killing calls for "redoubled" efforts to crush rebels http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/08/asia/AS-GEN-Sri-Lanka-President.php (North Korea) US envoy demands North Korea make full nuclear declaration http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080108/wl_afp/nkoreanuclearweaponsusskorea_080108094456;_ylt=AuYhkB4g.r.1FgXvdSBxzJGCscEA North Korea seen reluctant to divulge nuclear plans http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080108/ts_nm/korea_north_dc_4;_ylt=AiuFT651OjeaFGQZhsHlg7SCscEA China planning to secure North Korea's nuclear arsenal: Report http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Top_Headlines/China_planning_to_secure_North_Koreas_nuclear_arsenal_Report/articleshow/2683029.cms Other News: (Europe) Population "implosion" is depopulating Eastern Europe, experts warn http://www.expatica.com/de/articles/news/Population-implosion-is-depopulating-Eastern-Europe-experts-warn.html Commentary: Dems Speak No Evil Of Islamic Jihad http://www.investors.com/editorial/editorialcontent.asp?secid=1501&status=article&id=284601335178058 (Pakistan) Commentary: Islamists taking over Pakistan -- Sushant Sareen http://www.dailypioneer.com/indexn12.asp?main_variable=OPED&file_name=opd3%2Etxt&counter_img=3 United States Institute of Peace (USIP) - News Release: "Pakistanis Want Larger Role for Both Islam and Democracy" http://www.usip.org/newsmedia/releases/2008/0107_pakistan_opinion.html http://www.worldpublicopinion.org/pipa/articles/home_page/440.php?lb=hmpg1&pnt=440&nid=&id= -- Full Report (PDF) http://www.worldpublicopinion.org/pipa/pdf/jan08/Pakistan_Jan08_rpt.pdf -- Questionnaire / Methodology (PDF) http://www.worldpublicopinion.org/pipa/pdf/jan08/Pakistan_Jan08_quaire.pdf Previous poll excerpt - done by same group - released in October 2007 http://www.worldpublicopinion.org/pipa/pdf/oct07/PakAlQaeda_Oct07_quaire.pdf (Pakistan) Most Pakistanis want madrassa reform: USIP poll http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\01\08\story_8-1-2008_pg1_1 Pakistan: Most want 'Islamic democracy', says poll http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/CultureAndMedia/?id=1.0.1746984265 Democracy definition: http://education.yahoo.com/reference/dictionary/entry/democracy http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/democracy http://usinfo.state.gov/products/pubs/whatsdem/whatdm2.htm Norway: Kurdish author convicted for blasphemy in Iraq http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/01/norway-kurdish-author-convicted-for.html http://www.aftenposten.no/english/local/article2184678.ece January 7, 2008 PM Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Al-Qaeda) Al-Qaeda's Gadahn - Transcript of January 6 Message -- Laura Mansfield http://counterterrorismblog.org/2008/01/gadahn_010608_transcript.php http://www.lauramansfield.com/subscribers/ (Iraq) Army Officer Newspaper Blogger Dies in Iraq; 'Final Post' Published http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,320686,00.html (Pakistan) Report: Bin Laden Bodyguard Arrested in Pakistan http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,320582,00.html (U.S.) Liberty City Seven: Retrial in terrorism conspiracy case delayed for jury selection http://abclocal.go.com/wls/story?section=news/local&id=5874882 http://www.mysuncoast.com/Global/story.asp?S=7588508&nav=menu577_2_1 Gaza: 4 Islamic Jihad members injured in 'work accident' -- preparing explosive devices http://www.ynetnews.com/articles/0,7340,L-3491424,00.html (Lebanon) Fatah Islam leader slams Lebanon's army chief in new audio message http://www.haaretz.com/hasen/spages/942467.html (Liberia) War crimes trial of Liberian ex-president Taylor resumes http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080107/ts_afp/warcrimessierraleoneliberiataylor_080107132003;_ylt=AmVjdO4sZYdnv0U3zR2x6q6s0NUE (Algeria) Al Qaeda extorts money from wealthy businessmen in Tizi Ouzou http://www.echoroukonline.com/english/modules.php?name=News&file=article&sid=8628 Other News: (India) Taslima must apologize to Muslims: Dasmunsi http://www.centralchronicle.com/20080107/0701142.htm January 7, 2008 Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com U.S. says Iranian gunboats harassed warships -- Officials describe incident as a 'significant provocative act' -- in the Strait of Hormuz Sunday http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/22537199/ http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/middle_east/article3147217.ece (Iraq) Baghdad suicide bombers kill 14: security officials -- including senior member of Sunni Adhamiyah Awakening -- also four people were killed when two roadside bombs exploded near university sites http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080107/wl_afp/iraqunrest_080107121834;_ylt=AiFZGcc4ArMOjwPfDsZuirFX6GMA (Iraq) Main Sunni Group Vows No Deal With U.S. -- terror group "The Islamic Army" http://www.military.com/NewsContent/0,13319,159483,00.html Iraq: Rocket attack on Kirkuk TV in latest violence http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1743312212 (Iraq) Christians, churches attacked in Iraq during celebrations http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/focusoniraq/2008/January/focusoniraq_January22.xml§ion=focusoniraq Afghan violence leaves 10 dead - suicide bomber kills policeman on border, Helmand bomb kills 3, Uruzgan clash kills 2 civilians, and in Kandahar 3 Taliban killed in battle http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080107/ap_on_re_as/afghanistan_2;_ylt=AlkOvXX0jrblqaa3h7duw_zOVooA (Afghanistan) Taliban bomb kills four in Afghanistan: police - Nad Ali district of Helmand province http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080107/wl_sthasia_afp/afghanistanunrestblast_080107125728;_ylt=AoZBccnS.FcYuGmgEoa.p0bOVooA (Afghanistan) Taliban commander Mansoor Dadullah refuses dismissal order -- his spokesman says not approved by Mullah Omar http://www.thecanadianpress.com/english/online/OnlineFullStory.aspx?filename=w123015A&newsitemid=52365027&languageid=1 (Afghanistan) U.S. prison grows beyond capacity in Afghanistan http://www.iht.com/articles/2008/01/07/asia/07bagram.php Pakistan: Militants kill 8 tribal elders -- in Wana http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080107/ap_on_re_as/pakistan_militants;_ylt=AqeWYT.6WdwFQJu.tPwbdc2ROrgF (Pakistan) Islamists kill truce negotiators in Pakistan http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/asia/article3147019.ece (Pakistan) Soldier wounded in Pakistan suicide attack - in Kabal town in Swat http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080107/wl_sthasia_afp/pakistanunrestnorthwest_080107081716;_ylt=Ags9uYRV3g5FyNrRJN9Y_TvzPukA Pakistan: Suicide bomber targets army base in Swat http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1743111937 'Pakistan "not particularly looking for" bin Laden': President Pervez Musharraf http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/January/subcontinent_January243.xml§ion=subcontinent (Pakistan) Al-Qaeda now focusing attacks on Pakistan: US Defense Secretary http://www.hindustantimes.com/Redir.aspx?ID=4fc982b3-f5ca-4926-867e-e5d4aab1fa66&ParentID=e5bb9def-4e29-4279-9a0c-8cefd369b52b (Pakistan) U.S. Officials Review Approach in Pakistan -- Fight Against Al-Qaeda May Intensify http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2008/01/06/AR2008010602262.html?hpid=topnews Pakistan Denies U.S. Right to Hunt Terrorists Within Its Borders http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,320516,00.html (Pakistan) Senior al-Qaeda operative arrested in Pakistan -- Amin al-Haq http://en.rian.ru/world/20080107/95615893.html (Pakistan) Musharraf: Bhutto to blame for her assassination http://www.cnn.com/2008/WORLD/asiapcf/01/07/pakistan.bhutto.musharraf/index.html (Pakistan) Bhutto party says Musharraf admission shows need for UN probe http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080106/wl_asia_afp/pakistanattacksbhutto Pakistanis want Islamic democracy, distrust US -poll -- 60 percent want more Shariah -- ""It shows there is no major Western-oriented secular sub-group in Pakistan. People want more Islam." http://www.reuters.com/article/latestCrisis/idUSN06329831 (Pakistan) Lal Masjid's new chief takes old line: democracy is no solution -- Maulana Amir Siddique, the head of Lal Masjid is "against democracy" and would rather have the country governed by the rules of Islam http://www.indianexpress.com/story/258389.html Pakistan JUI-F leader Maulana Fazlur Rehman vows to enforce true Islamic system in country -- US ambassador to Pakistan Anne Patterson met with Rehman in November on "the importance of having free and fair elections" http://www.pakistanlink.com/Headlines/Jan08/06/04.htm http://www.dawn.com/2007/11/20/rss.htm (India) Child injured in bomb blast in Uttar Pradesh http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Child_injured_in_bomb_blast_in_UP/articleshow/2680222.cms (India) Tight vigil in UP amid reports of terror threats http://www.hindu.com/thehindu/holnus/000200801061865.htm (U.S.) American al Qaeda militant urges attacks on Bush - Adam Gadahn urged terrorists to kill President during Middle East visit --- updates with additional links... http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080106/ts_nm/qaeda_usa_video_dc http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,320521,00.html http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080106/ap_on_re_mi_ea/al_qaida_american_video_9;_ylt=AgvQH2Sj7Y49E8.1u5fTmOMTv5UB http://abcnews.go.com/Blotter/story?id=4093635&page=1 http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2008/01/07/wmeast407.xml http://memri.org/bin/latestnews.cgi?ID=IA41508 http://www.lauramansfield.com/subscribers/ http://www.lauramansfield.com/Al_med_NEW.wmv http://www.siteintelgroup.org/bin/articles.cgi?ID=publications338508&Category=publications&Subcategory=0 (U.S.) FBI reviewing al-Qaida videotape -- by Al-Qaeda member Adam Gadahn aka Azzam the American http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080107/ap_on_go_ca_st_pe/al_qaida_american_video (U.S.) White House dismisses al-Qaeda threat http://www.livenews.com.au/Articles/2008/01/07/White_House_dismisses_alQaeda_threat (U.S.) Report: For sale: West's deadly nuclear secrets -- report alleges corrupt government officials allowed Pakistan and other states to steal nuclear weapons secrets -- claims Turkish spies acted as conduit for Pakistan ISI spy agency http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/middle_east/article3137695.ece (Iran) IAEA chief to visit Tehran later this week http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080107/wl_mideast_afp/irannuclearpoliticsiaea_080107114929;_ylt=AsLsxaEpFKbi_CatdTaXgX9Sw60A (Iran) Bush says US would defend Israel if Iran attacks http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2008/January/middleeast_January93.xml§ion=middleeast&col= (Gaza) IDF kills two armed Palestinians -- who opened fire at forces near Erez crossing in northern Gaza http://www.ynetnews.com/articles/0,7340,L-3491346,00.html Palestinians: Islamic Jihad claims attempted attack near Erez crossing http://www.ynetnews.com/articles/0,7340,L-3491351,00.html (West Bank) IDF arrests 21 Palestinian terror suspects in West Bank operations http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1198517312403&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (West Bank) Roadside-bomb threat to Bush Mideast visit? Security forces digging up streets in search for buried explosives http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=59565 Egypt sued over rocket attacks -- accusing officials of allowing explosives and weapons to be smuggled over the border into the Gaza Strip http://www.totallyjewish.com/news/world/c-7984/egypt-sued-over-rocket-attacks/ (Kenya) High stakes in Kenya crisis for US war on terror http://africa.reuters.com/wire/news/usnL0790784.html Kenya 'critical' to U.S. military http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080107/NATION/405397742/1001 (Kenya) Up to 1,000 dead in Kenya violence-opposition leader http://africa.reuters.com/country/RW/news/usnL07144867.html (Sudan) US, Sudan agents make progress in killing probe http://africa.reuters.com/top/news/usnBAN735554.html (Sudan) Slaying of diplomat from Buffalo linked to Islamic militants: However, message posted on Web site chat room hasn’t been authenticated http://www.buffalonews.com/home/story/243953.html?imw=Y (Turkey) 4 suspects in Turkey bombing released http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080107/ap_on_re_eu/turkey_explosion_1;_ylt=AprSGkHSmqEC2MfR.i0nvybtfLkA (Turkey) PKK: Militants may have staged Turkey bombing on own initiative http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/07/europe/EU-GEN-Turkey-Bombing.php (Turkey) Outlawed PKK's leadership seeks to be pardoned http://www.todayszaman.com/tz-web/detaylar.do?load=detay&link=130998 Italy: New al-Qaeda message targets Berlusconi http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1743079186 (Italy) Pope warns of terrorists getting nuclear weapons http://africa.reuters.com/top/news/usnBAN747941.html (France) Nine convicted in France for arms trafficking -- to ETA and IRA http://www.expatica.com/fr/articles/news/Nine-convicted-in-France-for-arms-trafficking.html (Spain) Armed ETA suspects held at checkpoint http://www.expatica.com/es/articles/news/Armed-ETA-suspects-held-at-checkpoint.html (UK) Bishop warns of no-go zones for non-Muslims http://www.telegraph.co.uk/global/main.jhtml;jsessionid=5PWMG115UEDSBQFIQMGCFF4AVCBQUIV0?xml=/global/2008/01/07/noindex/nislam106.xml http://www.dailymail.co.uk/pages/live/articles/news/news.html?in_article_id=506419&in_page_id=1770&in_poll_id=20308 http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,320507,00.html (UK) Muslims call for 'no-go' CoE bishop to resign http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2008/01/07/nmuslim107.xml&CMP=ILC-mostviewedbox (UK) Islamist Extremism flourished as UK lost Christianity http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml;jsessionid=5PWMG115UEDSBQFIQMGCFF4AVCBQUIV0?xml=/news/2008/01/06/nislam206.xml Indonesian police hunt for escaped McDonald's restaurant bomber -- Wirahadi described as "Islamic militant" http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1198517315918&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/07/asia/AS-GEN-Indonesia-McDonalds-Bomber.php (Thailand) Motorcycle bomb wounds 2 -- in downtown Narathiwat on Sunday http://www.bangkokpost.com/News/07Jan2008_news05.php Thailand's Muslim south grew bloodier in 2007 http://www.straitstimes.com/Latest%2BNews/Asia/STIStory_193742.html (Philippines) Report: Muslims march for peace in Mindanao -- after negotiations with govt and MILF terror group fail http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Politics/?id=1.0.1743060278 (Philippines) Military: Philippine communist rebels suffered setbacks, lost 1,400 guerrillas last year http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/07/asia/AS-GEN-Philippines-Communist-Rebels.php Sri Lankan military: Fighting kills 23 rebels, 1 soldier in embattled north http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/07/asia/AS-GEN-Sri-Lanka-Civil-War.php (North Korea) U.S. Envoy urges patience on North Korea deadline http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080107/pl_nm/korea_north_dc_3;_ylt=AlwKXVEHlxNfUJZHk3CcuimCscEA Colombia tells "incoherent" FARC to free hostages http://uk.reuters.com/article/worldNews/idUKN0534475220080105?rpc=401&feedType=RSS&feedName=worldNews&rpc=401 (Australia) Terror links in battle for mosque - Sydney mosque alleged to have members of Tablighi Jamaat http://www.theaustralian.news.com.au/story/0,25197,23015216-2702,00.html (Australia) Haneef fears being locked up: lawyer http://news.smh.com.au/haneef-fears-being-locked-up-lawyer/20080107-1kjx.html Other News: (UK) Foreign Students who overstay visas 'not deported' http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml;jsessionid=4VAE13GDASLDFQFIQMGCFF4AVCBQUIV0?xml=/news/2008/01/07/nstudent107.xml (UK) Report: UK Blogger to be Arrested for Shining the Light on Islamic Jihad http://blogmeisterusa.mu.nu/archives/251202.php (UK) Yorkshire: Mayor sparks controversy by saying Muslims "cause mayhem with explosives" http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/01/yorkshire-mayor-sparks-controversy-by.html (Belgium) Muslims to sign 'historic code of conduct' http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/01/muslims-to-sign-historic-code-of.html (Europe) Cultural tolerance 'is not enough,' says EU culture commissioner http://www.expatica.com/de/articles/news/Cultural-tolerance-_is-not-enough__-says-EU-culture-commissioner.html Sweden: Surge in Iraqi and Somali asylum seekers http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/01/sweden-surge-in-iraqi-and-somali-asylum.html India to train Malaysians to fly Russian jets: minister http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080107/wl_sthasia_afp/malaysiaindiarussiadefence_080107072423;_ylt=Ar9r6uMnK7t2uog2p4yxTuZ_5GIA Malaysian Christians warn that Allah ban hurts country's moderate Muslim image http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/07/asia/AS-REL-Malaysia-Allah-Ban.php Saudi official calls on French president to visit kingdom without girlfriend -- to not offend Islamic culture http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/07/africa/ME-GEN-Saudi-France.php (Canada) Muslims test press freedom limits in Canadian case http://www.canada.com/vancouversun/story.html?id=af026ddf-87b1-4a2f-a184-2279f932dd42&k=53558 =========================================== Related Newslinks on Rehman story January 7, 2008 (Pakistan) Maulana Fazlur Rehman vows to enforce true Islamic system in country http://www.pakistanlink.com/Headlines/Jan08/06/04.htm November 20, 2007 article on US envoy meetings with Rehman: (Pakistan) US envoy Anne Patterson meets Pakistani Islamist leader: embassy -- met Maulana Fazlur Rehman, head of the Jamiat-ulema-Islam party and deputy chief of the Muttahida-Majlis-e-Amal, a coalition of six radical parties http://www.dawn.com/2007/11/21/top8.htm http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071120/pl_afp/pakistanpoliticsusislam http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jamiat_Ulema-e-Islam http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Muttahida_Majlis-e-Amal -- per Global Security, Rehman is well-known "defender of the interests of the Taliban in the grand Deobandi alliance mostly spearheaded by the jihadi militia" http://www.globalsecurity.org/military/world/pakistan/mma.htm -- see also Jeffrey Imm November 7 posting http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/11/pakistan_media_and_islamists.php January 6, 2008 Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com American al Qaeda militant urges attacks on Bush - Adam Gadahn urged terrorists to kill President during Middle East visit http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080106/ts_nm/qaeda_usa_video_dc http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,320521,00.html http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080106/ap_on_re_mi_ea/al_qaida_american_video_9;_ylt=AgvQH2Sj7Y49E8.1u5fTmOMTv5UB http://abcnews.go.com/Blotter/story?id=4093635&page=1 http://memri.org/bin/latestnews.cgi?ID=IA41508 http://www.lauramansfield.com/subscribers/ http://www.lauramansfield.com/Al_med_NEW.wmv (Iraq) Suicide attack on Iraqi crowd kills 11 http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080106/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq_080101205360;_ylt=Agwu0MUyV8kBF_.O1Ic4AtJX6GMA (Iraq) Three bomb attacks kill 14 in Baghdad: Iraqi officials http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080106/ts_afp/iraqunrest_080106131206;_ylt=AiyjaVIdKCv3W_LbNert7O5X6GMA (Afghanistan) Expelled British envoys tried to turn Taliban chief http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/uk/article3137692.ece (Pakistan) US military not welcome in Pakistan: army http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080106/wl_sthasia_afp/usattacksintelligencepakistan_080106115719;_ylt=Apax4rIKG42xwnQ1r3fiQd_zPukA (Pakistan) Al Qaeda's Newest Triggerman - Profile of Baitullah Mehsud http://www.newsweek.com/id/84535 (Pakistan) U.S. weighs new covert push in Pakistan: report http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080106/pl_nm/pakistan_usa_cia_dc (Pakistan) Bhutto's servant under scanner - Servant aroused suspicion with "strange gestures" during her last address http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Murder_probe_Bhuttos_servant_a_suspect/articleshow/2676824.cms (India) 2 LTTE men arrested in Mangalore http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/2_LTTE_men_arrested_in_Mangalore/articleshow/2677909.cms (India J&K) 'Terror outfits in Kashmir suffer major setback in 2007' http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/articleshow/2649792.cms (U.S.) How the U.S. seeks to avert nuclear terror http://www.latimes.com/news/nationworld/nation/la-na-nuke6jan06,1,2065318.story?track=rss&ctrack=2&cset=true Arabs Back General As Lebanese President http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2008/01/05/AR2008010501992.html Israel Hints at Release of Barghouti http://arabnews.com/?page=4§ion=0&article=105359&d=6&m=1&y=2008 Israeli air strike kills Palestinian militant in Gaza http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1198517301050&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Israeli military has stepped up campaign against Gaza militants http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2008/January/middleeast_January86.xml§ion=middleeast&col= Israel warns of Iranian missile peril for Europe http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml;jsessionid=N1ZDF3T2LWPYJQFIQMGSFF4AVCBQWIV0?xml=/news/2008/01/06/wisrael106.xml Israel to brief George Bush on options for Iran strike http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/middle_east/article3137521.ece http://www.ynetnews.com/articles/0%2C7340%2CL-3491077%2C00.html Egypt discovers five weapons-smuggling tunnels next to Rafah crossing http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1198517299242&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Israel Winds Up Raid in Nablus http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2008/01/05/AR2008010500930.html Al-Qaida videos now on cell phones http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080105/ap_on_re_mi_ea/al_qaida_phone_videos;_ylt=Aqelll83p4Hr9Rab7nM48aes0NUE Report: "Bin Laden's Mentor a Reformed Man" http://arabnews.com/?page=1§ion=0&article=105363&d=6&m=1&y=2008 (UK) Report: "Muslim women to curb terror" http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/comment/faith/article3137633.ece Sri Lanka: Clashes kill 36 Tamil Tiger rebels http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1198517300940&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Sri Lanka says kills Tiger intelligence head http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080106/wl_nm/srilanka_tiger_dc;_ylt=AlvkWRhMbCwrBbLOSoeL0Kis0NUE January 5, 2008 Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Iraq) Roadside bombs kill seven in Iraq's Diyala http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/focusoniraq/2008/January/focusoniraq_January15.xml§ion=focusoniraq Iraqi soldier shot dead two US servicemen -- attacker had links to Sunni Arab insurgent groups http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/focusoniraq/2008/January/focusoniraq_January14.xml§ion=focusoniraq http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/middle_east/7172779.stm (Iraq) Fuel tank blast kills four, including two policemen -- in Basra http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1057056 (Iraq) MNF, Iraqi soldiers detain nine individuals, kill one combatant -- in Abu Tamur http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1057114 (Iraq) Al-Maliki says he supports Sunni groups, will absorb many in security forces http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/05/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq-Prime-Minister.php (Afghanistan) Suspected insurgents arrested in S Afghanistan http://news.xinhuanet.com/english/2008-01/05/content_7368083.htm (Afghanistan) More questions over diplomats and Taliban contacts (my title) http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/south_asia/7171205.stm Afghan clerics warn Karzai against missionaries http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080105/wl_nm/afghan_religion_dc_1;_ylt=AiC6t.EOc2DtcRtLWw4mP_DOVooA (Pakistan) 7 civilians killed as Pak army targets militants -- in Swat http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/January/subcontinent_January172.xml§ion=subcontinent (Pakistan) Security forces' base attacked -- in Tank http://www.dawn.com/2008/01/05/top17.htm (Pakistan) Local Taliban threaten govt with attacks in NWFP http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\01\05\story_5-1-2008_pg7_6 (Pakistan) Scotland Yard examines Bhutto murder scene http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/January/subcontinent_January177.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (Pakistan) Bhutto's husband calls for UN probe http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080105/ap_on_re_as/pakistan_392;_ylt=AlLSDlY_Hb_yML0nXz2Js1PzPukA (Pakistan) Governor of militancy-plagued Pakistan border province quits http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080105/wl_sthasia_afp/pakistanunrestnorthwestresign_080105103404;_ylt=AnCFJFQdJqiBrIUQHY7atlLzPukA (Pakistan) Commentary: US Command Throws a Hail Mary Pass in Pakistan http://www.cqpolitics.com/wmspage.cfm?parm1=5&docID=hsnews-000002651951 (India) Policeman killed in Naxal attack in Nagpur http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Top_Headlines/Policeman_killed_in_Naxal_attack_in_Nagpur/articleshow/2674369.cms (India) No ban on Maoists in Jharkhand means headache for police http://www.earthtimes.org/articles/show/169396.html (U.S.) New York - Terror suspect: I am a proud U.S. citizen -- Abdul Ibn Tawala Alishtari http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2008/01/04/terror_suspect_i_am_a_proud_us_citizen/6998/ (Lebanon) UN troops in Lebanon ready to fight terror: Spanish PM http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080105/wl_mideast_afp/lebanonspainun_080105123823;_ylt=AvDRLmiwXHJlsUs1hudip_PagGIB Hamas fires 21 mortar shells at Israeli troops in E. Gaza http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1057113 Hamas Chief: Shalit's freedom depends on prisoner exchange http://www.ynetnews.com/articles/0,7340,L-3490478,00.html (West Bank) IDF arrests 20 in large Nablus operation http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1198517296936&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1057106 (West Bank) Military operations expand in ancient city http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,23012599-1702,00.html (Israel) Sderot boy wounded in rocket attack http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1198517292387&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Morocco jails 50 Islamists for terror plots http://africa.reuters.com/wire/news/usnL04575946.html (Algeria) Strict security measures in Algeria against Al-Qaeda attacks http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1057104 (Somalia) 2 Libyan diplomats kidnapped in Somalia http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/05/africa/AF-GEN-Somalia-Diplomats-Kidnapped.php Libya denies talks in Washington broached issue of human rights http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/05/africa/ME-GEN-Libya-US-Talks.php (Europe) Terror Suspects Hone Anti-Detection Skills -- Simple Codes, Remote Sites, Internet Phone Calls Among Means Used to Foil High-Tech Surveillance http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2008/01/04/AR2008010403573.html Turkish prime minister says deadly bomb attack is 'PKK style' http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/05/europe/EU-GEN-Turkey-Bombing.php (Turkey) New deadly blasts averted after Diyarbakir attack http://www.todayszaman.com/tz-web/detaylar.do?load=detay&link=130931 Turkish army vows bomb attack strengthens resolve http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080104/wl_nm/turkey_explosion_dc_9;_ylt=Atx9FcvLGQzHX8wp1dvyRxztfLkA (Spain) Basque pupils to get 'anti-terrorism lessons' http://www.earthtimes.org/articles/show/169395.html (Canada) No deal with Air India bomb maker, says Crown http://www.nationalpost.com/news/story.html?id=216054 (Thailand) Insurgents murder Muslim in South attack -- in Yala Province http://www.bangkokpost.com/breaking_news/breakingnews.php?id=124888 Thai military says security improving in south despite recent bombings http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/05/asia/AS-GEN-Thailand-Southern-Violence.php (Indonesia) Bali bomber feels 'beautiful' facing end http://www.smh.com.au/news/world/bali-bomber-feels-beautiful/2008/01/04/1198950075710.html Sri Lanka fighting kills 34 Tamil Tiger rebels, a soldier http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/January/subcontinent_January176.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= Sri Lankan President vows to crush Tamil insurgency by year-end http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1057157 Sri Lanka in crucial need of monitoring mission -- rights group http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/January/subcontinent_January173.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (North Korea) US rejects North Korea's claims on list http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080105/ap_on_go_ca_st_pe/us_nkorea_nuclear_15;_ylt=AnP8GlFq6b9R0o7hX_.K3M6CscEA (Columbia) FARC admit 'hostage boy' not held http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/americas/7172217.stm Colombia gripped by hostage saga http://www.cnn.com/2008/WORLD/americas/01/04/child.hostages/index.html January 4, 2008 PM Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com ==================================================================== (U.S.) Report: Pentagon Specialist on Islamist Extremism Fired For Not Softening Views Related Stories: January 4, 2008 - The Washington Times: "Coughlin Sacked" - by Bill Gertz http://www.washingtontimes.com/article/20080104/NATION04/410150204/1002/NATION December 28, 2007 - The Washington Times: "Muslim pressure" - by Bill Gertz http://www.washingtontimes.com/article/20080104/NATION04/410150204/1002/NATION September 14, 2007 - The Washington Times: "Jihadist Threat" - by Bill Gertz http://washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20070914/NATION04/109140086/1008 September 14, 2007 - Report: Muslim Brotherhood U.S. Front Groups a Threat -- The Counterterrorism Blog - by Jeffrey Imm http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/09/muslim_brotherhood_front_groups.php September 10, 2007 - U.S. Muslim Brotherhood Groups Called "Threat Organization" in DOD Memo -- The Counterterrorism Blog -- by Douglas Farah http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/09/us_muslim_brotherhood_groups_c.php ==================================================================== (U.S.) Connecticut: Judge rules some evidence in terrorism case not admissible -- Hassan Abu-Jihaad charged with disclosing the location of Navy ships to terrorism supporters http://www.kvoa.com/Global/story.asp?S=7578651&nav=menu216_3 (U.S.) Padilla sues ex-Bush administration official over brig detention http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/S/SOU_PADILLA_LAWSUIT_FLOL-?SITE=FLTAM&SECTION=STATE&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT&CTIME=2008-01-04-15-13-48 (U.S.) Passenger jets get anti-missile devices http://www.usatoday.com/news/nation/2008-01-04-anti-missile-jets_N.htm (Pakistan) Five Christians kidnapped in S Waziristan http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\01\05\story_5-1-2008_pg7_12 Caliph Wanted: Why An old Islamic institution resonates with many Muslims today - Hizb-ut-Tahrir among groups supporting caliphate http://www.usnews.com/articles/news/world/2008/01/02/caliph-wanted.html?s_cid=rss:caliph-wanted.html (Iraq) Sadrists asked to respect cease-fire http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080104/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq_080101205336;_ylt=AvAotU7bORKU6JhWjXIEYRRX6GMA (Iraq) Al-Qaida Uses Women As Suicide Attackers http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080104/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq_female_bombers_1;_ylt=AjSETZptFkEHzK.mAiqx_f1X6GMA http://www.ajc.com/news/content/shared-gen/ap/Middle_East/Iraq_Female_Bombers.html Iraq: Bin Laden Appeals To Muslims To Support Al-Qaeda -- news analysis on OBL December 29 message http://www.rferl.org/featuresarticle/2008/01/2568c053-2bee-4dbf-a955-4817796a4163.html (Iran) Khamenei warns Iran will 'humiliate' any attacker -- over nuclear program http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080104/wl_mideast_afp/irannuclearpoliticsus_080104125810;_ylt=AmIxvu9fXd5j.nx.6v3PfRxSw60A (India) Analysis: India's new terror hotbed http://www.upi.com/International_Security/Emerging_Threats/Analysis/2008/01/04/analysis_indias_new_terror_hotbed/1733/ India Muslim Militants Destroy House Church, Group Says http://www.bosnewslife.com/asia-pacific/india/3358-india-muslim-militants-destroy-house-church (India J&K) Infiltration provokes fear of terror offensive -- Pakistan-based Islamists preparing to flex muscles in J&K as elections loom over State http://www.thehindu.com/2008/01/05/stories/2008010561621200.htm Fatah loses support among Palestinians http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1198517295049&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Hamas rejects European offer for indirect meeting with Israel http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1198517295557&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Turkey) Al Qaeda planning attacks in Turkey: Targets are Israeli and American, security stepped up http://www.thenewanatolian.com/tna-30478.html (Sudan) Previously unknown extremist group claims slaying of US diplomat in Sudan http://www.poststar.com/articles/2008/01/04/ap-state-ny/d8tv7e802.txt Kenya's Volatility Threatens the Region http://counterterrorismblog.org/2008/01/kenyas_volatility_threatens_th.php (Mauritania) Cancellation of Dakar rally praised by al-Qaeda-linked websites http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Sport/?id=1.0.1735642791 (Columbia) Colombia: DNA says boy is hostage's son -- Colombian captor fathered boy http://www.cnn.com/2008/WORLD/americas/01/04/child.hostage.ap/index.html (North Korea) U.S. disputes North Korea's nuke claims http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/22503799/ (U.S.) Sri Lankan gets 5 years for arms deal - Man pleaded guilty to trying to supply Tamil Tiger rebels http://www.baltimoresun.com/news/local/bal-md.weapons04jan04,0,2180005.story Other News: (U.S.) Video of Sleeping Guards Shakes Nuclear Industry http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2008/01/03/AR2008010304442.html?hpid=topnews (Sweden) Secret Military Docs Found on Public Computer in Sweden -- contained "both unclassified and classified information such as information regarding IED (improvised explosive devices) and mine threats in Afghanistan" http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,320331,00.html Pakistan University Professor: 'Muslims under attack from western media' http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\01\05\story_5-1-2008_pg7_35 (Pakistan) Commentary: Who Would Muslims Want as the Next American President? http://news.newamericamedia.org/news/view_article.html?article_id=d5c31aabc7b1678083dc83cba67b0ee1 http://www.pakistanlink.com/nayyar.htm UK Muslim Leaders: 'Protect arranged weddings' http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/comment/faith/article3129374.ece (UK) 'I was shut in my room for refusing. My family still cross the street to avoid me' http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/comment/faith/article3129014.ece (Kenya) Police clash with Muslim protesters http://www.nationmedia.com/dailynation/nmgcontententry.asp?category_id=1&newsid=113984 January 4, 2008 Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Al-Qaeda) New video due from American Qaida member - New video from American-born Adam Gadahn http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080103/ap_on_re_mi_ea/al_qaida_american_video_2 http://blogs.abcnews.com/theblotter/2008/01/web-site-video.html (Iraq) Key al Qaeda in Iraq deputy killed -- Muhammad Khalil Ibrahim killed by U.S. air strike http://edition.cnn.com/2008/WORLD/meast/01/04/iraq.main/ (Iraq) US closing net on Iraq's Qaeda 'rats': Petraeus http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080104/wl_mideast_afp/iraqunrestusqaedapetraeus_080104063110;_ylt=AtPY7vRLaY65bnb7WPZ.CMFX6GMA Iraqi army clears northern district of al-Qaeda insurgents http://news.monstersandcritics.com/middleeast/news/article_1384614.php/Iraqi_army_clears_northern_district_of_al-Qaeda_insurgents (Iraq) British military base in Basra attacked http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1056938 (Iraq) Vehicle ban ordered in Iraqi city of Baqouba following series of bomb attacks http://www.newspress.com/Top/Article/article.jsp?Section=WORLD&ID=565221772346394374 Pakistan: Top pro-Taliban commander's hideout 'bombed' http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1734496251 (Pakistan) 3 militant commanders among 70 held in Swat -- man trying to plant bomb arrested http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\01\04\story_4-1-2008_pg7_12 (Pakistan) Report: Seven suicide bombers enter twin cities - Rawalpindi and Islamabad on red alert http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\01\04\story_4-1-2008_pg7_2 (Pakistan) Two suspected terrorists die in Balochistan shootout http://www.dawn.com/2008/01/04/top8.htm (Pakistan) Jirga negotiating release of troops -- kidnapped by Taliban leader Baitullah Mehsud http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\01\04\story_4-1-2008_pg7_60 Pakistan People's Party (PPP) co-chairman Zardari rejects offer of Bhutto probe by Scotland Yard http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/January/subcontinent_January140.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (Pakistan) Bhutto's servant Khalid Shahinshah behaved suspiciously at last rally http://www.outlookindia.com/pti_news.asp?id=532496 (Pakistan) Bilawal Bhutto is a target: Lal Masjid Taliban cleric Maulana Mohavya Irshad -- says at Lal Masjid mosque http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\01\04\story_4-1-2008_pg7_10 http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/World/Pakistan/Bilawal_is_a_target_Radical_Pak_cleric/articleshow/2673124.cms (Pakistan) No possibility of terrorists taking over nuclear arsenal: Musharraf http://www.hindu.com/thehindu/holnus/000200801040340.htm (India) Four Babbar Khalsa militants arrested - plotting terror strike in New Delhi http://www.hindustantimes.com/StoryPage/StoryPage.aspx?id=88e4208d-bd1d-4742-b398-eed496ecb6df&&Headline=Four+Babbar+Khalsa+militants+arrested (U.S.) NY: Man Says He Didn't Try to Fund Terrorism -- Abdul Tawala Ibn Ali Alishtari accused of trying to funnel money to a terrorist training camp in Afghanistan http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080104/ap_on_re_us/terrorism_charge_1;_ylt=AvnhaJvCIK2oA4HUVPjg9CUTv5UB http://www.620ktar.com/?nid=45&sid=691532 US Airways, airport seek trial in imams' suit -- US Airways and Minneapolis airport officials are demanding a jury trial in a civil rights lawsuit filed by a group of Muslim imams who were removed from a flight for suspicious behavior http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080104/NATION/928787937/1001 (U.S.) Judge orders Iran pay $466 million -- awarded to family of Siavash Bayani, who was tortured and executed by Iran http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080104/ap_on_re_us/iran_lawsuit_1;_ylt=AsU8cEA3IKuiFXEO97qQFehSw60A UN must address suicide bombings: Simon Wiesenthal Center http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,23006721-23109,00.html -- SWC places ads in NYT, IHT http://www.wiesenthal.com/site/pp.asp?c=fwLYKnN8LzH&b=3789993 http://www.wiesenthal.com/atf/cf/%7BDFD2AAC1-2ADE-428A-9263-35234229D8D8%7D/NYTIMESADCOLORFINAL.PDF Lebanese Druze Leader Walid Jumblatt Slams Syria, Iran, Hizbullah in Iran TV Interview http://memri.org/bin/latestnews.cgi?ID=SD179908 Al-Aqsa Martyrs Brigade accuses Hamas of assassinating one of its leaders http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1056888 Palestinian rocket attack on Ashkelon "a strategic threat" -- Israeli official http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1056930 Militants' rocket hits key city http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080104/FOREIGN/675466396/1003 (Gaza) Israeli air strike kills 2 Hamas members in Gaza - near the northern town of Beit Hanun http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2008/January/middleeast_January50.xml§ion=middleeast&col= (Israel) Two Kassam rockets land in W. Negev http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1198517291767&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Somalia: Gunfights Rock Somalia Capital, 5 Killed -- bomb explosion in Afgoye http://allafrica.com/stories/200801040004.html (Mauritania) Dakar Rally canceled after terror threat http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080104/ap_on_re_af/car_dakar_rally_2;_ylt=ApaklCRobuuTV6Fl.jzAlRwTv5UB Nigeria's main militant group promises bloodshed in 2008 http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/04/africa/AF-GEN-Nigeria-Oil-Unrest.php (Libya) US moves closer to Libya despite lingering concerns http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1198517292027&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Libya) U.S., Libya Sign Science and Technology Partnerships Accord http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2008/01/03/AR2008010302138.html?hpid%3Dmoreheadlines&sub=AR Turkey: Four suspects arrested after bomb attack in southeast http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1734677183 Turkish police detain 40 in Hezbollah raid: agency http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080104/wl_nm/turkey_hizbullah_raid_dc_1;_ylt=AmdKN7LLNVR5cuSpy5_7G_XtfLkA (Turkey) PKK threatens more arson attacks http://www.thenewanatolian.com/tna-30448.html Germany orders leftist ex-terrorists rearrested - including leader of Red Army Faction (RAF) http://www.expatica.com/de/articles/news/Germany-orders-leftist-ex-terrorists-rearrested.html Belgium: Wanted: civilians for anti-terrorism squad http://www.expatica.com/be/articles/news/Wanted_-civilians-for-anti_terrorism-squad.html (Northern Ireland) Experts to review Omagh evidence http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml;jsessionid=YPJ4WSKP2ZJX5QFIQMGSFGGAVCBQWIV0?xml=/news/2008/01/04/nomagh104.xml New Kosovo parliament sworn in amid expectations of independence from Serbia http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/04/europe/EU-POL-Kosovo-Parliament.php (Malaysia) Hindu activist sues Malaysia govt over terror claims: lawyer http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080104/wl_asia_afp/malaysiahinduprotestisacourt_080104082851;_ylt=AoJrkn.7aOouOttcUF_aWpsTv5UB (Thailand) More Arrests in Kolok Bombing (my title) - also shooting in Yala and roadside bombing in Pattani http://www.bangkokpost.com/News/04Jan2008_news07.php (Thailand) Suspected rebels kill three in Thai south: police http://www.hindustantimes.com/StoryPage/StoryPage.aspx?id=482a4a50-93e1-4e97-aaa9-c4ee4a9d9cab&&Headline='Suspected+rebels+kill+three+in+Thai+south' (Philippines) Abu Sayyaf militants arrested -- includes Tuwatin Anahalul aka Abu Basilan -- wanted for the 2001 kidnapping of three Americans and 17 others http://edition.cnn.com/2008/WORLD/asiapcf/01/04/abu.sayyaf.ap/index.html (Sri Lanka) US says it is troubled by Sri Lankan decision to end peace deal http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1198517290936&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Sri Lanka) US stops military supplies to Sri Lanka, Colombo unfazed http://www.earthtimes.org/articles/show/168939.html (Sri Lanka) No military solution to Lanka crisis: India's Pranab http://www.ndtv.com/convergence/ndtv/story.aspx?id=NEWEN20080037719&ch=1/4/2008%206:55:00%20PM North Korea claims it gave US list of nuclear programs, explained alleged uranium program http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/04/asia/AS-GEN-Koreas-Nuclear.php North Korea vows to bolster 'war deterrent' http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080104/ap_on_re_as/koreas_nuclear_2;_ylt=Aj.bbgyv3md5fAY7lvJJqb.CscEA North Korea says it hopes nuclear deal will be implemented smoothly http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1198517292918&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Colombian boy, born captive, at center of mystery http://today.reuters.com/news/articlenews.aspx?type=topNews&storyid=2008-01-04T034045Z_01_N03244354_RTRUKOC_0_US-COLOMBIA-HOSTAGES-CHILD.xml Other News: (UN) Don't criticize Islam, says UN http://blogs.telegraph.co.uk/ukcorrespondents/holysmoke/dec07/islam-resolution.htm (Malaysia) Catholic paper can’t use word 'Allah': Malaysia http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/theworld/2008/January/theworld_January77.xml§ion=theworld (Malaysia) Body of Malaysian woman in legal limbo as Christian husband blocks Muslim funeral http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/04/asia/AS-GEN-Malaysia-Religious-Dispute.php U.S. concerned for Saudi blogger http://www.cnn.com/2008/WORLD/meast/01/03/saudi.blogger/index.html Shari'a Finance: Cordless Bungee Jumping http://www.analyst-network.com/article.php?art_id=1525 Netherlands: New Islamic political party http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/01/netherlands-new-islamic-political-party.html Denmark: Stricter law against forced marriages proposed http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/01/denmark-stricter-law-against-forced.html Germany: Der Speigel: "Anti-Islamic Party Is Playing With Fear" http://www.spiegel.de/international/germany/0,1518,526225,00.html (Commentary) Islamic Misongyny -- by Robert Spencer http://www.frontpagemag.com/Articles/Read.aspx?GUID=524699AF-5413-40C8-9E8F-5FC3C6C72B8E Against Nazi News: (U.S.) NYC: Swastika painted on New York synagogue http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2008/01/03/swastika_painted_on_new_york_synagogue/5732/ January 3, 2008 PM Addendum Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (U.S.) Men accused of U.S. army base attack plot denied bail - 5 Muslims accused in Fort Dix case http://www.reuters.com/articlePrint?articleId=USN0325317520080104 Iraq: Al-Sadr makes another overture toward top Shiite leader http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1198517288984&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Iraqi Shiite Praises Sunni Groups http://ap.google.com/article/ALeqM5gkx-3oYeFwuWKCusr2jrojs98w8wD8TUH2800 (Iraq) Exit Al-Qaeda. Enter the Militias? http://news.yahoo.com/s/time/20080103/wl_time/exitalqaedaenterthemilitias;_ylt=Aioy1pAtxqZHJrH3MSFaAzys0NUE Iraqis oppose reopening Baghdad bridge - Focal point of sectarian strife http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080103/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq_bridging_the_divide;_ylt=AqqzoBisqm0KtjAsJrYG9jys0NUE (Pakistan) Bhutto's assassination filmed on a mobile - Cell phone video shows Bhutto dropping into car before bombing http://observers.france24.com/en/content/bhutto%E2%80%99s_assassination_filmed_mobile -- 3rd Bhutto video adds fuel to doubts http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=59525 -- video link http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uu8qQZmSg-Y&eurl=http://www.teeth.com.pk/blog/ The Other Jihad: Islam's War on the Hindus http://www.americanthinker.com/2008/01/the_other_jihad_islams_war_on.html (Netherlands) Terror plot alleged in Dutch court - 3 suspects in first alleged terrorist plot uncovered in Netherlands in over 2 years http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080103/ap_on_re_eu/netherlands_terrorism_1 (Libya) Rice asks Libya to compensate terror victims, back human rights http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080103/pl_afp/uslibyadiplomacy_080103215124 (Sudan) FBI investigates terror link in Sudan killing of U.S. diplomat - Reported by James Gordon Meek http://www.nydailynews.com/news/us_world/2008/01/03/2008-01-03_fbi_investigates_terror_link_in_sudan_ki-2.html (Columbia) FARC leader calls for a 'general offensive' http://www.france24.com/france24Public/en/news/world/20080103-colombia-venezuela-hostage-uribe-rebel-marulanda.html January 3, 2008 PM Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Algeria) Al Qaeda in Africa Claims Responsibility for Algeria Suicide Bombing -- car bomb killing police officers Wednesday at Naciria police station http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,319954,00.html http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080103/wl_africa_afp/algeriaattacksqaeda;_ylt=A0WTUe_zQX1HVLUAUwdvaA8F Iraq PM discusses hostages with Brown http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080103/wl_uk_afp/britainiraqpoliticsmaliki_080103152342;_ylt=Atr61disQ1jF126UCQRqDHtX6GMA (Turkey) Car bomb kills 5, injures 68 in Turkey - Military personnel targeted in Kurdish city of Diyarbakir http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080103/ap_on_re_mi_ea/turkey_bombing;_ylt=AmhT9AYsGxPGd7MiYP8a4WlAr7sF (Gaza) Israeli attacks kill 9 Palestinians - update http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080103/ap_on_re_mi_ea/israel_palestinians (Afghanistan) Aid chief says Taliban control a quarter of Afghanistan at night http://rawstory.com/news/2007/Report_NATOs_overstretched_mission_in_Afghanistan_0102.html (Afghanistan) 'Explosive growth' in Afghan poppy farming feared http://www.iht.com/articles/2008/01/03/asia/afghan.php (Pakistan) Musharraf denies government involvement in Bhutto killing http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080103/wl_asia_afp/pakistanattacksbhutto_15;_ylt=AsWmCQzlxN3C8oEGmF_zpgvzPukA (Pakistan) Musharraf dissatisfied with Bhutto probe http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080103/ap_on_re_as/pakistan_373;_ylt=Al8jSVtUSQuYfrjHwan6rLTzPukA (India) CRPF terror attack: Police arrest two jawans http://www.ibnlive.com/news/crpf-terror-attack-police-arrest-two-jawans/55529-3.html?xml (U.S.) Florida: Defense fears terrorism retrial won't be fair to 6 defendants http://www.miamiherald.com/775/story/365649.html (U.S.) Florida: Gag order raises questions in Liberty City terror retrial http://www.sun-sentinel.com/news/local/miami/sfl-flbliberty0103nbjan03,0,962596.story?track=rss (U.S.) Lawmaker told CIA not to destroy tapes http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080103/ap_on_go_co/cia_videotapes (Hezbollah) Lebanon: No link between al-Qaeda and Hezbollah says Nasrallah http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1731257437 Palestinian survey shows public support for rocket attacks is rising http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1198517289846&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Yemen Times columnist: "There must be violence against women" http://yementimes.com/article.shtml?i=1117&p=community&a=6 (Belgium) Terror threat to Brussels decreases, security measures remain in place http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/03/europe/EU-GEN-Belgium-Terrorism.php http://www.expatica.com/be/articles/news/Heightened-security-in-Brussels-remains.html (Spain) Former ETA leader gets 30 years for ordering Luis Portero's murder http://www.thinkspain.com/news-spain/14263/former-eta-leader-gets-30-years-for-ordering-luis-porteros-murder (Canada) In rebuttal: Squashing debate like mosquitoes -- by Mark Steyn http://www.canada.com/calgaryherald/news/letters/story.html?id=9d273641-3f9b-4ea2-abf9-54d26d288463 (Australia) Suspicious powder causes security scares at US, UK and Israeli embassies in Australia (updated) http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/02/asia/AS-GEN-Australia-Embassies-Scare.php (Columbia) Dashed hopes in Colombia hostage drama http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/americas/7169403.stm Sri Lanka insists rebels disarm before further peace talks http://www.iht.com/articles/2008/01/03/asia/lanka.php Other News: German conservative warns foreigners to adapt http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080103/wl_nm/germany_foreigners_dc;_ylt=AvDay7GXXycWt_mXptROxmFAr7sF (Netherlands) Interview: I miss freedom, says Dutch Islam critic Geert Wilders http://news.monstersandcritics.com/europe/features/article_1384543.php/Interview_I_miss_freedom_says_Dutch_Islam_critic_Geert_Wilders Turkey and its Christians: The cross and the crescent -- Turkey's ruling party "believes in religious freedom for Muslims, but not Christians" http://www.economist.com/world/europe/displaystory.cfm?story_id=10337900 (U.S.) FBI revives mystery of the skydiving hijacker - D.B. Cooper http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml;jsessionid=YIDGFDWIHG0J5QFIQMGCFF4AVCBQUIV0?xml=/news/2008/01/03/wfbi103.xml January 3, 2008 Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Iraq) 6 Iraq soldiers reported killed in operation, five civilians die other attacks -- military operation in Abu Nakhal http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/03/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq-Violence.php (Iraq) Bomb blast in Baghdad kills three people -- police -- Al-Zaafaraniah district http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1056654 Iraqi MP escapes death in bomb attack -- MP Falah Hasann Shanshalnear loyal to Muqtada Al-Sadr http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1056712 Iraqis will fill US troop withdrawals: Petraeus http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/focusoniraq/2008/January/focusoniraq_January9.xml§ion=focusoniraq (Iraq / Iran) Report: Iran no longer aids Iraq militants - Colonel Steven Boylan http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080103/NATION/498097125/1001 (Afghanistan) 7 killed in Afghanistan suicide attack, 12 wounded -- bomb and suicide bomber attack road workers in Khash Rod in Nimroz province http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080103/ap_on_re_as/afghanistan_5;_ylt=AhZqT9x7BZGYJWqMBMmm8uvOVooA (Afghanistan) 200 Taleban killed in Musa Qala operation: official http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/January/subcontinent_January105.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= Pakistan: Pro-Taliban militants give army two days to leave north-west valley http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1730300541 http://www.outlookindia.com/pti_news.asp?id=532134 Pakistan Army says 52 militants captured in northern Pakistan http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1056714 (Pakistan) Military jets pound suspected militants' hideouts in Waziristan http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1056730 (Pakistan) Hundreds of Pak families flee sectarian violence -- between Sunnis and Shiites in Kurram tribal area http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/January/subcontinent_January106.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= Pakistan releases 4 Palestinians convicted in bloody 1986 Pan Am hijacking http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/03/asia/AS-GEN-Pakistan-Hijackers-Freed.php http://www.outlookindia.com/pti_news.asp?id=532240 (Pakistan) Musharraf deploys army for elections http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080103/FOREIGN/845456826/1001 (Pakistan) Government determined to end terror, says Soomro : France offers help in probe http://www.dawn.com/2008/01/03/top11.htm (Pakistan) UK counter-terrorism police team to leave for Pak by weekend http://www.outlookindia.com/pti_news.asp?id=532095 (Pakistan) US billions 'wasted' in Pakistan http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\01\03\story_3-1-2008_pg1_13 (U.S.) Report blasts Pentagon's WMD efforts http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2008/01/02/report_blasts_pentagons_wmd_efforts/2688/ (U.S.) Veteran prosecutor takes over CIA probe http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/cia_videotapes;_ylt=AuEiUaSdWBl_qI047Fep0IsTv5UB Iran has no interest in US ties now: Khamenei http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080103/wl_mideast_afp/iranuspoliticsdiplomacy_080103131735;_ylt=Anyvo9nY_H1r2Piv7cETvsBSw60A (Hezbollah) Lebanon vote only after veto power: Hezbollah http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2008/January/middleeast_January33.xml§ion=middleeast&col= (Hezbollah) Nasrallah: We have remains of IDF troops http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1198517271453&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Gaza) Seven dead as Israel battles militants in southern Gaza http://news.monstersandcritics.com/middleeast/news/article_1384498.php/Seven_dead_as_Israel_battles_militants_in_southern_Gaza__1st_Lead_ http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2008/January/middleeast_January39.xml§ion=middleeast&col= (Gaza) IAF bombs terrorist targets in Gaza - in response to a Katyusha rocket attack on Ashkelon http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1198517269556&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Gaza) Israel lashes out at Egypt over Gaza crossing -- policing of Egypt's border with Gaza http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2008/January/middleeast_January37.xml§ion=middleeast&col= http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/22483271/ (West Bank) Palestinians claim rocket fired from West Bank -- Israel prepared to evacuate strategic territory in peace agreement http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=59502 Bush to be told of Palestinian Authority's terror ties http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1198517278654&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Israel) Two Kassam land in open areas in the western Negev http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1198517285424&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Somalia) Guard for German aid group killed in attack in Somalia http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/03/europe/EU-GEN-Germany-Somalia-Attack.php Mauritanian car salesman arrested over French tourist murders http://www.expatica.com/fr/articles/news/Mauritanian-car-salesman-arrested-over-French-tourist-murders.html Russia foils atomic smugglers -- more than 120 attempts to smuggle "highly radioactive" material out of the country last year http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml;jsessionid=X3AXIO0VETCEPQFIQMFSFGGAVCBQ0IV0?xml=/news/2008/01/03/wrussia103.xml (Netherlands) Rotterdam terror attack foiled: Telegraaf -- New Year's Eve attack foiled http://www.dutchnews.nl/news/archives/2008/01/suspects_planned_terror_attack.php http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/01/rotterdam-erasmus-bridge-party-target.html (Netherlands) Erasmus bridge party target of attack http://www.expatica.com/nl/articles/news/_Erasmus-bridge-party-target-of-attack_.html (Turkey) Report: Blast in Turkey causes injuries - in commercial center of Istanbul http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080102/ap_on_re_mi_ea/turkey_explosion_2;_ylt=Ao5AVPK_1pAIn5L9NUMocVDtfLkA (Europe) The global terror threat in 2008 -- Europe seen as growing area for terrorism http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/world/middle_east/7167755.stm (UK) Police launch anti-terror posters http://www.upi.com/International_Security/Emerging_Threats/Briefing/2008/01/02/police_launch_anti-terror_posters/9663/ (Indonesia) Dujana's terror trial will go ahead: Indonesian court -- Jemaah Islamiah (JI) leader Abu Dujana http://www.news.com.au/dailytelegraph/story/0,22049,23003204-5012768,00.html Indonesia: 2002 Bali bomber's execution 'within a month' http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1730652920 (Philippines) Peace delayed in southern Philippines - latest proposal rejected by MILF http://www.atimes.com/atimes/Southeast_Asia/JA03Ae01.html (Sri Lanka) Heavy fighting in Sri Lanka as truce ends http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/January/subcontinent_January111.xml§ion=subcontinent (North Korea) US 'skeptical' about North Korea nuclear declaration http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080102/wl_asia_afp/nkoreanuclearweaponsuswhouse_080102211235;_ylt=AqthcAKKmAJUsuwIzFzqbhWCscEA China says North Korea delay "natural" http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080103/wl_nm/korea_north_china_dc_1;_ylt=AtYjiwu_HoOYhp2R91yl_9mCscEA Other News: (India) Curfew in Assam after 4 Muslim protestors killed by police http://in.reuters.com/article/topNews/idINIndia-31214120080102?rpc=401& Malaysian Christian challenges Islamic authorities over dead wife's faith http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/03/asia/AS-GEN-Malaysia-Religious-Dispute.php (Sudan) FBI Joins Investigation Into U.S. Diplomat's Murder http://blogs.abcnews.com/theblotter/2008/01/fbi-joins-inves.html Israel bars Jews from moving lips in prayer on Temple Mount http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=59493 German Muslims angry at "anti-foreigner" campaign http://africa.reuters.com/world/news/usnL02557168.html Italian Soccer Team Adopts Hizbullah's Logo in Order to 'Boost Fighting Spirit' http://www.memritv.org/clip_transcript/en/1645.htm http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/01/italy-hizbullah-scores-moral-goal.html (UK) London: Muslim leaders back Livingstone as mayor http://politics.guardian.co.uk/gla/story/0,,2234453,00.html UK: Breaking the taboo on female genital mutilation http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/01/uk-breaking-taboo-on-female-genital.html http://www.dailymail.co.uk/pages/live/femail/article.html?in_article_id=505796&in_page_id=1879 Islamic Banking Industry Set to Rise 20% http://www.menafn.com/qn_news_story_s.asp?StoryId=1093180001 Denmark: New financial institute to offer sharia products http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/01/denmark-new-financial-institute-to.html (U.S.) Flying Imams - U. S. Airways To Imams: Oh Yeah? Prove It! http://crosswordbebop.blogspot.com/2007/12/flying-imams-u-s-airways-to-imams-oh.html (U.S.) Eased Rules on Tech Sales to China Questioned http://www.nytimes.com/2008/01/02/technology/02techtransfer.html?_r=1&th&emc=th&oref=slogin January 2, 2008 PM Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Iraq) US military says 51 Qaeda leaders killed or captured http://afp.google.com/article/ALeqM5gdH1xQQ_T4MtZsf9fr5h7FTrXFvw (Iraq) "Awakening" Forces In Iraq: We Will Fight Al-Qaeda Until It Is Expelled From The Country http://www.thememriblog.org/blog_personal/en/4363.htm (Iraq) Al-Qaida targets Sunni tribal groups http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080102/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq;_ylt=Aq5uExxJNW3uSJ80McGu3Pqs0NUE (Iraq) Basra Police Chief Survives Bombing http://mwcnews.net/content/view/19084&Itemid=1 (Pakistan) Scotland Yard joins Bhutto death probe http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/22470385/ (Pakistan) Benazir Bhutto was admired by the West but despised by many of her compatriots. http://www.slate.com/id/2181079 (Pakistan) The obligatory "Bhutto says Omar Sheikh killed Osama" post http://hotair.com/archives/2007/12/28/video-the-obligatory-bhutto-says-omar-sheikh-killed-osama-post/ http://www.boston.com/news/world/asia/articles/2007/10/02/bhutto_would_take_us_aid_against_bin_laden/ (U.S.) Survey Reveals Nuclear Terrorism is America's Top Fear - 74 percent of Americans believe it is "likely" another successful terror attack will happen, 49 percent believe it "likely" will be some type of nuclear device http://orange.advfn.com/news_Survey-Reveals-Nuclear-Terrorism-is-Americas-Top-Fear_23998007.html -- PDF of Saga Foundation survey http://www.sagafoundation.org/uploaded/file/SagaPressReleaseMaster.pdf -- PDF of news release http://www.sagafoundation.org/uploaded/file/SagaPressReleaseMaster.pdf U.S. launches criminal probe of CIA tapes http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080102/us_nm/security_cia_dc Security Scares at US, UK, Israeli Posts http://www.newsday.com/news/nationworld/wire/sns-ap-australia-embassy-security,0,6677159.story Algeria: Al-Qaeda claims northern attack http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1727765543 Sudan rules out terrorism in slaying of American diplomat http://www.iht.com/articles/2008/01/02/africa/sudan.php Egypt allows Palestinian pilgrims to bypass Israeli checkpoint http://www.iht.com/articles/2008/01/02/africa/mideast.php Sri Lanka ends cease-fire with rebels http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/22466983/ Colombia: Child Born to Hostage Is Not With FARC http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2008/01/01/AR2008010102341.html?hpid=sec-world (Columbia) FARC's Cruel New Year's Hoax http://counterterrorismblog.org/2008/01/the_farcs_cruel_new_years_hoax.php January 2, 2008 Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Iraq) Female suicide bomber kills 10 in Iraq -- 28 wounded - at checkpoint of neighborhood patrol volunteers in Baquba http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20080102/ts_nm/iraq_dc_10;_ylt=Alzev6hVmtot2DiOoGFotyBX6GMA Iraq frees Shi'ites held over Kerbala clash http://www.reuters.com/article/featuredCrisis/idUSANW146400 (Afghanistan) 19 killed as Afghan violence continues - including 14 Taliban by roadside bombs and military operations http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080102/ap_on_re_as/afghanistan_3;_ylt=Aou0iNuLeGsr370j5Sm0waLOVooA (Afghanistan) Five Taliban killed by own car bomb in Afghanistan: police http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080102/wl_sthasia_afp/afghanistanunresttalibansuicide_080102102820;_ylt=AqRZKd0uWdHre0TsmylUJwbOVooA Afghan police seize more than half ton of heroin, opium - in Nangarhar province http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080102/wl_sthasia_afp/afghanistancrimedrugs_080102112829;_ylt=AnonqaWt2UVbd31WzwA6cZfOVooA (Pakistan) At least 27 militants killed in Pakistan: military - clashes reported by military in northwestern Pakistan http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080102/wl_sthasia_afp/pakistanafghanistanattacksqaeda_080102090127;_ylt=AoO1CekfK3KN5NZeLREHrznzPukA (Pakistan) Troops kill 5 militants in Laddah http://www.dawn.com/2008/01/02/top4.htm Pakistan issues photos of Benazir Bhutto's assassins, offers reward http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/January/subcontinent_January58.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (Pakistan) Musharraf seeks international help to find Bhutto killer http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,22999192-23109,00.html (Pakistan) Bhutto Murder Theories Used as Political Tool http://www.spiegel.de/international/world/0,1518,526141,00.html (Pakistan) U.S. not persuaded by Pakistan's case linking militant to Bhutto slaying http://www.iht.com/articles/2008/01/02/asia/inquiry.php Plan to 'eliminate' Taliban-linked fighter Baitullah Mehsud many in Pakistan see as a scapegoat http://www.guardian.co.uk/pakistan/Story/0,,2234075,00.html (Pakistan) Bhutto was targeted by laser beam: Report http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/World/Pakistan/Bhutto_was_targeted_by_laser_beam_Report/articleshow/2668858.cms (Pakistan) Assassinated because she was a woman http://www.theaustralian.news.com.au/story/0,25197,22995050-7583,00.html (Pakistan) Bhutto helped create Taliban monster http://www.thestar.com/News/World/article/290372 Pakistan election delayed until February 18 http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080102/ap_on_re_as/pakistan_334;_ylt=AjcYLwO0V2VEVkqDIqcT86bzPukA (Pakistan) Taliban shuts down Internet cafes in NWFP http://www.thaindian.com/newsportal/south-asia/taliban-shuts-down-internet-cafes-in-nwfp_10010983.html (Pakistan) Commentary: Bhutto Dead, Democrats Clueless - by Robert Spencer http://www.humanevents.com/article.php?id=24229 (India) Policeman killed, five injured in Maoist attack in E. India - on a police station at Simdega district in Jharkhand http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1056346 http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Top_Headlines/Policeman_killed_three_injured_in_Jharkhand_Naxal_attack/articleshow/2667898.cms (India) Crude bomb found in Hyderabad park -- near the state secretariat http://www.hindustantimes.com/redir.aspx?ID=a7359195-c91a-449e-97ed-78054726b3d6 (India) Jihadis picking soft targets for eyeballs http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Jihadis_picking_soft_targets_for_eyeballs/articleshow/2667374.cms (U.S.) 'Sudden jihad syndrome' poses domestic risk -- sympathy for al Qaeda has produced "sudden jihad syndrome" in domestic terror cells unaffiliated with foreign terrorists and people seeking to carry out attacks in the U.S. http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080102/NATION/203823370/1001 (U.S.) California: Former New Folsom Prison inmate linked to jihad plot -- Kevin James guilty plea to a charge of seditious conspiracy http://www.folsomtelegraph.com/articles/2008/01/02/news/top_stories/01jihad.txt (U.S.) Saudi Al-Qadi Asks US to Remove Him From Blacklist http://www.arabnews.com/?page=1§ion=0&article=105198&d=2&m=1&y=2008 (U.S.) 9/11 commission leaders blast CIA on interrogation tapes http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080102/wl_afp/usattackstorturecia (U.S.) Military Use of Unmanned Aircraft Soars - Air Force more than doubled monthly use of drones from January to October http://apnews.myway.com/article/20080101/D8TTB3O00.html Iran makes arrest over Putin assassination rumor: report http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080102/wl_mideast_afp/iranrussiapoliticsputin_080102093306;_ylt=AqwAhM31XX5lfheseN5j.3R_5GIA (Hezbollah) 'Nasrallah to speak of abducted troops' http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1198517271453&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Lebanon) Arming, Military Training, and the Weapons Trade in Lebanon http://memri.org/bin/latestnews.cgi?ID=IA41307 Syria retaliates against France on Lebanon http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080102/wl_mideast_afp/syriafrancelebanondiplomacy_080102131935;_ylt=Ak4l8hsvKS32yYxxvP7ySJbagGIB (Gaza) Israeli attack kills six Gaza militants http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2008/January/middleeast_January21.xml§ion=middleeast&col= (Gaza) Israeli Defense Minister threatens to continue attack on Gaza http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1056411 (West Bank) Most active West Bank militant group in security team for Middle East visit http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=59490 Algeria: Deadly suicide attack in north -- killed three people and injured seven in Boumerdes http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1726861832 Update: Algeria accused Aljazeera of being the mouthpiece of Al-Qaeda - where 54% supported terror attacks on Algeria http://www.roadstoiraq.com/2007/12/20/algeria-accused-aljazeera-of-being-the-mouthpiece-of-al-qaeda/ http://www.aljazeera.net/Portal/KServices/supportPages/vote/vote.aspx?voteID=1975&actionType=0&yourAnswer=0&dispType=1&mode= http://wahdah.blogspot.com/2007/12/on-aljazeeras-algeria-poll.html Sudanese police question witnesses in US diplomat slaying http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1198517272067&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Sudan: Darfur Rebels Attack Govt Positions http://allafrica.com/stories/200801010053.html (Somalia) Kidnapped foreign aid workers released in Somalia, official says http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/02/africa/AF-GEN-Somalia.php Kenya officials accuse rivals of 'ethnic cleansing' http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/22469578/ Germans protest data mining law -- to be used for counterterrorism purposes http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2008/01/02/germans_protest_data_mining_law/6529/ (Austria) Firebombs thrown at Turkish consulate in western Austria; no injuries reported http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/02/europe/EU-GEN-Austria-Turkey-Firebombs.php (France) Sarkozy 'satisfied' with French New Year restraint -- 372 cars torched http://www.expatica.com/fr/articles/news/Sarkozy-_satisfied_-with-French-New-Year-restraint.html (Netherlands) Amsterdam: Police station attacked http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2008/01/amsterdam-police-station-attacked.html (Spain) ETA claims responsibility for two bombings in Spain http://www.expatica.com/es/articles/news/ETA-claims-responsibility-for-two-bombings-in-Spain.html (Sri Lanka) Roadside bomb kills five, wounds 28 in Sri Lanka capital http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/January/subcontinent_January63.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= North Korean leader still undecided on giving up nukes: analyst http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080102/wl_afp/nkoreanuclearweaponskim_080102072424;_ylt=AjQw78HBPLOnf47.9fvqhZ6CscEA Other News: (UK) MP's Fears on Cash for Muslim Schools http://www.express.co.uk/posts/view/30066/MPs-fears-on-cash-for-Muslim-schools (Italy) Vatican, Muslims plan 'historic' meeting - in Rome this spring http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080102/ap_on_re_eu/vatican_muslims http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/02/europe/EU-GEN-Vatican-Muslims.php The Factors that Divide the Pope from the Muslims http://www.spcm.org/Journal/spip.php?breve6234 (Netherlands) University of Twente refuses Iranians -- cannot guarantee that students will not come into contact with nuclear technology http://www.expatica.com/nl/articles/news/University-of-Twente-refuses-Iranians.html January 1, 2008 PM Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Iraq) Suicide bomb at Baghdad funeral kills 32 http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080101/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq_080101205311;_ylt=Anj5JWOwfIrW7dDUwYUc5T1X6GMA Pakistan army apprehends 20 pro-Taliban militants, kills five http://www.earthtimes.org/articles/show/167329.html http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/01/asia/AS-GEN-Pakistan-Troops-Abducted.php 'Killers were from Fatah, one was Palestinian police' http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1198517266121&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Syria frees 6 Kurds detained for 2 months over Turkey's threat to strike Kurdish rebels http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/01/africa/ME-GEN-Syria-Kurds-Released.php Kenya church fire kills 15 who fled mob http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080101/ap_on_re_af/kenya_elections http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,319331,00.html (Nigeria) Militia raid on hotel lobby, police stations kills 13 in Nigerian oil city http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/01/africa/AF-GEN-Nigeria-Oil-Unrest.php U.S. official dies after Sudan shooting - update http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/22461187/ http://www.cnn.com/2008/WORLD/africa/01/01/american.diplomat/index.html Blast rocks Serbian bank in Kosovo http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/01/europe/EU-GEN-Kosovo-Explosion.php (Thailand) Discotheque bombs injure 32 at two hotels - update on Narathiwat's Sungai Kolok bombings http://www.bangkokpost.com/News/02Jan2008_news04.php (Philippines) Gas or bomb? Revisiting the Glorietta blast http://www.inquirer.net/specialfeatures/gloriettablast/view.php?db=1&article=20080101-109874 Commentary: Al-Jazeera: Al-Qaeda's Brutus? http://www.opednews.com/articles/genera_siddhart_071231_al_jazeera_3a_al_qaeda.htm Other News: (U.S.) Texas: Bible-Reading Woman Kicked Off Fort Worth Bus http://www.myfoxdfw.com/myfox/pages/News/Detail?contentId=5358343&version=3&locale=EN-US&layoutCode=TSTY&pageId=3.2.1 January 1, 2008 Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com Iraq: 5 family members abducted, killed - in Diyala - family of Sunni policeman - drive-by shooting of Shiite man and teenage son http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080101/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq_080101090440;_ylt=AoJzal4axS0wrIpaTQE0cmtX6GMA (Iraq) Wide-scale military operations in S. Iraq results in capture of 40 gunmen - in Babylon http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1055947 (Afghanistan) At least 16 Taliban killed in Afghanistan: officials -- would-be suicide bomber in Khost shot and killed http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080101/wl_asia_afp/afghanistanusunrest;_ylt=A0WTcVVnTHpHIt0AphhvaA8F (Afghanistan) US, Afghan armies claim at least four suspected Taliban killed -- in Khowaja Dar and Nahr Surkh http://news.monstersandcritics.com/southasia/news/article_1384109.php/US_Afghan_armies_claim_at_least_four_suspected_Taliban_killed (Afghanistan) 'Several' Taliban killed in Afghanistan: coalition http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080101/wl_sthasia_afp/afghanistanusunrest_080101104738;_ylt=Ame6XSxZkIlC671_P2j7LK7OVooA (Pakistan) Militants kidnap four Pakistani soldiers: officials -- in South Waziristan, by those loyal to pro-Taliban leader Baitullah Mehsud http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/January/subcontinent_January34.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (Pakistan) 11 killed in fresh Kurram clashes -- fighting between rival groups including Taliban http://www.dawn.com/2008/01/01/top10.htm (Pakistan) Talibanization taking roots in Mardan -- largest district in NWFP - bombings, threatening letters http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\01\01\story_1-1-2008_pg7_24 (Pakistan) 'A jihadi dirty bomb will be of Pak origin' http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/India/A_jihadi_dirty_bomb_will_be_of_Pak_origin/articleshow/2665894.cms (Pakistan) Police crack down on suspects for clues to Benazir Bhutto's killer(s) -- 250 suspects taken into custody for questioning http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2008\01\01\story_1-1-2008_pg7_7 (Pakistan) US gave Bhutto 'steady stream' of threat info http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/January/subcontinent_January2.xml§ion=subcontinent Pakistan govt makes U-turn on cause of Bhutto's death http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/World/Pakistan/Pak_govt_makes_U-turn_on_cause_of_Bhuttos_death/articleshow/2666486.cms (Pakistan) Report: The Benazir Bhutto dossier: 'secret service was diverting US aid for fighting militants to rig the elections' http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/asia/article3116090.ece Pakistan to announce vote date Wednesday http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/January/subcontinent_January29.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= Pakistan decides 'in principle' to delay election http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/January/subcontinent_January35.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= Pakistan polls 'impossible' on January 8 -- 10 district offices in Sindh province and election rolls burned http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080101/ap_on_re_as/pakistan_317;_ylt=ApqoAVWhz7h4aAoKxybMCBHzPukA (Pakistan/U.S.) Lockheed to supply 18 F-16s to Pakistan http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/World/Pakistan/Lockheed_to_supply_18_F-16s_to_Pak/articleshow/2666080.cms (India) Militant attack kills 7 policemen in north India -- heavily armed suspected Islamist militants attacked a federal police camp in Rampur town in Uttar Pradesh state http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/January/subcontinent_January25.xml§ion=subcontinent http://www.newstrackindia.com/newsdetails/1920 (India) LeT behind militants attack on CRPF camp in UP http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Lashkar_behind_attack_on_CRPF_camp_in_UP/articleshow/2666197.cms (India) Defense minister urges religious heads to act against terrorism http://www.earthtimes.org/articles/show/167219.html (U.S.) Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) Welcomes Appeals Court Decision Overturning Ruling On $156m Payment By Muslim Charities To Family (my title) http://www.allheadlinenews.com/articles/7009575606 -- see also - CAIR news release http://www.cair.com/ArticleDetails.aspx?ArticleID=24017&&name=n&&currPage=1&&Active=1 (U.S.) IPT Profile on Muzammil Siddiqi http://www.investigativeproject.org/profile/171 (U.S.) Would-be Ford assassin freed from prison on parole - Sara Jane Moore http://www.cnn.com/2007/US/12/31/moore.release/index.html Syria unwilling to pressure Lebanon allies: minister http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071231/wl_mideast_afp/francelebanondiplomacysyria_071231225852;_ylt=AmzMswSKEsqUmGZJXEoAIW_agGIB (Gaza) Death toll in Gaza faction fighting rises to six -- in fighting between Hamas and Fatah http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2008/January/middleeast_January8.xml§ion=middleeast (Fatah) 'Peace partner' ready to make nice with Hamas -- Weeks after U.S. announced $555 million to bolster Abbas against terror group http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=59459 (Israel) Hamas gunners fire rockets on southern Israel http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1056035 (Israel) Arab teen suspected of 'Internet terror' http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1198517262385&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Israel) 2007: Shin Bet sees drop in terror attacks but more use of rockets http://www.ynetnews.com/articles/0,7340,L-3488901,00.html http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080103/FOREIGN/348873531/1003 (Somalia) Islamists blow up Somali colonel -- Islamist group al-Shabab has claimed responsibility for the killing of a senior Somali military official http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/world/africa/7166253.stm (Sudan) U.S. diplomat wounded in Sudan shooting http://www.cnn.com/2008/WORLD/africa/01/01/american.diplomat.ap/index.html Nigeria: Amaechi Takes Fight to Militants' Camps http://allafrica.com/stories/200801010027.html Kenya killings soar to 251 -- ongoing political violence - some hacked to death with machetes http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,22995193-23109,00.html Egypt warns of diplomatic "retaliation" against Israel for hurting US-Egyptian ties http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/01/africa/ME-GEN-Egypt-US-Israel.php (Russia) 2 police killed in Chechnya attacks on New Year's Eve, 1 in neighboring region http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/01/europe/EU-GEN-Russia-Chechnya.php (France) 372 cars torched in 'calm' New Year's Eve in France http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,22996851-23109,00.html Slovenia to force Kosovo back to top of EU agenda http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/europe/article3116080.ece (Thailand) Trio detained, confess to Kolok bombings http://www.bangkokpost.com/breaking_news/breakingnews.php?id=124792 (Philippines) Communist rebels attack mining firm in southern Philippines, police say http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2008/01/01/asia/AS-GEN-Philippines-Communist-Rebels.php Sri Lanka Tamil parliamentarian shot dead http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2008/January/subcontinent_January26.xml§ion=subcontinent (Sri Lanka) Arrest made in Sri Lanka official's death http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2008/01/01/arrest_made_in_sri_lanka_officials_death/3903/ North Korea reports 2,250 US and South Korea spy flights http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20080101/wl_asia_afp/nkoreaskoreausmilitary_080101050820;_ylt=AiNhStptbctSpiQz6_XuPLaCscEA Paraguay called financial hub for terror and crime -- law enforcement officials believe parts of Paraguay being a terrorist haven where al-Qaida, Hezbollah and allied groups have been for years http://www.newsday.com/news/nationworld/ny-nypara0101,0,7656260.story (Columbia) Fate uncertain of mission to free hostages -- update http://www.cnn.com/2008/WORLD/americas/01/01/colombia.hostages/index.html Other News: (Canada) Muslim group irked by columnist's book -- Canadian Islamic Congress filed complaints against book "America Alone" by Mark Steyn http://www.washingtontimes.com/article/20071231/FOREIGN/971280818/1003 Malaysian Government goes back on 'Allah' ban http://www.christiantoday.com/article/malaysian.government.goes.back.on.allah.ban/15894.htm (Malaysia) Newspaper challenges 'Allah' ban in court -- Has been told only Islamics can use word for God http://www.wnd.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=59460 December 31, 2007 PM Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (U.S.) Press Statement by Attorneys for the Boim Family http://www.wildman.com/index.cfm?fa=news.article&artID=22E249EB-A315-EADA-AAB681021EB49E71 (Iraq) Civilian casualties drop dramatically in Iraq http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071231/ts_nm/iraq_dc_1 (Pakistan) The Jihadi preemptive strike against Bhutto's war of ideas -- by Walid Phares http://counterterrorismblog.org/2008/01/the_jihadi_preemptive_strike_a.php (Gaza) Five killed, scores wounded in Fatah-Hamas clashes in Gaza http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1198517256173&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Colombia hostage release impossible for now: FARC http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071231/wl_afp/colombiavenezuelahostagesrebels_071231202725 December 31, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Iraq) Suicide bomb attack kills 12 in Iraq -- suicide truck bomber attacks U.S.-manned checkpoint in Mishada http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071231/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq_071218202209;_ylt=AgUCySFR9ZuGP32fMECrMLBX6GMA (Iraq) Police chief survives bombing in Iraq's Basra http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/focusoniraq/2007/December/focusoniraq_December168.xml§ion=focusoniraq (Iraq) US forces arrest key Qaeda leader in northern Iraq -- in Kirkuk - Jasim Muhammad Ali aka Mullah Jasim - believed to be mastermind of major terrorist attacks in Hawaija http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1055559 (Iraq) Leaders hit back at 'weak' bin Laden http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,22992823-1702,00.html Iraqi MP Iyad Jamal Al-Din on Al-Arabiya TV Criticizes Concept of Islamic State, Says Iraqis Should Be Grateful to U.S. for Liberating Iraq http://memri.org/bin/latestnews.cgi?ID=SD179507 (Afghanistan) 25 police, soldiers killed in Afghanistan: officials -- 16 police killed by Taliban in Kandahar on Saturday per interior ministry -- 2 police killed Monday by roadside bomb in Musa Qula http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071231/wl_sthasia_afp/afghanistanunrest_071231093847;_ylt=AtGpSSNZ.8AKAKCVKPZC6xHOVooA (Afghanistan) Taliban in turmoil after argument over sacking -- of Mansoor Dadullah http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/12/31/wtaliban131.xml (Afghanistan) Taliban, Opium in Afghanistan Difficult to Contain http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=17716245 Afghan ministers call for unity against terror http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071229/wl_sthasia_afp/pakistanattacksbhuttoafghanistan Pakistan: Focus - Baitullah Mehsud, Pakistan's biggest dilemma http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1721580654 (Pakistan) Who is the man blamed by govt for Bhutto's murder? Background on Taliban-linked Baitullah Mehsud http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/December/subcontinent_December1098.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (Pakistan) 'Intercept' of al-Qaida points to Bhutto plot http://worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=59427 Pakistani TV shows pictures of Bhutto "attackers" http://www.reuters.com/article/newsOne/idUSISL33160320071230 (Pakistan) Al-Qaeda aims at Pakistan's heart -- anticipates more suicide attacks against secular and liberal elements http://www.atimes.com/atimes/South_Asia/JA01Df01.html Pakistan: Bhutto's murder aids al-Qaeda's 'chaos strategy' says top terror expert -- AKI interview with Brian Michael Jenkins http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Politics/?id=1.0.1721684839 (Pakistan) Pro-Taliban militants demand inquiry into Bhutto's assassination http://news.monstersandcritics.com/southasia/news/article_1383972.php/Pro-Taliban_militants_demand_inquiry_into_Bhuttos_assassination (Pakistan) New Video of Bhutto Assassination May Contradict Government Version of Events http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,319125,00.html (Pakistan) Lawyer: Police 'prevented Bhutto autopsy' -- family refuses to exhume body for autopsy http://www.cnn.com/2007/WORLD/asiapcf/12/31/pakistan.autopsy/index.html Pak govt dismisses Bhutto's email as ridiculous http://www.outlookindia.com/pti_news.asp?id=531364 (Pakistan) Some pros say Bhutto's assassination could be an inside job http://www.nydailynews.com/news/us_world/2007/12/30/2007-12-30_some_pros_say_bhuttos_assassination_coul.html (Pakistan) Musharraf Blames Terrorists for Benazir Bhutto's Murder http://news.yahoo.com/s/usnews/20071228/ts_usnews/musharrafblamesterroristsforbenazirbhuttosmurder (Pakistan) Benazir Bhutto: Daughter of Destiny http://www.slate.com/id/2180952/ (Pakistan) U.S. Special forces on standby over nuclear threat http://www.theherald.co.uk/news/foreign/display.var.1933388.0.Special_forces_on_standby_over_nuclear_threat.php (Pakistan) Rockets fired at police checkpost in Mardan http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\12\31\story_31-12-2007_pg7_50 Pakistan: Election commission to decide on poll date on Tuesday http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Politics/?id=1.0.1721502188 (Pakistan/UK) Cleric's chilling warning to UK -- Pakistani Muslim cleric Qari Hifzur Rehamn speaks of forcing Islam on world by violence http://www.thesun.co.uk/sol/homepage/news/article634210.ece (India) UP Terrorists had also planned strikes at Gateway of India http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Terrorists_planned_strikes_at_Mumbai/articleshow/2664689.cms (India) Former Andhra Congress MLA injured in bomb attack http://www.hindustantimes.com/Redir.aspx?ID=3dda0609-776c-447c-8d15-fdff1b9c8b48 (India) LTTE attempting to set up base in Tamil Nadu, says Jayalalithaa http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/India/LTTE_attempting_to_set_up_base_in_TN_says_Jayalalithaa/articleshow/2663228.cms (U.S.) Afghan Guantanamo prisoner dies of cancer: US military - Abdul Razzak, aged 68 http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071231/wl_asia_afp/usattacksprisonjusticeguantanamo_071230223052;_ylt=AgCeixfm7gY9Xpt1YxqT9Q0Tv5UB (U.S.) Passport investigation suggests security hole http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/22419963/ Iran backtracks missile announcement -- on plans to obtain new missile system from Russia http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1198517255140&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Syria: Our ties with France are strong -- while Sarkozy announces cutting ties http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1198517254773&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Aksa Martyrs Brigades calls for Palestinian PM Fayad's assassination http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1198517249558&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Al Aqsa Martyrs Brigades terrorists: We're not dismantling http://worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=59457 Hamas and Islamic Jihad say they killed hikers - near Hebron http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1198517247197&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Palestinian Authority claims it foiled suicide attack -- Hamas cell preparing attack http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,22993650-1702,00.html http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/31/africa/ME-GEN-Palestinians-Bomber.php Israel gets warned: Al-Qaida coming -- indications terror network sending cells using foreign passports http://worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=59448 Israel taking Bin Laden's threats seriously http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071231/wl_mideast_afp/iraqattacksqaedaisrael_071231073623;_ylt=AurwJr19QVrzTN5rCkQDlJhX6GMA Bin Laden vows Jihad in Jerusalem http://www.haaretz.com/hasen/spages/939509.html (Israel) IDF troops nab 3 fugitives in W. Bank; bomb thrown at troops in Nablus http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1198517252880&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Israel) Kassam rocket lands in open field near Sderot http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1198517252926&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Egypt) Eight Muslim Brotherhood members detained in Egypt http://news.monstersandcritics.com/middleeast/news/article_1383987.php/Eight_Muslim_Brotherhood_members_detained_in_Egypt Somalia: Hundreds of Islamist militants advance on Baidoa http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1721499743 Somali mother and five children killed by mortar http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/30/africa/AF-GEN-Somalia.php Mauritania: Three arrested over slaying of French tourists http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1721499501 Mauritania forces unsure of al Qaeda attack claim -- French tourists canceling trips http://africa.reuters.com/wire/news/usnL31446401.html (Kenya) '46 killed in western Kenyan city over election' http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticle.asp?xfile=data/theworld/2007/December/theworld_December977.xml§ion=theworld http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/22440430/ Algerian Press Declares War on 'Terrorist' Al-Jazeera over Online Poll Asking 'Do You Support Al-Qaeda's Attacks in Algeria?' http://memri.org/bin/latestnews.cgi?ID=SD179407 Turkish police foil plot to kill Christian priest: reports -- increase of killings of Christian priests in 2007 -- suspect influenced by Turkish TV serial "The Valley of the Wolves Iraq" -- vilifying Americans and Jewish individuals http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071231/wl_nm/turkey_priest_dc_1;_ylt=AlrrCluDT6ri.4kuPrCfM8rtfLkA http://abcnews.go.com/International/story?id=1617161&page=1 (Turkey) Al-Qaeda planning attacks on Israeli targets in Turkey http://www.ynetnews.com/articles/0,7340,L-3488536,00.html Netherlands: Possible attack foiled -- Dutch intelligence arrested three men believed associated with planned terror attack http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/12/netherlands-possible-attack-foiled.html AP: Dutch police detain 3 men for possibly planning violent act http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/31/europe/EU-GEN-Netherlands-Arrests.php -- report in Dutch (Telegraaf) http://www.telegraaf.nl/binnenland/2915831/_Mogelijke_aanslag_verijdeld__.html?p=20,1 (Belgium) Brussels: Terror attack planned -- 14 Islamists arrested Decebmer 21 reported plotted to place bombs on Brussels Metro -- now says it was said "only for laughs" http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/12/brussels-terror-attack-planned.html -- report in Dutch (HLN) http://hln.be/hln/nl/957/Belgi/article/detail/119207/2007/12/31/Toch-aanslagen-gepland-volgens-afgetapte-telefoons.dhtml Kosovo president insists province will gain independence from Serbia in 2008 http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/31/europe/EU-GEN-Kosovo-Status.php (Thailand) Dozens injured in bombings in Thai south -- five bombs planted by suspected separatist rebels in Narathiwat province http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/theworld/2007/December/theworld_December974.xml§ion=theworld http://ap.google.com/article/ALeqM5jBLB6KQVGZ6z7gvsjqlBYydYajugD8TS9KS81 Thai Bombing Hits New Year's Festivities http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/N/NEW_YEAR_WORLD?SITE=DCTMS&SECTION=HOME&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT Philippine military says al-Qaeda-linked militants weakened in 2007 -- report says 144 Abu Sayyaf "neutralized" 57 killed, 75 captured, 2 surrendered http://www.earthtimes.org/articles/show/166645.html (Philippines) Supreme Court orders transfer of trial of Indonesian terror suspects -- MILF monitoring transfer of terror suspects http://newsinfo.inquirer.net/breakingnews/nation/view_article.php?article_id=109701 Sri Lanka bombs suspected rebel base; troops kill 10 guerillas http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/December/subcontinent_December1108.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= Sri Lanka vows to eliminate LTTE chief in six months http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1055571 Prabhakaran may be dead: Sri Lankan govt http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Prabhakaran_may_be_dead_Sri_Lankan_govt/articleshow/2663123.cms North Korea slams U.S. ahead of nuclear deadline http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071231/pl_nm/korea_north_dc_3;_ylt=Ajh_of2_UOGARtjNDQaBoYmCscEA (North Korea) New US Bomb Could Target N.Korean Bunkers http://english.chosun.com/w21data/html/news/200712/200712310008.html Japanese PM pledges quick return to anti-terrorism mission in the Indian Ocean http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/31/asia/AS-GEN-Japan-Anti-Terrorism.php (Australia) Hicks required to report to police http://news.smh.com.au/hicks-required-to-report-to-police/20071231-1jkm.html (Australia) Howard hits out at 'jihad' Muslims http://www.theaustralian.news.com.au/story/0,25197,18204301-601,00.html Other News: Algeria: Islamic MPs ask for action against Christian missionaries http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Religion/?id=1.0.1721763459 Allah meets Bollywood on India-Pakistan border http://www.reuters.com/article/reutersEdge/idUSL2139191320071230 (Germany) Muslim Minority Marches Against German Crime Show http://www.spiegel.de/international/germany/0,1518,525957,00.html Debating the Islamist-Nazi Connection http://frontpagemagazine.com/Articles/Read.aspx?GUID=1DC2117D-CFAD-47DF-8042-E51CBAC3DD9E December 30, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Iraq) Suspected Al-Qaeda gunmen kidnap 13 http://www.theaustralian.news.com.au/story/0,25197,22989760-12377,00.html Iraq on alert for Saddam anniversary http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/iraq;_ylt=ApZpscP8KqxR3WC7o.sTQ_NX6GMA (Iraq) Bin Laden warns Iraqis not to fight Al-Qaeda http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071230/wl_afp/qaedaattacksbinladeniraq_071230131949;_ylt=AgwvJyG6uKSsj_GS8rHlXudX6GMA http://www.cnn.com/2007/WORLD/meast/12/29/binladen.message.ap/index.html SITE: Forthcoming Speech from the Head of Al-Qaeda, Usama bin Laden: "The Way to Contain the Conspiracies" http://siteinstitute.org/bin/articles.cgi?ID=publications336407&Category=publications&Subcategory=0 (Iraq) Suspected mass grave found in Baquba http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1871360&Language=en (Afghanistan) Two civilians among 10 killed in Afghan violence: police -- Taliban blamed in southern Afghanistan attacks in Helmand - roadside bomb and Taliban rocket ambush http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071230/wl_sthasia_afp/afghanistanunrest_071230104138;_ylt=Auf7RGEaTKeABlS9pgVL9PrOVooA (Afghanistan) Taliban leader Mullah Omar sacks key rebel commander: spokesman -- Mullah Mansoor Dadullah disobeyed Mullah Omar http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071230/wl_sthasia_afp/afghanistanunresttalibandadullah_071230061545;_ylt=AnDO19Sz7A7mFycqsBBpDy7OVooA (Afghanistan) UN calls for release of worker jailed in Afghan diplomatic row -- jailed for communications with Taliban http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/December/subcontinent_December1076.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (Afghanistan) Taliban fight needs 3,000 extra troops http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/asia/article3108161.ece (Pakistan) Two suicide bombers die in botched Pakistan attack -- in central Punjab http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/December/subcontinent_December1067.xml§ion=subcontinent (Pakistan) More than a dozen killed in northwestern Pakistan unrest -- Parachinar Sunni and Shiite fighting http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071230/wl_sthasia_afp/pakistanunrestsectarian_071230131925;_ylt=AnHqFD1hWKdrVEpShXFzYAfzPukA (Pakistan) Bhutto Assassin Named - Blamed Radical 'Capable of Doing Such Things' http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/12/29/AR2007122901185.html?hpid=topnews (Pakistan) Report: Pakistan elections to be postponed by up to 3 or 4 months http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1198517244017&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Pakistan) Gun-wielding assassin blasts Bhutto on tape -- Released images show man firing point blank from only feet away http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=59438 Pakistanis spurn aid in Bhutto probe http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20071230/FOREIGN/459311763/1001 U.S. court overturns $156 million award in terror case -- had been awarded to the family of an American-born student killed in a 1996 attack in the West Bank http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071229/us_nm/usa_court_hamas_dc_2;_ylt=AiPOleocSUN46FshEc679f0Tv5UB (U.S.) Michael Savage lawsuit links CAIR to 9/11 plot -- Talker amends lawsuit against organizer of Muslim boycott to include RICO charges http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=59440 Iran says its first atom plant to start in mid-2008 http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071230/wl_nm/iran_nuclear_plant_dc_1;_ylt=ArmEgfEcWp2Tfy6Sb0.dz_5Sw60A http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,319047,00.html (Syria) France to boycott Syria over Lebanon crisis http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/December/middleeast_December435.xml§ion=middleeast&col= Hamas claims deadly West Bank shootout http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/December/middleeast_December436.xml§ion=middleeast Turkey arrests five for al Qaeda links - TV -- in four cities including the capital Ankara http://www.reuters.com/article/latestCrisis/idUSL30425426 http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/30/europe/EU-GEN-Turkey-Al-Qaida.php (UK) Ex-detainee 'linked to Al-Qaeda cleric' -- freed Guantanamo prisoner Omar Deghayes linked to Abu Qatada http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/uk/article3108162.ece (Belgium) New Year's Eve fireworks canceled in Brussels due to terror threat http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/30/europe/EU-GEN-Belgium-Terrorism.php (Australia) Terrorism supporter in hiding -- David Hicks released from prison without apologizing for his crimes http://www.news.com.au/dailytelegraph/story/0,22049,22985891-5006010,00.html Sri Lanka says heavy battles in north http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/December/subcontinent_December1066.xml§ion=subcontinent Philippine military says operations have weakened communist guerrillas, but still a threat http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/30/asia/AS-GEN-Philippines-Communist-Rebels.php North Korea set to start 2008 with missed nuclear date http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/korea_north_dc;_ylt=AqgEi53T3pPnBiyRY4Vhw_GCscEA Colombia: Mission to grab hostages delayed http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2007/12/29/colombia_mission_to_grab_hostages_delayed/9136/ December 27 - 29, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Pakistan) Update: Bhutto's Jihadist Enemies http://www.time.com/time/world/article/0,8599,1698949,00.html?imw=Y (Pakistan) Qaeda Network Expands Base in Pakistan - Increasingly made up of homegrown militants bent on destabilizing country http://www.nytimes.com/2007/12/30/world/asia/30pakistan.html?ex=1356670800&en=b97408a2071d3650&ei=5088&partner=rssnyt&emc=rss (Pakistan) Rioting in Pakistan kills 38 and First video frames of Bhutto being shot and Pak turns down international help in Bhutto probe and Taliban blamed for attack on Bhutto http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/December/subcontinent_December1029.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Pak_turns_down_international_help_in_Bhutto_probe/articleshow/2661053.cms http://www.latimes.com/news/printedition/front/la-fg-pakistan29dec29,1,7493278.story?coll=la-headlines-frontpage&ctrack=1&cset=true Pakistan: Government says it has proof al-Qaeda killed Bhutto and Transcript of alleged al-Qaida intercept and Al-Qaeda's New Terror Tactic? http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Politics/?id=1.0.1714676256 http://www.time.com/time/world/article/0,8599,1698734,00.html (Pakistan) Chaos in the wake of Bhutto's murder will give Osama free reign to plot terror - Reported by James Gordon Meek http://www.nydailynews.com/news/us_world/2007/12/28/2007-12-28_chaos_in_the_wake_of_bhuttos_murder_will.html Algerian troops kill at least six suspected Islamist militants http://www.earthtimes.org/articles/show/166034.html Pro-Abbas security arrests 14 Hamas members in West Bank http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/December/middleeast_December423.xml§ion=middleeast&col= Bomb in Baghdad Kills at Least 7 In Crowd of Mostly Shiite Shoppers http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/12/28/AR2007122802656.html Hamas urges Egypt to open Gaza border to pilgrims http://www.ynetnews.com/articles/0,7340,L-3487969,00.html Ten Saudis return home from Guantanamo http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/December/middleeast_December416.xml§ion=middleeast Morocco jails 15 people convicted of terror link http://www.dailystar.com.lb/article.asp?edition_id=10&categ_id=2&article_id=87700 Germany worried Pakistan's nuclear arms could fall into wrong hands http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/December/subcontinent_December1026.xml§ion=subcontinent&col (Somalia) Mogadishu mayor spokesman killed in blast http://www.middle-east-online.com/english/?id=23717 (Sri Lanka) LTTE and breakaway faction continue to recruit children: UN http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/LTTE_continues_to_recruit_children_UN/articleshow/2660511.cms (U.S.) Bush to veto defense bill that gives right to sue terror sponsors http://www.ft.com/cms/s/0/07434a86-b5b0-11dc-896e-0000779fd2ac.html Poland to send additional 400 troops to Afghanistan http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/28/europe/EU-GEN-Poland-Afghanistan.php Malaysia releases 4 Jemaah Islamiyah terror suspects held without trial, rights group says http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/29/asia/AS-GEN-Malaysia-Militant-Suspects.php Two Israelis and two Palestinians killed in West Bank http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071228/wl_nm/palestinians_israel_shooting_dc;_ylt=Ap3pf5xSjmBPN8.cGysg2IKs0NUE (U.S.) $156M Terrorism Damage Award Thrown Out - Judgment against Holy Land Foundation, 2 other groups, & Muhammad Salah thrown out http://www.nytimes.com/aponline/us/AP-Islamic-Charities-Suit.html?_r=1&oref=slogin (Australia) Muslim youth 'shop around for fatwas online' http://www.theaustralian.news.com.au/story/0,25197,22982411-5013404,00.html New Mauritania attack kills three soldiers http://www.middle-east-online.com/english/?id=23695 (Iraq) Muqtada al-Sadr's Power Grab - Will be "ayatollah" by 2010 or sooner, with broad implications http://www.middle-east-online.com/english/?id=23653 (Iran) Inflation Fuels Anger Toward Ahmadinejad http://ap.google.com/article/ALeqM5g9-X2AVpyA6KgR15oNvrwcAQ_TIwD8TPVE700 (Iraq) Car bomb in Baghdad market kills 14 http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071228/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq;_ylt=AmpZTINGKHrUc2BFRIrHi.BvaA8F (Afghanistan) Britain's Brown in hot seat over 'Taliban contacts' http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071228/wl_sthasia_afp/afghanistanunrestbritaineuuntalks_071228055420;_ylt=Ao_o6LapfPQeeqnl9Sut8I_OVooA (Pakistan) Two dozen dead in Bhutto protests http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071228/wl_nm/pakistan_violence_dc;_ylt=AkIk1FQw9NFC0__mCVQ_89Os0NUE (Pakistan) Bhutto targeted by many militant groups -- and -- Pakistan on red alert after Bhutto's assassination http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071228/ap_on_re_as/bhutto_whodunit;_ylt=AhcrH5jVYJqAon0flLoC41wBxg8F http://www.radioaustralia.net.au/news/stories/s2128274.htm (Pakistan) Taliban leader warns against using religion for electoral gains -- "In Shariah, democracy is un-Islamic" http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\12\28\story_28-12-2007_pg7_23 Russia delivers more nuclear fuel to Iran http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/December/middleeast_December411.xml§ion=middleeast&col= (Australia) Convicted Australian terrorism supporter to be released http://www.radioaustralia.net.au/news/stories/s2128550.htm (Sri Lanka) 25 rebels and soldier killed in northern Sri Lanka http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/December/subcontinent_December974.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= Colombian hostages may be set free by Friday -- Plan to release trio to Chavez seen as rebuke of President Alvaro Uribe http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/22411923/ Web site to carry new bin Laden tape on Iraq http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071228/ts_nm/qaeda_binladen_tape_dc;_ylt=AqRx0nK7IKSSC4cLv.IWUpGs0NUE (Pakistan) Suicide bomber assassinates Pakistan's Benazir Bhutto http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071227/ts_afp/pakistanattacksbhutto_12 (Pakistan) Al-Qaeda claims Bhutto's death -- Shot in neck & chest as suicide bomber killed at least 20 in rally http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1710322437 news summaries at Dawn website and Yahoo Pakistan News http://www.dawn.com/2007/12/27/benazirbhutto.htm http://news.yahoo.com/fc/World/Pakistan ABC News: U.S. Checking al Qaeda Claim of Killing Bhutto - see attack photos http://blogs.abcnews.com/theblotter/2007/12/us-checking-al.html http://www.dailymail.co.uk/pages/live/articles/news/worldnews.html?in_article_id=504732&in_page_id=1811&ct=5 US beefs up Pakistan force - US Special Forces to increase presence in Pakistan http://www.theaustralian.news.com.au/story/0,25197,22977630-2703,00.html US signals support for Taliban talks http://www.ft.com/cms/s/0/11a008ca-b4ac-11dc-990a-0000779fd2ac.html?nclick_check=1 Israeli strikes in the Gaza Strip kill six - Mohammad Abu Murshud, head of Islamic Jihad's armed wing in Gaza, killed http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071227/wl_nm/palestinians_israel_violence_dc;_ylt=AsdcuOrChJbxbDzog9CyOhWs0NUE Somalia: Insurgents Attack Three Mogadishu Locations, One Killed http://allafrica.com/stories/200712271222.html (U.S.) Terrorism Risk Insurance Act Extended http://www.banks.com/blogs/insurance/2007/12/27/terrorism-risk-insurance-act-extended/ (Iraq) U.S. says captures 2 over Iraq soldier abductions and Iraq says captures senior al Qaeda figure - Ahmed Turki Abbas, "defense minister" of Islamic State of Iraq http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/iraq_dc;_ylt=AlO1dEwV.aLWSwJzUe1rsyRX6GMA http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071227/wl_nm/iraq_qaeda_dc;_ylt=ApAGKw7nU8NfYYbgYJJE7iys0NUE Iraq: US targets Mahdi splinter group -- US Troops Kill 11 Mahdi Breakaways http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071227/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq_071218202173;_ylt=AqoYXq7j1rVCX3rL.rDwMY5X6GMA (Gaza) TV Host on Hamas TV, Child Saraa Barhoum, Sings: 'We Liberated Gaza by Force" http://www.memritv.org/clip_transcript/en/1637.htm (Turkey) Explosion In Istanbul - Authorities Say A Bomb Caused The Explosion and Net results of the operation: 200 targets destroyed and ...and PKK tries to hit cities http://www.turkishpress.com/news.asp?id=208358 http://english.sabah.com.tr/E1B720FBFE7848EE86F16F37B3BBD757.html http://www.thenewanatolian.com/tna-30272.html Mauritania seeks 3 in tourist killings -- suspected of links to a regional al-Qaida terror network -- Sleeper cell killed French and Hunt for Suspects in Mauritania Killing http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071225/ap_on_re_af/mauritania_tourists_killed_7;_ylt=AjAZZffeKEH_kz9ubbuxYGETv5UB http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071227/ap_on_re_af/mauritania_tourists_killed;_ylt=Aqfq_9d27DrL7W2wXkk7toCs0NUE http://www.nytimes.com/2007/12/27/world/africa/27mauritania.html?_r=1&oref=slogin What a Difference …A year makes. A report from Fallujah, Iraq - Fallujah on verge of becoming success story & symbol of new, cooperative paradigm http://www.newsweek.com/id/81993 Shiite Contest Sharpens In Iraq -Moqtada al-Sadr versus Abdul Aziz al-Hakim http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/12/25/AR2007122501406.html?hpid=topnews Suspected militant in southern Russia blows himself up and also kills police officer http://www.pr-inside.com/suspected-militant-in-southern-russia-blows-r362732.htm (Somalia) Somali gunmen 'besieged' after seizing women medics - Gunmen who kidnapped woman doctor & nurse trapped in shootout http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/africa/article3098041.ece (Afghanistan) - On the march with Helmand's hope - Afghan Army holding Musa Qala after takeover from Taliban http://www.sundayherald.com/news/heraldnews/display.var.1924062.0.on_the_march_with_helmands_hope.php (Egypt) Cairo blasts Israel over tunnels claim http://www.theaustralian.news.com.au/story/0,25197,22973446-15084,00.html (Pakistan) 15-year-old bomber stopped at Bhutto rally http://www.theaustralian.news.com.au/story/0,25197,22975025-12377,00.html (Pakistan) Suicide attacks are part of al Qaeda's plan to disrupt Pak elections http://www.newkerala.com/one.php?action=fullnews&id=7244 (Iraq) Medical facility found at al-Qaida complex - Next to torture complex - also included large weapons cache http://politicom.moldova.org/stiri/eng/83518/ (India Jammu & Kashmir) Troops arrest 2 Pak nationals, recover cache of ammunition http://www.deepikaglobal.com/ENG3_sub.asp?ccode=ENG3&newscode=11537 (Afghanistan) More than 4500 Taliban members defect - Since 2005 - 4000 others killed by British & Canadian forces - http://www.theherald.co.uk/news/news/display.var.1927676.0.More_than_4500_Taliban_members_defect.php (India) LeT planning terror strike against Modi and HuM hurt in 2007 http://www.upi.com/International_Security/Emerging_Threats/Briefing/2007/12/26/let_planning_terror_strike_against_modi/8041/ http://www.upi.com/International_Security/Emerging_Threats/Briefing/2007/12/26/india_hum_hurt_in_2007/7741/ Colombia backs Chavez plan for FARC hostages' release http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071226/wl_afp/colombiavenezuelahostages_071226213932 December 26, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Iraq) 35 dead in Iraq attacks -- and dozens more were injured in a pair of suicide bomber attacks Tuesday in Iraqi towns north of Baghdad http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2007/12/26/35_dead_in_iraq_attacks/4102/ (Iraq) Two extremists killed in Diyala raids -- MNF statement http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1054489 (Iraq) Bodies of 17 men are found north of Baghdad -- in Baquba - with gunshot wounds to head http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/focusoniraq/2007/December/focusoniraq_December148.xml§ion=focusoniraq (Iraq) US forces identify slain Qaeda militant in Iraq -- Abu Abdullah aka Muhammad Sulayman Shunaythir al-Zubai http://afp.google.com/article/ALeqM5hg9i9Pv43a0j7PegGwGp5uzQhoiA http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1054564 (Iraq) Video shows car carrying 6 Al Qaeda leaders blown up by US helicopter http://www.nydailynews.com/news/us_world/2007/12/26/2007-12-26_video_shows_car_carrying_6_al_qaeda_lead.html (Iraq) U.S. general warns Iraq to aid Sunni allies http://www.iht.com/articles/2007/12/26/africa/iraq.php Turkish warplanes strike rebels in northern Iraq - fourth such raid in five days http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071226/ts_nm/turkey_iraq_dc_5;_ylt=Ag9ZcaD73rvAC5iwKhi3vJpX6GMA Turkish jets strike Kurdish rebel bases http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071226/ap_on_re_mi_ea/turkey_kurds_23;_ylt=AkpTDpW8VtPvVgyg8k790VvtfLkA Five Kurdish rebels killed in Turkey http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2007/12/26/five_kurdish_rebels_killed_in_turkey/9372/ (Afghanistan) 150 Taliban killed in Afghanistan -- Afghan forces with support from the international troops based in Afghanistan's Uruzgan province http://www.earthtimes.org/articles/show/164492.html (Afghanistan) Britain in secret talks with the Taliban -- MI6's Secret Intelligence Service agents have held talks with Taliban http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml;jsessionid=QFUB4KMSUNFI5QFIQMFSFFOAVCBQ0IV0?xml=/news/2007/12/26/wafg126.xml (Afghanistan) Contacts with Taliban: Kabul expels EU, UN officials http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\12\26\story_26-12-2007_pg1_5 Afghan, Pakistan leaders set for talks on militants http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071226/wl_sthasia_afp/pakistanafghanistan_071226115656;_ylt=AvVkH3Y.cLpQ20WaFfa6.XvzPukA Afghan rebels' arms suppliers assailed -- Canadian defense minister says Pakistan and Iran providing weapons to Taliban http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20071226/FOREIGN/408248327/1003 (Pakistan) Operation against Swat militants continues -- Taliban behead alleged spy http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\12\26\story_26-12-2007_pg1_4 (Pakistan) Violence in Pak tribal region kills 12 people -- Kurram Agency Sunni / Shiite fighting http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/December/subcontinent_December880.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= Pakistan Denies Misusing US Anti-Terror Aid http://www.cnsnews.com/ViewForeignBureaus.asp?Page=/ForeignBureaus/archive/200712/INT20071226a.html (India J&K) Thousands stage protest against mosque siege http://www.thehindu.com/2007/12/26/stories/2007122653631200.htm (India) One killed, 12 churches attacked in E. India http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/December/subcontinent_December870.xml§ion=subcontinent http://www.breitbart.com/article.php?id=D8TP59T80&show_article=1&catnum=2 (India Assam) Adivasi insurgency creates new terror front in Assam http://www.earthtimes.org/articles/show/164416.html (U.S.) Judge upholds Tariq Ramadan banning http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2007/12/25/judge_upholds_tariq_ramadan_banning/1385/ (U.S.) Experts worry about college stadium security -- Counterterrorism experts worry sporting events could become targets http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/22394686/ http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/25/america/NA-GEN-US-Stadium-Security.php Iran says to get missile system from Russia: report http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071226/ts_nm/iran_russia_missile_dc_1;_ylt=ArnNSok84.bs3IUdRpnQvedSw60A http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1198517214228&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Iran behind flood of weapons to Taliban, MacKay charges http://www.canada.com/ottawacitizen/news/story.html?id=249f061f-54b3-4c5e-8f01-0f272a3248ba Hamas Terror Cell That Killed Two, Wounded Four, Busted http://www.israelnationalnews.com/News/News.aspx/124710 (Gaza) Islamic Jihad fires ten missiles at Sderot http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1054569 (Gaza) 2 Islamic Jihad operatives hurt as IAF attack rocket launchers in Gaza http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1198517208094&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Egypt hits back at Israeli charges over Gaza http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071226/wl_nm/israel_egypt_dc Egyptian police arrest weapons smuggler, tons of explosives in border town http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/26/africa/ME-GEN-Egypt-Smuggling-Explosives.php Mauritania seeks 3 in tourist killings -- suspected of links to a regional al-Qaida terror network http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071225/ap_on_re_af/mauritania_tourists_killed_7;_ylt=AjAZZffeKEH_kz9ubbuxYGETv5UB Moroccan court puts off two terrorism cases -- involving 27 terror suspects http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1870575&Language=en (Somalia) Two aid workers kidnapped in Somalia -- by militants http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2007/12/26/two_aid_workers_kidnapped_in_somalia/3047/ http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/26/africa/AF-GEN-Somalia.php (Philippines) 7 wounded in blast in lawmaker's home in northern Philippines http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1198517212450&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Sri Lanka says 40 rebels killed in sea battle http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/December/subcontinent_December875.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (North Korea) Japan doubts NKorea will meet nuclear deadline: official http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071226/wl_asia_afp/nkoreanuclearweaponsjapan_071226080910;_ylt=Ap3OznmzssZUseJsJDOHAEOCscEA Other News: Pakistan clerics persecute 'non Muslims' -- Hardline clerics are using Pakistan's blasphemy laws to persecute members of a small Islamic splinter group, two million-strong Ahmadiyya community, they say are not proper Muslims http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml;jsessionid=TKZHIVFNIKWJ5QFIQMGSFFOAVCBQWIV0?xml=/news/2007/12/25/wpakistan125.xml Malaysia's highest court to rule on powers of Islamic courts over non-Muslims http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/26/asia/AS-GEN-Malaysia-Islam-vs-Civil-Law.php Exodus: 40 Iranian Jews make it to Israel http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,318248,00.html Iran to suffer in N-war against Israel -- An exchange of nukes would kill 16 to 28 million Iranians and 200,000 to 800,000 Israelis http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\12\26\story_26-12-2007_pg1_7 December 23 - 25, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com The U.N. Insignia Emerges as a Global Target for Al-Qaeda Attacks http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/12/24/AR2007122401840.html?hpid=moreheadlines (Belgium) Al Qaeda supporter denies plot for escape or attack http://www.theherald.co.uk/news/foreign/display.var.1924664.0.Al_Qaeda_supporter_denies_plot_for_escape_or_attack.php British Report Finds Security Firm Withheld Intelligence in Iraq http://www.voanews.com/english/2007-12-24-voa19.cfm Indonesia Increases Security Ahead of Christmas Holiday http://www.voanews.com/english/2007-12-24-voa10.cfm (Israel & Hamas) 'IDF has infiltrated Izzadin Kassam' - Israel has infiltrated Hamas' military wing http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1196847413848&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Marwan Kanafani: Yasser Arafat was the leader of "Black September" http://www.maannews.net/en/index.php?opr=ShowDetails&ID=26865 British man appears in court charged with preparing terrorist attack http://cnews.canoe.ca/CNEWS/World/2007/12/24/4739384-ap.html Nepal to abolish monarchy in deal to bring former rebels into government fold http://cnews.canoe.ca/CNEWS/World/2007/12/24/4739371-ap.html 1 policeman killed, 4 wounded in attacks in Chechnya http://www.kyivpost.com/bn/28064/ (Iraq) 2 die in Baghdad bombing -- Near governor's office -- Gunmen kidnap 14 members of Iraqi family: police http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071224/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq_071218202122;_ylt=Ai4qT2c_vNhZm37.GfDHKqBX6GMA http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071224/ts_nm/iraq_kidnapping_dc (Afghanistan) Bombs kill four in Afghanistan: police - in Kandahar -Three Taleban killed in Afghanistan - Including local commander http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071224/wl_asia_afp/afghanistanunrestbomb_071224083413;_ylt=AnLpv1tXNsHno9AGiyGC.lrOVooA http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/December/subcontinent_December819.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= Afghans detain woman with bomb under burqa -- in Jalalabad, near Pakistan border http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071224/ts_nm/afghan_woman_dc_1;_ylt=Ao.gFcRVunvIH_hLe.6RWu7OVooA (Pakistan) Islamic militants take responsibility for attack on Pakistan military convoy that killed 9 -- update on Swat valley bombing on Sunday http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/24/asia/AS-GEN-Pakistan-Suicide-Attack.php (Pakistan) U.S. officials see waste in billions sent to Pakistan -- http://www.iht.com/articles/2007/12/24/asia/24military.php -- previously posted December 8 -- (Pakistan) What Did Your $10 Billion Pay For? -- CSIS analyst claims Pakistan anti-terror funds being used for military arms to defend against India http://www.parade.com/articles/editions/2007/edition_12-02-2007/Intelligence_Report Belgian prisoner denies escape plans http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071223/ap_on_re_eu/belgium_terrorism_21;_ylt=ApeOmPXrc3lOPG2TgxTQUwITv5UB (Philippines) Gunmen kills Philippine radio journalist http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071224/ap_on_re_au_an/philippines_journalist_killed Philippines 'bomb plotter' Islamic envoy: Egypt cleric http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071223/wl_asia_afp/egyptphilippinescrimeattacks_071223213824 Iran reactor 'to open late 2008' http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/middle_east/7153274.stm (India) 12 Hizb-ul-Mujahideen militants surrender in J & K http://www.hindu.com/2007/12/24/stories/2007122456880100.htm (Lebanon) Lebanon's opposition threatens to boycott presidential vote absent deal on future government http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/23/africa/ME-GEN-Lebanon-President.php Gaza's Christians Keep Low Christmas Profile http://ap.google.com/article/ALeqM5htdRYX-SuxGei2ZzJYCpgeEfk15AD8TNCH780 (France) Twin bomb attacks injure two in Corsica http://afp.google.com/article/ALeqM5i4_3hN45EBaPTWIgyJkGWWIsyK9Q Update: Sri Lanka says kills 22 rebels, destroys bunkers http://www.reuters.com/article/featuredCrisis/idUSCOL84652 (Iran/Iraq) Iran 'restraining Shia militias in Iraq.' Also US praises Iran curbs on Sadr militia in Iraq http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/12/23/wiran123.xml http://www.reuters.com/article/featuredCrisis/idUSL23441484 (Saudi Arabia) Ministry: 28 arrested in Saudi Arabia http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071223/ap_on_re_mi_ea/saudi_arabia_arrests;_ylt=AmtPxMBtMxUWMAnyMWWwtW5vaA8F (Gaza) Olmert rules out truce talks with Hamas http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071223/ap_on_re_mi_ea/israel_palestinians;_ylt=AlpZ0QGzKNvx6rCFmVkzJz5vaA8F (Pakistan) Bhutto says some madrasas groom killers http://in.reuters.com/article/southAsiaNews/idINIndia-31095720071223 (Afghanistan) Three Canadian soldiers injured http://afp.google.com/article/ALeqM5j0vpx_l9iAY8v5Zggpats_qAlpIw Update: Turkish aircraft in fresh raid in northern Iraq - report http://www.forbes.com/afxnewslimited/feeds/afx/2007/12/23/afx4470861.html Bombing, gunmen leave 5 dead in Iraq http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071223/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq;_ylt=AuyAhx84Njc0qeVoPmEzA.Ws0NUE Saudi says arrests 28 al Qaeda militants http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071223/ts_nm/saudi_qaeda_arrests_dc Suicide bomber kills nine in Pakistan http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071223/ts_nm/pakistan_violence1_dc 5 Somalis killed in the capital http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071223/ap_on_re_af/somalia;_ylt=Aq56PiBzRUk3orgMgfKxIqqs0NUE (UK & Afghanistan) NHS volunteers treat Taliban in frontline hospital http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/asia/article3087089.ece Pakistan agents 'staged escape' of terror suspect - Sunday Times: Friends of Rashid Rauf say he kidnapped by Pakistan’s ISI, not escaped http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/asia/article3087090.ece CIA obstructed 9/11 investigators: report and CIA says it cooperated with 9/11 panel http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071222/pl_afp/usattackstorture_071222220637 http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071223/ap_on_go_ot/cia_videotapes Iraq Qaeda Group Confirms Top Figure Killed: Web - Abu Omar al-Baghdadi, leader of Islamic State in Iraq, hailed Abu Maysara, killed last month http://www.nytimes.com/reuters/news/news-iraq-qaeda-tape.html?_r=2&oref=slogin&oref=slogin Iraq government vows to disband Sunnis and In a Force for Iraqi Calm, Seeds of Conflict http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071223/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq;_ylt=AuyAhx84Njc0qeVoPmEzA.Ws0NUE http://www.nytimes.com/2007/12/23/world/middleeast/23awakening.html?ref=world Turkey bombs Kurd rebel bases in Iraq and Turkish air strikes targeted 9 camps and 3,500 armed PKK terrorists http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071222/ap_on_re_mi_ea/turkey_iraq_kurds;_ylt=AnkVoq3MMQK3_26Tz5p_jm.s0NUE http://www.hurriyet.com.tr/english/7882857.asp?gid=74&sz=89330 December 22, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Iraq) Al-Qaeda operative accused of Killing nine U.S. soldiers nabbed in Iraq http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1053543 Iraq bombs kill one U.S. soldier and wound 11 -- double roadside bomb attack in Kirkuk http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071222/ts_nm/iraq_bombs_dc_1;_ylt=AgMdk1JB7E43j1iS.p5zCg9X6GMA (Iraq) Suicide car bomb kills Iraqi in western Baghdad http://news.xinhuanet.com/english/2007-12/22/content_7295969.htm (Pakistan) Several arrested in Pakistan suicide attack: officials http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071222/wl_sthasia_afp/pakistanunrest_071222121104;_ylt=AmaxzSN3tLQDwkJvOyOiM7zzPukA http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071222/ts_nm/pakistan_blast_dc_18;_ylt=ApXhNU8M8C27S1bzLwx1a63zPukA Pakistan looks for clues to ID bomber http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071222/ap_on_re_as/pakistan_77;_ylt=Ap6FhpTR_e7u3RF836m041PzPukA 'Pakistan bomber loaded with ball bearings' http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/December/subcontinent_December737.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= Pakistan's Islamic Parties Struggling http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/12/22/AR2007122200387.html U.S. looks for larger Pakistan role - NBC Video link http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/21134540/vp/22362615#22362615 (India) Two Islamic militants arrested over Indian Lucknow court blasts: police -- believed to be with Bangladesh-based militant group Harkatul Jihad al-Islami http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071222/wl_sthasia_afp/indiaattacksblastprobe_071222064141;_ylt=Av2WaDHabmg_PBRZrPfLQfETv5UB Indian officials clash on terrorism causes http://www.upi.com/International_Security/Emerging_Threats/Briefing/2007/12/21/indian_officials_clash_on_terrorism_causes/4039/ (U.S.) Gitmo Detainee Charged In Terrorism Plot -- Brother-In-Law Of 9/11 Hijacker 4th Guantanamo Detainee Charged -- Ahmed Mohammed Ahmed Haza al-Darbi's charges relate to plans to attack vessels off Yemeni coast http://www.whiotv.com/news/14910686/detail.html (U.S.) Judge defers ruling on Guantanamo tapes inquiry http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071222/wl_afp/usciatorture_071222125242;_ylt=AhtYOFwRFhdOSY6NBi7bDCMTv5UB (U.S.) Judge: 1992 papers relevant in 9/11 lawsuits -- Judge says organizations must turn over evidence, including Muslim World League, the International Islamic Relief Organization and Wa'el Jelaidan http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071222/ap_on_re_us/sept11_lawsuits_1;_ylt=ApF.TPZbDyRl4hZ.zbUTlNoTv5UB http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,317971,00.html (U.S.) FBI prepares vast database of biometrics http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/22366208/ (U.S.) NYT: CIA intentionally impeded Sept. 11 inquiry, officials say http://www.iht.com/articles/2007/12/22/america/intel.1-193639.php Iran Educates Children to 'Seek Martyrdom' http://www.cbn.com/CBNnews/289970.aspx (Iran) Wife of missing ex-FBI man gets no news in Iran http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071222/us_nm/iran_american_wife_dc_1;_ylt=AqdDxHlNKHWUT1oK.cK4RuZSw60A Hizbullah reports death of member while on 'jihad mission' http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1196847403295&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Saudi Arabia: Al Qaeda planned haj attacks http://www.albawaba.com/en/countries/Saudi%20Arabia/220256 Algerian army surrounds armed group http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1053480 Uganda announces arrest of 20 suspected Rwandan rebels http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/22/africa/AF-GEN-Uganda-Rebels.php (Nigeria) Militant group to observe Christmas Day cease-fire in Nigeria's oil region http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/22/africa/AF-GEN-Nigeria-Oil-Unrest.php Somali authorities say kidnapped French journalist expected to be freed; may face charges http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/22/africa/AF-GEN-Somalia-Journalist.php Belgium Releases 14 Terror Suspects -- after a court decided there was insufficient evidence to hold them for more than 24 hours http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/B/BELGIUM_TERRORISM?SITE=AP&SECTION=HOME&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT&CTIME=2007-12-22-08-06-05 Belgian authorities on high terrorism alert http://www.gulf-times.com/site/topics/article.asp?cu_no=2&item_no=191313&version=1&template_id=39&parent_id=21 Germany drops probe of man who was accused of recruiting for terrorism -- "Tolga D." was suspected of having recruited a fellow citizen for terrorism in Pakistan http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/21/europe/EU-GEN-Germany-Terror-Suspect.php (UK) Pair face terror charges -- inciting terror in Pakistan - involvement with Baluchistan group http://ukpress.google.com/article/ALeqM5hxcvQvKUqI3gWSgJf4tDSiRDJoWQ (Sri Lanka) 14 LTTE rebels, 1 trooper killed in separate clashes in Northern Sri Lanka http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1053587 (North Korea) US expert on Korea returns from trip to NKorea: officials http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071222/wl_asia_afp/nkoreanuclearweaponskorea_071222030543;_ylt=AmQKhOnsB63B5Jt9g34_1QuCscEA Rice: US has 'no permanent enemies' http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071222/ap_on_go_ca_st_pe/rice_12;_ylt=AqXrbWABnEQCWBsNLhK1oiWCscEA December 21, 2007 PM Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com Saudis bust ring planning hajj attack: Al-Arabiya television - reports Saudi authorities arrested Al-Qaeda linked group planning to carry out terrorist attacks during annual hajj pilgrimage http://www.turkishpress.com/news.asp?id=207736 http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071221/wl_mideast_afp/saudireligionislamhajjattack_071221195204;_ylt=AkpA_rF2dLCRCOEeyKFfhIsTv5UB (Pakistan) Gates: Al Qaeda has regrouped in Pakistan border area http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071221/ts_nm/usa_qaeda_gates_dc http://www.latimes.com/news/nationworld/world/la-na-gates22dec22,0,515388.story?coll=la-home-center Pakistan: Bomb attack on ex-minister lastest in militants' unrelenting campaign http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1696794578 Pakistan: Minority Christians prepare to celebrate Christmas -- facing threats http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Religion/?id=1.0.1695375192 PBS Dispatches - Pakistan: The New Taliban http://www.pbs.org/frontlineworld/blog/2007/12/pakistan_the_ra.html (Afghanistan) Karzai says Afghanistan needs foreign troops for 10 years http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071221/wl_sthasia_afp/afghanistangermanynatomilitary_071221124310;_ylt=Ano4PBE9TtJboKZxRS66.CXOVooA (India) Al Qaeda threat to courts seems a hoax: police http://www.earthtimes.org/articles/show/162634.html US government denies CIA tapes showed Guantanamo torture http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071221/pl_afp/usciatorture_071221193725;_ylt=ArVKnYNABApRym8dz1IYx44Tv5UB (Iran) Rice: US ready to talk to Iran if it abandons nuke ambitions http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1196847401284&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Iran) No New UN Sanctions on Iran Now Despite US Concessions http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/12/no_new_un_sanctions_on_iran_no.php (Lebanon) Hezbollah criticizes Bush comments, says Lebanon won't obey his 'orders' http://www.signonsandiego.com/news/world/20071221-1103-lebanon-us.html Hamas TV says group has new anti-aircraft unit in Gaza http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1196847401362&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Israel) Gov't releases tape of Hizbullah captive http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1196847400450&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Indonesia) Captured JI leader hints at more terror attacks http://www.theage.com.au/news/world/captured-ji-leader-hints-at-more-terror-attacks/2007/12/21/1198175340531.html Libya May Escape Final Judgment in Pan-Am 103 Case http://www.cqpolitics.com/wmspage.cfm?docID=hsnews-000002648396 Other News: Iran: Europe will become a Muslim continent, says Khamenei's spokesman http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Politics/?id=1.0.1696552901 (UK) Archbishop of Canterbury's Comments on Nativity Spark Debate Among American Christians http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,317885,00.html http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml;jsessionid=JHPSTTVO4EG5FQFIQMGCFGGAVCBQUIV0?xml=/news/2007/12/20/nwise120.xml December 21, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com Iraqi Shiite leader urges checks on anti-Qaeda groups http://www.afp.com/english/news/stories/071221074524.9ux9u59e.html http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071221/ts_nm/iraq_hakim_dc_1;_ylt=Amuw09c3UKt.3f5zbejN8jxX6GMA (Iraq) American Army says Thursday's attack northeast of Baghdad targeted US troops http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1053338 (Afghanistan) 11 Tons of Opium Discovered in Taliban Town of Musa Qala http://blogs.abcnews.com/theblotter/2007/12/exclusive-11-to.html (Pakistan) At least 50 dead in Pakistan suicide attack: police -- at mosque in northwest Pakistan, bomber detonated as prayer leader said "Allahu Akbar" -- targeting former interior minister Aftab Sherpao, who was also former anti-terrorism official http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071221/ts_afp/pakistanunrest_071221094851;_ylt=Aqgkkle8MHUvTGQSsLmGCi3zPukA (Pakistan) Taliban outfit faces ban -- Government may ban Tehrik-i-Taliban http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\12\21\story_21-12-2007_pg1_4 http://www.satp.org/satporgtp/detailed_news.asp?date1=12/21/2007#13 (Pakistan) Benazir Bhutto vows to stop Balochistan military operation http://www.dawn.com/2007/12/21/top8.htm (India) 'Qaida' threatens Delhi High Cout http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/India/Qaida_threatens_Delhi_HC/articleshow/2639385.cms (India) E-mail threat to blow up parliament, Delhi courts http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/December/subcontinent_December699.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (India) Engineer shot at by militants in Manipur http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Engineer_shot_at_by_militants_in_Manipur/articleshow/2640937.cms (India) 12 police missing in Chhattisgarh -- after gunbattle with Maoists http://news.webindia123.com/news/Articles/India/20071221/853333.html (U.S.) New York Court: State law won't protect terror author from libel judgment -- regarding Khalid Salim A. Bin Mahfouz suit against Rachel Ehrenfeld http://www.newsday.com/news/local/wire/newyork/ny-bc-ny--terrorbooklibel1220dec20,0,5389082.story (U.S.) White House faces hearing on CIA tapes http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071221/ap_on_go_pr_wh/cia_videotapes_courts_3;_ylt=Ai_hFYk8TfEapyigNZ4q_iITv5UB (U.S.) Al-Qaeda DVD sparks dispute over Ft. Dix 5 http://www.philly.com/inquirer/local/20071221_Al-Qaeda_DVD_sparks_dispute_over_Ft__Dix_5.html (Al-Qaeda) Behind Al Qaeda's latest publicity tactic http://www.newsweek.com/id/81196 (Iran) Powers fail to reach deal on Iran sanctions http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071220/wl_mideast_afp/irannuclearpoliticsdiplomacyusunsanctions_071220232412;_ylt=Am60Pal46CUjSL16FkKTTBRSw60A (Iran) Former CIA official: 'Israel will ultimately decide to attack Iran on its own' http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1196847398265&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Gaza) Palestinian militant shot dead near Gaza border http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/December/middleeast_December317.xml§ion=middleeast&col= (Gaza) Two IDF soldiers lightly wounded by bomb detonation on Gaza fence http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1196847398214&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Israel) Kassam falls north of the Gaza Strip; no casualties http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1196847398161&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Saudi paper: Hamas asked terror groups to stop rocket attacks http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1196847398121&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Bahrain) At least 7 Bahraini Shiite Islamist opposition activists rounded up, group says http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/21/africa/ME-GEN-Bahrain-Shiite-Protest.php Russia to veto UN Security Council resolution granting independence to Kosovo http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Russia_to_veto_UNSC_resolution_about_Kosovos_independence/articleshow/2640872.cms (Uzbekistan) Leader of the Islamic Movement of Uzbekistan: 'Allah Willing, America Will Soon Be Annihilated....' http://memri.org/bin/latestnews.cgi?ID=SD179107 Belgium arrests 14 in Islamic jail break plot -- plan to break out convicted Al-Qaeda suspect arrested in September 2001 for plotting attacks on U.S. targets http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071221/ts_nm/belgium_threat_arrests_dc Belgium steps up security after terror threat http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071221/ts_nm/belgium_threat_dc_1;_ylt=Agvmgmgxn5FTe1rkx756dBUTv5UB Germany agrees to pass passenger data to FBI http://www.expatica.com/de/articles/news/Germany-agrees-to-pass-passenger-data-to-FBI-.html (UK) Vanessa Redgrave helps Guantanamo suspects -- helps terror suspects walk free by putting 40,000 pounds toward their bail fee http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/12/20/ngitmo620.xml http://www.thisislondon.co.uk/news/article-23428639-details/Vanessa+Redgrave+helps+bail+Guantanamo+detainees+'who+were+members+of+al+Qaeda+terror+cell'/article.do (Canada) Terror suspect granted bail -- Yasin Mohamed http://www.canada.com/topics/news/national/story.html?id=136b3898-a4e4-40a5-ac29-e0cb38d38124&k=99779 (Australia) Restrictions for Australia terror supporter -- convicted terrorist David Hicks to be released from prison next week http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071221/ap_on_re_au_an/australia_terror_supporter_4;_ylt=AnmkF5T6Wn8ShigTBTA2yW4Tv5UB (Australia) Haneef wins court battle to return to Australia - former suspect in London car bombing plots http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/World/Rest_of_World/Haneef_wins_court_battle_to_return_to_Australia/articleshow/2639455.cms Australia: Govt orders inquiry into Indian doctor's terror case http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071221/wl_sthasia_afp/australiaindiabritainattacksjustice_071221082202;_ylt=Auy1XZXoEi_J_ayrp9kjgYkTv5UB (Thailand) Security forces on alert for New Year festival http://www.bangkokpost.com/breaking_news/breakingnews.php?id=124602 (Sri Lanka) 12 Tamil Tiger rebels killed in Sri Lanka http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Top_Headlines/12_Tamil_Tiger_rebels_killed_in_Sri_Lanka/articleshow/2639794.cms (Sri Lanka) LTTE trying to take Prabhakaran abroad for treatment: report http://www.newkerala.com/one.php?action=fullnews&id=6146 (Sri Lanka) War crimes inquiry into Tamil rebel living in UK http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/uk/crime/article3081234.ece (North Korea) Report: Uranium found on North Korean tubes http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071221/ap_on_go_ca_st_pe/us_nkorea_nuclear_1;_ylt=Audu2uJPXSln7dzusm6B1kSCscEA --- WP report http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/12/20/AR2007122002196.html (North Korea) Rice does not rule out North Korea visit, speaks of 'normalization' http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071221/pl_afp/nkoreanuclearusdiplomacy_071221072809;_ylt=ApixuC_UwqQPOXSOVjgRlS2CscEA (North Korea) US says North Korea won't meet deadline http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071221/ap_on_re_as/koreas_nuclear_1;_ylt=AhQ9eUrm95Y33qen7Wi.3BqCscEA China taps into U.S. spy operations -- gained access to a secret National Security Agency listening post in Hawaii http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20071221/NATION/676409066/1001 Colombian rebels confirm planned release of three hostages http://www.expatica.com/fr/articles/news/Colombian-rebels-confirm-planned-release-of-three-hostages.html Other News: (India) Imam to Bush: Love Muslims and end "cruelties" in Afghanistan, Iraq, Palestine http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Imam_to_Bush_Love_Muslims_and_end_cruelty/articleshow/2640895.cms Australia: 800 protest against Islamic school http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Religion/?id=1.0.1691535784 Thailand: Muslim south set to be central issue in elections -- scheduled for December 23 http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Politics/?id=1.0.1691557209 (UK) Leaked memo exposes 'no interest' in deporting foreign prisoners http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/uk/crime/article3081711.ece http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml;jsessionid=RBKWJGOCV2DUNQFIQMFSFFOAVCBQ0IV0?xml=/news/2007/12/21/nmigrants221.xml December 20, 2007 PM Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (U.S.) Judge: Gitmo trial for bin Laden driver -- denies POW status for Salim Ahmed Hamdan http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071220/ap_on_re_la_am_ca/guantanamo_bin_laden_driver_3;_ylt=Aq5mQcH3hdhpbLgFqgswJFoTv5UB (U.S.) CIA to turn over videotape documents http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071220/ap_on_go_co/cia_videotapes_60;_ylt=Ai9_opecXmcde35RV4ApScgTv5UB (Iraq) More than 30 killed in restive Iraqi province of Diyala http://afp.google.com/article/ALeqM5goVTHZhMHM7IXd5rmBqvaf7-ZfyA (Iraq) Bombings mar peaceful holiday in Iraq - death toll increased, includes U.S. soldier http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071220/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq_071218202080;_ylt=AgmBerpiLeWEYBfmXGwHcSxX6GMA Turkey's Carrot & Stick Approach to the PKK - December 2007 http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/12/turkeys_carrot_stick_approach.php\ NEFA Foundation: "The Secrets of History: Zarqawi As I Knew Him" http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/12/nefa_foundation_the_secrets_of.php (Italy) Milan imam convicted for promoting jihad -- Abu Imad http://africa.reuters.com/wire/news/usnL20112390.html (Germany) Interior Ministry Warns of Radicalization of Muslims -- says 6% of 3 million Muslims in Germany have "violent tendencies" http://www.spiegel.de/international/germany/0,1518,524739,00.html (Northern Ireland) Judge says man not guilty of IRA bombing http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071220/ap_on_re_eu/britain_omagh_bomb The Clock Ticks: Sanction Iran Now http://www.washingtoninstitute.org/templateC06.php?CID=1118 The European View on Iran: Fallout from the New U.S. Intelligence Estimate http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/12/the_european_view_on_iran_fall.php\\ AMIA & the NIE http://terrorwonk.blogspot.com/2007/12/amia-nie.html December 20, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Iraq) 17 suspected al-Qaida fighters killed in Iraq: Police http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/17_suspected_al-Qaida_fighters_killed_in_Iraq_Police_/articleshow/2638595.cms (Iraq) 13 killed in suicide attack in Iraq's Diyala province http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071220/wl_mideast_afp/iraqunrestdiyala_071220120801;_ylt=AsBm1RwVfGCDaARCRR1rSzBX6GMA\ (Iraq) Volunteers to fight al-Qaeda targeted in Iraq blast http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/iraq/article3078672.ece (Iraq) MNF kill 24 gunmen, finds mass grave in Diyala http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1053161 (Iraq) Torture center found in northern Iraq -- suspected run by Al-Qaeda in Iraq - near Muqdadiyah http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071220/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq_071218202075;_ylt=Ao0sdEG5wHt7zZ5cC0rc5NdX6GMA (Iraq) Saudis biggest group of al Qaeda Iraq fighters: study -- West Point's Combating Terrorism Center study "Al-Qa'ida's Foreign Fighters in Iraq" shows Saudis 41 percent, Libyans 19 percent, Syrians and Yemenis 8 percent, Algerians 7 percent, and Moroccans 6 percent http://www.reuters.com/article/topNews/idUSN1962918820071219 -- PDF link to study: http://ctc.usma.edu/harmony/pdf/CTCForeignFighter.19.Dec07.pdf (Iraq) US says it frees 100 detainees in Iraq -- as a gesture of reconciliation during the Muslim festival of Eid Al Adha http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/focusoniraq/2007/December/focusoniraq_December113.xml§ion=focusoniraq Turkey: Iraq operation may continue http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071220/ap_on_re_mi_ea/turkey_iraq_kurds_1;_ylt=AthRi2iFrQ_nJg6976mfp4lX6GMA Pakistan police helped British suspect escape: report - Dawn newspaper - update on Rashid Rauf escape - suspect in plot to attack USA http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071220/wl_sthasia_afp/pakistanbritainattacksescape_071220123544;_ylt=AvphGDPSMvEeKxo1eayGVLjzPukA http://www.dawn.com/2007/12/20/top8.htm (Pakistan) Eight 'militants' arrested in Swat http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\12\20\story_20-12-2007_pg7_34 (Pakistan) Blast damages music shop -- in Chamkani http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\12\20\story_20-12-2007_pg7_35 Pakistan's atomic program still on: scientist http://www.outlookindia.com/pti_news.asp?id=528772 http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\12\20\story_20-12-2007_pg7_28 (Pakistan) US Embassy issues warning ahead of Eid, poll http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\12\20\story_20-12-2007_pg7_29 Indian PM warns of terrorist violence http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2007/12/20/indian_pm_warns_of_terrorist_violence/3232/ (India) Communist rebels pose single biggest threat to India, PM says http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/20/asia/AS-GEN-India-Communist-Rebels.php (India J&K) Hizbul Mujahideen vows end to random grenade attacks http://www.dawn.com/2007/12/20/top18.htm (India) Militants hurl grenade at ex-ULFA activist's house http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Militants_hurl_grenade_at_ex-ULFA_activists_house/articleshow/2637940.cms (U.S.) CIA agrees to cooperate with Hill's tapes probe http://www.newsweek.com/id/80996 (U.S.) White House reviewing terror risk insurance bill http://www.reuters.com/article/politicsNews/idUSN1962265420071219 (Saudi Arabia) Report: Fatwa against the dollar? Wahhabi establishment of Saudi Arabia seeks to undermine use of US dollar http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\12\20\story_20-12-2007_pg7_7 -- UK Telegraph: Fatwa against the dollar? http://blogs.telegraph.co.uk/business/ambrosevanspritchard/december07/fatwa.htm -- UK Telegraph: Clerics tell Saudi rulers to curb inflation http://www.telegraph.co.uk/money/main.jhtml?xml=/money/2007/12/17/cnsaudi117.xml -- Also: Fears of dollar collapse as Saudis take fright http://www.telegraph.co.uk/money/main.jhtml?xml=/money/2007/09/19/bcnsaudi119.xml Iran kills four leaders of Sunni rebel group Jundollah http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071220/ts_nm/iran_rebels_dc_2;_ylt=AumaWT8l8MmPbW4bW5kbTAxSw60A Iran's nuclear reactor not ready until end 2008: contractor http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071220/wl_afp/irannuclearpoliticsrussia_071220111407;_ylt=AsabsIhV.6TV7XzYCbWJtYFSw60A (Iran) Tehran, Moscow to further military cooperation http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1053115 (Russia) Putin denies link between Islam, terror http://www.khabrein.info/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=10194&Itemid=88 Iran: Top cleric says women without veils must die http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Religion/?id=1.0.1687095144 Syria contacted by nuclear black market http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071219/ap_on_re_mi_ea/syria_nuclear_1;_ylt=AvQd02sOQvXkx7XR60ppOUJSw60A (Gaza) Rocket fire from Gaza despite Hamas plea http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2007/12/20/rocket_fire_from_gaza_despite_hamas_plea/8535/ (Gaza) Middle East: Israeli raid in Gaza kills at least three http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1691181666 Hamas setting up West Bank takeover -- Terror group establishes 'military wing' in city long controlled by U.S. ally http://www.wnd.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=59299 'Israel almost unable to counter Kassam' http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1196847389509&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Somalia: Al-Qaeda cells operating inside the country http://oraclesyndicate.twoday.net/stories/4549434/ Nigeria: No Terrorists in Nigeria - Sultan Insists http://allafrica.com/stories/200712200002.html Kenyan Muslims deny Presidential candidate will implement Sharia http://www.christiantoday.com/article/kenyan.muslims.deny.presidential.candidate.will.implement.sharia/15700.htm (Canada) Ontario anti-terror officer investigated on leak allegations http://www.nationalpost.com/news/canada/story.html?id=184518 France holds 'al-Qaeda suspects' -- suspected of links to Al-Qaeda in Algeria (AQLIM) - part of eight arrested earlier this week http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/europe/7153475.stm http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1053156 http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1196847389095&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull http://www.expatica.com/fr/articles/news/Qaeda_linked-cell-arrested-in-France.html (France) Two explosions rock town on island of Corsica http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1053148 (Germany) Lebanese identifies self in video at failed German train bomb plot trial -- Yusef Mohammed al-Hajj Dib http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071219/wl_mideast_afp/germanylebanonattackstrial_071219183744;_ylt=Al6uHq3sZcD2xazokcUcR8HagGIB German prosecutors charge Moroccan with helping al-Qaida in Iraq -- "Abdelali M." arrested in Sweden http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/20/europe/EU-GEN-Germany-Terror-Suspect.php (Spain) "Guts and heart" of ETA jailed in mass trial -- Forty-seven collaborators given sentences totaling 500 years http://www.expatica.com/es/articles/news/_Guts-and-heart_-of-ETA-jailed-in-mass-trial.html UK: Freed Guantanamo man arrested at Spain's request -- Jordanian Jamiel Abdul Latif el-Banna faces terrorism charges in Spain http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1691180680 (UK) Wanted Guantanamo man granted bail in UK http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml;jsessionid=3SRMLVBYBICRJQFIQMFSFFOAVCBQ0IV0?xml=/news/2007/12/20/ngitmo320.xml http://business.timesonline.co.uk/tol/business/law/article3078351.ece (UK/Libya) Lockerbie bomber could return to Libya http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/theworld/2007/December/theworld_December683.xml§ion=theworld (Northern Ireland) Verdict due in Omagh bomb trial http://edition.cnn.com/2007/WORLD/europe/12/20/omagh.trial/ Kosovo: EU 'ready to play leading role' in independence drive http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Politics/?id=1.0.1691635435 UN gives up on a Kosovo solution http://www.iht.com/articles/2007/12/20/europe/kosovo.php Popular Resistance Committees terror group: Terror leader boastful after British government lists most popular baby names -- 'Muhammad boys' prove 'Islam will enter every house in Europe' http://www.wnd.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=59289 (Australia) Hicks 'was ready to die a martyr' -- called Bin Laden "lovely" http://www.theaustralian.news.com.au/story/0,25197,22957307-5001561,00.html (Australia) 'Jihad' bomb plotter's appeal dismissed by Australian court -- Faheem Khalid Lodhi sentenced to 20 years jail in August 2006 http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071220/wl_asia_afp/australiapakistanattacksjustice;_ylt=A0WTcU2lQWpHdM4ANSFvaA8F Sri Lanka military says kills 28 rebels http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/December/subcontinent_December671.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= Sri Lankan Air Force claims to have injured LTTE chief in an attack last month http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1053208 China and India launch anti-terrorism exercise http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071220/wl_nm/china_india_dc (Burma) Karen rebels kill 8 in Burma bus attack http://www.bangkokpost.com/breaking_news/previousdetail.php?id=124581 Other News: (U.S.) Spencer assesses the presidential candidates on jihad http://www.jihadwatch.org/archives/019231.php (India) Center issues ultimatum to Taslima Nasreen - India govt tells writer to live under govt security or leave country - writer withdrew comment some said were derogatory to Islam http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Centre_issues_ultimatum_to_Taslima_Nasreen/articleshow/2638318.cms http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/south_asia/7120473.stm Against Nazi: (Germany) American attacked in Germany by man who shouted 'Heil Hitler' http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/20/europe/EU-GEN-Germany-Attack.php http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1196847392580&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull December 19, 2007 PM Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com Al-Qaida offers 'interview' with No. 2 http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071219/ap_on_re_mi_ea/al_qaida_interview;_ylt=AqbYyXSqOyx7jZy7sutjH.us0NUE (Iraq) US Commander: Al-Qaida In Iraq Still Potent, But Violence Down http://www.nasdaq.com/aspxcontent/NewsStory.aspx?cpath=20071219%5cACQDJON200712191454DOWJONESDJONLINE000875.htm& Afghanistan holds four over missing German: report http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071219/wl_nm/afghan_germany_kidnap_dc;_ylt=ApHeYKHudHukdDy1RbWbafys0NUE Indian police raid terror training camp http://www.upi.com/International_Security/Emerging_Threats/Briefing/2007/12/19/indian_police_raid_terror_training_camp/6665/ (U.S.) Haitian acquitted in Liberty City 7 case faces deportation http://www.sun-sentinel.com/news/local/sfl-1219libertycity7,0,2740049.story?track=rss (U.S.) Report: Terrorists cannot train online http://www.upi.com/International_Security/Emerging_Threats/Briefing/2007/12/19/report_terrorists_cannot_train_online/1464/ (U.S.) Fact Sheet: Select Department of Homeland Security 2007 Achievements http://www.familysecuritymatters.org/homeland.php?id=1385878 Hamas Seeks Truce Talks With Israel http://www.wcsh6.com/news/national/article.aspx?storyid=76784 Israel Cool to Hamas Proxy Offer http://www.nytimes.com/2007/12/20/world/middleeast/20mideast.html Symposium: Holiday Jihad? http://frontpagemagazine.com/Articles/Read.aspx?GUID=8EAF007F-8FD8-4CD2-B77E-4D16B70A11DC (Columbia) FARC rebels say Betancourt poised for release http://www.euronews.net/index.php?article=460414&lng=1&option=1 Other News: (Commentary) Canada Bans Truth-Telling: "Stand By Steyn" - by Robert Spencer http://www.humanevents.com/article.php?id=24033 Canadian DisHonor Murder - by Robert Spencer http://frontpagemagazine.com/Articles/Read.aspx?GUID=107EB0F0-4C33-4971-BB38-F9946BD03260 December 19, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Iraq) Leading Iraqi academic figure shot dead outside Baghdad house http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1053004 (Iraq) Suicide bomber kills 11 in cafe in Diyala - on Tuesday http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1052927 (Iraq/Iran) U.S. frees Iranian prisoner held in Iraq http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071219/ts_nm/iraq_iran_prisoner_dc_1;_ylt=AvOgcB..EjND8mTHHDUPeadSw60A Iraq says Turkey raid an 'attack on sovereignty' http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071219/wl_mideast_afp/turkeyunrestkurdsiraq_071219121204;_ylt=Alg8rEnQpKlgoGDsxcuDDSJX6GMA (Iraq) Kurds: We will defend civilians http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/iraq;_ylt=Ak4LGlDEE2ie4UJpiOJKS4VX6GMA Turkish army deals 'heavy blow' to Kurd rebels http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/focusoniraq/2007/December/focusoniraq_December106.xml§ion=focusoniraq Afghan president calls for forgiveness of Taliban -- from God to mark the Eid al-Adha Muslim festival http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071219/ts_nm/afghan_taliban_eid_dc_1;_ylt=Au6VDlIBh16XE9U64O_GC2XOVooA (Afghanistan) President Karzai calls for 'terror' focus outside Afghanistan http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071219/wl_sthasia_afp/afghanistanunrestnatouspolitics_071219115710;_ylt=AsxBBXiyKSJuhl0Mjz4fn6TOVooA (Pakistan) Bomb kills 2 supporters of Pakistan ruling party's candidate in southwest -- in Dera Bugti http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/19/asia/AS-GEN-Pakistan-Bomb-Attack.php http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1052988 (Pakistan) Rashid Rauf may sneak into Afghanistan, Pak intelligence agencies http://www.outlookindia.com/pti_news.asp?id=528478 (Pakistan) Secret detention system in Pak exposed: paper http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/December/subcontinent_December638.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (Pakistan) Four soldiers go missing http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\12\19\story_19-12-2007_pg7_4 (Pakistan) $785 million US aid to Pakistan approved http://www.dawn.com/2007/12/19/top2.htm (India) 'LeT terrorists plan suicide attack on top UP politician' http://news.webindia123.com/news/Articles/India/20071219/851789.html (India J&K) Top Hizbul Mujahideen commander surrenders, deadly RDX seized in J&K http://news.webindia123.com/news/Articles/India/20071219/851971.html (U.S.) West Point Combating Terrorism Center: "The Sentinel" - Issue 1 http://ctc.usma.edu/sentinel/CTCSentinel-Vol1Iss1.pdf (U.S.) Judge orders hearing on CIA videos http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/cia_videotapes;_ylt=AhPZxi2aKn0w4GwwvTJTzqsTv5UB (Iran) Israeli ex-military intelligence chief: 'NIE will enable Iran to get nukes' http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1196847375831&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Gaza's Hamas rulers seek truce talks, as Israel pledges to strike militant leaders http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/19/africa/ME-GEN-Israel-Palestinians.php (Israel) Top Jihad terrorist nabbed near Jenin -- IDF says man tried to transport 400-kg bomb into Israeli city http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1196847382044&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Israel) IDF troops arrest 4 Palestinian terror suspects in West Bank http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1196847378464&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (North Africa) Al Qaeda in North Africa takes new tack amid losses http://www.latimes.com/news/printedition/asection/la-fg-algeria19dec19,1,5183410.story?coll=la-news-a_section Kenya deports British Muslim suspected of 'terrorism ties': group -- Ahmed Khalid Ibrahim aka Graham Andrew Adams http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071219/wl_uk_afp/kenyabritainattackssecuritydeport;_ylt=A0WTcU03_GhH6VMBAAFvaA8F http://www.dailymail.co.uk/pages/live/articles/news/worldnews.html?in_article_id=503269&in_page_id=1811&ito=newsnow Somali elder: Kidnapped French reporter said being 'treated well' http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/19/africa/AF-GEN-Somalia.php (France) Paris court convicts five former French Guantanamo inmates of terrorist links -- while acquitting a sixth man http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/19/europe/EU-GEN-France-Guantanamo-Trial.php Spain: Moroccan suspect of the Madrid train bombings to be accused http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1686886040 Spanish court sentences 46 Basque independence supporters for links to armed group ETA http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/19/europe/EU-GEN-Spain-Basque-Trial.php (Indonesia) Bali bombers' final appeal rejected http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,22950788-23109,00.html (Indonesia) Militant's lawyers try to halt Indonesia terror trial -- Abu Dujana, leader of Jemaah Islamiyah organization (JI) http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071219/wl_asia_afp/indonesiajusticeattacksjidujana (Thailand) Insurgents kill man, wound 2 soldiers -- in Pattani http://www.bangkokpost.com/breaking_news/breakingnews.php?id=124549 (Philippines) Man arrested with 'Christmas Day' bomb -- police arrested Egyptian man allegedly plotting a bomb attack on Christmas day - in Cotabato -- Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) booklet found in his room http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,22951357-1702,00.html Philippines: Six Muslim rebels killed in clashes with marines http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1686918610 (Sri Lanka) Suspected rebels bomb train in eastern Sri Lanka as fighting rages in north http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/19/asia/AS-GEN-Sri-Lanka-Civil-War.php (North Korea) US diplomat heads to North Korea http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071219/ap_on_re_as/koreas_nuclear_1;_ylt=AiERZiShBcQTOmroVXUPO_eCscEA (North Korea) UN concerned over North Korean rights abuses http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071219/ap_on_re_as/un_north_korea_rights_1;_ylt=Ar42_xn_rQ9kTOhxdTXLHSeCscEA (North Korea) Martyrdom awaits North Koreans on Christmas http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=59271 US urges Japan not to exit war on terror http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071219/ap_on_re_as/japan_us_naval_mission Other News: (U.S.) Islam: Bush sends Muslims Eid al-Adha greetings http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Religion/?id=1.0.1687350995 (U.S.) Bush Approves 'Significant' Nuclear Stockpile Reduction http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,317381,00.html (U.S.) Congress sends bill raising fuel efficiency standards to Bush http://www.cnn.com/2007/POLITICS/12/18/congress.energy.ap/index.html (Australia) Hundreds dispersed at Islamic school meeting http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,22951711-1702,00.html (Russia) Putin is Time magazine's "Person of the Year" http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071219/wl_nm/time_dc_1;_ylt=AsDruy_gQOA3upqe_mDLurB_5GIA http://www.time.com/time/specials/2007/personoftheyear/article/1,28804,1690753_1690757_1690766,00.html Russia threatens US missile shield -- Russia has threatened to target two proposed American bases in Europe with its nuclear missiles http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/12/18/wrussia118.xml UK and Islamic finance http://www.ft.com/cms/s/b7800bea-ad5f-11dc-9386-0000779fd2ac,Authorised=false.html?_i_location=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ft.com%2Fcms%2Fs%2F1%2Fb7800bea-ad5f-11dc-9386-0000779fd2ac.html&_i_referer= (UK) Farmers warned not to sell lambs to Muslims who want them for religious sacrifice http://www.dailymail.co.uk/pages/live/articles/news/news.html?in_article_id=503410&in_page_id=1770 (Sri Lanka) Pizza Hut introduces halal meat in Lanka for Muslims http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Top_Headlines/Pizza_Hut_introduces_halal_meat_in_Lanka_for_Muslims/articleshow/2633853.cms (Spain) Police carry out systematic harassment, say Muslims http://www.expatica.com/es/articles/news/Police-carry-out-systematic-harassment_-say-Muslims.html Against Nazi News: (Germany) Synagogue memorial in Berlin defaced http://www.expatica.com/de/articles/news/synagogue-memorial-defaced.html December 18, 2007 PM Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Pakistan) Report: Al Qaeda said to be pursuing nuclear weapon -- Bruce Riedel study says Al Qaeda goal to get Pakistan nuclear weapon - says militants want a revived Islamic caliphate from the ashes of broken Pakistan - report claims study at West Point Combating Terrorism Center journal "The Sentinel" http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\12\19\story_19-12-2007_pg7_43 http://ctc.usma.edu/default.asp (U.S.) Terrorism and the Times: What's Not Fit To Print -- by Steven Emerson http://www.investigativeproject.org/article/576 (U.S.) Bin Laden's driver to receive POW review -- military judge agreed to decide if Bin Laden's driver a POW under the Geneva Conventions http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071218/wl_nm/guantanamo_hamdan_dc_1;_ylt=AtQ236dftHJmt8RrBkAXnQsTv5UB (U.S.) 'American Taliban' Lindh asks Bush to reduce 20-year prison term http://www.newspress.com/Top/Article/article.jsp?Section=LOCAL&ID=565141679796388257 US military not told of Turkey bomb plan http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071218/ap_on_go_ca_st_pe/us_iraq_turkey (U.S.) Judge orders hearing on destroyed CIA videos http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071218/ts_nm/security_cia_interrogations_dc (U.S.) Congress eases access to gov't records http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071218/ap_on_go_co/freedom_of_information_11;_ylt=As2_i4Szn2C150Fii1Inil4Tv5UB (U.S.) Congress renews terror insurance act http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071218/ap_on_go_co/terrorism_insurance Pakistan quietly frees 100 men suspected of terrorism links http://www.iht.com/articles/2007/12/18/africa/pakistan.php (Pakistan) Forces foil suicide plot, seize explosives http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\12\19\story_19-12-2007_pg7_3 Lebanon charges al Qaeda cell in church bomb plot -- charged 31 al Qaeda-linked individuals on Tuesday for plotting to attack a church and other religious sites http://uk.reuters.com/article/worldNews/idUKL1880520071218 Egypt Frees 200 Jihad Prisoners http://www.thememriblog.org/blog_personal/en/4164.htm Egypt: Women of the Muslim Brotherhood rebel http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Politics/?id=1.0.1683938792 (UK) Longer sentences for al-Qaeda men - Court of Appeals finds original sentencing "unduly lenient": Younes Tsouli sentence increased to 10 years, Waseem Mughal sentence increased to 12 years, Tariq Al-Daour sentence increased to 10 years http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/7150641.stm Kosovo: 10,000 Serbs hold protest as independence looms http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1684186894 (Sri Lanka) Bomb explodes near train http://ukpress.google.com/article/ALeqM5h9zvq8RTFBqctuB5dC8l48W4HtQQ Colombian rebels to hand Chavez 3 hostages http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071218/wl_nm/colombia_hostages_dc Colombian hostage taken with Betancourt ordered freed: report http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071218/ts_afp/cubacolombiakidnaprebelsfrancebetancourt;_ylt=AkP3Ev02L9xBQlQMauVKZoqs0NUE December 18, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Iraq) Police targeted as bomb attacks kill six http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,22947439-1702,00.html (Iraq) Four Iraqis killed in car bombing in Baghdad -- booby-trapped car explodes near Iraqi Ministry of Industry -- another car bomb in Baquaba kills one Iraqi policeman, wounds 7 http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1052855 (Iraq) American forces discover underground network of Qaeda hideouts in Iraq http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1052716 (Iraq) Baghdad bolsters security before holiday -- Eid al-Adha holiday that begins Wednesday http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071218/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq_security_1;_ylt=AhL9Doe1OFRAph8leRUWP6BX6GMA (Iraq) Turkish troops enter northern Iraq: Kurdish official http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071218/wl_afp/turkeyunrestkurdsiraq_071218131056;_ylt=Al5NhsiSzzM00sj3CRggEHNX6GMA Turkish army sends soldiers into Iraq - 300 troops 1.5 miles into Iraq in overnight operation http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071218/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq;_ylt=AuH2yfKGIYqmp1f8tyTkPgqs0NUE (Afghanistan) 15 guards, several Taliban killed in Afghanistan: officials http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071218/wl_sthasia_afp/afghanistanunrest_071218123018;_ylt=ArxupEooRn503Ik..JzGk9jOVooA (Afghanistan) Taliban leader Mullah Omar vows to fight on http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,22946466-23109,00.html (Afghanistan) Taliban leader taunts NATO http://africa.reuters.com/world/news/usnISL166645.html (Pakistan) Two police officers charged in Briton's escape: Pakistan police -- Rashid Rauf suspect in transatlantic jet plot to attack USA http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071218/wl_sthasia_afp/pakistanbritainattacksescape_071218091132;_ylt=AiTyMkagsnhaDmSvMBwCCBXzPukA (Pakistan) 'Rashid Rauf escaped with his uncle' http://www.dawn.com/2007/12/18/top5.htm (Pakistan) Heathrow bomb suspect on the run http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/middle_east/article3060033.ece (Pakistan) Suspected militants kidnap four govt officials in Pakistan http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1052854 (Pakistan) Al-Qaeda plays dealbreaker in Pakistan http://www.atimes.com/atimes/South_Asia/IL19Df03.html (Pakistan) Bin Laden not in Pakistan, say pro-Taliban militants http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1682479703 (Pakistan) Fugitive cleric says militants joining forces, would welcome bin Laden -- follow-up story on Faqir Mohammed and Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan group http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/18/asia/AS-GEN-Pakistan-Militants.php (Pakistan) 30 suspected pro-Taliban militants arrested in Swat http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\12\18\story_18-12-2007_pg7_4 (Pakistan) Waziristan militants announce Eid ceasefire http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\12\18\story_18-12-2007_pg7_5 (Pakistan) 5 injured in Parachinar clashes http://www.dawn.com/2007/12/18/top17.htm (Pakistan) Extremist group operates openly in Pakistan -- Jamaat ud-Dawa is listed as a charity, but the U.S. say it trains terrorists (formerly known as Lashkar-e-Taiba) http://www.latimes.com/news/printedition/front/la-fg-lashkar18dec18,1,1212138.story?track=rss&ctrack=1&cset=true (India) Gunfight between insurgents and securitymen in Manipur http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Gunfight_between_insurgents_and_securitymen_in_Manipur/articleshow/2632115.cms (India J&K) Jihad Council fine with Ireland model for J&K http://www.thestatesman.net/page.news.php?clid=2&theme=&usrsess=1&id=180984 (India) College dropout to terror mastermind -- Sheikh Faisal - key member of the Lashkar-e-Tayyeba, a Pakistan-based terror outfit http://www.hindustantimes.com/storypage/storypage.aspx?id=c96d9403-5af1-4dc5-bacd-cb1486f19db2&MatchID1=4576&TeamID1=8&TeamID2=2&MatchType1=1&SeriesID1=1147&PrimaryID=4576&Headline=College+dropout+to+terror+mastermind (Al Qaeda) FBI, CIA Debate Significance of Terror Suspect Abu Zubaida -- Agencies Also Disagree On Interrogation Methods http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/12/17/AR2007121702151.html?sub=AR http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/22288742/ (Al Qaeda) Al-Zawahiri in Two Recent Messages: 'Iran Stabbed a Knife into the Back of the Islamic Nation;' Urges Hamas to Declare Commitment to Restoring the Caliphate http://memri.org/bin/latestnews.cgi?ID=SD178707 (Al Qaeda) Zawahri Wants Your Questions Online http://blogs.abcnews.com/theblotter/2007/12/al-qaedas-no-2.html http://washingtontimes.com/article/20071218/FOREIGN/291434470/1003 (U.S.) NY court won't reconsider LA airport bomb conspiracy conviction -- Millenium terror bomber Ahmed Ressam http://www.newsday.com/news/local/wire/newyork/ny-bc-ny--millenniumterror1217dec17,0,4017461.story (U.S.) Ex-CAIR Member Takes on Free Speech - article by Investigative Project http://www.investigativeproject.org/article/572 (U.S.) Surveillance bill delayed until 2008 http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071218/ap_on_go_co/terrorist_surveillance_8;_ylt=ApvP_WZF.zqDINk59C5eXT4Tv5UB Iran sees Bushehr nuclear plant at full capacity in one year: official -- after passing a "critical stage" with the delivery of fuel from Russia http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071218/wl_afp/irannuclearpoliticsrussia_071218114755;_ylt=Aos97n2aAlVdz7Yy396lzlxSw60A (Iran) Bush supports Russia sending enriched uranium to Iran http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071217/pl_nm/iran_russia_bush_dc_3;_ylt=AsdzEbH.80PabQPJZyzSNmhSw60A Iran says U.S. report a "declaration of surrender" http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071216/pl_nm/iran_nuclear_ahmadinejad_dc_1;_ylt=AjDlVe1rpcumu3itkj4ZC.9Sw60A Lebanon sentences two over Germany bomb plot -- for failed attempt to bomb German trains - Jihad Hamad sentenced to 12 years, Youssef al-Haj Deeb gets life (in absenstia), 3 other defendants acquitted http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071218/wl_nm/germany_plot_lebanon_dc_2;_ylt=AmceHeRI4fSM.iB5BRP8RNzagGIB http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071218/ap_on_re_mi_ea/lebanon_terror_trial_2;_ylt=Ai2tGIAZrjljPT6a8ISEe7ATv5UB (Lebanon) Jihad Hamad's lawyer says he will appeal if sentence is high -- vowed to appeal if sentence was not 3 to 5 years http://news.monstersandcritics.com/europe/news/article_1381693.php/Jihad_Hamads_lawyer_says_he_will_appeal_if_sentence_is_high (Gaza) 12 dead after Israeli strikes Gaza -- update http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2007/12/18/12_dead_after_israeli_strikes_gaza/1497/ (Gaza) 'Islamic Jihad may respond to strikes' http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1196847371562&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Gaza) Islamic Jihad: We will carry out suicide attacks on Gaza periphery towns http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1196847369602&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Gaza) More than 10,000 Palestinians attend militant's Gaza funeral http://en.rian.ru/world/20071218/93022272.html (West Bank) '16 Hamas operatives were arrested by PA security forces' http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1196847371568&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Rand: Evidence about the Link Between Education, Poverty and Terrorism among Palestinians -- higher education and standard of living are positively associated with participation in Hamas or PIJ and with becoming a suicide bomber http://www.bepress.com/peps/vol13/iss1/2/ (Israel) Middle East Quartet condemns Kassam rocket attacks - against Israeli towns http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1196847372302&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Saudi Arabia) Terror in disfavor in Saudi poll http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2007/12/18/terror_in_disfavor_in_saudi_poll/1657/ Algerian terror group targeting institutions: report http://news.monstersandcritics.com/africa/news/article_1381890.php/Algerian_terror_group_targeting_institutions_report Kenyan police arrest British Muslim in grenade probe -- Ahmed Khalid Ibrahim aka Graham Andrew Adams http://africa.reuters.com/top/news/usnBAN850879.html Kenya anti-terror squad allow visit to detained British national http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071218/wl_uk_afp/kenyabritainattackssecuritytrial_071218122409;_ylt=Akt_QAY.kAmvqRudangtgDwTv5UB Nigeria's main militant group urges faction to unite and cripple oil industry http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/17/africa/AF-GEN-Nigeria-Oil-Unrest.php Sudan: Gunmen Attack AU Peacekeepers http://allafrica.com/stories/200712180006.html (Russia) Chechnya: Roadside bomb kills prison guard in Grozny -police http://www.reuters.com/article/latestCrisis/idUSL18400376 http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/18/europe/EU-GEN-Russia-Caucasus-Violence.php Russia threatens US missile shield -- Russia has threatened to target two proposed American bases in Europe with its nuclear missiles http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/12/18/wrussia118.xml (Canada) Somali drug khat may fund terrorism http://www.nationalpost.com/news/canada/story.html?id=175143 (UK) Counter-terror police examine DVD -- available in West Yorkshire which uses images of a young girl and appears to glorify suicide bombings http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/england/bradford/7149902.stm http://www.dailymail.co.uk/pages/live/articles/news/news.html?in_article_id=503195&in_page_id=1770 (Germany) Bomb Plot Trial Begins in Germany as Two Sentenced in Beirut -- Youssef Mohammed E.H. trial in Germany as co-conspirator in failed German train bombing http://www.dw-world.de/dw/article/0,2144,3009571,00.html (Italy) Vatican: 'Not worried' about al-Zawahiri video http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Religion/?id=1.0.1682719263 (France) Bomb destroys Corsican tax office http://www.expatica.com/fr/articles/news/Bomb-destroys-Corsican-tax-office.html (Thailand) 4 village militiamen killed in South, one wounded -- two soldiers wounded in Yala's Muang district http://www.reuters.com/article/newsMaps/idUSBKK15572220071218 (Thailand) Suspected insurgents behead village chief, kill 3 guards in restive southern Thailand http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/18/asia/AS-GEN-Thailand-Southern-Violence.php (Philippines) Marines kill 2 Abu Sayyaf militants on southern Philippine island http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/18/asia/AS-GEN-Philippines-Abu-Sayyaf.php (Sri Lanka) Military says 13 rebels, 2 soldiers killed in Sri Lanka fighting; rebels say 5 troops dead http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/18/asia/AS-GEN-Sri-Lanka-Civil-War.php (North Korea) US Aides: N Korea Holding Back On Nuclear Program Data - WP http://www.nasdaq.com/aspxcontent/NewsStory.aspx?cpath=20071215%5cACQDJON200712150304DOWJONESDJONLINE000013.htm& (Columbia) In Colombia, Hostage's Letter Hits Home http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/story/2007/12/17/ST2007121702198.html?hpid=moreheadlines http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/22307421/ Other News: Iran: Internet Cafes Shut Down In Drive Against Un-Islamic Behavior http://www.rferl.org/featuresarticle/2007/12/d08d2c1a-1569-4361-a2f8-ebd3c8df6789.html Spain expects to invest $17b. in Libya following Gaddafi visit http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1196847370874&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (U.S.) Minnesota: 'Mosque' uncovered on college campus -- 'For all practical purposes, this is essentially a Muslim prayer room' http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=59245 Netherlands: Imam retracts accusations http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/12/netherlands-imam-retracts-accusations.html Netherlands: Female patients have right to refuse male doctor http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/12/netherlands-female-patients-have-right.html Islamic Integration: UK vs. US http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/12/uk-vs-us.html http://www.guardian.co.uk/usa/story/0,,2228970,00.html Against Nazi News: Habermann painting stolen by Nazis returned http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/12/18/npainting118.xml (Spain) "Anti-fascists" defy neo-Nazis on Spanish streets http://www.expatica.com/es/life_in/feature/anti-fascists-defy-neo-nazis-on-spanish-streets-47006.html December 17, 2007 PM Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (U.S.) Third man pleads guilty in homegrown terror case http://www.ksby.com/global/story.asp?s=7508780 (Iraq) Dozens killed in bomb, shooting attacks (updated) - 46 killed, 37 injured - Mosul, Diyala http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,22941665-38201,00.html Turkish air strikes targeted 9 camps and 3,500 armed PKK terrorists http://www.hurriyet.com.tr/english/7882857.asp?gid=74&sz=15483 (Turkey) Report: U.S. Helps Turkey Hit Rebel Kurds In Iraq http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/12/17/AR2007121702150.html (Afghanistan) Coalition confirms killing two senior Taliban commanders in Musa Qala - Mullah Faizullah was "shadow governor" of Helmand http://www.afgha.com/?q=node/5352 (Afghanistan) Ammo seized in raid on napping Taliban fighters http://www.ctv.ca/servlet/ArticleNews/story/CTVNews/20071217/afghan_sweep_071217/20071217?hub=World (Pakistan) One killed, nine injured in blast in Quetta http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/World/Pakistan/One_killed_nine_injured_in_blast_in_Quetta/rssarticleshow/2629571.cms (India) Threat to blow up airports on January 12 - E-mail threat sent to Air India http://www.thehindu.com/2007/12/18/stories/2007121855271000.htm (India) College dropout to terror mastermind - Sheikh Faisal of LeT on trial for leading Mumbai train bombings, killing 187 http://www.hindustantimes.com/storypage/storypage.aspx?id=c96d9403-5af1-4dc5-bacd-cb1486f19db2&&Headline=College+dropout+to+terror+mastermind Iran making push into Nicaragua - Iran and Venezuela financing major construction, raising questions on intent http://www.mysanantonio.com/news/metro/stories/MYSA121607.01A.Nicaragua.297e041.html Hamas-Run Gaza Will See Little of Aid - Hamas angry at $7.4 billion aid promised to Palestinians http://ap.google.com/article/ALeqM5ipgKx75hlmAeo-4hZG-ZWxV2hxcQD8TJG22G0 Fatah armed wing in Nablus freeze attacks against Israel http://news.monstersandcritics.com/middleeast/news/article_1381732.php/Fatah_armed_wing_in_Nablus_freeze_attacks_against_Israel Israel kills top Gaza militant and five others dead - Top bombmaker and senior Islamic Jihad commander killed http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/israel_palestinians_violence_dc;_ylt=Apk18jUf4k18UIo4PnQD.JKs0NUE (Israel) Official: No 'smoking gun' on Iran - Official says Israel can't force US to reassess NIE http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1196847366234&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Islamic Jihad vows to avenge killing of top commander http://www.haaretz.com/hasen/spages/935514.html 'Egyptians help Hamas cross into Gaza' - Israel sending videos of Egyptian police helping Palestinian terrorists enter Gaza http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1196847366227&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Egypt) Muslim Brotherhood Leader Sheikh Mahdi 'Akef: We Are Ready to Send 10,000 Men to Palestine http://www.memri.org/bin/opener_latest.cgi?ID=SD178607 Somalia mortar attacks kill 12, including mother and 3 children http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1196847364908&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (FARC) Former Guerrilla Troops: Venezuela is "the drug shelter" for the FARC http://english.eluniversal.com/2007/12/17/en_pol_art_former-guerrilla-tro_17A1264297.shtml (North Korea) Report: Experts begin removing fuel rods from N. Korea facility http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1196847362125&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull December 17, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Iraq) Two killed, 15 wounded in Baghdad bomb attacks http://news.xinhuanet.com/english/2007-12/17/content_7268627.htm Iraqi tribesmen kill 22 Al-Qaeda terrorists - in Diyala on Sunday http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1052404 Iraq seeks 'coordination' in Turkish PKK strikes http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/focusoniraq/2007/December/focusoniraq_December95.xml§ion=focusoniraq Iraq: US denies backing Turkish air strikes on terrorist targets http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1678312543 Iraq: British 'fleeing' claims al-Qaeda -- Al Zawahiri video http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1678520501 (Al Qaeda) Al-Zawahiri warns of traitors in Iraq -- new Zawahiri video http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071217/ap_on_re_mi_ea/al_qaida_video_9;_ylt=Alr0yFT9LTx.Ovd0xoJsXLsTv5UB (Afghanistan) Taliban suspected in two Afghan bombings http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2007/12/17/taliban_suspected_in_two_afghan_bombings/7168/ (Afghanistan) Six civilians, 20 Taliban killed in latest Afghan violence http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/December/subcontinent_December576.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (Afghanistan) Civilians among more than 30 killed in Afghan unrest: officials http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071217/wl_sthasia_afp/afghanistanunrest_071217124003;_ylt=ArHWlJB7uXztB_6ONOFTCzXOVooA Afghan forces kill civilian at Kabul airport -- refused to listen to demands to stop - feared to be suicide bomber http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/December/subcontinent_December575.xml§ion=subcontinent (Afghanistan) US orders review of mission in Afghanistan: report -- amid fears Taliban and Al-Qaeda forces are gaining ground http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071217/wl_sthasia_afp/usafghanistanunrestnato_071217081807;_ylt=ApCbU0Q9DvfgQ0s0r_yZ9G7OVooA (Afghanistan) Allies losing Afghanistan war, Australian minister warns: report http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071217/wl_sthasia_afp/australianatoafghanistanmilitary_071217081358;_ylt=AtNb016MtdVWpXgxkltS47_OVooA (Afghanistan) German couple kidnapped http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1052563 (Pakistan) Suicide bomber kills 10 Pakistani military recruits -- in town of Kohat http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071217/ts_nm/pakistan_violence_monday_dc_5;_ylt=AheFjOOSyPG5MClBd_SleNTzPukA Pakistani forces arrest 17 militants in Swat http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1052509 Pakistan: Osama may be hiding in border area http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1678312584 (Pakistan) Bomb plot suspect 'escaped while praying' -- Rashid Rauf, suspected in massive transatlantic plot to attack US http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/12/17/wpak217.xml (India) Seven killed in rebel attack in Northeast India - in Manipur http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1052533 India: More than 300 prisoners escape from prison including Maoist rebels http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1678504187 Iran leader: New UN sanctions unlikely http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071217/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iran_nuclear_2;_ylt=ApDTJA2L3drGUQIUHSbKhWpSw60A (Iran) Russia starts nuclear deliveries to Iran http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071217/ts_afp/irannuclearrussiabushehr_071217130345;_ylt=Avsq3gxh14l9BG2ISR6aGHRSw60A (Iran) Two Iranian feminists charged with terrorism: judge http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071216/wl_mideast_afp/iranwomenrightskurds_071216213447;_ylt=AgVRk48C_AbPEt3YBXOcAJoTv5UB Lebanon presidential vote postponed for ninth time: official http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071217/wl_afp/lebanonvotepospone_071217115253;_ylt=Alep4YRpEePVSxZ3WfrVR1LagGIB (Palestinian Authority) Abbas tells donors that aid will also be used in Gaza http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/December/middleeast_December264.xml§ion=middleeast&col= (Palestinian Territories) France: Donors pledge billions of dollars to Palestinians http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Politics/?id=1.0.1678429252 (Gaza) Report: U.S. funded Hamas university -- Audit reveals funds sent to school terrorists boast is used for jihad http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=59230 (Gaza) Hamas warns Israel of 'surprises' -- if offensive in Gaza Strip http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2007/12/17/hamas_warns_israel_of_surprises/1892/ Egypt drops terrorism, money laundering charges against Muslim Brotherhood -- 40 senior members of Muslim Brotherhood were arrested a year ago http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1196847353401&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Egyptian Muslims attack Christian-owned shops http://www.dailystaregypt.com/article.aspx?ArticleID=10915 Yemen Says Foils Al-Qaida Suicide Attack - AFP http://www.nasdaq.com/aspxcontent/NewsStory.aspx?cpath=20071217\ACQDJON200712170508DOWJONESDJONLINE000134.htm&selected=9999&selecteddisplaysymbol=9999&StoryTargetFrame=_top&mkt=WORLD&chk=unchecked&lang=&link=&headlinereturnpage=http://www.international.na (Yemen) Security forces arrest two suspected al-Qaeda elements in Sana'a http://www.sabanews.net/en/news143559.htm (Algeria) Baghdad told Algeria about Al-Qaeda suicide attacks : reports http://www.ech-chorouk.com/english/modules.php?name=News&file=article&sid=8509 (Somalia) French journalist kidnapped in Somalia http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/theworld/2007/December/theworld_December577.xml§ion=theworld Denmark: Ties to Spanish terrorist cell http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/12/denmark-ties-to-spanish-terrorist-cell.html (UK/Pakistan) AQ Khan investigator being probed http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\12\17\story_17-12-2007_pg1_5 Northern Ireland: Verdict due in Omagh bomb trial http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/northern_ireland/7148006.stm (Indonesia) Top Indonesian Islamic militant goes on trial -- Zarkasih - self-confessed head of Southeast Asian militant group Jemaah Islamiah (JI) http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071217/ts_nm/indonesia_militant_dc (Sri Lanka) Report: Tiger leader injured in attack http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2007/12/16/report_tiger_leader_injured_in_attack/1664/ Other News: (UK) Reality television lifts veil on life as a temporary Muslim http://www.yorkshirepost.co.uk/news/Reality-television-lifts-veil-on.3594052.jp (Saudi Arabia) Report: King pardons rape victim - rape victim was sentenced to 200 lashes http://www.cnn.com/2007/WORLD/meast/12/17/saudi.rape/index.html December 16, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Al Qaeda) "A Review of Events" – The Fourth As-Sahab Interview with Dr. Ayman Al-Zawahiri: SITE Institute http://siteinstitute.org/bin/articles.cgi?ID=publications333907&Category=publications&Subcategory=0 (Pakistan) London plot suspect escapes in Pakistan -- Rashid Rauf, believed ringleader of London plot to attack USA with jets, escapes from Pakistani custody http://www.canada.com/ottawacitizen/news/story.html?id=5ef6ee84-2b4e-453b-b729-eed040ed5916&k=67580 (Pakistan) Musharraf red-faced as suspect flees http://www.theaustralian.news.com.au/story/0,25197,22933630-601,00.html (Pakistan) Militants behead Pakistani soldier: officials http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?col=§ion=subcontinent&xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/December/subcontinent_December546.xml (Pakistan) Pakistani leader ends state of emergency http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071215/ap_on_re_as/pakistan (Afghanistan) Inside the Taliban's fallen town of fear http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/asia/article3056684.ece Afghan army kills 4 Taliban near captured town http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071216/wl_nm/afghan_violence_dc;_ylt=AsVj7fRz2C4LrwsJ.MmyDKas0NUE (Iraq) Update: Iraqi Police, US-Backed Patrols Attacked http://ap.google.com/article/ALeqM5gkx-3oYeFwuWKCusr2jrojs98w8wD8TI2BJG0 (Iraq) Military chaplain brings Mass, sacraments to troops in heart of war torn Iraq - U.S. military priest reports from battlefield http://catholicherald.com/albertson/military.html (Iraq) British hand over Basra to Iraqi control and British handover won't affect Basra much http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071216/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq;_ylt=AuwzflVvpCkpwn_XTXJTrIms0NUE http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071215/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq_turning_over_basra (Turkey/PKK) Jet fighters destroy PKK HQs in N. Iraq http://www.todayszaman.com/tz-web/detaylar.do?load=detay&link=129546 Turkish planes hit rebel targets in Iraq http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071216/ap_on_re_mi_ea/turkey_iraq_kurds;_ylt=AsfIeQgthTHKZ1vMUUM8i0is0NUE (Turkey) More than 20 Turkish planes in Iraq strike: reports http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071216/ts_afp/turkeykurdsunrestiraqwarplanes_071216103847 (Iran) Israel: US report on Iran may spark war http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071215/ap_on_re_mi_ea/israel_us_iran (Iran) Police kill 12 suspected of terror acts in Iran http://www.hindu.com/thehindu/holnus/003200712131542.htm Lebanese faces trial for German train bomb attempt http://www.gulfnews.com/region/Lebanon/10175211.html Gaza Strip: Four Hamas men wounded as Egypt locates two tunnels http://www.albawaba.com/en/news/220067 Azerbaijan: Western Secrets Sent to Iran http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/12/15/AR2007121502275.html (Spain) ETA bomb explodes in northern Spain, no injuries: police http://rds.yahoo.com/_ylt=A0WTTko8PWVHAvQALA7QtDMD;_ylu=X3oDMTBjMHZkMjZyBHBvcwMxBHNlYwNzcg--/SIG=12cljk100/EXP=1197903548/**http%3a//news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071216/wl_nm/spain_eta_dc_1 Philippines says kills top Abu Sayyaf militant http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/theworld/2007/December/theworld_December553.xml§ion=theworld (Gaza) Hamas militants seize Fatah official visiting Gaza home http://www.taipeitimes.com/News/front/archives/2007/12/16/2003392730 (Nigeria) Nigerian gunmen abduct electoral chief: police http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071215/wl_africa_afp/nigeriaunrestoilkidnap;_ylt=ApwMfJ9FsroevMwb9wXoH9lvaA8F (Algeria) Algeria-bound ferry evacuated after bomb alert http://www.reuters.com/article/topNews/idUSL1545381420071215 (Sri Lanka) Update: 28 LTTE rebels killed in fresh clashes http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/World/28_LTTE_rebels_killed_in_fresh_clashes_in_Sri_Lanka/articleshow/2624621.cms December 15, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Iraq) Synchronized bombings in Baghdad kill 2 -- northern and central Iraq Friday raids, US forces detain 18, kill 4 Al Qaeda suspects http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071215/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq_violence_1;_ylt=AiVqcoWyQO3s6TxunL7X.KlX6GMA (Iraq) Militants strike Baghdad neighborhood patrols -- killing 3, wounding 17 http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071215/ts_nm/iraq2_dc_1;_ylt=AixsHYyTyKFP1nhjLrAVRHJX6GMA (Iraq) Bomb explosion wounds eight anti-al-Qaida group members in Baghdad http://news.xinhuanet.com/english/2007-12/15/content_7255037.htm (Iraq) US military says a soldier was killed by gunfire in northwestern Iraq http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/15/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq-US-Casualties.php (Iraq) Arrested in Kirkuk a gang specialized in kidnapping Christian doctors -- say "according to sharia taking money from a Christian is legitimate" http://www.asianews.it/index.php?l=en&art=11038&size Iraqi Kurds: No Kurdish state but long term presence of US http://www.thenewanatolian.com/tna-30099.html (Afghanistan) Bombings, unrest kill 14 in Afghanistan -- Taliban car bomb near Kabul police station kills 5 -- other violence includes: 3 Afghan soldiers killed in Balkh, 3 Taliban killed while planting bomb in Paktika, and 5 killed in Paktia in Taliban ambush http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071215/wl_sthasia_afp/afghanistanunrest_071215105405;_ylt=Aq8mlmm.nKsahMHA0oiuTszOVooA http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071215/ts_afp/afghanistanunrestkabul_071215092647;_ylt=ArNswaw53WY81k.H04RRdE7OVooA (Afghanistan) Troops on patrol in former Taliban town (Musa Qala) in hopes of preventing another takeover http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/15/asia/AS-GEN-Afghan-Musa-Qala.php http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/asia/article3054466.ece (Pakistan) At least five dead in Pakistan suicide bombing: army -- bicycle bomber attacks near army facility in Nowshera http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071215/wl_sthasia_afp/pakistanunrestnorthwest_071215123843;_ylt=ApLYwHDGHLiCuTK.ZTwQNf3zPukA (Pakistan) Militants attack security forces convoy in Waziristan, no casualties -- Till area http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1052061 (Pakistan) 14 militants including Fazlullah's aide held http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\12\15\story_15-12-2007_pg7_1 (Pakistan) Centralized Taliban organization set up -- in Pakistan's NWFP -- named movement "Tehrik Taliban-i-Pakistan" for enforcement of Shariah and for joint war against US and NATO forces in Afghanistan -- appointed Baitullah Mehsud as their Central Amir http://www.dawn.com/2007/12/15/top7.htm http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\12\15\story_15-12-2007_pg7_7 (Pakistan) 2 Khyber tribes bar women from voting http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\12\15\story_15-12-2007_pg1_4 (Pakistan) US helping Pakistan secure restive regions: Pentagon http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/World/The_United_States/US_helping_Pak_secure_restive_regions_Pentagon/rssarticleshow/2624720.cms (Pakistan) Musharraf lifts emergency rule in Pakistan http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071215/wl_sthasia_afp/pakistanpolitics_071215123448;_ylt=AolbRHkGsXzVGepErP0zQUXzPukA (Pakistan) A Conversation With Pervez Musharraf http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/12/14/AR2007121401229.html?hpid=opinionsbox1 (Pakistan) US aid to Pakistan to become conditional, but no financial cuts http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\12\15\story_15-12-2007_pg7_49 (Pakistan) Politics not to affect missiles sale to Pakistan: US firm -- to provide Pakistan with 700 air-to-air missiles http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/World/Pakistan/Politics_not_to_affect_missiles_sale_to_Pakistan_US_firm/articleshow/2624532.cms (India J&K) Three Army personnel injured in blast in J&K -- in Sopore area http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Top_Headlines/Three_Army_personnel_injured_in_blast_in_JK/articleshow/2624535.cms (India) Militants becoming unpopular in Manipur http://news.webindia123.com/news/Articles/India/20071215/849347.html (India Assam) ISI's Assam top leader arrested http://news.webindia123.com/news/Articles/India/20071215/849341.html http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Suspected_key_ISI_man_held_in_Assam/articleshow/2624749.cms (U.S.) California: Ex-convicts admit planning terror attack http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071215/ap_on_re_us/terrorism_probe_2;_ylt=AnzTj5r2X8tI_iEgr6Dd6UoTv5UB http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/22266418/ -- updated AP story on Kevin James and Jamiyyat Ul-Islam Is-Saheeh Jihadist prison gang http://www.signonsandiego.com/news/state/20071214-0709-ca-terrorismprobe.html (U.S.) Man in N.Y. terror case gets less time - judge reduces sentence from 10 years to 9 years for one of Lackawanna Six, Yahya Goba, for cooperation http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071215/ap_on_re_us/lackawanna_terrorism_case_1;_ylt=Av65x_FAy7MuRUDlg.ch4_UTv5UB (U.S.) Terror insurance renewal seen via Senate bill http://www.reuters.com/article/politicsNews/idUSN1431284420071214 (U.S.) Ex-worker: Air firm aided CIA renditions http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071215/ap_on_re_us/boeing_cia_suit (U.S.) Attorney general won't share info from CIA tapes inquiry http://www.cnn.com/2007/POLITICS/12/14/mukasey.cia.tapes/index.html (U.S.) Bush threatens to veto anti-torture Bill - that bans the CIA from using harsh interrogation methods http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/12/15/wbush115.xml (Iran/Germany) 'Germany expelled Iranian who sought to buy parts for nuke program' -- story references a "Mohraramali D" http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1196847345390&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Translated Der Spiegel page - http://world.altavista.com/babelfish/trurl_pagecontent?lp=de_en&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.spiegel.de%2Fpolitik%2Fdeutschland%2F0%2C1518%2C523529%2C00.html Original story (in German) http://www.spiegel.de/politik/deutschland/0,1518,523529,00.html (Iran) EU to support further Iran sanctions http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1196847343017&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Iran/Iraq) U.S. and Iranians postpone talks on Iraqi violence http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071214/pl_nm/iraq_iran_dc_1;_ylt=AjPzbw3fAIdwu9WjzbmQyyJSw60A (Lebanon) Western powers press Lebanon to fill vacant presidency http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071215/wl_afp/lebanonvote_071215124359;_ylt=Al_RKgZVeCt942Q7_h6ftL_agGIB (Hamas) Celebrating anniversary, Hamas warns of Intifada http://africa.reuters.com/world/news/usnL15260280.html (Gaza) Hamas Threatening to Harm Kidnapped Soldier If Israel Invades Gaza http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,316844,00.html (West Bank) Israel releases Hamas-linked mayor http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/December/middleeast_December230.xml§ion=middleeast&col= PFLP urges Fatah to talk with Hamas http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1196847342072&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull US to pledge $500 million to PA http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?c=JPArticle&cid=1196847342679&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Somalia) Bomb wounds 12 soldiers near Somali parliament -- two people were killed in violence in Mogadishu on Saturday http://africa.reuters.com/wire/news/usnL15001543.html Kenyan police probe 'terror suspects' over arms trafficking -- update on Kenya raids on Friday - 32 arrested http://www.afriquenligne.fr/news/daily-news/kenyan-police-probe-'terror-suspects'-over-arms-trafficking-2007121413445/ Algiers bomber's family blames 'ignorance' -- says poverty not factor -- two of Bechla Rabah's sons were members of the Islamic Armed Group http://africa.reuters.com/wire/news/usnL15330517.html (Algeria) UN raises toll in Algeria bombing to 17 dead http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/14/news/UN-GEN-UN-Algeria-Bombing.php http://www.bangkokpost.com/breaking_news/breaking_previous.php# (Tunisia) 4 Tunisians convicted on terrorism charges for trying to join insurgency in Iraq http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/14/africa/AF-GEN-Tunisia-Terror-Trial.php Nigeria: Ten Killed, Three Churches Set Ablaze In Bauchi http://www.compassdirect.org/en/display.php?page=lead&lang=en&length=long&idelement=&backpage=&critere=&countryname=&rowcur= Azerbaijan: 15 convicted of ties with Iranian agents passed Israeli secrets http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1196847345681&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Canada) Last-ditch effort underway to derail suspect's terror charges -- Momin Khawaja seeks leave to appeal to the Supreme Court of Canada http://www.canada.com/topics/news/national/story.html?id=54fddb63-c2d6-46a3-9254-3b037204664a&k=31886 German Anti-Terrorism Forces Go Online Looking for Extremists - updated report http://news.softpedia.com/news/German-Anti-Terrorism-Forces-Go-Online-Looking-For-Extremists-73932.shtml (UK) Scotland: Anti-terrorism operation launched -- in Glasgow -- random searches to make railways a "difficult target" for terrorists -- criticized by Muslim Council of Scotland http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/scotland/glasgow_and_west/7072882.stm (UK) Terrorism accused thought camp trips 'harmless fun'-- Kader Ahmed reported to have attended paramilitary training camps around the UK http://thescotsman.scotsman.com/uk?articleid=3593626 (UK) Muslim bookshop considering legal action against think tank http://www.ealingtimes.co.uk/news/asianspotlight/spotlight/display.var.1904043.0.muslim_bookshop_considering_legal_action_against_think_tank.php (Spain) EU court partially accepts ETA's Batasuna outlawing appeal http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=81&story_id=46944 Italy: Knights of Malta rejects alleged link to military action -- responding to Islamist websites urging jihadists to carry out attack on embassy in Egypt http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Religion/?id=1.0.1670211157 Romania won't recognize unilateral Kosovar independence http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/14/europe/EU-POL-EU-Summit-Romania.php (Indonesia) Radical cleric Bashir visits Bali bombers http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,22931396-1702,00.html (Indonesia) Bashir: 'Disaster' if Bali bombers executed http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,22929770-23109,00.html (Philippines) Bomb hurled at Cotabato polling place fails to explode http://newsinfo.inquirer.net/breakingnews/regions/view_article.php?article_id=107080 http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/storypage.aspx?StoryId=102556 (Philippines) Peace deal may be delayed as Philippines, Islamic rebels row over draft on Muslim homeland http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/15/asia/AS-GEN-Malaysia-Philippines-Muslim-Rebels.php Sri Lankan military says 31 rebels, 1 soldier killed in fighting in the volatile north http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/15/asia/AS-GEN-Sri-Lanka-Civil-War.php (North Korea) Bush to N. Korea: Disclose nuclear plans http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071214/ap_on_go_pr_wh/us_nkorea_7;_ylt=AptUN4fVbX00R2vLvKJIYqaCscEA Ecuadoran police find arsenal, Osama bin Laden photos http://news.xinhuanet.com/english/2007-12/15/content_7253616.htm Colombia destroys mountain of weapons http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/theworld/2007/December/theworld_December519.xml§ion=theworld Other News: (Indonesia) Women soldiers wearing headscarves, Islamic fundamentalism's next goal http://www.asianews.it/index.php?l=en&art=11033&theme=5&size=A Iran: Rights situation deteriorating, says European MP after Tehran mission http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1670071036 (India J&K) 1 killed, 5 wounded as police fire on violent protesters in Indian Kashmir http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1196847344805&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (U.S.) Michigan: More Muslim girls bringing faith onto the field, court http://www.wlns.com/Global/story.asp?S=7500980&nav=menu25_2 (U.S.) California: Muslim Bakery Sentencing http://www.kfty.com/news/local/story.aspx?content_id=41891b3d-436a-4709-929f-ca36307b80f0 (UK) 11,000 security staff are working illegally http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/uk/crime/article3048460.ece Against Nazi News: (France) National Front leader Jean-Marie Le Pen faces trial for defending Nazi record http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/europe/article3053779.ece http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/12/15/wlpen115.xml December 14, 2007 PM Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Iraq) ID clues rare in mass graves in Iraq http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071214/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq_graves_by_the_lake;_ylt=Apo6Iq5mEfztkagC8X8sfSis0NUE U.S. Ups Reward for Osama Bin Laden http://mnweekly.ru/world/20071213/55296543.html Palestinians say Israel releases Hamas-linked mayor http://www.reuters.com/article/middleeastCrisis/idUSL14369641 Hamas Threatening to Harm Kidnapped Soldier If Israel Invades Gaza http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,316844,00.html Grenade kills 3, wounds 35 at Palestinian funeral: medics http://afp.google.com/article/ALeqM5j056MOoqCqQemUa-l6WjVZVqpj_w Hamas Police Arrest Aide to Palestinian Prime Minister http://www.nytimes.com/2007/12/15/world/middleeast/15mideast.html Algeria:'The Ultimate Soft Target' - Bruce Hoffman on Al Qaeda's intentions against U.N. and Europe http://www.newsweek.com/id/77769 (Somalia) At Least 17 Dead in Somali Unrest http://ap.google.com/article/ALeqM5gKQ6Hm0yuq8jNqzJY4rRkn0qzwhQD8TH0FK00 (Russia) Gunmen attack military, police in troubled Russia region of Ingushetia http://www.kyivpost.com/bn/28002/ (UK) Government loses terror decision - No appeal against order to take People's Mujahideen Organisation of Iran (PMOI) off list of banned terror groups http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/7145418.stm Germany seeks to hold militants over 1970s murder http://uk.news.yahoo.com/rtrs/20071214/tts-uk-germany-crime-5a1adea.html (Spain) Basque Group ETA Vows to Act Against State Targets http://www.javno.com/en/world/clanak.php?id=106701 Other News: (UK) 'We've become a global village' http://www.telegraph.co.uk/opinion/main.jhtml?xml=/opinion/2007/12/13/do1303.xml (UK) Guilding the Lily and Policy Exchange Report http://hurryupharry.bloghouse.net/archives/2007/12/13/guilding_the_lily.php December 14, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com News roundup: Al-Qaeda's Zawahiri Denounces Annapolis Conference -- by Jeffrey Imm http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/12/zawahiri_on_annapolis.php Al-Qaida No. 2 blasts peace conference http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071214/ap_on_re_mi_ea/al_qaida_message_1 http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1670396520 (Al Qaeda) New message from Al Qaeda second-in-command Dr. Ayman al Zawahiri discusses the Annapolis conference - Laura Mansfield notes release with as-Sahab banner http://www.lauramansfield.com/pt/blog/ (U.S.) Boston: Muslim charity defendants acquitted on one charge -- Care International trial - defendants Emadeddin Z. Muntasser and Samir Al-Monla acquitted of obstructing the Internal Revenue Service http://www.telegram.com/article/20071214/NEWS/712140389 (U.S.) Homeland Security ignores Somali terrorist leader's US fund raising visit -- Somali Jihadist leader Zakaria Mahmoud Haji-Abdi -- report quotes Steven Emerson as stating "It is absolutely scandalous that federal authorities cannot or will not stop jihadists from entering the US." http://pajamasmedia.com/2007/12/homeland_security_snoozes_whil.php (U.S.) California: Guilty pleas expected in SoCal terrorism case, prosecutors say -- founder of Jamiyyat Ul-Islam Is-Saheeh and prison gang planned attacks on military facilities, synagogues and other sites in the Los Angeles area http://www.signonsandiego.com/news/state/20071214-0709-ca-terrorismprobe.html (Iraq / UK) Failed British terror attacks tied to Iraq -- 2007 attacks in Scotland and London have been linked to al-Qaida in Mesopotamia http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2007/12/14/failed_british_terror_attacks_tied_to_iraq/6627/ http://www.nytimes.com/2007/12/14/world/europe/14london.html?ref=world (Iraq) Two US soldiers killed in separate incidents -- shooting and booby trap bomb south of Baghdad http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,22928337-1702,00.html (Iraq) Followers of militant Shiite cleric protest triple bombing in Iraq's south http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/14/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq.php (Iraq) Christmas celebrations are canceled in Basra after militiamen murder siblings http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/iraq/article3048883.ece (Afghanistan) US, Afghan troops kill militant commander -- Mullah Sangeen - location undisclosed http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071214/ap_on_re_as/afghan_violence_2;_ylt=Atd6SBqCm_N2kQsHnK_MRAPOVooA (Afghanistan) Gates pushes allies on Afghan war help -- calling for more troops from NATO European nations http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071214/ap_on_re_eu/gates_afghanistan (Afghanistan) NATO chief backs UK call for realism over Taliban --- backs "reconciliation process" between Afghanistan govt and Taliban members who disarm http://uk.reuters.com/article/worldNews/idUKL1436142620071214?rpc=401& (Afghanistan) NATO chief: Group will stay in Afghanistan but not be int'l police force http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1196847337196&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Afghanistan) S. Korean troops pull out of Afghanistan despite US request http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1051840 (Afghanistan) Bomb explodes near Indian consulate in Afghanistan http://sify.com/news/fullstory.php?id=14575901&vsv=SHGTslot2 Afghan army discover Taliban safe house in S Afghanistan http://news.xinhuanet.com/english/2007-12/14/content_7251489.htm (Pakistan) Agencies warn of new spate of suicide attacks -- Targets may include the president, Benazir, Attock Oil Refinery, and US and Indian embassies http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\12\14\story_14-12-2007_pg7_1 http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/World/Pakistan/Indian_missions_could_be_target_of_suicide_attacks_Agencies/articleshow/2622248.cms (Pakistan) Security forces take control of Charbagh http://www.dawn.com/2007/12/14/top15.htm (Pakistan) UK approached for Baloch militants' extradition http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\12\14\story_14-12-2007_pg1_7 (Pakistan) Bhutto: Fatal bomb was rigged to baby http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20071214/FOREIGN/112140060/1003 (Pakistan) Musharraf reinforces government control of Pakistani nuclear program http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/14/asia/AS-GEN-Pakistan-Nuclear.php (Pakistan) Musharraf to end emergency rule Saturday http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071213/ap_on_re_as/pakistan_13;_ylt=AliEP3wRAF3fYEzTOu5RsIPzPukA (India J&K) 4.5kg RDX, grenades recovered in Reasi http://news.webindia123.com/news/Articles/India/20071214/848713.html (India) Maoist Rebels kill three Indian policemen, blow up police station in Chhattisgarh http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1051756 (U.S.) Michigan man sentenced in Saddam spy case - Ghazi Al-Awadi gets 18 months in federal prison http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071214/ap_on_re_us/iraq_espionage_1;_ylt=AsZ1Mt4NreAlLDeiDydhAmBX6GMA (U.S.) UN expert: Tapes point to CIA torture http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071213/ap_on_re_eu/un_cia_torture Iranian Opposition: 'Ahmadinejad's threats, Holocaust denial harming Iran' http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1196847341033&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Hezbollah Denies Reports Its Leader Nasrallah Demoted By Iran http://www.zawya.com/Story.cfm/sidDN20071214005512 Lebanon probes al-Qaida links in general's death http://www.timesargus.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20071214/NEWS01/712140330/1002/NEWS01 (Gaza) Explosion in Gaza kills 3, injures 30 http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1196847338715&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Gaza) Top Fatah official kidnapped in Gaza http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1196847337756&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Jordanian Islamists protest Israeli attacks on Gaza http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1196847339042&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Israel) IDF, Shin Bet arrest senior Islamic Jihad member in Jeni cafe http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1196847337930&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Israeli woman seriously wounded in Palestinian rocket attack http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/13/africa/ME-GEN-Israel-Rocket-Attack.php Two Israeli Banks Accused of Sending Millions of Dollars to Hamas Entities - Arab Bank, facing suit by victims, sues Israeli Banks for transfers to Hamas http://www.forward.com/articles/12258/ Kenya detains two dozen in security swoop: officials -- at least 26 people in Nairobi and Mombasa http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071214/wl_africa_afp/kenyaattackssecurity_071214111356;_ylt=ApbkLLAPaMoiTV8RwR_xAtwTv5UB Algiers bombers had been released in amnesty http://www.mg.co.za/articlepage.aspx?area=/breaking_news/breaking_news__africa/&articleid=327774&referrer=RSS Algeria: UN seeks increased security as staff death toll climbs http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1669259617 Algiers Attacks Show Maturing of Al-Qaeda Unit http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/12/12/AR2007121202441.html (Algeria) Search for Algerian bombing survivors called off; toll at 37 http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1196847341137&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Bosnia deports Algerian 'terror' suspect: official -- Atau Mimun http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071214/wl_africa_afp/bosniaalgeriaattacksdeport_071214111831;_ylt=Aoig2kLf81AGOyq7t.F5ojATv5UB German anti-terrorism official: police must snoop online http://news.monstersandcritics.com/europe/news/article_1380978.php/German_anti-terrorism_official_police_must_snoop_online Turkish military court releases jailed officers, accused of attacking Kurdish rebel http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/14/europe/EU-GEN-Turkey-Military-Trial.php (UK) More calls to ditch terror plans http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/uk_politics/7143187.stm France hands ex-ETA chief over to Spain -- Garcia Gaztelu, alias "Txapote", to be handed over to Spanish authorities http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=25&story_id=46913 Philippine Muslim rebels agree to unify at meeting with Libyan leader's son http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/14/asia/AS-GEN-Philippines-Libya.php http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/storypage.aspx?StoryId=102539 (Sri Lanka) At least 17 LTTE rebels killed in Sri Lanka http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/At_least_17_LTTE_rebels_killed_in_Sri_Lanka/articleshow/2623121.cms (Sri Lanka) LTTE assures UNICEF to end child recruitment by year-end http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1051887 Maldives bomb plotters jailed for 15 years http://www.reuters.com/article/latestCrisis/idUSCOL3985 (North Korea) North Korea Involved in Hizbullah Training and Weaponry -- update - Terrorists taught onsite in Lebanon how to build underground bunkers http://www.israelnationalnews.com/News/News.aspx/124562 (North Korea) Report: North Korea replies to Bush letter http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071214/ap_on_re_as/nkorea_us_1;_ylt=An6Uih8VzAsjMgXNimupJdeCscEA Japanese navy officer arrested for leaking secret data: police -- Aegis combat system first line of defense against North Korea http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071213/wl_asia_afp/japanusmilitaryintelligencecrime_071213144609;_ylt=AmcKgOeJwtC8dPDarnVKEY6CscEA MEMRI: Major Jihadi Cleric and Author of Al-Qaeda's Shari'a Guide to Jihad: 9/11Was a Sin; A Shari'a Court Should Be Set Up to Hold Bin Laden and Al-Zawahiri Accountable; There Are Only Two Kinds of People in Al-Qaeda – The Ignorant and Those Who Seek Worldly Gain http://memri.org/bin/latestnews.cgi?ID=SD178507 Other News: (Canada) Death of Aqsa Parvez had nothing to do with Islam, Muslim leaders say http://www.mytelus.com/ncp_news/article.en.do?pn=canada&articleID=2838043 (U.S.) AutoZone: CAIR wrong about Michael Savage ads -- AutoZone says it stopped advertising on talk radio in general, not because of CAIR issue http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=59133 (UK) Muslim bookshop considering legal action against think tank http://www.ealingtimes.co.uk/news/asianspotlight/spotlight/display.var.1904043.0.muslim_bookshop_considering_legal_action_against_think_tank.php Austria: Muslims to overtake Protestants http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/12/austria-muslims-to-overtake-protestants.html French women warned -- don't upset Kadhafi -- told to rise and chanted "Welcome your excellency" http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=25&story_id=46914 Blog Note: Blogger Commentary on CARE International Trial http://misskelly.typepad.com/miss_kelly_/2007/12/waging-economic.html Against Nazi News: (Germany) Insult with stones to Jewish memorial http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=26&story_id=46923 December 13, 2007 PM Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (U.S.) South Carolina Pipe Bomb Plot: Another USF Student (Karim Moussaoui) Arrested On Federal Charge http://www.wftv.com/news/14848792/detail.html (U.S.) Miami: Jurors deadlock on 6 of 7 in Sears plot; one acquitted - mistrial was declared for the six others http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071213/ap_on_re_us/terrorism_investigation_13 (U.S.) Commentary: Another Terrorism Mistrial, But Overall Far More Convictions Than Acquittals http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/12/another_terrorism_mistrial_but.php (U.S.) Boston: Jihad noted in wiretaps -- Jurors hear conversations of 2 in charity fraud case http://www.telegram.com/article/20071211/NEWS/712110666/1116 (U.S.) State Dept: An "All Elements of Power" Strategy for Combating Terrorism http://www.state.gov/s/ct/rls/rm/07/97165.htm (U.S.) House votes to outlaw CIA waterboarding http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071213/pl_nm/security_usa_torture_dc_2;_ylt=AocTQ4p31AwhJmhsLSLj.5sTv5UB (UK) MPs reject case for extended terror detention http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/politics/article3047932.ece (Hezbollah) Report: Nasrallah demoted by Khamenei - Asharq Alawsat reports Iran's Supreme Leader strips Hizbullah leader of military wing http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1196847333700&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Dagestani Students Volunteer for Islamist Groups http://www.iwpr.net/?p=crs&s=f&o=341412&apc_state=henh Lebanon questions 4 in fatal bombing http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071213/ap_on_re_mi_ea/lebanon_explosion_37;_ylt=Au_D3aQVKMz7znZa4cjDR7YTv5UB Algeria bombing prompts question: can Al Qaeda spread across North Africa? http://www.csmonitor.com/2007/1214/p07s02-wome.html December 13, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (U.S.) Boston: Muslim charity said to wage economic jihad -- Care International lawyer’s mistrial request denied Matthew Levitt quoted as saying economic jihad practiced through donations to groups enabling Jihad by others http://www.telegram.com/article/20071213/NEWS/712130579 (Iraq) Sixteen bodies found in a ditch north of Baghdad -- in Muqdadiya in Diyala province -- 12 beheaded http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071213/ts_nm/iraq_bodies_dc_1;_ylt=Alc2aVEuNkpooykxJQtMnf1X6GMA Iraq's Youthful Militiamen Build Power Through Fear -- Mahdi Army rebuilding among youths, schoolgirls told to wear scarves, under threat of death http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/12/12/AR2007121202766.html?hpid=topnews Afghans say hundreds of Taliban killed in Musa Qala http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/afghan_violence_dc;_ylt=Ai_5k1ciD81fBh7Wq9W7gEHOVooA Afghan blast kills 6; Taliban behead two -- Taliban behead grandmother and grandson accused of spying - in Uruzgan's Dihrawud district http://www.usatoday.com/news/world/2007-12-13-afghan-violence_N.htm (Afghanistan) UK: Give up your weapons and come over to us, Taliban leaders urged http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/asia/article3043169.ece (Afghanistan) Taliban urged to join politics http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\12\13\story_13-12-2007_pg7_7 (Pakistan) Suicide explosions in SW Pakistan kill over 16, several wounded -- at southwest Baluchistan checkpoints http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1051669 (Pakistan) At least seven dead in Pakistan attacks: officials -- 2 apparent suicide attacks at southwest checkpoints http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071213/wl_afp/pakistanunrestsouthwest_071213125242;_ylt=AkOWXXwapdYVHLZD4ojquYDzPukA Pakistan: Soldiers and militants killed in separate clashes - update on Wednesday's North Waziristan fighting and ambush in Dosali http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1664973307 (Pakistan) 'Al Qaeda plot to assassinate Musharraf foiled' http://www.earthtimes.org/articles/show/157465.html http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\12\13\story_13-12-2007_pg1_3 Pakistan arrests alleged al-Qaeda members in plot to kill Musharraf -- in Malir http://news.monstersandcritics.com/southasia/news/article_1380680.php/Pakistan_arrests_alleged_al-Qaeda_members_in_plot_to_kill_Musharraf (Pakistan) Strange bedfellows emerge in Pakistan -- anti-establishment bloc includes civil society, militants and al-Qaeda http://www.atimes.com/atimes/South_Asia/IL14Df01.html (Pakistan) Most Pakistanis want Musharraf to quit, poll shows http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071213/wl_nm/pakistan_dc_1;_ylt=AhkxxS4AL8LMHizGv2ux5gXzPukA (India J&K) Pakistan-based rebels to make more infiltrations into Kashmir in future: Indian Army chief http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1051633 (India) Terrorists being trained in India: Ashok Singhal http://news.webindia123.com/news/Articles/India/20071213/847777.html (India Assam) Blast in Rajdhani Express in Assam, 5 killed http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/India/Blast_in_Rajdhani_Express_in_Assam_5_killed/articleshow/2618627.cms (India Assam) Rajdhani blast: Adivasi group claims responsibility http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Rajdhani_blast_ANLA_claims_responsibility/articleshow/2619780.cms (India) Naxals blow up police station in Chhattisgarh http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/India/Naxals_blow_up_police_station_in_Chhattisgarh/articleshow/2618688.cms (U.S.) Fort Dix case lawyers spar over 'jihad' DVD in prison - update: prosecutors say prison guard found DVD inside book in prison library of Osama Bin Laden and others giving speeches - guard says Ft. Dix defendant Dritan Duka claimed it was his DVD http://www.philly.com/dailynews/local/20071213_Fort_Dix_case_lawyers_spar_over_jihad_DVD_in_prison.html US repatriates 15 from Guantanamo -- sends 13 to Afghanistan and 2 to Sudan http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071213/ap_on_re_la_am_ca/guantanamo_prisoners_released_1;_ylt=AmdrZ.Ow5ggANkNwv5Ke0H0Tv5UB U.S. Congress ups reward for bin Laden to $50 million -- bill passed by House http://en.rian.ru/world/20071213/92231805.html (U.S.) Hayden knew of interrogation videotapes http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/cia_videotapes;_ylt=AmrXd085kWZwVDHAGEG.TL8Tv5UB (U.S.) House backs narrower terrorism insurance bill http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071212/pl_nm/insurance_congress_dc (Iran) Police kill 12 suspected of terrorist activities in shootout in southeastern Iran -- in region bordering Pakistan http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/13/africa/ME-GEN-Iran-Clashes.php (Iran) Russia and Iran agree nuclear power station timetable http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071213/ts_nm/iran_russia_bushehr_dc_2;_ylt=AsQTQpwlzfMWxd2KJ.IK39xSw60A Lebanon probes slaying of army general -- who led three-month military campaign against al-Qaida-inspired militants http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071213/ap_on_re_mi_ea/lebanon_explosion_36;_ylt=AmC6XqIX6Td1UKTsQo2I0D7agGIB (Gaza) Two Jihad militants hurt in Gaza blast http://www.haaretz.com/hasen/spages/934335.html (Somalia) 'Islamists regrouping in Somalia' http://www.iol.co.za/index.php?set_id=1&click_id=68&art_id=nw20071213132740355C740781 (Somalia) Mogadishu market shelled; at least 12 killed -- blamed on Islamist rebels http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/13/africa/AF-GEN-Somalia.php http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/At_least_nine_killed_in_mortar_attack_in_Somalia/articleshow/2620135.cms (Somalia) 2 Somali pirates arrested in Japanese tanker hijacking, official says http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/13/africa/AF-GEN-Somalia-Pirates.php Algeria: Al-Qaeda uses elderly terrorists in change of tactics http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1665340094 (Algeria) Report: Man in his 60s, ex-convict were bombers in Algeria http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/13/africa/AF-GEN-Algeria-Explosion.php Algeria: a new front for al-Qaeda? http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/world/africa/7142050.stm (Algeria) Terror Group Thought to be Defeated Now on Attack -- Poses Danger to North Africa, Possibly Europe http://www.abcnews.go.com/International/story?id=3988771&page=1 Algeria urges Arab security cooperation against terror http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1051678 Algeria: Nine Staff Members Killed in Algiers, Two Found Alive, Confirms UN Official http://allafrica.com/stories/200712130010.html (Libya) Gadhafi condemns terrorism, hails 'historic' France visit -- claims to seek "causes of terrorism" http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071213/ts_afp/francelibyadiplomacy_071213052220;_ylt=AkrN7PZ6Q_NHAIn_v1K3kRYTv5UB - while denying Libya involvement in terrorism http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/11/europe/EU-GEN-France-Libya-Gadhafi-Visit.php (UK) Terrorism suspect held in Iraq loses legal fight -- Hilal Al Jedda detained as terrorism suspect without charge http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/focusoniraq/2007/December/focusoniraq_December68.xml§ion=focusoniraq http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/uk/crime/article3042950.ece (UK) Report: "Evidence of extremism in mosques 'fabricated'" -- BBC2 Newsight report on report by Policy Exchange http://www.guardian.co.uk/religion/Story/0,,2226704,00.html http://news.bbc.co.uk/player/nol/newsid_4670000/newsid_4679900/4679986.stm?bw=bb&mp=wm&news=1&bbcws=1 German woman arrested for aiding Turkish leftist group -- belonged to the terrorist wing of Devrimci Halk Kurtulus Partisi-Cephesi (DHKP-C) http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=26&story_id=46878 German Police Lament Serious Shortcomings in Terror Fight http://www.dw-world.de/dw/article/0,2144,3001754,00.html Danish court acquits 7 accused of supporting Colombian, Palestinian militants http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/13/europe/EU-GEN-Denmark-Colombia-FARC.php Colombia presses Denmark to punish a pro-guerrilla union ahead of terror-funding verdict http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/12/america/LA-GEN-Colombia-FARC-Denmark.php (Thailand) 6 soldiers wounded in South bomb -- in Narathiwat province http://www.bangkokpost.com/breaking_news/breakingnews.php?id=124402 (Sri Lanka) At least 14 Tamil rebels killed in Sri Lanka http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/14_Tamil_rebels_killed_in_Sri_Lanka/articleshow/2619153.cms North Korea may have aided Hezbollah: U.S. report -- Congressional Research Service (CRS) report says that NK may have given arms to Lebanon's Hezbollah and Sri Lanka's Tamil Tigers http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071213/pl_nm/korea_north_terrorism_dc_1;_ylt=AgBSpj1Y.xdhhTXeVOXUsNsTv5UB Vietnam frees French democracy activist http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071213/ap_on_re_as/vietnam_detainees Other News: (Canada) Secular struggle for Muslim girls http://cnews.canoe.ca/CNEWS/Crime/2007/12/13/4722149-sun.html (Netherlands) Imams speak out against female circumcision http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=1&story_id=46906 (U.S.) Boston: Area Muslims propose adding Islamic classes -- also discuss which presidential candidates would serve their interests http://www.telegram.com/article/20071212/COLUMN45/712120589/1008/NEWS02 (U.S.) Giuliani: US Foreign Policy Isn't Cause of Terror Threats http://www.cbsnews.com/blogs/2007/12/12/politics/fromtheroad/entry3613342.shtml (India) Samastha Ulema calls for jihad -- has threatened to set up parallel educational institutions http://www.newindpress.com/NewsItems.asp?ID=IER20071213000603&Page=R&Headline=Samastha+Ulema+calls+for+jihad&Title=Kerala&Topic=0 December 12, 2007 PM Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com U.S. says homegrown attack poses biggest risk -- DHS Secretary Chertoff says U.S. faces a heightened threat of terrorist attack "for the foreseeable future" http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071212/us_nm/security_usa_dc (U.S.) Boston: Wiretaps 'idle chatter' in Muslim fraud case - Defendants in CARE Int'l case say wiretaps show idle chatter, not holy war plans http://www.telegram.com/article/20071212/NEWS/712120393 (U.S.) Boston: Islamic charity officials linked to Padilla, killer of Kahane, other jihadists http://www.jihadwatch.org/archives/019124.php (U.S.) Prosecutors in Terrorism Cases Need a New Narrative, Say Experts - Story on CTB Special Panel on Holy Land case http://www.cqpolitics.com/wmspage.cfm?parm1=5&docID=hsnews-000002640406 Algiers blast shows aid workers seen as targets http://www.alertnet.org/thenews/newsdesk/L12909558.htm (Algeria) After deadly assault, Algeria offers details on attackers - 2 were members of different branches of AQIM http://www.iht.com/articles/2007/12/12/news/algeria.php (Hamas) Children on Hamas TV Children's Show: "Liberate" Al-Aqsa by Force, "Wipe Out" Zionists to the Last One - MEMRI transcript http://www.memri.org/bin/opener_latest.cgi?ID=SD178307 (Israel) Mayor of battered Israeli town resigns after another rocket barrage - Sderot hit by over 4,500 rockets by Palestinians since 2001 http://www.dailymail.com/News/200712120442 (Germany) Suspected militant from far-left Turkish group seized in Germany http://www.dw-world.de/dw/function/0,,12215_cid_3001820,00.html?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf (Iraq) British forces to hand over Basra province on Sunday http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/iraq/article3041005.ece Dominican agents bust cocaine ring with "deep" links to Colombia's FARC http://www.dominicantoday.com/dr/local/2007/12/12/26372/Dominican-agents-bust-cocaine-ring-with-deep-links-to-Colombias-FARC Other News: (UK) Britain's Lessons in Cultural Suicide -- by Adrian Morgan http://www.familysecuritymatters.org/global.php?id=1385864 December 12, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com U.S.: Fort Dix Attack Plot Suspects Promoting Terror in Jail http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,316514,00.html (Iraq) Triple car bombing kills 40 in southern Iraq -- in the Shi'ite city of Amara http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071212/ts_nm/iraq_carbombs_dc_8;_ylt=AsKty1xtJuZJ.6u0qvDFeitX6GMA (Iraq) US captures suspected al-Qaida leader in Iraq, kills 14 militants in Diyala raids -- detains 12 suspected militants in Tikrit, Youssifiyah and Baghdad http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/12/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq-Raids.php (Iraq) Shia factions proclaim truce in Iraq's Basra http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/focusoniraq/2007/December/focusoniraq_December64.xml§ion=focusoniraq (Iraq) Al-Arabiya TV Interview with Former Al-Qaeda Trainer in Iraq http://memri.org/bin/latestnews.cgi?ID=SD178207 (Afghanistan) Over 50 Taliban killed in 2-day battle - in Sangin, neighboring town to Musa Qala http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071212/ap_on_re_as/afghanistan_29;_ylt=AvJTwDxrwrknq.dtoIUDU3fOVooA Afghan flag flies over captured Taliban stronghold - of Musa Qala http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071212/ts_nm/afghan_violence_dc_14;_ylt=AnlgE_dhI4CZoDNDwDaOEqPOVooA (Afghanistan) UK Government seeks to win over Taliban fighters http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml;jsessionid=JBTRTGLLUFHA1QFIQMFSFF4AVCBQ0IV0?xml=/news/2007/12/12/wafghan512.xml (Afghanistan) UK PM Brown urges ex-Taliban to join Afghan politics http://uk.reuters.com/article/topNews/idUKL1213272520071212?rpc=401& (Afghanistan) Gates scolds NATO, Europe on Afghanistan -- says call for more combat troops, helicopters and trainers is going unheeded http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2007/12/12/gates_scolds_nato_europe_on_afghanistan/2272/ http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/12/11/AR2007121102428.html?hpid=topnews (Pakistan) Ambush kills 6 Pakistani troops in Dosali tribal area after bomb wounds 6 in military convoy - near Miran Shah http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/12/asia/AS-GEN-Pakistan-Bombing.php http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071212/wl_sthasia_afp/pakistanafghanistanunrest_071212115402;_ylt=Aoi28YF1wLlaFVrLCb1G323zPukA (Pakistan) 15 militants killed in Walesli area (my title) http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1051289 (Pakistan) Al-Qaeda fights for its mark in Pakistan http://www.atimes.com/atimes/South_Asia/IL13Df02.html Pakistan's defense impregnable: Musharraf http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1051295 (Lebanon) Top general among four killed in Lebanon car bomb: security official -- bomb targeting the military in a Christian suburb http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071212/ts_afp/lebanonattacks_071212103307 http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071212/ap_on_re_mi_ea/lebanon_explosion Indian Maoists protest death verdict, blast rails -- in Bihar state http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/December/subcontinent_December422.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= Indian Army rules out specific threat from LTTE, strengthens vigil in South http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1051300 (U.S.) Jurors in Miami terrorism case deliberate for 7th day without reaching decision http://www.newspress.com/Top/Article/article.jsp?Section=NATIONAL&ID=565138020484120757 (U.S.) CIA destroyed tapes despite court orders http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071212/ap_on_go_co/cia_videotapes_courts;_ylt=As30cy6VNZedjVLcGUW_7His0NUE (U.S.) Evidence to be preserved in Guantanamo torture case: court http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071212/pl_afp/usattacksguantanamotorturecourt_071212085259;_ylt=AnMj7IAtxVzrZvUkS7r6h5ETv5UB U.S. secret court won't release rulings - FISA court won't publish judges' opinions on warrantless wiretapping http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2007/12/12/us_secret_court_wont_release_rulings/4031/ http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20071212/NATION/112120069/1002 (U.S.) A Gitmo trial beats judgment at Nuremberg http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20071212/NATION/112120069/1002 (Iran) Israel PM warns Iran can develop nuclear bomb by 2010 http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071211/wl_mideast_afp/irannuclearpoliticsisrael_071211202503;_ylt=AkGjkO0uKxxIUwSaNypuaJVSw60A 'Iran resumed nuke program in 2004' http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1196847311372&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (West Bank) Israeli army raids Palestinian TV station - Al Afaq as "media belonging to Hamas" http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/December/middleeast_December188.xml§ion=middleeast (Gaza) Palestinians fired 37 missiles on Sderot Wednesday -- Israel http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1051187 http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1660735034 Israel rules out widescale Gaza incursion http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/December/middleeast_December190.xml§ion=middleeast&col= (Israel) Report: IDF kills Islamic Jihad terrorist near Kissufim http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1196847320150&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Israel) IDF arrests 13 terror suspects throughout W. Bank http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1196847317074&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Israel) 'IDF must prepare for multi-level war' http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1196847320295&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Saudis Battle Bin Laden's Jihad With 150 Clerics, Art Classes http://www.bloomberg.com/apps/news?pid=20601085&sid=ag7s5nUhz8nc&refer=europe (Algeria) Frantic search for Algiers bomb survivors as UN reviews security http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071212/wl_afp/algeriaattacks;_ylt=A9G_R21g6l9HRjQAqBFvaA8F (Algeria) Spectre of civil war returns as al-Qaeda suicide bombings kill 67 http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/africa/article3037382.ece Algerian militants revitalized by al Qaeda brand http://www.middle-east-online.com/english/?id=23499 Niger: Rebels Accused of Launching Iraq-Inspired 'Urban Terror' Campaign http://allafrica.com/stories/200712111018.html Somali pirates on 'benzene bomb' threaten to kill hostages http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/africa/article3037380.ece Turkey weighs reform to get PKK members to quit: PM http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071212/wl_nm/turkey_pkk_law_dc_1;_ylt=Avk4GqKulmWdI3gnW8RkI4XtfLkA (UK) Man arrested in Sellafield bomb probe -- discovery of a bomb at the home of a contract worker for the Sellafield nuclear plant http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1051232 http://www.bloomberg.com/apps/news?pid=20601102&sid=a5krYQE2Wue4&refer=uk UK Muslim convert faces trial in June on terrorism charges -- Nicholas Roddis http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/12/europe/EU-GEN-Britain-Terror-Trial.php (UK) Two Baloch face terror charges in UK court http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007%5C12%5C12%5Cstory_12-12-2007_pg1_7 (UK) Smith fails to persuade on terror limit http://www.ft.com/cms/s/61bd1066-a834-11dc-9485-0000779fd2ac.html (UK) Terror suspect resists court quiz -- man fleeing and breaching control order refuses to say where he went http://ukpress.google.com/article/ALeqM5jG95nsUoi7z-QeLm8ElSDVtAPq-w http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/england/south_yorkshire/7140359.stm (UK) Muslims have duty 'as a community' to beat extremism - Conservative Muslim peer http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/politics/article3037828.ece UK: Muslim peer says cultural issues can be criticized http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/12/uk-muslim-peer-says-cultural-issues-can.html (UK) Anti-terrorism seminar puts businesses on their guard http://www.barryanddistrictnews.co.uk/mostpopular.var.1769073.mostviewed.antiterrorism_seminar_puts_businesses_on_their_guard.php (Indonesia) Chief of Asian terror net on trial -- Abu Dujana led the armed branch of Jemaah Islamiyah http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071212/ap_on_re_as/indonesia_terror_1;_ylt=AhtzHP0GR.UcfhMu6HEmwl8Tv5UB http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1196847317015&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Indonesia: Four sentenced for terrorist attacks -- four sentenced to up to 19 years for beheading Christian schoolgirls in addition to the three sentenced on December 5 http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1661611071 http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=59045 (Thailand) Bomb injures 16 on bus carrying soldiers in Thailand's insurgency-wracked south http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/12/asia/AS-GEN-Thailand-Southern-Violence.php http://www.bangkokpost.com/breaking_news/breakingnews.php?id=124385 (Thailand) 8 suspected insurgents arrested -- in Narathiwat http://www.nationmultimedia.com/breakingnews/read.php?newsid=30058871 (Thailand) Libya steps back into the South -- Gadhafi "expressed concerns" about the government's treatment of Muslims http://www.bangkokpost.com/topstories/topstories.php?id=124391 (Philippines) Gaddafi's son in Philippines to meet with Muslim separatists http://news.monstersandcritics.com/asiapacific/news/article_1380432.php/Gaddafis_son_in_Philippines_to_meet_with_Muslim_separatists (Sri Lanka) 36 killed as Sri Lankan troops, LTTE rebels clash http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Top_Headlines/36_killed_as_Sri_Lankan_troops_LTTE_rebels_clash/articleshow/2616131.cms (North Korea) Did U.N. Program Secretly Funnel Money to North Korea? http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,316524,00.html (Columbia) Foreign pressure builds for Colombia hostage deal http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071211/wl_nm/colombia_hostages_dc_1;_ylt=AnawLXUpY9L7Bv7rOvUqLLuwv7kA Other News: Deutsche Bundesbank: Islamic Finance – Europe's key challenge http://www.chasecooper.com/News-Regulatory_Islamic-Finance-2007-12-12.php http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/12/deutsche-bundesbank-islamic-finance.html Denmark: Freed terrorist suspect to receive compensation http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/12/denmark-freed-terrorist-suspect-to.html Europe, the Jews, and the Muslims http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/12/europe-jews-and-muslims.html (UK) Mohammed to beat Jack as top UK boys' name http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/12/11/nforeigner211.xml (UK) One in five babies born to migrants in UK http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/12/12/nboom112.xml (UK) Study finds foreigners in 80pc of new jobs http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/12/11/nforeigner111.xml (Scotland) Half of Scots see Muslims as 'cultural threat' in wake of terrorist attacks http://beta.thescotsman.scotsman.com/latestnews/Half-of-Scots-see-Muslims.3577137.jp (Spain) Poll shows Muslims' "absolute integration" http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=81&story_id=46862 (Canada) Muslim father strangled daughter who hated hijab http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\12\12\story_12-12-2007_pg7_9 (U.S.) Al-Qaeda could spark US economic crisis: McCain http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071210/pl_afp/usvote2008republicansenergy Iran to launch so-called 'Islamic car' for the Muslim market - carmaker -- complete with a Koran compartment and Mecca-finding compass http://www.forbes.com/afxnewslimited/feeds/afx/2007/12/12/afx4430755.html Egypt refuses to sign additional UN nuclear watchdog protocols http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1196847320212&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull December 11, 2007 PM Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Algeria) Twin car bombs kill 67 in Algiers (updated) http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071211/ts_nm/algeria_dc;_ylt=AtIdn50jnd.28EqHkO9ZgdWs0NUE (Algeria) Al-Qaida wing for North Africa says it's behind Algiers blasts - statement on web says two "martyrs" responsible http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/11/africa/ME-GEN-Al-Qaida-Algeria-Bombing-Claim.php http://africa.reuters.com/wire/news/usnL11152416.html http://www.nasdaq.com/aspxcontent/NewsStory.aspx?cpath=20071211\ACQDJON200712111547DOWJONESDJONLINE000728.htm&selected=9999&selecteddisplaysymbol=9999&StoryTargetFrame=_top&mkt=WORLD&chk=unchecked&lang=&link=&headlinereturnpage=http://www.international.na http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1196847315169&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Algeria) Al Qaeda blamed for Algiers bombs http://www.cnn.com/2007/WORLD/africa/12/11/algeria.blast/index.html (Algeria) Attack in Algiers: A Warning to Europe http://news.yahoo.com/s/time/20071211/wl_time/attackinalgiersawarningtoeurope Algeria's bombings: al Qaeda strike at French-Algerian rapprochement? http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/12/algerias_bombings_al_qaeda_str.php (Algeria) Terrorist Bombings in Algeria: Previous CT Blog Posts on Al Qaeda in Islamic Maghreb http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/12/terrorist_bombings_in_algeria.php Terror hits on the 11th -- string of terror attacks to come on the 11th of a month http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071211/ap_on_re_af/algeria_target11 (Pakistan) 22 pro-Taliban militants killed in Pakistan's restive Swat valley http://news.monstersandcritics.com/southasia/news/article_1380258.php/22_pro-Taliban_militants_killed_in_Pakistans_restive_Swat_valley Pakistan army says 'large number' of militants killed or wounded in northwest http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/11/asia/AS-GEN-Pakistan-Violence.php (Afghanistan) Car bomb attack, clash leave 15 dead in Afghanistan -- both in Kandahar province - in Mewand and Panjwayee districts http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1050910 Iraqi Christian woman and brother found dead in city with rise in religious vigilante killings - in Basra http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/11/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq-Women-Killed.php Iraq's Sadr uses lull to rebuild Army http://news.yahoo.com/s/csm/20071211/ts_csm/omahdi (U.S.) CIA waterboarding details emerge - Treatment of Abu Zubaydah approved at highest levels - he talked in seconds, perhaps stopping al-Qaida attacks http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071211/ap_on_go_co/cia_videotapes;_ylt=AjEziku4mL.0Q944XkXJv5ys0NUE (U.S.) Ex-CIA agent: Waterboarding 'saved lives' http://www.cnn.com/2007/POLITICS/12/11/agent.tapes/index.html (U.S.) Liberty City 7 trial tilting toward mistrial http://www.miamiherald.com/news/breaking_news/story/339361.html (U.S.) Tales of terrorists breaching border overblown - so far -- Threat haunts officials despite lack of incidents http://www.dallasnews.com/sharedcontent/dws/news/world/mexico/stories/DN-borderterror_11int.ART0.State.Edition2.36952db.html (Lebanon) Grenade is thrown in Christian area of Beirut http://news.monstersandcritics.com/middleeast/news/article_1380303.php/Grenade_is_thrown_in_Christian_area_of_Beirut Israel operation kills six Gaza militants (updated) http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071211/wl_mideast_afp/mideastconflictgaza_071211204845;_ylt=Aqfkv1NVVhgG5ppz7xQ8OWqs0NUE Turkish police kill suspected leftist militant in raid http://www.thenewanatolian.com/tna-30022.html (Somalia) 5 die in fresh violence in Somali capital, witnesses say http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/11/africa/AF-GEN-Somalia.php Nigeria: Islamic Body Seeks Release of Suspected Al-Qaeda Members http://allafrica.com/stories/200712100511.html (Libya) Gadhafi says Libya never committed terror acts, wants new era with world http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/11/europe/EU-GEN-France-Libya-Gadhafi-Visit.php Libya's Gaddafi to visit centers of Islamic rule during Spain trip http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/theworld/2007/December/theworld_December413.xml§ion=theworld&col= (Australia) Melbourne mother investigated over Somali jihadi links http://www.news.com.au/heraldsun/story/0,21985,22911335-2862,00.html Philippines says arrests Islamic militant in south http://www.reuters.com/article/latestCrisis/idUSMAN292058 (Sri Lanka) Military says 32 rebels, five soldiers killed in Sri Lankan fighting - update http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/11/asia/AS-GEN-Sri-Lanka-Civil-War.php Other News: (UK) Barclays fund arm launches Shariah-compliant exchange-traded funds (ETFs) -- Barclay's shariah panel includes Islamic scholar Dr Abu Ghuddah http://uk.reuters.com/article/managerViews/idUKNOA05218920071210?rpc=401& -- Abu Ghuddah also on the Shari'a Board of Al Baraka Investment and Development Corporation http://www.meezanbank.com/en/Shariah_Board.aspx#ABU -- Per Rachel Ehrenfeld: "The victims of 9/11 allege that this bank financed al Qaeda; although charges against the bank were dismissed, the victims contend that the bank, together with Saudi officials and businessmen, facilitated the attacks on America." http://www.humanevents.com/article.php?print=yes&id=9235 -- Abu Ghuddah also on Dow Jones Shariah Board http://www.djindexes.com/mdsidx/index.cfm?event=showIslamicOverView#board (UK) Teddy bear peer attacks fellow Muslims for 'victim culture' and failing to condemn terrorism http://www.thisislondon.co.uk/news/article-23426873-details/Teddy+bear+peer+attacks+fellow+Muslims+for+%27victim+culture%27+and+failing+to+condemn+terrorism/article.do?ito=newsnow& (Canada) Muslim teen's dad charged in her death; friends say they clashed over hijab http://www.mytelus.com/ncp_news/article.en.do?pn=canada&articleID=2836559 (Afghanistan) Hunting the Taliban, finding sick children by the score http://www.iht.com/articles/2007/12/10/news/kabul.php Maldives: non-Muslims to lose citizenship http://www.inspiremagazine.org.uk/news.aspx?action=view&id=1938 Serbia: Nationalist leader accused of fueling fear and violence http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1657359898 December 11, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (U.S.) IPT Investigation Uncovers HLF Jury Room Bullying http://www.investigativeproject.org/article/569 (Algeria) 2 blasts in Algerian capital kills 45 -- two car bombs in Algiers one targeted offices of U.N. refugee agency http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071211/ap_on_re_af/algeria_explosion_21 Iraq suicide bomber kills police near ex-PM's home: officials -- two killed, 12 wounded http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071211/wl_mideast_afp/iraqunrest_071211120812;_ylt=Akd9GpBVxrJzoHbRWKbQBMtX6GMA (Iraq) Booby-trapped corpse explosion wounds six Iraqi security men - in Saydiya District http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1050804 (Iraq) American soldier killed in suidice attack on Iraq - in province of Salah-Eddine http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1050625 (Iraq) Baghdad oil refinery ablaze after rocket attack http://www.africasia.com/services/news/newsitem.php?area=mideast&item=071210124256.y9ohzdm2.php Afghan, NATO forces retake key Taliban town of Musa Qala -- but three other southern districts remained under the control of insurgent fighters http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/afghan_violence_dc;_ylt=AqsAred3qMci5.lbSsM.IJ3OVooA Pakistan MMA Islamist coalition near collapse: party officials http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071211/wl_asia_afp/pakistanpoliticsislam_071211075552;_ylt=AttdpWQBDv0tVFXNE93AfebzPukA Pakistan: Election candidates in tribal area threatened by pro-Taliban militant http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1656368391 Pakistan tests nuclear-capable cruise missile http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/December/subcontinent_December382.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (India) Terror links of couple held in fake currency racket being probed http://www.hindu.com/2007/12/11/stories/2007121155330700.htm (U.S.) CIA's Hayden testifying about videotapes http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071211/ap_on_go_co/cia_videotapes_129;_ylt=Aj0rloI4MRhKnSeSGavJY6MTv5UB U.N.: Pre-empting a 'dirty bomb' threat http://www.washingtontimes.com/article/20071210/FOREIGN01/112100022/1003/FOREIGN Iran, UN hold talks on uranium find - to probe source of traces of weapons-grade uranium found at Tehran university http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/iran_nuclear;_ylt=AkiQ8oi6yzGpHLLqn7FpqQRSw60A (Iran) Group says Iran resumed nuclear arms program: WSJ http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071211/wl_nm/iran_nuclear_dc_1;_ylt=An1bUGgHR40ub7rLxXZdQqpSw60A http://online.wsj.com/article/SB119734172703720416.html?mod=djemEMU (Gaza) 4 militants killed in Israeli strikes on Gaza Strip http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/December/middleeast_December172.xml§ion=middleeast&col= Egyptian police find explosives in northern Sinai http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/10/africa/ME-GEN-Egypt-Explosives-Cache.php (Egypt) Military trial of Brotherhood members a 'farce,' group leader says http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/10/africa/ME-GEN-Egypt-Brotherhood.php (Russia) Bomb Blamed in Stavropol Bus Blast http://www.themoscowtimes.com/stories/2007/12/11/011.html (UK) New Yard anti-terror chief named http://politics.guardian.co.uk/homeaffairs/story/0,,2225535,00.html (Australia) Terror plot suspect could flee: lawyer http://news.smh.com.au/terror-plot-suspect-could-flee-lawyer/20071211-1gd9.html (New Zealand) Bomb threat at Christchurch court http://www.stuff.co.nz/4320135a11.html North Korea still lambastes US in media http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071211/ap_on_re_as/nkorea_us_2;_ylt=Aoju7Mz8xEeRLTcxSUWK1qaCscEA Other News: Turkey: Complaint over football jersey with symbol 'offensive to Islam' http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Sport/?id=1.0.1656550388 Iran: Man faces death by stoning for adultery http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1656670110 December 10, 2007 PM Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com Monday PM News (U.S.) Liberty City Seven Trial: Jury in Sears Tower terrorism trial still deadlocked http://www.miamiherald.com/775/story/339343.html (U.S.) Aid groups hail qualified win in US terrorism case - Court allows exception to 1996 "material support" law http://www.alertnet.org/thenews/newsdesk/N10516585.htm Online terror camps cut overhead, teach Google Earth target acquisition http://www.worldtribune.com/worldtribune/WTARC/2007/me_terror_12_10.asp (Iraq) Suspects detained in Iraqi police death http://www.elpasotimes.com/military/ci_7684634 (Afghanistan) Farah Province: The New Focus of the Taliban Insurgency http://www.jamestown.org/terrorism/news/article.php?articleid=2373844 (Pakistan) 16 militants arrested in Balochistan operation http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\12\11\story_11-12-2007_pg7_2 (Pakistan) Extremists target schoolgirls in north http://www.alertnet.org/thenews/newsdesk/IRIN/9fce91e9887a8d8b2b91416a0c9d4cd1.htm Somalia: Two Civilians Killed in Latest Mogadishu Violence http://allafrica.com/stories/200712101639.html Israeli strike kills Gaza militant http://www.alertnet.org/thenews/newsdesk/N78568405.htm Lebanese president vote postponed again http://www.boston.com/news/world/middleeast/articles/2007/12/10/lebanese_president_vote_postponed_again/ Britain charges two with Pakistan-linked terrorism http://uk.reuters.com/article/topNews/idUKL113467220071211?feedType=RSS&feedName=topNews (UK) British police charge two under terror act http://www.nzherald.co.nz/category/story.cfm?c_id=30&objectid=10481695 (UK) London pair charged with inciting terror abroad: police http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071210/wl_uk_afp/britainattackspolicechargepakistan_071210235327 Germany frees assassins despite protest - Two men convicted of killing Kurdish dissidents in 1992 http://www.nzherald.co.nz/category/story.cfm?c_id=30&objectid=10481708 (Turkey) Istanbul: Turkish police clash with PKK sympathizers http://www.turkishdailynews.com.tr/article.php?enewsid=90898 Spain Investigates ETA's Presence in Venezuela http://english.eluniversal.com/2007/12/10/en_pol_art_spain-investigates-e_10A1255061.shtml Kosovo independence closer as talks end http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071210/wl_afp/kosovoserbia_071210212959;_ylt=AoOo2MGhyPgpdOLtk0Ie1cKs0NUE (Australia) New suite of tools to fight terror - New system to meet financial CT mandates http://www.australianit.news.com.au/story/0,24897,22901543-24169,00.html Other News: Saudis give big to U.S. colleges http://www.washingtontimes.com/article/20071210/SPECIAL/112100027/1002 December 10, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (U.S.) Prisoners shipped to Saudi halfway-houses - Over 100 Gitmo prisoners sent for "rehab" - Steven Emerson quoted http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2007/12/10/prisoners_shipped_to_saudi_halfway-houses/6263/ (Saudi Arabia) After Guantanamo, 'reintegration' for Saudis -- Critics worry that arrangement will return extremists to the streets http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/22176429/ http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/12/09/AR2007120901411.html (Iraq) Five injured, 8 suspects arrested in Kirkuk explosion http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1050352 (Iraq) Mortars hit Iraq prison; 7 inmates dead http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071210/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq_071207161355;_ylt=Ajb9f1t6hW3ruaKXpuDoPqRX6GMA Iraq: Guerilla groups unite to combat al-Qaeda http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1652357792 (Iraq) Religious vigilantes killed 40 women this year in southern Iraqi city of Basra, police say - update to Times report http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/10/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq-Women-Killed.php http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/iraq/article3018766.ece Iraqi FM: security pact will set time limit on US troop presence http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/10/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq-US-Pact.php Afghan troops capture Musa Qala: NATO, Taliban http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071210/ts_afp/afghanistanunrestmusaqalaenter_071210124635;_ylt=Au9AOHuJGRnsQieatfVk6nDOVooA (Afghanistan) US-led air strike kills insurgents in Afghan http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/December/subcontinent_December342.xml§ion=subcontinent Pakistan suicide attack injures five air force children: military -- attack on school bus - in northwestern town of Kamra http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071210/wl_sthasia_afp/pakistanunrest_071210114252;_ylt=ApvfqoVvTkove9yZcCvjjqPzPukA http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1652365297 (Pakistan) Two arrested suspected of involvement in Kamra suicide bombing (my title) http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1050367 (Pakistan) 31 miscreants arrested, fugitive camp destroyed in Kohlu http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\12\10\story_10-12-2007_pg7_26 (Pakistan) Sipah-e-Sahaba terrorist arrested http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\12\10\story_10-12-2007_pg7_2 (Pakistan) Musharraf Reiterates: Only Pak Army to act within its Territory http://www.pakistantimes.net/2007/12/10/top.htm Pakistan army will act on intelligence inputs: Mushurraf http://www.hindu.com/thehindu/holnus/000200712100942.htm (India) Three insurgents killed in encounter in Northeast India -- in Imphal http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1050382 http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/India/Three_militants_killed_in_Imphal_gunfight/articleshow/2611607.cms (India) Man injured as bomb goes off in Anand dharamsala http://news.webindia123.com/news/Articles/India/20071210/845492.html Interpol chief warns of virus attack at sports event http://scotlandonsunday.scotsman.com/international.cfm?id=1919012007 Iran, IAEA in new talks to clear nuclear doubts http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071210/wl_nm/iran_nuclear_iaea_dc_2;_ylt=AlwALsWxUCVnwQPDFZ9lcj1Sw60A (Iran) U.S. Intel report spurs calls for Iran talks http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/us_iran;_ylt=AhzR7EGblPEs9CTJUBsW.TFSw60A (U.S./Iran) A November Surprise - Newsweek with new details on NIE on Iran http://www.newsweek.com/id/74318 (Iran) Israel: Forget U.S. intel, Iran nukes at full speed http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=59120 (Iran/Iraq) New US-Iran talks on Iraq set for December 18 http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071210/wl_mideast_afp/iraqiranusdiplomacy_071210124913;_ylt=AjQdLarmLq3_XgL42zpAiGNX6GMA (Iran) CIA launched defection program for Iran http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/December/middleeast_December152.xml§ion=middleeast&col= Palestinian rockets hit Israeli Ksufem military site http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1050387 (Israel) IDF arrests six terror suspects in the West Bank http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1196847297912&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Saudi's size 'hampering terror clamp' http://www.gulf-daily-news.com/Story.asp?Article=202440&Sn=BNEW&IssueID=30265 (Sudan) Darfur rebels wary over peace talks in face of UN envoy entreaties http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/09/africa/AF-GEN-Darfur-Peace-Talks.php Rwanda: Eleventh Life Sentence At the ICTR - for church massacre http://allafrica.com/stories/200712100432.html (Algeria) Attack on bus carrying Russian employees W. Algeria -- in Bawaish http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1050196 Russian prosecutors investigate Sunday's bus blast as terrorism -- in Nevinnomyssk http://en.rian.ru/russia/20071210/91617144.html http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\12\10\story_10-12-2007_pg7_64 Spain, France agree on special anti-ETA police force http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=81&story_id=46771 (France) Man, woman charged in suspected ETA killings in France http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/09/europe/EU-GEN-France-ETA-Shooting.php (France) Kadhafi's visit to France sparks fresh criticism http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=25&story_id=46761 Greek arsonists attack diplomatic cars from Turkey, Italy, Philippines -- Anarchist groups typically carry out such arson attacks http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/10/europe/EU-GEN-Greece-Arson.php (UK) Plan to reduce legal fees 'jeopardizes terror trials' http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/business/law/article3026204.ece (Thailand) Arsonists attack school, office -- in Songkhla and Pattani http://www.bangkokpost.com/topstories/topstories.php?id=124334 (Thailand) Police arrest an RKK member in Narathiwat http://www.bangkokpost.com/breaking_news/breakingnews.php?id=124337 http://www.nationmultimedia.com/breakingnews/read.php?newsid=30058625 (Australia) Terror accused 'not fit' for trial http://www.theage.com.au/news/national/terror-accused-not-fit-for-trial/2007/12/10/1197135346041.html Sri Lanka says 20 rebels, 1 soldier killed as calls for international monitors grow http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/10/asia/AS-GEN-Sri-Lanka-Civil-War.php (Sri Lanka) Nine LTTE rebels killed in a clash with Army in Northeastern Sri Lanka http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1050421 Other News: (U.S.) Four dead in separate Colorado shootings -- Christian missionary training center http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/12/10/wcolorado210.xml (U.S.) CAIR calls for 'conversation to begin' at banquet http://www.infocusnews.net/content/view/18056/430/ (Thailand) Kratom juice cocktail the rage with young Muslims http://www.bangkokpost.com/News/10Dec2007_news03.php (UK) Barclays fund arm launches Shariah-compliant exchange-traded funds (ETFs) -- Barclay's shariah panel includes Islamic scholars Dr Mohammed Elgari, Sheikh Nizam Yacuby and Dr Abu Ghuddah http://uk.reuters.com/article/managerViews/idUKNOA05218920071210?rpc=401& Norway: Pakistanis and the caste system http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/12/norway-pakistanis-and-caste-system.html (Denmark) Arhus: School bans burkas http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/12/rhus-school-bans-burkas.html December 9, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Iraq) Bomb kills southern Iraq police chief - and 2 bodyguards - in Babil province's Hillah http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071209/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq_071207161329;_ylt=AnqjZPbnIdzO4H10eVPhbORX6GMA Iraq plans crackdown in violent Diyala province northeast of Baghdad http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/09/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq-Crackdown.php (Iraq) Al Qaeda changing tactics in Iraq's Diyala http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/focusoniraq/2007/December/focusoniraq_December50.xml§ion=focusoniraq (Iraq) US planes bomb house in Diyala, killing seven members of al-Qaeda - on Saturday http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1046802 (Iraq) Al-Qaeda suspects in Iraq killed -- US military in Iraq says it has killed 12 suspected al-Qaeda operatives in Yusufiyah and detained 13 others in separate raids close to the capital - on Saturday http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/middle_east/7134038.stm (Iraq) Al Qaeda in Iraq executes bombing offensive http://www.longwarjournal.org/archives/2007/12/al_qaeda_in_iraq_exe.php (Iraq) UK PM Brown demands immediate release of Iraq hostages http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071209/wl_uk_afp/iraqunrestkidnapbritain_071209121300;_ylt=AjdBJxljgLLgIVIPke7RHPlX6GMA Afghan, British troops just outside Taliban town; Britain's defense minister in Kabul http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/09/asia/AS-GEN-Afghanistan.php Afghan officials claim arresting senior Taliban commanders http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1867054&Language=en (Afghanistan) Second NATO soldier killed in fight for Taliban town http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071209/wl_afp/afghanistanunrestmusaqalabritain;_ylt=A0WTUfuaBlxHB30AsQBvaA8F (Afghanistan) Taliban 'hanged boy, 12, for spying for UK' http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/12/09/wafg409.xml (Afghanistan) Terror on road to Taliban stronghold http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/asia/article3022175.ece (Pakistan) Taliban vows to continue campaign for Shariah in Swat http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/World/Taliban_vows_to_continue_campaign_for_Shariah_in_Swat/articleshow/2608369.cms (Pakistan) 9 killed in attack on police outpost in Pakistan's Swat valley -- Nimgole post near Imam Dheri -- three additional bodies found in Samgota http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/December/subcontinent_December313.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\12\10\story_10-12-2007_pg1_4 -- bodies beheaded http://www.outlookindia.com/pti_news.asp?id=525608 (Pakistan) Rockets fired at Pakistan base, girls school in Peshawar bombed http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/December/subcontinent_December309.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (Pakistan) Peace efforts hit snag as govt refuses to free militants - S. Waziristan elders want release 7 militants in return for 247 soldiers http://www.dawn.com/2007/12/09/top5.htm (Pakistan) Claims of Qaeda in Pakistan are 'wild guesses': Musharraf http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\12\09\story_9-12-2007_pg7_1 (Pakistan) Caretaker govt: Western reports about vulunerability of Pakistan's nuclear assets are "international terrorism" (my title) http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\12\09\story_9-12-2007_pg7_8 (India J&K) Pakistani militant killed, another ultra held in Kashmir http://news.webindia123.com/news/Articles/India/20071209/844788.html (India) Two injured in bomb explosion -- at Kolari near Mattannur http://news.webindia123.com/news/Articles/India/20071209/844799.html India warns of new al-Qaeda attacks - national security adviser MK Narayanan http://www.radionz.co.nz/news/latest/200712091834/india_warns_of_new_al-qaeda_attacks http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/world/south_asia/7134884.stm (India) Ghaziabad alerted after terror threat -- threat of attack on December 10 http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Ghaziabad_alerted_after_terror_threat/articleshow/2606928.cms (Kuwait) Anti-US 'jihad' man Egyptian man arrested -- called for jihad in Kuwait and Iraq against US troops http://www.arabtimesonline.com/client/pagesdetails.asp?nid=9094&ccid=22 (U.S.) Talking Terror: From bin Laden's Employ to Witness Protection - Excerpts from Jamal Al-Fadl’s conversations with prosecutors & F.B.I. agents http://www.nytimes.com/2007/12/09/nyregion/09web-qaeda.html?_r=1&oref=slogin (U.S.) Attorneys say terror suspect tortured - Majid Khan in Guantanamo Bay http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071209/ap_on_re_la_am_ca/guantanamo_terror_suspect Iran sends protest note, says US nuclear report based on 'espionage' http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/08/africa/ME-GEN-Iran-US-Nuclear.php Iran condemns Gates' demand to push Tehran to stop nuclear program http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/09/africa/ME-GEN-Iran-US-Gates.php (Iran) Gates lashes out at Iran for seeking to cause chaos 'everywhere you turn' http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/08/africa/ME-GEN-Gates-Iran.php (Iran) UN nuclear agency team arrives in Teheran http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/December/middleeast_December141.xml§ion=middleeast&col= (Iran) Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) 'no' to military option against Iran http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/December/middleeast_December136.xml§ion=middleeast&col= (Iran) UK: Iran 'hoodwinked' CIA over nuclear plans http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml;jsessionid=3PBR4HFAYKU1BQFIQMFCFFOAVCBQYIV0?xml=/news/2007/12/09/wiran109.xml (Iran/Iraq) Official: Iran studying new round of talks with US over Iraqi security http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/09/africa/ME-GEN-Iran-US-Iraq.php (Sudan) Saudi paper: 872 smugglers arrested, explosives and weapons seized http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/09/africa/ME-GEN-Saudi-Smuggling.php Somalia: Islamist Radio Boss in Jail for Seventh Day http://allafrica.com/stories/200712080013.html Nigerian Muslim Group Denies Terror Link http://www.voanews.com/english/2007-12-09-voa13.cfm (Turkey) Reports: Turkey considers new plan to make Kurdish rebels surrender http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/09/europe/EU-GEN-Turkey-Kurds.php (UK) Cambridge mullah John Butt takes on radicals with radio - Cambridge Muslim chaplain broadcasts to Afghanistan & Pakistan http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/life_and_style/education/article3022174.ece Book Review: Al Qaeda in Europe http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/12/book-review-al-qaeda-in-europe.html (Thailand) Southern security to be tight on election day http://www.bangkokpost.com/breaking_news/previousdetail.php?id=124325 (Philippines) Blast hits Philippine government office: Official http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/World/Rest_of_World/Blast_hits_Philippine_government_office_Official_/articleshow/2608046.cms (Sri Lanka) At least 16 Tamil rebels killed in Sri Lanka http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/16_Tamil_rebels_killed_in_Sri_Lanka/articleshow/2608216.cms (Sri Lanka) Tamils in Colombo pay price of Tiger bombs http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/December/subcontinent_December307.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= North Korea to receive steel in nuclear deal http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071209/ap_on_re_as/koreas_nuclear_1;_ylt=AiBIl.4deqdXctag9qklM9GCscEA Other News: (Afghanistan) Cannabis is the new drug of choice for Afghanistan's former opium poppy farms http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/asia/article3019414.ece (UK) Muslim apostates threatened over Christianity http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/12/09/nmuslim109.xml&CMP=ILC-mostviewedbox (UK) British teacher jailed in Sudan for naming a teddy bear Muhammad says she blames herself http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/09/europe/EU-GEN-Britain-Sudan-Teacher.php (France) In a Europe Torn Over Mosques, A City Offers Accommodation http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/12/08/AR2007120801660.html?hpid%3Dtopnews&sub=AR Pakistan asks foreign diplomats not to comment on domestic politics http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/December/subcontinent_December315.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= December 8, 2007 PM Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Iraq) Blast kills regional al-Sadr leader, family - Wife & 2 children also killed http://www.cnn.com/2007/WORLD/meast/12/08/iraq.main/?iref=mpstoryview (Iraq) Basra's murderous militias tell Christian women to cover up or face death http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/iraq/article3018766.ece (Iraq) U.S., Iraq at odds over Sunni groups http://www.mcclatchydc.com/227/story/22767.html (Iraq) Fear grips Basra and Najaf in wake of murder of 40 women http://www.azzaman.com/english/index.asp?fname=news%5C2007-12-08%5Ckurd.htm Afghan, NATO operation leaves 14 dead - updated http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071209/ap_on_re_as/afghanistan;_ylt=AphLYvMY9B072fgw7CE2V1Ws0NUE Pakistan says militants on the run (Pak Army says Swat towns retaken, 290 dead) http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071208/ap_on_re_as/pakistan;_ylt=AqeyGcJ5r9S3dUuAWD40zNGs0NUE US asks to drop final charge against prosecutor in terror trial; accused of lying to judge http://www.dailymail.com/APHeadline/200712080412 (U.S.) CIA, Justice Probe Destruction of Tapes http://www.breitbart.com/article.php?id=D8TDFG102&show_article=1 (U.S./Columbia) Three Colombians Plead Guilty to Conspiring to Support the FARC and Alien Smuggling Charges http://www.prnewswire.com/cgi-bin/stories.pl?ACCT=109&STORY=/www/story/12-07-2007/0004719045&EDATE= U.S. Citizens Question Terror Watch Lists http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2007/12/08/eveningnews/main3595024.shtml Iran Intelligence Report: Garbage In, Garbage Out -- Jeff Stein: NIE "never really said what many in the media (and antiwar camp) claimed it said http://www.cqpolitics.com/wmspage.cfm?docID=hsnews-000002638705 Somali Islamists seize town from government troops http://www.alertnet.org/thenews/newsdesk/HUL854404.htm French search journalist's home over Qaeda article http://www.gulf-times.com/site/topics/article.asp?cu_no=2&item_no=188846&version=1&template_id=39&parent_id=21 (UK) Row over UK's Labour Party MPs support to LTTE http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Row_over_UKs_Labour_Party_MPs_support_to_LTTE/articleshow/2607223.cms http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/politics/article3019231.ece December 8, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Iraq) US says 12 suspected militants killed, 13 detained in raids in northern and central Iraq http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/08/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq-Raids.php (Iraq) Suicide car bomber kills eight in Iraq - in Baiji, a northern Iraqi town with a large oil refinery http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071208/wl_nm/iraq_dc_20;_ylt=AsJJH7DG0tNmk7y3Oe2Ue7BX6GMA (Iraq) Female Suicide Bomber in Iraq Marks A Growing Trend http://blogs.abcnews.com/theblotter/2007/12/female-suicide.html (Iraq) US says the flow of jihadists into Iraq has been staunched http://www.guardian.co.uk/usa/story/0,,2223706,00.html (Iraq) Raid on former Saddam deputy's hideout shows role in attack on Mosul's Badush prison helping Al Qaeda leader escape (my title) http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/focusoniraq/2007/December/focusoniraq_December46.xml§ion=focusoniraq - update to previous story http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/focusoniraq/2007/December/focusoniraq_December40.xml§ion=focusoniraq (Iraq) U.S. steadily losing its willing allies in Iraq http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/22157866/ (Afghanistan) Troops closing in on Taliban-held town: residents - in Musa Qala http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071208/ts_afp/afghanistanunrestmusaqalalead_071208085747;_ylt=AjzghKrDxPmWpKplaMK8LHvOVooA (Afghanistan) US-led coalition kills several militants - in Musa Qala http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071208/ap_on_re_as/afghanistan_2;_ylt=AjQg0V5rIvfQsbfIYBOt5CfOVooA (Afghanistan) NATO soldier killed in assault on Taliban town -- 12 terrorists killed http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071208/wl_asia_afp/afghanistanunrestmusaqala Pakistan army claims Swat valley cleared of militants - says Maulana Fazlullah on the run http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071208/wl_sthasia_afp/pakistanunrestnorthwest_071208102501;_ylt=AnjacbeAzKnhl1d35XXQtSvzPukA http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/08/asia/AS-GEN-Pakistan-Militants.php Pakistan arrests 22 pro-Taliban militants in Swat valley -- near Mingora and Matta http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/World/Pakistan/Pak_arrests_22_pro-Taliban_militants_in_Swat_valley/articleshow/2605797.cms (Pakistan) Locals force militants to leave Matta town checkpost: Reward offered for information http://www.dawn.com/2007/12/08/top7.htm (Pakistan) Terrorist killed, 30 arrested in Dera Bugti http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\12\08\story_8-12-2007_pg7_20 http://www.dawn.com/2007/12/08/top15.htm (Pakistan) Policeman, assailant killed in Charsadda http://www.dawn.com/2007/12/08/top11.htm (Pakistan) Gunmen kill 3 Bhutto supporters http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071208/ap_on_re_as/pakistan_1031;_ylt=Al0kDyCFXwYAdSzgOZ8bmGDzPukA (Pakistan) Islamist parties divided and in disarray ahead of Pakistan's elections -- MMA fractionalization http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/08/asia/AS-GEN-Pakistan-Islamists-Divided.php (Pakistan) People say Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) selling 'tickets to heaven' -- and calling for "end to war on terror" http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\12\08\story_8-12-2007_pg7_26 http://www.redorbit.com/news/technology/1174077/pakistan_paper_says_islamist_party_sending_religious_text_messages/index.html?source=r_technology (Pakistan) MQM lashes out at US policies http://www.dawn.com/2007/12/08/top4.htm Pakistan's emergency rule to end early -- December 15 http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071208/ts_nm/pakistan_emergency_dc_5;_ylt=AnaLHhP3YHrjpJc8gQhhIzPzPukA (Pakistan) Aid cut to harm terror war: US http://www.dawn.com/2007/12/08/top5.htm (Pakistan) What Did Your $10 Billion Pay For? CSIS analyst claims Pakistan anti-terror funds being used for military arms to defend against India http://www.parade.com/articles/editions/2007/edition_12-02-2007/Intelligence_Report http://www.csis.org/index.php?option=com_csis_press&task=view&id=3533 (India J&K) Militant hideout busted in J&K, arms recovered - in Reasi district http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Top_Headlines/Militant_hideout_busted_in_JK_arms_recovered/articleshow/2606453.cms (India J&K) Transistor bomb defused in J&K http://www.hindu.com/thehindu/holnus/002200712081433.htm (India) Maoists guerrilas attack SOG team in Orissa http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/India/Maoists_guerrilas_attack_SOG_team_in_Orissa/articleshow/2606694.cms (India Assam) Dimasa rebel killed in encounter in Assam http://news.webindia123.com/news/Articles/India/20071208/844144.html India Assam: Blast misses train http://ia.rediff.com/news/2007/dec/08assam.htm (U.S.) CAIR, FBI at odds over hate crimes -- Bureau report indicates Muslim group's claims wildly inflated http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=59102 (U.S.) Jury continues to deliberate Miami terror case (my title) http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071208/ap_on_re_us/terrorism_investigation (Iran) U.S. DNI: Agency defends estimate on Iran -- against charges that it was crafted primarily by former State Department officials http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20071208/NATION/112080051/1001 (Iran) Review of Iran Intelligence to Be Sought http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/12/06/AR2007120602457.html (Iran) U.S. Secretary of Defense Gates Urges Gulf States to Pressure Iran on Nuke Development http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,316124,00.html http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/December/middleeast_December117.xml§ion=middleeast&col= (Iran) Misestimating Iran's Nuclear Strategies - by Walid Phares http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/12/misestimating_irans_nuclear_st.php Iran drops dollar from oil deals: report http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071208/ts_afp/iranforexdollaroil_071208094246;_ylt=Aq8TK3HgMizJVuzrEoxgfQ9Sw60A (Iran) Former Israel Deputy Defense Minister: US intelligence report on Iran's nuke program 'flawed' http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1196847283173&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Iran) Skeptical Russia ignores Rice calls for new Iran sanctions http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/08/europe/EU-GEN-Iran-Nuclear-Talks.php Iran report reveals intel's fluid nature http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/22155143/ 'Al Quds': Gaza factions weigh ceasefire http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1196847283472&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Gaza) Bomb goes off outside major Gaza security installation -- on Friday http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/07/africa/ME-GEN-Gaza-Explosion.php (Canada) Terrorism suspect loses latest bid to derail charges -- Momin Khawaja http://www.canada.com/vancouversun/news/story.html?id=b7eb2514-d44c-4914-8491-6a05b2740ee0 (UK) Guantanamo Bay four freed to come to UK despite US fears of terror risk http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/uk/article3019221.ece http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/07/europe/EU-GEN-Britain-Guantanamo.php (Sri Lanka) War planes bomb Tamil Tigers rally point http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,22890168-1702,00.html (Sri Lanka) Clashes kill 4 rebels, 1 soldier in Sri Lanka, military says http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/08/asia/AS-GEN-Sri-Lanka-Civil-War.php (Philippines) 2 gunmen kill Philippine vice mayor and rights advocate inside town hall, police say http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/08/asia/AS-GEN-Philippines-Town-Hall-Killing.php (North Korea) US North Korea envoy in Tokyo talks http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071207/ap_on_re_as/koreas_nuclear_1;_ylt=AjxQvhaQOZ5l16zSqS328M2CscEA (North Korea) Survey: 76% in US want N. Korea kept on terror list http://www.yomiuri.co.jp/dy/world/20071208TDY01303.htm (Columbia) Betancourt's children urge strength in face of 5-year kidnapping in Colombia http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/08/europe/EU-GEN-France-Colombia-Hostages-Children.php Colombian leader agrees to meet FARC rebels - update http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/12/08/whostage108.xml Other News: MEMRI: Muslim Scholars in TV Debate on Apostates in Islam http://memri.org/bin/latestnews.cgi?ID=SD178107 (France) 5 French teens sentenced to prison for firebombing bus http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/07/europe/EU-GEN-France-Bus-Burning.php (UK) Comment on BBC Position regarding blasphemy http://www.telegraph.co.uk/opinion/main.jhtml;jsessionid=KDVTPW2XF54Y3QFIQMFCFFOAVCBQYIV0?xml=/opinion/2007/12/08/do0805.xml Netherlands: Terrorism against fireworks http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/12/netherlands-terrorism-against-fireworks.html (Australia) Perth Muslim school raided and boss charged http://www.news.com.au/perthnow/story/0,21598,22892651-2761,00.html Bahrain: Islamic banking to continue incredible growth http://www.menafn.com/qn_news_story_s.asp?StoryId=1093177045 Against Nazi News: (Germany) Effort afoot to bankrupt neo-Nazis http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2007/12/07/effort_afoot_to_bankrupt_neo-nazis/2615/ (Germany) Charges dropped in Nazi image flap http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2007/12/07/charges_dropped_in_nazi_image_flap/3791/ December 7, 2007 PM Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com Iraq: Syrian secret services tried to recruit al-Qaeda leader, claims operative http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1643479610 Afghan, foreign troops launch offensive to retake Taliban-held town of Musa Qala http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/07/asia/AS-GEN-Afghan-Violence.php (U.S.) Liberty City Seven jury at deadlock in deliberating terror case http://www.sun-sentinel.com/news/local/miami/sfl-flblc7jury1207sbdec07,0,6101969.story?track=rss (U.S.) Prouty: More details on ex-agent's security breach -- illegal immigrant from Lebanon allegedly used CIA and FBI computers to access to sensitive data to help her brother-in-law, a suspected fundraiser for the terrorist group Hezbollah http://www.latimes.com/news/printedition/asection/la-na-agent6dec06,1,7297818.story?ctrack=1&cset=true (U.S.) Supreme Court to hear case of would-be millennium bomber Ressam - Supreme Court to consider reinstating part of conviction of Ahmed Ressam http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/localnews/2004058806_webressam07.html http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071207/ap_on_go_su_co/scotus_millennium_terror_1 (U.S.) Justice asked to probe tape destruction http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071207/ap_on_go_ca_st_pe/cia_videotapes;_ylt=Ao2bu64oh4Rdc5IjEXLfUw.s0NUE (Iran) The Flaws In the Iran Report - John Bolton http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/12/05/AR2007120502234.html?hpid=opinionsbox1 Hamas Distances Itself From Zawahiri, But Threatens "Covert and Visible Action" Against Western Nations Who "Hinder Our Resistance Actions" http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/12/hamas_distances_itself_from_za.php (Netherlands) New NEFA Report: "The Influence of the Muslim Brotherhood in the Netherlands" http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/12/new_nefa_report_the_influence.php http://www.nefafoundation.org/miscellaneous/nefambnetherlands1207.pdf Russia Says US Turns Blind Eye To "Abettors Of Terrorism" -- reference to Jamestown Foundation Ingushetia conference http://www.nasdaq.com/aspxcontent/NewsStory.aspx?cpath=20071207\ACQDJON200712070752DOWJONESDJONLINE000444.htm&selected=9999&selecteddisplaysymbol=9999&StoryTargetFrame=_top&mkt=WORLD&chk=unchecked&lang=&link=&headlinereturnpage=http://www.international.na Colombia launches 'meeting zone' for hostage talks http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071207/wl_afp/colombiarebelshostages_071207185823 Other News: Indonesia: Islamic groups secure closure of two churches http://www.compassdirect.org/en/display.php?page=news&lang=en&length=long&idelement=5136&backpage=&critere=&countryname=&rowcur= http://www.jihadwatch.org/dhimmiwatch/archives/019061.php December 7, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Iraq) 22 killed in 2 suicide attacks in Iraq -- female suicide bomber attack on former Sunni insurgents who seek to fight al Qaeda -- second suicide bomber in Muqdadiyah - also bomb blast in Diyala wounds 27 http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071207/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq_071207161315;_ylt=AsFmIBeFTN7PLiGjvX2hn8JX6GMA http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071207/ts_nm/iraq_dc_15;_ylt=ArZygj9RR8PUI.sakP7Z0ypX6GMA (Iraq) KUNA report: female suicide bomber kills 25 - former Baath Party member http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1046493 Iraqi police: Bomb explodes under oil pipeline in northern Iraq http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/07/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq-Pipeline.php (Iraq) Hideout of Saddam's former vice president discovered in Tikrit -- Izzet al-Douri not found, but forces seized documents with information on al-Qaeda terrorist network and other militia http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/focusoniraq/2007/December/focusoniraq_December40.xml§ion=focusoniraq (Iraq) MEMRI: Two Testimonies by Young Men Who Went to Wage Jihad in Iraq http://memri.org/bin/articles.cgi?Page=archives&Area=sd&ID=SP178007 (Iraq) US detainees sent to Iraqi courts for trial face legal system mired in war's chaos http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/07/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq-Detainee-Justice.php (Afghanistan) Coalition, Afghan troops thwart Taliban ambush - in Kareze Sadeqen districts of Farah province http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1046539 (Afghanistan) 17 Taliban killed -- in Farah province http://paktribune.com/news/index.shtml?195311 http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/India/NATO_air_strikes_kill_17_Taliban_in_Afghanistan/rssarticleshow/2602540.cms (Afghanistan) Tensions rise in Taliban-held town -- residents of Musa Qala say military unclear when it will take back town http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071207/wl_sthasia_afp/afghanistanunrestmusaqalabritain_071207102549;_ylt=AoWeToaCEY4zk9SDze1NYy_OVooA (Pakistan) Militants' houses in Mingawara razed http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/December/subcontinent_December243.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= Pakistan goes after radical cleric Maulana Fazlullah http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2007/12/07/pakistan_goes_after_radical_cleric/3698/ (Pakistan) Troops capture Fazlullah's base http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\12\07\story_7-12-2007_pg1_5 (Pakistan) Militants bomb five CD shops in Swabi http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\12\07\story_7-12-2007_pg7_42 (Pakistan) Militants release five khasadars http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\12\07\story_7-12-2007_pg7_43 (Pakistan) Party, government squabble over unidentified dead from Bhutto bomb blast http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/07/asia/AS-GEN-Pakistan-Unclaimed-Dead.php (Pakistan / North Korea) US asks N. Korea to clarify Pakistan Nuclear link http://www.dawn.com/2007/12/07/top8.htm (India J&K) Militant hideout busted in Jammu and Kashmir http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Top_Headlines/Militant_hideout_busted_in_Jammu_and_Kashmir/articleshow/2602164.cms (India) Terror funds suspected in Indian markets - Indian finance minister says tracking Saudi billionaire's investments and links http://www.upi.com/International_Security/Emerging_Threats/Briefing/2007/12/06/terror_funds_suspected_in_indian_markets/2261/ (U.S.) FBI: Gitmo detainee was with bin Laden - Salim Ahmed Hamdan chauffeured OBL in al-Qaida convoy after Sept. 11 http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071207/ap_on_re_la_am_ca/guantanamo_trials;_ylt=Aid1dmoV3p_DBxTnAqAoFoSs0NUE (U.S.) Prisoner helped bin Laden elude capture: FBI http://www.canada.com/topics/news/world/story.html?id=714f0724-d01d-412f-9823-6c21d257e93c&k=891 (U.S.) Bin Laden driver to argue he's POW http://www.latimes.com/news/nationworld/nation/la-na-hamdan6dec06,1,5806544.story?coll=la-headlines-nation&ctrack=1&cset=true (U.S.) CAIR's Islamist quizzers featured at presidential debates -- Steve Emerson quoted regarding Aslam Abdullah http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=59087 (U.S.) Lawsuit seeks source of CAIR funding http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=59080 (U.S.) Hayden says CIA videotapes destroyed http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071207/ap_on_go_ca_st_pe/cia_videotapes_30;_ylt=Ap33Yka5uWbDquEzPOBYO8kTv5UB http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/12/06/AR2007120601828.html?hpid=topnews http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/22139312/ (U.S.) Bill would outlaw harsh interrogation http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2007/12/07/bill_would_outlaw_harsh_interrogation/6166/ (U.S.) Lawsuit claims NYC police harass photographers; police say tactics prevent terrorism http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/07/america/NA-GEN-US-NYC-Public-Pictures.php (U.S.) FBI asks public's help in finding who planted fake bomb at University of California San Diego http://www.signonsandiego.com/news/metro/20071206-1832-bn06bombhoax.html (U.S.) FBI: University of California San Diego Target Of Terrorism Hoax http://www.nbcsandiego.com/news/14795649/detail.html (U.S.) 9/11 toxins tied to NYPD sergeant Michael Ryan's death http://www.nydailynews.com/ny_local/brooklyn/2007/12/06/2007-12-06_911_toxins_tied_to_nypd_sergeant_michael.html Iran builds a new road to aid Lebanese allies -- new supply route for Hizbollah http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/12/07/wiran107.xml (Iran) Israeli defense official suggests Israel would still consider military strike against Iran http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/07/africa/ME-GEN-Israel-Iran.php (Iran) Key European nations support further sanctions on Iran http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1196847278213&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Iran) US reversal on Iran intel reflects breaking of the ranks: analysts http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071207/wl_mideast_afp/usirannuclearintelligence_071207111328;_ylt=Am6bNmipCx1DURYL4Z2YtBhSw60A (Iran) 'US report ended attack option on Iran' - Time magazine quotes unnamed "Israeli cabinet official" http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1196847277347&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull http://www.time.com/time/world/article/0,8599,1691682,00.html (Gaza) Hamas Militants Train for Attack on Israel http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,315488,00.html 'Israeli-Arabs planned attack on soldiers' -- suspected of planning terror attack on soldiers at Kfar Qassem and Sde Hemed http://www.ynetnews.com/articles/0,7340,L-3479872,00.html Israel to pardon five Fatah gunmen involved in Bethlehem church standoff http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1196847273287&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Algeria) US authorities sue Al-Qaeda Algerian leader -- Abdelmalek Droudkel alias AbuMousaab Abdelwadoud by freezing his assets http://www.echoroukonline.com/english/modules.php?name=News&file=article&sid=8416 (Canada) CSIS asked terror suspect to act as spy, panel told http://www.thestar.com/News/article/283459 (Canada) Disclosure rules hinder terror cases, RCMP chief says - (my title) http://www.theglobeandmail.com/servlet/story/RTGAM.20071206.wairindi1206/BNStory/National/home EU states urged to do more in fight against terror http://uk.reuters.com/article/internetNews/idUKL0611724820071206 (Turkey) 14 PKK killed, one captured http://www.thenewanatolian.com/tna-29933.html (Spain) Series of clues implicate detained couple in alleged ETA slayings, government says http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/06/europe/EU-GEN-France-Spain-ETA.php (UK) Two BLA terrorists arrested in London http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\12\07\story_7-12-2007_pg7_6 Netherlands: Terrorism report http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/12/netherlands-terrorism-report.html (Australia) Laws stop Australian terrorism supporter from selling story - David Hicks http://www.radioaustralia.net.au/news/stories/s2112149.htm Malaysia's ethnic Indian activists accused of terror links http://afp.google.com/article/ALeqM5iDbBmQBNAhvf__FGI8Xg944kKG5Q Sri Lanka military says five rebels killed in fighting in volatile north http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/07/asia/AS-GEN-Sri-Lanka-Civil-War.php (North Korea) More talks needed on N.Korea nuclear inventory: U.S. http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071207/pl_nm/korea_north_dc_2;_ylt=Ai7nqOAtJen8T3_4z.kpF3.CscEA (North Korea) Top US nuclear envoy says North Korea nuclear disablement on schedule http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/07/asia/AS-GEN-Koreas-Nuclear.php Colombian radio airs Sarkozy's appeal for hostages http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071206/wl_afp/colombiarebelsfrancesarkozy_071206230926;_ylt=An_ZJvYf5dCMmwiXVPTqXsqwv7kA Other News: Turkey ruling Party looks to ease headscarf ban http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071207/wl_nm/turkey_headscarf_dc_2;_ylt=AuAntNCEDuvkiF9kvUBz2uDtfLkA Hague: New committee demands respect for Islam http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/12/hague-new-committee-demands-respect-for.html Denmark: Mohammed cartoons to museum http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/12/denmark-mohammed-cartoons-to-museum.html Amsterdam: Dealing with 'honor' related violence http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/12/amsterdam-dealing-with-honor-related.html Serbs: 'we are defending Europe against Muslim aggression' http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/12/serbs-we-are-defending-europe-against.html Germany: Muslim group criticizes Merkel over mosque comments http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/12/germany-muslim-group-criticizes-merkel.html UK: Cheese company enters halal market http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/12/uk-cheese-company-enters-halal-market.html (France) Suspect detained in Paris office bombing -- inquiry no longer focused on terrorism http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071207/ap_on_re_eu/france_explosion_20;_ylt=Al1pj1hLDvPzotTNud8QSh8Tv5UB French police detain man after parcel bomb - Man had been the subject of a harassment complaint from a female lawyer at the office http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=25&story_id=46731 Against Nazi: Germany to explain sheltering Nazi http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/12/07/wgermany207.xml December 6, 2007 PM Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (U.S.) Iraqi officers go missing in U.S. http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20071206/NATION/112060084/1001 (U.S.) Treasury Designates Individuals with Ties to Syria, Al Qaida, and Sunni Terrorists http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/12/treasury_designates_individual.php (U.S.) Treasury freezes assets of 7 people http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071206/ap_on_go_ca_st_pe/terror_designations (U.S.) NEFA Series "Target America": The New York City Subway Poison Gas Plot http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/12/nefa_series_target_america_the_2.php http://www.nefafoundation.org/miscellaneous/NYCPoisonPlot.pdf http://www.nefafoundation.org/miscellaneous/DHS-FBI_TerroristChemicalDevice.pdf (U.S.) Gitmo court hears US soldier's testimony http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071206/ap_on_re_la_am_ca/guantanamo_trials_22 (U.S.) Hezbollah-tied US Marine pleads guilty to immigration/marriage fraud scheme http://michellemalkin.com/2007/12/06/hezbollah-tied-us-marine-pleads-guilty-to-immigrationmarriage-fraud-scheme/ (U.S.) Prouty's sister-in-law, Samar Spinelli, pleads guilty to immigration fraud http://www.stripes.com/article.asp?section=104&article=50754 http://www.freep.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20071205/NEWS06/712050318/1008 http://www.detnews.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20071204/UPDATE/712040441/-1/rss MEMRI: Different Jihad Groups Are Taking Credit for Same Attacks http://www.thememriblog.org/blog_personal/en/3956.htm Turkish Defense Minister: PKK is only target of cross border operations http://www.thenewanatolian.com/tna-29931.html (UK) Terror arrests given extra time http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/7130214.stm (Israel) 2 Israeli Arabs suspected of planning terror attacks recently arrested http://www.haaretz.com/hasen/spages/931988.html SAARC nations to plan joint fight against terror http://www.hindu.com/thehindu/holnus/001200712062111.htm December 6, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com Iraq: US military says 3 insurgents killed, 19 captured in raids along Tigris River valley http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/06/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq-Raids.php (Iraq) Qaeda fighters migrating to Iraq's north: US officials http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/focusoniraq/2007/December/focusoniraq_December36.xml§ion=focusoniraq (Iraq) Petraeus cites violence decline in Iraq http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071206/ap_on_go_ca_st_pe/gates_iraq;_ylt=A9G_Rnjf9VdHSd0AWw6yFz4D (Iraq) The Fiction of Abu Omar al-Baghdadi http://threatswatch.org/analysis/2007/12/the-fiction-of-abu-omar-albagh/ (Afghanistan) Allies prepare to seize Taliban stronghold -- Musa Qala in the north of Helmand province http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/12/06/wtaliban106.xml (Afghanistan) Taliban claims responsibility for Kabul bombings http://en.rian.ru/world/20071206/91196070.html (Pakistan) Bomb explosion in SW Pakistan kills soldier, 4 wounded - traveling to Dera Bugti http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1046261 Pakistan retakes key towns in northwest: officials -- Matta and Khawazakhela http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071206/wl_sthasia_afp/pakistanunrestnorthwest_071206090447;_ylt=Ao.f12tASfNmSHbmnCSogZnzPukA Pakistan forces capture pro-Taliban cleric Maulana Fazlullah's headquarters - in Swat valley http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/World/Pakistan/Pak_forces_capture_pro-Taliban_clerics_headquarters_/rssarticleshow/2601835.cms (Pakistan) Musharraf: 'Terrorism in Swat, FATA will end soon' http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\12\06\story_6-12-2007_pg1_6 (Pakistan) Police: 'Peshawar blast was not a suicide attack' - report that woman was used as a carrier of explosives http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\12\06\story_6-12-2007_pg7_8 Indian authorities warn that Islamic militants looking for targets in New Delhi http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/06/asia/AS-GEN-India-Terror-Threat.php (India) Mosque anniversary sparks clashes http://www.channel4.com/news/articles/world/mosque+anniversary+sparks+clashes/1149077 (India) Three live bombs found in Rae Bareli http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Three_live_bombs_found_in_Rae_Bareli/articleshow/2600247.cms (India J&K) Militants attack local NC leader's residence in J&K http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Top_Headlines/Militants_attack_local_NC_leaders_residence_in_JK/articleshow/2600437.cms (U.S.) Connecticut: The Patient Terrorist - news analysis on American-born Hassan Abujihaad trial for plotting to attack a San Diego military base http://www.newhavenadvocate.com/article.cfm?aid=4572 (U.S.) 1st witnesses to testify at Guantanamo -- Salim Ahmed Hamdan trial http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071206/ap_on_re_la_am_ca/guantanamo_trials_18;_ylt=ArJE2ncikOZV9t10n.NQU04Tv5UB (U.S.) Guantanamo Bay inmate loses bid to call 9/11 mastermind Khalid Sheikh Mohammed as witness -- Salim Ahmed Hamdan trial http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071206/us_nm/guantanamo_hamdan_dc_1;_ylt=As22TO8BwsjxCOiuLFCnEtsTv5UB (U.S.) Lawyers for Guantanamo prisoner challenge US military court in hearing http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/06/news/CB-GEN-Guantanamo-Trials.php (Iran) Notes from Iran military led to U.S. reversal http://www.iht.com/articles/2007/12/06/africa/intel.php (Iran) 'US nuclear report based on notes of Iranian officials' http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1196847266369&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Iran) US: Iran still poses missile threat -- will not alter plans to build a missile defense system in Europe http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071206/ap_on_go_ca_st_pe/us_missile_defense_4;_ylt=AhoxUFYKHasS_LAM0VZs9ndSw60A (Iran) French President: New UN Resolution On Iran Still Justified http://www.nasdaq.com/aspxcontent/NewsStory.aspx?cpath=20071206\ACQDJON200712060911DOWJONESDJONLINE000746.htm&selected=9999&selecteddisplaysymbol=9999&StoryTargetFrame=_top&mkt=WORLD&chk=unchecked&lang=&link=&headlinereturnpage=http://www.international.na (Iran) Banned cargo on way to Iran held in UAE http://www.ft.com/cms/s/2ff6fdf4-a2d4-11dc-81c4-0000779fd2ac,Authorised=false.html?_i_location=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ft.com%2Fcms%2Fs%2F0%2F2ff6fdf4-a2d4-11dc-81c4-0000779fd2ac.html%3Fnclick_check%3D1&_i_referer=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.jihadwatch.org%2F&nclick_check=1 (Iran) Two-thirds of Israelis oppose attack on Iran: poll http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071206/wl_mideast_afp/israelirannuclearconflict_071206115856;_ylt=AtP9E7CcwF1lN_vdOgVtwuNSw60A (Gaza) IDF kills Palestinian suspected of planting bomb near Gaza fence - shoots two Palestinians http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1196847269954&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Israelis divided over possible Gaza ground operation http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/December/middleeast_December92.xml§ion=middleeast&col= (Israel) MK Bishara Sold Strategies, Israeli Secrets During War - to Hizbullah http://www.israelnationalnews.com/News/Flash.aspx/137696 Saudi paper: Militant cell planned to assassinate top state clerics http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/06/africa/ME-GEN-Saudi-Militants.php (Egypt) Terrorism: Al-Qaeda urged to attack Knights of Malta in Cairo -- to attack Roman Catholic embassy http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1639121012 Nigeria: Govt, Militants to Sign Peace Pact Today http://allafrica.com/stories/200712060738.html (France) Parcel bomb kills 1, seriously injures another in Paris http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/06/europe/EU-GEN-France-Explosion.php (UK) 'Lyrical terrorist' who wrote poems about beheading escapes jail -- Samina Malik gets 9 month suspended sentence http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/12/06/ndetain306.xml http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/uk/crime/article3010203.ece http://www.dailymail.co.uk/pages/live/articles/news/news.html?in_article_id=500057&in_page_id=1770&ito=newsnow NY Sun with quotes: http://www.nysun.com/article/67711 (UK) Muslim Council of Britain Head: Muslims 'criminalized for silly thoughts' http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/uk/crime/article3007088.ece UK's MCB: 'Young Muslims are being convicted of thought crimes' http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/12/uk-young-muslims-are-being-convicted-of.html (UK) British gov't wants to change terror law - to extend detentions to 42 days http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071206/ap_on_re_eu/britain_terror_law_2;_ylt=Ao5rG4VfA2DMR45om7rmF1oTv5UB http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml;jsessionid=JT2FYYU5BQB1RQFIQMGCFFOAVCBQUIV0?xml=/news/2007/12/06/ndetain406.xml UK welcomes Hezbollah's Al-Manar Editor http://www.totallyjewish.com/news/national/c-7775/uk-welcomes-hezbollah-man/ (Australia) Man suspected of joining Jihad rebels - in Somalia http://www.theaustralian.news.com.au/story/0,25197,22884072-5006785,00.html Philippines: 14 Abu Sayyaf rebels get life for tourist kidnappings http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1638794381 Sri Lanka warns rebels after bus attack kills 16 http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/December/subcontinent_December214.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (North Korea) Draft NKorea nuclear declaration must come by year-end deadline, US nuclear envoy says http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/06/asia/AS-GEN-Koreas-Nuclear.php (North Korea) Nuke disclosure still incomplete http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20071206/FOREIGN/112060042/1003 (North Korea) Bush writes letter to North Korea's Kim Jong-il http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071206/pl_nm/korea_north_letter_dc_2;_ylt=Aqw7PvnwyuJYOAz4dhYPrZ.CscEA Other News: Russia: First Muslim clinic - "The policlinic will strictly abide by Sharia law" http://www.interfax-religion.com/?act=news&div=4027 http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/12/russia-first-muslim-clinic.html policlinic: "The department especially of a European hospital or health care facility that treats outpatients" http://www.bartleby.com/61/19/P0411900.html (U.S.) Muslim woman sues for being forced to remove headscarf in US jail http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1196847268707&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Israeli minister fears arrest in England http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2007/12/06/israeli_minister_fears_arrest_in_england/7784/ (UK) Hospital chiefs make U-turn over NHS Muslim prayer beds http://www.thisislondon.co.uk/news/article-23425588-details/Hospital+chiefs+make+U-turn+over+NHS+Muslim+prayer+beds/article.do?ito=newsnow& December 5, 2007 PM Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com The Investigative Project: Duped Again: Interfaith Leaders Accept Fatwa Against Terrorism From Terrorist Sympathizers - Fiqh Council of North America http://www.investigativeproject.org/article/565 (Iraq) 25 dead in Iraq bombings as Gates visits - update http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071205/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq;_ylt=AqmpW154jlv07L6HyzX449pvaA8F (Iraq) Baghdad kidnappers make video ultimatum: leave Iraq in 10 days or we kill British hostage http://www.guardian.co.uk/Iraq/Story/0,,2222030,00.html (Iraq) Families of Britons kidnapped in Iraq make new appeal to captors http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/05/europe/EU-GEN-Britain-Iraq.php (Iraq) "Islamic State of Iraq" Commander Abu 'Omar Al-Baghdadi Announces New Raid on Awakening Movement in Iraq http://memri.org/bin/latestnews.cgi?ID=SD177907\ (Iraq) ABC: Private Security Contractor Agreement Reached http://blogs.abcnews.com/theblotter/2007/12/exclusive-secur.html European Arabs Launch Campaign to Stop Al-Jazeera Broadcasts in Europe http://www.memri.org/bin/opener_latest.cgi?ID=SD177807 Israeli drone video of Gaza gun battle http://worldblog.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/12/05/496891.aspx (India) Delhi on high terror alert; cops hunt for 6 HuJI terrorists http://www.rediff.com/news/2007/dec/05terror.htm (India) Srinagar: Top Hizbul Mujahideen commanders arrested http://www.rediff.com/news/2007/dec/05hizbul.htm (U.S.) Somali National In Ohio Imprisoned In Jihad Conspiracy -- Nuradin M. Abdi http://www.postchronicle.com/news/original/article_212118035.shtml (U.S.) Justices grill Gitmo detainees' lawyer http://us.rd.yahoo.com/dailynews/rss/terrorism/*http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071205/ap_on_go_su_co/scotus_guantanamo (U.S.) High court probes Guantanamo prisoners' rights http://us.rd.yahoo.com/dailynews/rss/terrorism/*http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071205/pl_nm/guantanamo_usa_court_dc (U.S.) Military May Try Terrorism Cases http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/12/05/AR2007120501282.html?nav=rss_nation/nationalsecurity (Iran) Former UN nuclear chief surprised by US intel estimate http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1196847262131&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Israelis feeling frustrated and isolated by U.S. downgrade of Iran threat http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/05/africa/ME-ANL-Israel-Iran.php Fatah 'Peace partner' ready to unite with Hamas -- Day after White House announced $400 million to bolster Palestinian leader against terror group http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=59053 Egypt Detains 25 Muslim Brotherhood Student Members http://www.voanews.com/english/2007-12-05-voa61.cfm?rss=africa (UK) Two men held on terrorism charges -- reportedly related to offenses being planned overseas http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/uk/7128455.stm (UK) Terror police chief takes EU post http://icscotland.icnetwork.co.uk/news/scottish/tm_headline=terror-police-chief-takes-eu-post%26method=full%26objectid=20207335%26siteid=50141-name_page.html (France) Sarkozy urges civilian nuclear cooperation with Muslim nations http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/05/africa/AF-GEN-Algeria-France.php U.N. urges cooperation to fight terrorism http://www.upi.com/International_Security/Emerging_Threats/Briefing/2007/12/05/un_urges_cooperation_to_fight_terrorism/7314/ (Sri Lanka) Attack on bus in northern Sri Lanka kills at least five http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1196847260225&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Other News: (UK) British imam's daughter under police protection after converting to Christianity - due to death threats, woman using pseudonym Hannah http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/comment/faith/article3006561.ece (U.S.) More foreign students at U.S. schools http://us.rd.yahoo.com/dailynews/rss/terrorism/*http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071205/ap_on_re_us/foreign_students (U.S.) Clinton volunteer in US presidential race resigns over e-mail claiming Obama is Muslim http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/05/america/NA-POL-US-Clinton-Obama-Religion.php Rumors: (U.S.) Did Morgan Spurlock find Osama bin Laden? http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/22115291/ December 5, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Iraq) 16 die in Baghdad blast as Gates visits -- in Mosul, Baqouba, and Kirkuk - Mosul car bomb near U.S. military base where Gates arrived, http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071205/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq;_ylt=AtFsgH7q7aAjW5_pXue1EcSs0NUE http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/05/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq.php (Iraq) 2 US soldiers killed, 2 wounded in explosion, gunfire attack in Iraq - in Salahuddin http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/05/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq-US-Casualties.php (Iraq) 4 killed, 10 wounded in booby-trapped car in Kirkuk http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1045961 (Iraq) US military says it detained 10 suspected al-Qaida in Iraq members - in Tikrit and Baghdad http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1196847259254&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Iraqi military: 42 people linked to Sunni leader under criminal investigation http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/05/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq-Politics.php Iraq Struggles to Control the PKK http://www.spiegel.de/international/world/0,1518,521281,00.html (Turkey) Eight Kurdish rebels killed in Turkish military operation http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/December/middleeast_December78.xml§ion=middleeast&col= (Afghanistan) Suicide attack on army bus in Kabul kills at least 16: ISAF -- Taliban claims responsibility http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071205/wl_asia_afp/afghanistanunrest_071205112817;_ylt=Arru2vo6s91fgxq03zi37drOVooA (Afghanistan) Several rebels killed in Taliban 'gateway': US military -- in Garmser http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071205/wl_sthasia_afp/afghanistanunresttaliban_071205070203;_ylt=AoZDwjotpYEJLqNAyuaqr8zOVooA Afghan troops kill 10 Taliban militants - in Shahjoi district of Zabul province http://news.xinhuanet.com/english/2007-12/05/content_7205664.htm (Afghanistan) Leaked aid map of Afghanistan reveals expansion of no-go zones http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/asia/article3000067.ece (Afghanistan) Canadian troops told loose lips can kill, Taliban spies everywhere http://canadianpress.google.com/article/ALeqM5hdFBSJbDYz6SUvAuOC8ZgUUyN-zg Pakistan: Army claims 230 casualties in Swat conflict -- says killed 230 militants and arrested 90 http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1634563326 Pakistani troops regain control of town formerly lost to militants - the town of Alpurai in Swat http://www.thecanadianpress.com/english/online/OnlineFullStory.aspx?filename=w112827A&newsitemid=28931017&languageid=1 (Pakistan) No military action by foreign forces inside Pak: Govt http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/World/Pakistan/No_military_action_by_foreign_forces_inside_Pak_Govt_/articleshow/2598389.cms (Pakistan) Madrassa bombing suspect arrested http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\12\05\story_5-12-2007_pg7_50 (Pakistan) Militants' threats shut video shops to give way to 'Islamic business' http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\12\05\story_5-12-2007_pg7_22 (Pakistan) Burqa-clad 'bomber' smiles her way to death -- update http://www.dawn.com/2007/12/05/top3.htm India raises with Pakistan issue of ISI support to insurgents groups http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1045978 (India) Flight returns to Indian capital after hijacking threat http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1045678 (India) Four Naxals of AP Maoist group nabbed http://news.webindia123.com/news/Articles/India/20071205/842062.html (India) Hyderabad: City put on high alert http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Hyderabad/City_put_on_high_alert/articleshow/2596049.cms (U.S.) Jurors told charity funds warriors - Muslim refugee aid included help for mujahedeen - Care International trial http://telegram.com/article/20071205/NEWS/712050391/1052/RSS01&source=rss (U.S.) Padilla sentencing hearing postponed http://www.miamiherald.com/news/breaking_news/story/331491.html US tries to resume Gitmo trials http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071205/ap_on_re_la_am_ca/guantanamo_trials_1;_ylt=AlApEk7wLWCpMHjPalOWArITv5UB Bin Laden's Driver to Be Arraigned at Guantanamo --Salim Ahmed Hamdan http://www.bloomberg.com/apps/news?pid=20601070&sid=aj2noRnpx9Gs&refer=politics (U.S.) Supreme Court to Revisit Gitmo Case - update http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,315122,00.html Gitmo inmate cuts throat, but survives http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071205/ap_on_re_la_am_ca/guantanamo_7;_ylt=AoLUxN3EfaIIFHNoHmE1tNkTv5UB (Guantanamo Bay) Report: Detainee's Innocence Rejected -- WP states that despite intelligence reports, U.S. military tribunal rules German citizen should continue being held. http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/12/04/AR2007120402307.html?hpid=topnews (Iran) Ahmadinejad: US nuclear report 'great victory' for Iran http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/December/middleeast_December77.xml§ion=middleeast&col= (Iran) US will still press for new sanctions against Iran, official says http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/05/asia/AS-GEN-Australia-US-Iran.php (Iran) Rice says new US intelligence assessment does not mean Iran is no longer a threat http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/05/africa/AF-GEN-US-Iran.php Iran still dangerous, Bush says http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20071205/NATION/112050088/1001 http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/us_and_americas/article3001506.ece (Iran) Mulling the nuclear intent of Iran's mullahs http://news.yahoo.com/s/csm/20071205/cm_csm/eiranbomb (Iran) Israel challenges report on nukes http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20071205/FOREIGN/112050069/1001 (Lebanon) Court postpones trial in plot to bomb trains in Germany http://www.dailystar.com.lb/article.asp?edition_id=1&categ_id=2&article_id=87263 Israeli airstrike kills at least 3 Hamas militants http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1634900950 Israeli Chief of General Staff: IDF is prepared for a Gaza ground operation http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1196834824606&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Israel) Two Kassam rockets strike western Negev; none wounded http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1195546806668&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Israel) Police raise alert to second highest level due to Hanukkah http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1195546806725&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Saudi Arabia works to protect oil fields from terrorism http://www.dallasnews.com/sharedcontent/dws/bus/stories/DN-OilSecurity_05bus.State.Edition1.1c0e94d.html Yemen denies Cole bomber freed from jail http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071205/wl_mideast_afp/usattacksyemenqaeda_071205132511;_ylt=A9G_Rz2GrlZHQ98AsQEwuecA Rice uneasy with insecurity, faltering peace in Sudan, Somalia and Congo hot spots http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/05/africa/AF-GEN-Africa-Rice.php Somali leader in hospital as Islamist rejects talks http://www.mg.co.za/articlepage.aspx?area=/breaking_news/breaking_news__africa/&articleid=326885&referrer=RSS (Algeria) U.S. freezes assets of Algerian over al Qaeda ties http://africa.reuters.com/wire/news/usnN04527476.html (Canada) Radical Islam spread in prisons: Report http://cnews.canoe.ca/CNEWS/Crime/2007/12/04/4706655-sun.html (UK) BBC 'took terrorist trainers paintballing' http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/uk/crime/article3001102.ece UK: BBC withheld terrorist information from police http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/12/uk-bbc-withheld-terrorist-information.html (UK) Analysis:Sir Ian's 'scapegoat' sacrificed http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/uk/crime/article2998954.ece http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/12/05/nhayman105.xml Germany jails three al-Qaeda backers for terrorism -- for setting up a local al-Qaeda chapter that tried to build a nuclear "dirty bomb" http://www.earthtimes.org/articles/show/153539.html http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=26&story_id=46673 German police raid the premises of a suspected Turkish terrorist group http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=26&story_id=46680 French police detain 2 people resembling suspects sought in alleged ETA shooting http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/05/europe/EU-GEN-France-Spain-ETA.php http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=81&story_id=46693 (France) Second officer dies after suspected ETA shooting http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=25&story_id=46671 (Spain) Parties and public protest against ETA http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=81&story_id=46651 (Australia) Somalia 'jihad drive' probed http://www.theaustralian.news.com.au/story/0,25197,22872285-5006785,00.html (Indonesia) Muslims given prison for beheading schoolgirls -- update http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=59045 Philippine Catholics afraid of Muslim homeland deal http://abcnews.go.com/US/wireStory?id=3955669 (Sri Lanka) Military: Fighting kills 29 Tamil rebels, 7 soldiers in northern Sri Lanka http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/05/asia/AS-GEN-Sri-Lanka-Civil-War.php North Korea nuclear disabling on track, U.S. says http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071205/wl_nm/korea_north_hill_dc_1;_ylt=AiZWWPZAQPXbcQyE71CY.hWCscEA Japanese parliamentary panel wants US to keep North Korea on terror blacklist http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/05/asia/AS-GEN-Japan-US-NKorea.php Colombia offers rebels direct talks on hostages http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071204/wl_nm/colombia_hostages_dc_2;_ylt=AlVPsMy3iZwDedUfqsgAvjewv7kA (New Zealand) Support for 'terror' evidence release http://www.nzherald.co.nz/section/1/story.cfm?c_id=1&objectid=10480334 Other News: (UK) British Nurses Told to Turn Muslims' Beds to Mecca http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,315103,00.html http://www.express.co.uk/posts/view/27213/Nurses-told-to-turn-Muslims-beds-to-Mecca (Netherlands) The Odyssey of Ayaan Hirsi Ali http://www.spiegel.de/international/world/0,1518,521546,00.html (Netherlands) Gouda: Death threats against Wilders http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/12/gouda-death-threats-against-wilders.html Netherlands: Dutchified Turkish http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/12/netherlands-dutchified-turkish.html Norway: Imams against female circumcision http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/12/norway-imams-against-female.html TSA, Continental initiate paperless boarding http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/22100817/ China hits back at 'slanderous and prejudiced' alert over cyber spies http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/asia/article3000697.ece December 4, 2007 PM Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Iraq) Suicide Bombing Kills 8 East of Baghdad http://abcnews.go.com/International/wireStory?id=3951201 Turkish soldier, six Kurdish rebels die in clash http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071204/wl_nm/turkey_kurds_clash_dc_2 Al Qaeda-linked Web sites number 5,600: researcher http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071204/ts_nm/saudi_militants_web_dc_2 http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,315273,00.html U.S. Treasury Designates Leader of Al Qaida in Islamic Maghreb (AQIM) http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/12/us_treasury_designates_leader.php Afghan Insurgent Commander Haqqani Dead or Alive? http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/12/afghan_insurgent_commander_haq.php (Switzerland) With Little Fanfare, Nada's Efforts to be Delisted Fail http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/12/with_little_fanfare_nadas_effo.php Colombia offers rebels direct talks on hostages - Wants direct talks with FARC over hostages http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071204/wl_nm/colombia_hostages_dc_2 December 4, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Iraq) Forty Qaeda leaders killed or caught in Iraq: U.S. -- in November http://today.reuters.com/news/articlenews.aspx?type=topNews&storyid=2007-12-04T151525Z_01_L04393091_RTRUKOC_0_US-IRAQ.xml (Iraq) Troops identify slain aide of Al-Qaeda in Iraq chief: US - identified as Abu Maysara http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071204/wl_mideast_afp/iraqunrestusqaeda_071204124249;_ylt=AsxroNFZdh6KgdzaQnjDsjdX6GMA (Iraq) More youths join al-Qaeda: US generals - Number of juveniles in detention jumped from 100 in January to 950 now http://www.straitstimes.com/Latest+News/World/STIStory_183258.html (Iraq) Leader of Qaeda-linked group orders Iraq bombings http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071204/ts_nm/iraq_qaeda_tape_dc_1;_ylt=Agx_0Tx.lkT6OrzBTgbS5DoTv5UB (Iraq) Audio Speech from Abu Omar Al-Baghdadi, the Emir of the Islamic State of Iraq - SITE Institute release http://siteinstitute.org/bin/articles.cgi?ID=publications329907&Category=publications&Subcategory=0 (Iraq) Masked gunmen assassinate member of Huwaijah city council http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1045431 Iraqi officials: bombs, grenades found in basement of Sunni leader's office - update http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/03/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq-Politics.php (Iraq) 60,000 Iraqi fighters manning check points - MNF http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1045425 Iraqi killed as US forces open fire on car - ignored warning shots and headed at troops at high speed - during operation against Al Qaeda in Tarmiyah http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071204/wl_mideast_afp/iraqunrestustarmiyah_071204124833;_ylt=AnsuFV_ZYc5_6VMEiAiol3JX6GMA (Iraq) Video released of five Britons held hostage in Iraq http://www.guardian.co.uk/Iraq/Story/0,,2221759,00.html (Afghanistan) Suicide attack in Afghan capital as Gates visits - Taliban suicide car bomber in Kubal targets NATO convoy - wounding 22 civilians http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071204/ts_afp/afghanistanunrest_071204102915;_ylt=AoyD4q5kK5xp3RJXi0FDWEnOVooA (Afghanistan) US: Al-Qaida Active in Afghanistan - U.S. seeing early signs that al-Qaida stepping up in Afghanistan http://www.time.com/time/world/article/0,8599,1690495,00.html?xid=rss-topstories Afghanistan: UN mission to boost dialogue with ex-insurgents, says envoy http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1630024226 (Afghanistan) Taliban control no more than five Afghan districts: NATO http://www.focus-fen.net/?id=n128624 (Afghanistan) Military Weighs Recruiting Afghan Tribes to Fight Taliban http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/12/03/AR2007120301406.html?nav=rss_world Commentary: Has U.S. forgotten Afghanistan? http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=59011 Pakistan: Female suicide bomber killed - burqa bomber could not reach military - exploded near Christian school instead http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071204/ap_on_re_as/pakistan_bombing_2;_ylt=AoXCg5Ssd7k_lZwgbOgTWJfzPukA (Pakistan) Pro-Taliban Militants kidnap six Pakistani security personnel -- blow up security checkpoint northeast of Khar in Bajaur http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071204/wl_sthasia_afp/pakistanafghanistanunrest_071204081228;_ylt=Akl5xsLHUgxx3avU_x7YL_7zPukA (Pakistan) Troops destroy militants' fuel and ammunition depot in Swat Valley http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\12\04\story_4-12-2007_pg7_3 (Pakistan) Swat valley almost clear of militants - Pakistan security forces claim http://www.dawn.com/2007/12/04/top4.htm Pakistan's Taliban Militants Make New Inroads http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=16869098&ft=1&f=1004 (Pakistan) Militants blow up CD, barber shops in Pakistan http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/World/Pakistan/Militants_blow_up_CD_barber_shops_in_Pakistan/articleshow/2594240.cms (Pakistan) Video shop blown up in Mardan -- pamphlets warning people to halt ‘un-Islamic’ businesses, or face consequences http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\12\04\story_4-12-2007_pg7_2 (Pakistan) Mardan police 'protecting' army http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\12\04\story_4-12-2007_pg7_1 (Kuwait) Money laundering, terrorism financing conference ends in Kuwait http://www.menafn.com/qn_news_story_s.asp?StoryId=1093176349 India fears potential terror funding through its stock markets http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1045648 (India) Bomb blast in Imphal http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Bomb_blast_rocks_Imphal/articleshow/2594252.cms (India Assam) Northeast India railway blast tragedy averted http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1045647 (India) 2 Naxalites killed in encounter in Gadchiroli http://news.webindia123.com/news/Articles/India/20071204/841228.html (Bangladesh) 'Hasina was prime target of 2004 attack on rally' -- by Islamist militants http://www.earthtimes.org/articles/show/152848.html (U.S.) Miami - Liberty City Seven Trial: Jury begins terror plot deliberations http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071203/ap_on_re_us/terrorism_investigation_2;_ylt=As1quECXaRdLKSPMQ0MNcmMTv5UB (U.S.) South Carolina Pipe Bomb Investigation: Student says supposed bomb was fireworks http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071201/ap_on_re_us/explosives_arrest (U.S.) Lawsuit challenges profiling at airports - American Civil Liberties Union sues Massachusetts Port Authority http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071203/ap_on_re_us/airport_security_1;_ylt=ApdRkcoRNCyYbel4lcZzEVYTv5UB (U.S.) CAIR called 'turnstile' for terrorist suspects -- 'Proven record of senior officials being indicted, imprisoned, deported from U.S.' http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=59026 (U.S.) CAIR backs film praising convicted terror supporter -- Group urges Muslims to buy tickets to Sami al-Arian premiere http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=59015 Guantanamo Bay: UN expert to observe military commission hearings http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1630102746 MEMRI: Jihadists Broaden Reach by Launching English-Language Forums, Blogs http://memri.org/bin/latestnews.cgi?ID=SD177707 MEMRI: Ahmad Al-Tayyib, Al-Azhar University President and Former Mufti of Egypt, Justifies Palestinian Suicide Bombings http://www.memritv.org/clip_transcript/en/1622.htm Iran welcomes new US intelligence report http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071204/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iran_nuclear_33;_ylt=AtujhFtyoe8jLwH9BKYaZ9VSw60A (Iran) Estimate of Iran's nukes reversed http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20071204/NATION/112040058/1001 http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/12/03/AR2007120300846.html http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/us_and_americas/article2995111.ece (Iran) NIE Report: Iran Shelved Nuke Weapons Program Years Ago - ABC News report http://blogs.abcnews.com/politicalradar/2007/12/nie-report-iran.html (Iran) Israel vows to resist Iran despite US report http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/December/middleeast_December59.xml§ion=middleeast&col= (Iran) Israel PM: US report should not deter world from dealing with Iran http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1195546799748&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Iran) U.N. nuclear watchdog: U.S. report on Iran 'consistent' with its own findings http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/04/europe/EU-GEN-Nuclear-Agency-Iran.php -- Note: November 16, 2007 report quotes IAEA that Iran could build atom bomb within one year http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/middle_east/article2879741.ece Iran: UN Security Council "symbol of injustice" http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/December/middleeast_December54.xml§ion=middleeast&col= (Iran) Russia's Putin tells Iran to keep nuclear program under IAEA control http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/04/europe/EU-GEN-Russia-Iran-Nuclear.php (Gaza) Three Hamas militants killed in Gaza http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/December/middleeast_December55.xml§ion=middleeast&col= Israel vows to keep hitting Gaza militants http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/December/middleeast_December60.xml§ion=middleeast&col= Israeli defense minister rejects talks with Hamas, holds off on Gaza invasion http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/04/africa/ME-GEN-Israel-Palestinians.php (Israel) IDF troops sustain fire during Gaza op; gunman wounded http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1195546797452&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Egypt Detains 13 Muslim Brotherhood Members http://www.nasdaq.com/aspxcontent/NewsStory.aspx?cpath=20071203%5cACQDJON200712031001DOWJONESDJONLINE000384.htm& Arab Gulf leaders renew condemnation of terrorism http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1045650 Canadian Judge Blasts U.S. Terror Policies http://blogs.abcnews.com/theblotter/2007/12/canadian-judge.html (Europe) An expanding EU confronts nuclear proliferation http://news.yahoo.com/s/csm/20071204/wl_csm/odirty (France) New trial for France's 'Guantanamo six' http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=25&story_id=46624 French police probe link to ETA killing http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=81&story_id=46605 (Spain) Government resists clamor to outlaw Basque radicals http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=81&story_id=46606 (UK) Embattled head of Scotland Yard's counter terrorism command resigns http://www.thesun.co.uk/sol/homepage/news/article543121.ece Australian court hears Mamdouh Habib met Osama Bin Laden - former Guantanamo Bay detainee http://www.radioaustralia.net.au/news/stories/s2109773.htm (Thailand) Bomb kills 6, wounds 20 in Thailand's insurgency-plagued south http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1195546802342&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Thailand) Insurgents set fires at two schools in South - in Pattani province http://www.bangkokpost.com/breaking_news/previousdetail.php?id=124182 (Sri Lanka) Innocent Tamils caught by Lankan police, freed http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/December/subcontinent_December140.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (North Korea) US nuclear envoy becomes highest American official to visit North Korean reactor http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/04/asia/AS-GEN-Koreas-Nuclear.php North Korea nuclear disarmament talks delayed http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071204/wl_nm/korea_north_talks_dc_3;_ylt=AiSpO5aCxTgZDURIsFSRpmGCscEA Japan PM pleads for support of stalled anti-terror naval mission http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1195546797272&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Columbia) France to use 'discretion' in Colombian hostage crisis http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=25&story_id=46603 Other News: (U.S.) Radio Host Michael Savage Sues Islamic Group for Copyright Infringement http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,314829,00.html (U.S.) Homeland Security changes asylum rules http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071202/ap_on_go_ot/immigration_asylum Iran proposes Islamic court for war criminals http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071204/wl_mideast_afp/iranpoliticsjusticeislam_071204121827;_ylt=AjUXfWt.wTpFYmDPZnTN8bRSw60A Iran expels Canadian ambassador http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/04/africa/ME-GEN-Iran-Canada.php Denmark: Threats against social workers http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/12/denmark-threats-against-social-workers.html (UK) London: Female Muslim brokers allege bias in client allocation http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/12/london-female-muslim-brokers-allege.html Catalonia: First congress of Moroccan associations http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/12/catalonia-first-congress-of-moroccan.html Netherlands: Opinions on anti-Wilders movement http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/12/netherlands-opinions-on-anti-wilders.html Netherlands: More Muslims choose local burial http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/12/netherlands-more-muslims-choose-local.html Against Nazi News: Right-wing writer ordered to serve Austria prison term for Holocaust denial conviction http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/03/europe/EU-GEN-Austria-Holocaust-Denial.php December 3, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Iraq) Operation Iron Reaper continues pursuit of Qaeda http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1862469&Language=en (Iraq) US General: 2,000 Al-Qaida Militants Held In Iraq http://www.nasdaq.com/aspxcontent/NewsStory.aspx?cpath=20071203\ACQDJON200712030733DOWJONESDJONLINE000240.htm&selected=9999&selecteddisplaysymbol=9999&StoryTargetFrame=_top&mkt=WORLD&chk=unchecked&lang=&link=&headlinereturnpage=http://www.international.na (Iraq) Advisor to Iraq interior minister shot dead http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/focusoniraq/2007/December/focusoniraq_December17.xml§ion=focusoniraq (Iraq) 12 bodies unearthed in Iraq mass grave -- in area controlled by Al Qaeda http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071203/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq_071201200842;_ylt=Akxid0.fD3ymRwOY2RofPDFX6GMA (Iraq) Hundreds of Iraqis seek aid after al Qaeda battle http://www.reuters.com/article/topNews/idUSL03239320071203 Afghanistan coalition says strike kills rebels in Taliban stronghold -- in Musa Qala http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071203/wl_asia_afp/afghanistanunrest_071203074516;_ylt=Am87okYopWleFgoE5mV_RufOVooA (Afghanistan) US airstrike kills 'senior' Taliban commander http://www.earthtimes.org/articles/show/152142.html Afghans' Criticism of U.S. Efforts Rises; In the Southwest, Taliban Support Grows http://abcnews.go.com/PollingUnit/story?id=3931809&page=1 (Pakistan) Bomb in Pakistani madrassa kills six: official-- in Qilla Saifullah http://afp.google.com/article/ALeqM5iIKJbvXE3QlMUDarvSgMVu4mbXKA http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071203/ap_on_re_as/pakistan_school_bombing_2;_ylt=ApjlfK9zazPztxO_RcDuOiPzPukA (Pakistan) Terror risk to nukes: Bhutto http://www.theaustralian.news.com.au/story/0,25197,22863770-2703,00.html Pakistan stop US envoy Anne Patterson, seeing detained lawyer http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/December/subcontinent_December100.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= -- Patterson previously met with pro-Taliban activist http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071120/pl_afp/pakistanpoliticsusislam Indian capital on high alert following terror threat -- by Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) and Harkat-ul-Jihadi-al-Islami (HUJI) groups within two weeks http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1862463&Language=en (India) Muslim cleric demands apology from Bangladesh author http://www.straitstimes.com/Latest%2BNews/Asia/STIStory_182971.html US Supreme Court to consider Guantanamo detainee rights http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071203/pl_afp/usattacksjusticeprisoners_071203001105;_ylt=Ap1iXrb9m.bNrn.jS34Ir4ATv5UB Business doesn't understand the terror threat http://www.telegraph.co.uk/money/main.jhtml?xml=/money/2007/12/03/bcnterror103.xml Iran wants economic, security pacts with Gulf Arabs http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071203/wl_nm/iran_gulf_dc_5;_ylt=AiBhiOsajIuFV_UEAQloa2tSw60A (Iran) U.S. says agreement with China on new Iran sanctions http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071203/pl_nm/nuclear_iran_unitedstates_dc_1;_ylt=AuucNhMRJOPOzUfcgRmRKENSw60A (Gaza) Three Hamas militants killed in Gaza clash http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/December/middleeast_December38.xml§ion=middleeast&col= Two Palestinian policemen among three arrested in settler's shooting death http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/03/africa/ME-GEN-Israel-Settler-Shooting.php Israel releases 429 Palestinian prisoners http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/December/middleeast_December39.xml§ion=middleeast&col= Somalia: Al-Qaeda cells operating inside the country, says minister http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1626210444 Somali rights group says nearly 6,000 civilians killed in capital this year http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/03/africa/AF-GEN-Somalia.php Algerians possessing bin Laden media arrested http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/theworld/2007/December/theworld_December72.xml§ion=theworld&col= Sudan: British teacher in teddy-bear row pardoned http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Religion/?id=1.0.1626062343 http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/12/03/wsudan703.xml Spaniards fall silent to protest deadly ETA attack in France http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/03/europe/EU-GEN-Spain-ETA-Shooting.php (France) Update:Terror hunt ETA trio shoot police in cafe http://www.news.com.au/heraldsun/story/0,21985,22858071-663,00.html Germany Sends PKK Suspects to Turkey, Wants Turkey to Return Al-Qaeda Suspect http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/12/germany_sends_pkk_suspects_to_turkey_wants_turkey_to_return_al-qaeda_suspect.php Turkish military incurs heavy damage on PKK terror forces over weekend http://www.hurriyet.com.tr/english/7804762.asp?gid=74&sz=47181 (Indonesia) Muslim militants in Indonesia jailed up to 19 years for bombings, killings of Christians http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/03/asia/AS-GEN-Indonesia-Militants-Sentenced.php http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/theworld/2007/December/theworld_December101.xml§ion=theworld&col= Philippine forces arrest 2 more communist rebel leaders http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/03/asia/AS-GEN-Philippines-Communist-Rebels.php (Sri Lanka) 45 killed in fighting in northern Sri Lanka http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/December/subcontinent_December97.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071203/wl_sthasia_afp/srilankaunrest_071203091228 (Sri Lanka) Bomb defused in Lanka VIP area http://www.hindu.com/thehindu/holnus/003200712031722.htm (North Korea) US envoy arrives in NKorea http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071203/ap_on_re_as/koreas_nuclear_3;_ylt=Ap5n_.AnUK3.3L6mCll0eF6CscEA December 2, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Iraq) Death toll for Iraqis falls - Lowest monthly death toll since before 2006 Samarra bombing http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071202/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq_casualties;_ylt=AtYGpkRGaJ7T3P5UWuPGkDes0NUE (Iraq) Shoot-out between Saddam's spy and al-Qaeda brings life back to streets http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/iraq/article2971288.ece (Iraq) Dozens of militants raid Shiite village of Dwelah north of Iraqi capital, killing 13 and burning homes http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/01/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq.php (Iraq) Bombings, shooting kill six Iraqi troops http://www.kuwaittimes.net/read_news.php?newsid=MTE4OTI0NDA5 (Iraq) Iraqi insurgents regrouping, says Sunni resistance leader http://www.guardian.co.uk/Iraq/Story/0,,2220868,00.html Iraq Army Offers to Escort Sunni Leader From Home http://www.nytimes.com/reuters/world/international-iraq-dulaimi.html (Iraq) Corruption and theft soar in Iraq http://www.iht.com/articles/2007/12/02/africa/baghdad.php (Iraq/Turkey) Kurd rebel commander acknowledges Turkish strike http://afp.google.com/article/ALeqM5iZIKuPtkH-Xs0P2ji8ODOEXSRTgA Iraq's Kurds, PKK say no Turkey attack, no casualties http://www.reuters.com/article/homepageCrisis/idUSL02268386._CH_.2400 Turkey Says It Attacked Kurdish Fighters in Iraq http://www.nytimes.com/2007/12/02/world/middleeast/02iraq.html?_r=1&oref=slogin Turkey says inflicts heavy casualties on PKK in Iraq http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071201/wl_nm/turkey_iraq_dc;_ylt=Aq9tMeG2VCFT66fe9BXR6bOs0NUE Turkish army arrests 60 PKK fighters http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1044658 (Afghanistan) Only bomber dies in attack on NATO troops http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1044887 Afghanistan army to reach targeted strength by March http://www.reuters.com/article/worldNews/idUSISL5175520071202 (Afghanistan) Explosions kill seven in Afghanistan http://jindabyne.yourguide.com.au/articles/1096827.html?src=topstories (Pakistan) Three militants killed in Bajaur http://www.dawn.com/2007/12/02/top14.htm (Pakistan) Six civilians killed, 50 militants seized in Pakistan http://news.monstersandcritics.com/southasia/news/article_1377962.php/Six_civilians_killed_50_militants_seized_in_Pakistan__Roundup_ (Pakistan) Security forces take control of Bariam Bar, Pir Kalai heights in Pakistan’s Swat valley http://www.dawn.com/2007/12/02/welcome.htm#45 Pakistani security forces kill 220, nab 50 miscreants in Swat http://www.dawn.com/2007/12/02/welcome.htm 'Pakistani, Bangladeshi militants jointly striking India' http://in.news.yahoo.com/071202/43/6ny9v.html (India J&K) Two Indian troops killed in occupied Kashmir http://www.dawn.com/2007/12/02/welcome.htm#39 (India) Terror attack soon in Delhi, cops warned http://www.expressindia.com/latest-news/Terror-attack-soon-in-Delhi-cops-warned/246125/ (U.S.) Terror case hearing reveals details of Muslim convert informant http://www.boston.com/news/local/connecticut/articles/2007/12/01/terror_case_hearing_reveals_detailsof_muslim_convert_informant/ Experts see rise in Western-looking recruits training in terrorist camps http://www.nydailynews.com/news/us_world/2007/12/02/2007-12-02_experts_see_rise_in_westernlooking_recru.html (Iran) Update: Sanctions weighed again on Iran http://www.csmonitor.com/2007/1203/p06s02-wome.html (Lebanon) Hezbollah signals support for presidential choice in Lebanon http://www.iht.com/articles/2007/12/02/africa/lebanon.php (Lebanon) Lebanon majority backs army chief for president http://afp.google.com/article/ALeqM5iRBgPv9QZksb1TVkwnoddcKZfQUw (Lebanon) Olmert tells Israeli daily US will not sell out Lebanon for Syria http://www.dailystar.com.lb/article.asp?edition_id=1&categ_id=2&article_id=87196 Israelis hit Syrian "nuclear bomb plant" - September raid destroyed factory building warheads with North Korean plutonium http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/middle_east/article2983719.ece Syria reassures Iran on Mideast: official http://afp.google.com/article/ALeqM5jqBIIIsUNPqfKxsoakSfKy8ZBpzw (Gaza) Palestinian militant killed by Israeli artillery in Gaza: Hamas http://afp.google.com/article/ALeqM5gfbX1J8GYPaS3Tji7iOYQFfxp7Yw (Gaza) Hamas casts shadow over peace talks http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071202/ap_on_re_mi_ea/mideast_what_about_hamas Jordan's Brotherhood Body Dissolved http://www.arabnews.com/?page=4§ion=0&article=104172&d=1&m=12&y=2007 (Somalia) New Somali PM Says Open to Talks With Opposition http://www.nytimes.com/reuters/world/international-somalia-conflict-pm.html (Australia) Inmates studying al-Qaeda manual - 40 inmates set up network http://www.smh.com.au/news/national/inmates-studying-alqaeda-manual/2007/12/01/1196394682263.html Sri Lanka army says nine killed in clashes http://www.dawn.com/2007/12/02/welcome.htm#4 December 1, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Iraq) Dozens of militants raid Shiite village of Dwelah north of Iraqi capital, killing 13 and burning homes http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/01/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq.php (Iraq) 10 killed as Qaeda raids Iraq village -- in Duailiyah http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071201/wl_mideast_afp/iraq_071201111249;_ylt=Aq9jDxq_Wq94NChSbPw30bBX6GMA (Iraq) 5 Iraqis in anti-al-Qaida groups killed http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1195546774258&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Iraq) Bomb blast kills American soldier north of Iraqi capital http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1044460 Iraq Sunni Arab leader: "I am under house arrest" http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071201/ts_nm/iraq_dc_13;_ylt=AmNhRfJ9NZcaETuFmFjRAEBX6GMA (Afghanistan) Four Taliban killed at Afghan wedding: police http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071201/wl_sthasia_afp/afghanistanunresttaliban_071201111622;_ylt=AiGcV0eFpIifhLu1z36dzqnOVooA (Pakistan) Forces pound militant positions in Swat as dozens arrested http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1044451 http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\12\01\story_1-12-2007_pg1_3 (Pakistan) Seven Taliban arrested in Dir -- in Swat Valley http://www.dawn.com/2007/12/01/top9.htm (Pakistan) Militants ask school to expel female students http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\12\01\story_1-12-2007_pg7_4 (Pakistan) Musharraf refuses to say what action he would take if Osama captured on Pakistani soil http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\12\01\story_1-12-2007_pg1_1 Kuwaitis Convicted of Jihad Group Membership Sentenced To Death http://www.thememriblog.org/blog_personal/en/3860.htm (India) Special police teams arrest 2 in bomb seizure case -- from the railway track between Chandanagar and Lingampally Railway http://news.webindia123.com/news/Articles/India/20071201/838687.html (India) Maoists gun down ruling party leader in Southern Indian state of Andhra http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1044501 Indian Muslims to meet on Taslima row http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/December/subcontinent_December30.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (U.S.) Prosecutors seek life sentence for Jose Padilla http://www.newspress.com/Top/Article/article.jsp?Section=NATIONAL&ID=565131973171216434 (U.S.) Witnesses to remain secret at Guantanamo trial: NY Times - Omar Khadr http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071201/pl_afp/usattacksjusticecanadaguantanamo (U.S.) Homeland Security aid figures to states http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071201/ap_on_go_ot/security_grants_states_glance (U.S.) Anti-terror aid figures to cities http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071201/ap_on_go_ca_st_pe/security_grants_cities_glance (U.S.) Liberty City Seven Trial: Defense: Fla. terror case lacks evidence http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071130/ap_on_re_us/terrorism_investigation (U.S.) Lawyers: Cameraman held at Gitmo ill -- Sami al-Hajj http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071201/ap_on_re_la_am_ca/guantanamo_jailed_journalist_2;_ylt=Al9NL_nVyEmq0Y4rX0DeEPMTv5UB (U.S.) GAO audit warns of visa terror risk http://www.chron.com/disp/story.mpl/front/5343860.html (U.S.) Savage lawsuit calls CAIR 'vehicle of international terrorism' http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=58970 Iran says it will safeguard nuclear rights http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071201/ts_nm/nuclear_iran_dc_11;_ylt=AvUybyrXn7fu.m9TVr8w8M9Sw60A (Iran) Sanctions loom as Iran nuclear talks stall http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/11/30/wiran130.xml (Iran) EU-Iranian talks break up without compromise on uranium enrichment http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1195546773674&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Iran) Gulf Arab states increasingly wary of Iran’s nuclear plans http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/December/middleeast_December5.xml§ion=middleeast&col= Syria: Annapolis conference a defeat for the Palestinians http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1195546774945&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Gaza) Israeli airstrike kills five Hamas militants http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/December/middleeast_December3.xml§ion=middleeast&col= http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1195546773534&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Gaza) Youths with bombs stopped at Hawarah http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1195546771259&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull UAE reaches out to the Palestinians -- states that Israel guilty of "war crimes" http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticle.asp?xfile=data/theuae/2007/December/theuae_December6.xml§ion=theuae Report: 'CIA used Jordan to interrogate suspects' http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/December/middleeast_December6.xml§ion=middleeast&col= http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/story/2007/12/01/ST2007120100473.html?hpid=moreheadlines Jordanian-U.S. Citizen Missing After Covert CIA Transport -- Khalil Deek was a prime suspect in Millennium Plot http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/12/01/AR2007120100444.html?hpid=moreheadlines Saudi clerics urged to do more to fight militancy http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/December/middleeast_December9.xml§ion=middleeast&col= (Algeria) More than 20 Tunisians join al-Qaeda in Algeria http://www.magharebia.com/cocoon/awi/xhtml1/en_GB/news/awi/newsbriefs/general/2007/11/30/newsbrief-02 (Sudan) British teacher moved to secret location as thousands of Sudanese protesters demand execution http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/01/africa/AF-GEN-Sudan-British-Teacher.php Slovakia extradites al-Qaeda terrorist suspect to Algeria http://www.earthtimes.org/articles/show/150909.html (Spain) Warrants for 46 ETA suspects issued: source http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071130/wl_afp/spainbasquesetatrial Spanish officer dead after shootout with Basque separatists in France http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1195546775299&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (UK) Brother of 9/11 accused wins appeal -- Mohamed Raissi http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,22852504-23109,00.html (UK) Angry MP George Galloway insists Hamas not terrorist, abruptly ends interview, deploys police http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=58924 Philippine military arrests alleged ranking communist rebel leader http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/01/asia/AS-GEN-Philippines-Communist-Rebel.php Sri Lanka says 15 rebels, 3 troops killed in clashes http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/December/subcontinent_December33.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (Sri Lanka) Video shows female suicide bomber attacking Sri Lankan govt. office http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/12/01/asia/AS-GEN-Sri-Lanka.php (Sri Lanka) Security Tightened in Sri Lanka's Capital After Twin Bomb Attacks http://www.voanews.com/english/2007-11-29-voa56.cfm (North Korea) US to add conditions for NKorea terrorism delisting: report http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071201/wl_afp/nkoreanuclearweaponsusjapan (Australia) Haneef lawyer calls for migration, terror probes http://www.stuff.co.nz/4300112a12.html (China/UK) Britain accuses China of 'web-based espionage' http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/business/industry_sectors/technology/article2980250.ece Other News: Vatican extends hand of friendship to Muslims http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/comment/faith/article2974611.ece November 30, 2007 PM Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (U.S.) Jurors to begin deliberations Monday in Sears Tower terror trial - "Liberty City Seven" http://www.kwqc.com/Global/story.asp?S=7434336 (U.S.) Savage fights back, sues CAIR http://www.jihadwatch.org/archives/018985.php http://www.savage-productions.com/Savage_CAIR_suit.html (Pakistan) Army defiant despite Pakistan's divide - New Pak Army chief changing top leaders in Army & ISI http://www.atimes.com/atimes/South_Asia/IL01Df01.html (Afghanistan) Resurgent Taliban Slows Aid Projects, Reconstruction http://www.rferl.org/featuresarticle/2007/11/31f15334-d540-4074-acd3-ae06d9ca35c2.html (Iraq) US 'declaration' a setback for Maliki (commentary) http://www.atimes.com/atimes/Middle_East/IL01Ak01.html (Turkey) Military authorized to launch cross-border offensive on Kurdish rebels http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1195546772073&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull German Phone Companies to Store Data to Combat Crime, Terror http://www.bloomberg.com/apps/news?pid=20601085&sid=aDMSAUXtCNdU&refer=europe Uganda: Chogm - How Security Averted Terror Strike - Suspected terrorists with links to al-Qaeda planned bombing http://allafrica.com/stories/200711301122.html November 30, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Al Qaeda) November 29 Osama Bin Laden message on Afghanistan and Europe - text transcript (NEFA) http://www.nefafoundation.org/miscellaneous/nefabinladen1107.pdf - video link (Laura Mansfield) http://www.lauramansfield.com/E20.rmvb (Al Qaeda) How Bin Laden Outsmarts the US with al Qaeda Propaganda - Walid Phares http://www.familysecuritymatters.org/terrorism.php?id=1385660 (Iraq) 43 held after bombs found at Sunni leader Adnan al-Dulaimi's office http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071130/wl_mideast_afp/iraqunrestsunnidulaimibomb_071130100219;_ylt=AmoJEGK068rvXyjl.D8YQXZX6GMA (Iraq) Crackdown on Iraq Sunni leader after bombs found http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071130/ts_nm/iraq_dc_9;_ylt=AiEJaQ.sJhlUnYDaY0SG50RX6GMA (Iraq) Former rebel leader says Kurdish rebels based in Turkey have left northern Iraq http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/30/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq.php Afghan government calls Osama Bin Laden's comment 'ridiculous' http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/30/asia/AS-GEN-Afghan-Bin-Laden.php (Afghanistan) Taliban claims killing four policemen in northern Afghanistan -- northern Baghlan province http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1044293 Pakistani troops arrest 25 militants in Swat http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/World/Pakistan/Pakistani_troops_arrest_25_militants_in_Swat/articleshow/2582818.cms Pakistan: US hails pledge to lift emergency on December 16 but says more needs to be done http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Politics/?id=1.0.1616504086 US to target Al Qaeda hideouts inside Pakistan, says Bush http://www.dawn.com/2007/11/30/top5.htm U.S. suspects Pakistan nukes ended in Syria -- that centrifuges sold to North Korea by Pakistan in the 1990s may have been passed on to Syria or another country http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20071130/FOREIGN/111300064/1003 (India) Two suspected militants shot dead in Manipur http://news.webindia123.com/news/Articles/India/20071130/838368.html (India) Investigators claim to find clue into terror attack http://www.hindu.com/thehindu/holnus/002200711301924.htm India, US discuss to combat terrorism http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/World/The_United_States/India_US_discuss_to_combat_terrorism/rssarticleshow/2583711.cms (India) 10 Indian paramilitary troopers killed in Maoist triggered landmine blast http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1044175 (Bangladesh) Infiltration of insurgents into India from Bangladesh not stoppable http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1044196 Bangladeshi author to withdraw controversial lines in book -- Taslima Nasreen http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/November/subcontinent_November1233.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (U.S.) Liberty City Seven trial: Miami terrorism trial draws to close http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071129/us_nm/usa_plot_dc (U.S.) Prosecutor: Fla. group was terror cell http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/terrorism_investigation;_ylt=AtBIl.5VFtvP.zBzwtdv9t0Tv5UB (U.S.) Detroit man pleads guilty in bid to aid Hezbollah -- Fawzi Assi http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071130/us_nm/security_hizbollah_dc_1;_ylt=AjX5N.rxpXWheba3pbtXf1ATv5UB http://www.freep.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20071130/NEWS01/711300303/1003 (UK) Britain Faces 'Serious Threat Of Dirty Bomb Attack' -- Home Secrtary http://news.sky.com/skynews/article/0,,91211-1295059,00.html http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1044270 -- Video http://news.sky.com/skynews/video/videoplayer/0,,31200-1295071,00.html (UK) British court orders People's Mujahedeen of Iran to be removed from UK list of terrorists http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/30/europe/EU-GEN-Britain-Iran.php Iran vows never to stop pursuing atomic plans http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071130/ts_nm/nuclear_iran_dc_3;_ylt=Amdo1mmkNQ44jx7_sFWivYJSw60A (Syria/Lebanon) U.S. may be softening Syria policy http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2007/11/30/us_may_be_softening_syria_policy/4351/ Egyptian police seize explosives, uncover tunnels near Gaza border http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/30/africa/ME-GEN-Egypt-Explosives.php 'Fatah, Hamas may join ranks' http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1195546765575&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Israeli court orders delay in electricity cut to Gaza http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/30/africa/ME-GEN-Israel-Palestinians.php (Israel) IDF arrests two suspected terrorists in Nablus overnight http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1195546767760&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Saudi must wage battle of minds with Al-Qaeda: analysts http://afp.google.com/article/ALeqM5iniS7xXfVK8pOWUkJr1GQ12PaBQw Somalia: 15 Killed As Insurgents, Ethiopians Duel in Capital http://allafrica.com/stories/200711291014.html Nigeria: Terror Threat - SSS Arrest 12 Niger Delta Youths http://allafrica.com/stories/200711300334.html (Sudan) Chants For Teddy Teacher To Be Shot -- Thousands of people are marching in Khartoum calling for British teacher Gillian Gibbons to be executed. http://news.sky.com/skynews/article/0,,30200-1295080,00.html http://www.cnn.com/2007/WORLD/africa/11/30/sudan.bears/index.html http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/africa/article2976402.ece http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml;jsessionid=YZWY5JBA0WJ3JQFIQMGSFFWAVCBQWIV0?xml=/news/2007/11/30/wsudan130.xml Slovakia extradites al-Qaeda terrorist suspect to Algeria http://news.monstersandcritics.com/africa/news/article_1377672.php/Slovakia_extradites_al-Qaeda_terrorist_suspect_to_Algeria (Germany) Accused terrorist explains Islamist internet code http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=26&story_id=46491 Northern Ireland police warn holiday shoppers to beware IRA dissidents' firebombs http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/30/europe/EU-GEN-NIreland-Firebomb-Alert.php (Spain) Victims' group head in court over PM ETA 'slur' http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=81&story_id=46498 Colombian FARC rebel films show foreign hostages alive http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071130/ts_afp/colombiakidnaprebelsfranceus_071130120754;_ylt=AmsARQnDJUYnCKEGOGLSWl6wv7kA Colombia seizes videotapes of hostages http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071130/ap_on_re_la_am_ca/colombia_rebels_hostages_9;_ylt=AnorC0w_DOq1IKAb_u5.5Jewv7kA (Thailand) Security increased after crucifixion atrocity http://www.bangkokpost.com/breaking_news/previousdetail.php?id=124079 (Sri Lanka) 27 LTTE rebels killed in clashes in Northern Sri Lanka http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1044174 Sri Lankan military kills eight rebels in fighting in northern region http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/30/asia/AS-GEN-Sri-Lanka.php North Korea nuclear fuel rods "tough to extract": US envoy http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071130/ts_nm/korea_north_nuclear_dc_1;_ylt=AjdPWtMKL9I63XB9EOZcNa.CscEA (North Korea) US envoy says he hopes for nuclear-free NKorea in 2008 http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071130/pl_afp/nkoreanuclearweaponsskoreaus_071130084056;_ylt=Av1InfZiDeVNNfX0yrlDo6aCscEA (US/China) Intelligence report hits China deal -- 3Com and Chinese company merger would threaten U.S. national security http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20071130/NATION/111300095/1001 Other News: FM's complaints of Arab conduct denied http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1195546758539&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Rice compares Israelis and Palestinians to blacks in segregated South http://www.jihadwatch.org/archives/018970.php Norway: 'honor' murderers should get reduced sentence http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/11/norway-honor-murderers-should-get.html (Netherlands) Ehsan Jami works on film on Islam http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=1&story_id=46523 Against Nazi News: Church formed by white supremacists abandons Nazi symbols http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1195546764241&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Denmark retaliates over Nazi http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/11/30/wnazi130.xml November 29, 2007 PM Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Al Qaeda) Bin Laden urges Europeans to quit Afghanistan: tape http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071129/wl_afp/qaedabinladeneuropeafghanistan_071129212341;_ylt=AgfK6QfdOxLttsLrg3Q7j1sTv5UB http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071129/ap_on_re_mi_ea/bin_laden_tape_8;_ylt=AmDV4OiXhrh1SWjSfFyI7PYTv5UB http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071129/ts_nm/binladen_europe_dc_1;_ylt=Ao6Ci_0EXm8XKOYi3ftYMegTv5UB http://blogs.abcnews.com/theblotter/2007/11/bin-laden-to-eu.html http://english.aljazeera.net/NR/exeres/79D8DF58-6E10-40BE-8E32-E485906623C9.htm http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/11/new_bin_laden_audio_tape_deman.php http://www.lauramansfield.com/pt/blog/default.aspx?id=17&t=Paraphrasing-Bin-Laden-The-Afghans-did http://siteinstitute.org/bin/articles.cgi?ID=publications328807&Category=publications&Subcategory=0 (Iraq) US to control growth of Iraq neighborhood patrols http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?col=§ion=focusoniraq&xfile=data/focusoniraq/2007/November/focusoniraq_November128.xml (Iraq) Rocket attack near Iraq's Baquba kills 12 - police http://www.alertnet.org/thenews/newsdesk/KAM932134.htm Indonesian police investigate attack on Australian anti-terror official http://malaysia.news.yahoo.com/ap/20071129/tap-as-gen-indonesia-australia-attack-64ed358.html Lebanon to delay vote again, army chief in focus - Sixth delay in selecting new President http://www.alertnet.org/thenews/newsdesk/L29900958.htm World faces "cyber cold war" threat - New report says 120 nations devloping internet attack systems http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071129/tc_nm/britain_internet_dc (U.S.) Special Panel on Holy Land Foundation & Muslim Brotherhood http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/11/special_panel_on_holy_land_fou.php (U.S.) Holy Land Mistrial: Judging a Designated Terrorist Entity http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/11/holy_land_mistrial_judging_a_d.php (U.S.) No terror link in Minnesota pipeline blast - U.S. http://www.alertnet.org/thenews/newsdesk/WBT007984.htm (U.S.) Minn. pipeline fire sends oil soaring http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071129/ap_on_re_us/oil_pipeline_fire;_ylt=AvxOx7kbSUcr.Q8hNvpOjxus0NUE Sudan Sentences Teacher to 15 Days http://abcnews.go.com/International/wireStory?id=3931639 (Canada) Terror suspect still here - Basque accused in lethal car bombing in Madrid http://www.canada.com/montrealgazette/news/story.html?id=c9f17b76-39c6-447a-8f86-030a3a342d78&k=25372 (Norway) Krekar makes new threats - Former Ansar al Islam head threatens "reaction" from "Somalia or Morocco" if deported http://www.aftenposten.no/english/local/article2126760.ece Sri Lanka says to bomb Tigers till 'terrorism' ends http://www.reuters.com/article/homepageCrisis/idUSCOL314539._CH_.2400?rpc=401& What Fuels the Imperialist Zeal of Islamic Jihad? by Scott McKay http://www.familysecuritymatters.org/terrorism.php?id=1385642 November 29, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Iraq) Two killed, 22 detained in Iraq raids: military http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/focusoniraq/2007/November/focusoniraq_November124.xml§ion=focusoniraq (Iraq) US soldier killed in Baghdad: military http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071129/wl_mideast_afp/iraqunrestustoll_071129111846;_ylt=AjL0fg6XOHJg1kUDRLXX8EJX6GMA (Afghanistan) 34 suspected Taliban killed in Afghan clashes, airstrikes http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/29/asia/AS-GEN-Afghan-Violence.php (Afghanistan) Taliban not "credible threat": British minister http://paktribune.com/news/index.shtml?195038 Pakistan: Army claims control in key areas of Swat valley http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1612426092 (Pakistan) Explosions in Pakistan kill 5, injure 4 others -- in North Waziristan http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1861480&Language=en (Pakistan) Eight civilians killed in Pakistan's Swat: police http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071129/wl_sthasia_afp/pakistanunrestnorthwest_071129112244;_ylt=Amfxx3i.dwWFMyhZ.uRYaE3zPukA (Pakistan) Eight tribal police (khasadars) kidnapped in Mohmand Agency http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\11\29\story_29-11-2007_pg7_1 Pakistan rejects Bush's remarks on anti-al-Qaeda operation http://news.xinhuanet.com/english/2007-11/29/content_7169792.htm 'Pakistan Army is not properly equipped to fight anti-terror war' http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007%5C11%5C29%5Cstory_29-11-2007_pg7_21 (Pakistan) US freezes assets of Pakistani drug lord's associates -- Shahbaz Khan http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\11\29\story_29-11-2007_pg7_17 (India) Blast kills 10 soldiers, 2 others in eastern India http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/November/subcontinent_November1204.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (India) Jihad in India: interview with Moorthy Muthuswamy http://frontpagemagazine.com/Articles/Read.aspx?GUID=33ADCAA3-1E36-4665-881D-8E6C4F6C8D7B (India) Al Qaeda threat to Shankaracharya http://specials.rediff.com/news/2007/nov/29video1.htm U.S. security chief: America's best bet to stop terrorism is at borders and airports http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/29/europe/EU-GEN-Ireland-US-Chertoff.php (U.S.) Ex-sailor accused of plotting to attack San Diego base - Navy's Hassan Abujihaad http://www.latimes.com/news/nationworld/nation/la-na-sailor29nov29,1,2982790.story?coll=la-headlines-nation&ctrack=1&cset=true (U.S.) Feds Say Sailor Charged With Terrorism Made References to Bin Laden in Phone Conversations http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,313684,00.html (U.S.) NY: Doctor sentenced in NY terrorism case -- Dr. Rafiq Sabir convicted for conspiring to provide material support to injured Al Qaeda members to kill Americans http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071129/ap_on_re_us/terrorism_arrest (U.S.) Connecticut: Former US sailor cites ruling in trying to keep phone calls out of terror trial -- Hassan Abu-Jihaad http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/29/america/NA-GEN-US-Navy-Terror.php (U.S. / Australia) 'Terrorist plot' on Aussie US base -- Algerian terrorist known as Abu Sheema http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,22844897-2,00.html?from=public_rss Slovak police seize 'enriched uranium' in raid -- two arrested in Slovakia, one arrested in Hungary - seizure of radioactive material and arrests, underline fears that terrorist groups are seeking to build a nuclear device http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/11/29/wslovak129.xml http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071129/ap_on_re_eu/nuclear_arrests (Slovokia) Police: Seized uranium enough for 'dirty bomb' -- Authorities say initial probe shows material came from former Soviet Union http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/22022256/ (Iran) Bush renews pledge to back Israel if Iran attacks http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071128/pl_nm/iran_israel_bush_dc_1;_ylt=Ag98hiN7X1dxHYFRrnx6uzdSw60A Iran talks to Taliban, unsure of al Qaeda: Germany http://www.reuters.com/article/newsMaps/idUSL2827829220071128 Saudi terror sweep announcement ahead of Muslim Hajj meant to warn off militants, official says http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/29/africa/ME-GEN-Saudi-Arrests.php Jordan sentences al-Qaida militant to 10 years in slaying of US diplomat - update http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/29/africa/ME-GEN-Jordan-Terrorism.php (Hamas) Dr. Terror: An Interview With Hamas Leader Mahmoud Zahar http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,313645,00.html Israel kills four Hamas men in Gaza air strikes http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/November/middleeast_November471.xml§ion=middleeast (Israel) Kassam rocket fired at western Negev lands in Palestinian territory http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1195546761789&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Somalia offensive after attacks http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/africa/7116702.stm (Sudan) British teacher charged with inciting religious hatred in court; riot police surround building http://www.startribune.com/722/story/1580323.html Turkey: Germany extradites 2 Kurdish rebels http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/29/europe/EU-GEN-Turkey-Kurds.php Turkey receives 176 Kurdish separatists from Germany http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1861514&Language=en (France) The Parisian Intifada and "The Project" http://frontpagemagazine.com/Articles/Read.aspx?GUID=20FFE708-EE41-4BC5-8852-DA5248EA086D (UK) Report: Informant who risked his life to fight extremists 'betrayed by MI5' http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/uk/crime/article2963343.ece (Indonesia) Head of Indonesian Counter-Terrorism School Assaulted http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/11/head_of_indonesian_counterterr.php Philippine forces storm hotel to oust coup defendants http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/29/asia/AS-GEN-Philippines-Coup-Suspects.php (Philippines) Former PNP chief Lomibao named head of anti-terror unit http://newsinfo.inquirer.net/breakingnews/nation/view_article.php?article_id=103759 (North Korea) US nuclear envoy says North Korea to submit draft nuclear declaration soon http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/29/asia/AS-GEN-Koreas-Nuclear.php (North Korea) U.S. to hold N. Korea to nuclear promises http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20071129/FOREIGN/111290086/1001 (Columbia) Chavez cuts all ties with Colombia -- over FARC negotiations http://www.cnn.com/2007/WORLD/americas/11/28/venezuela.colombia/index.html (New Zealand) US website hosting Urewera 'terror' evidence shut down http://www.stuff.co.nz/4297098a10.html Other News: (Canada) Muslim artist files complaint against airline http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20071129/NATION/111290065/1002/NATION (UK) British Muslims should protest teddy lunacy http://www.telegraph.co.uk/opinion/main.jhtml;jsessionid=4ZUPKWIC3VO1DQFIQMFCFFWAVCBQYIV0?xml=/opinion/2007/11/29/do2901.xml Islam Ireland's 3rd largest faith http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/northern_ireland/7119049.stm (U.S.) Obama Deals With Muslim Ties http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/11/28/AR2007112802757.html?hpid=topnews Against Nazi News: Man with reputed Nazi past fights deportation from US http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/29/america/NA-GEN-US-Demjanjuk-Deportation.php November 28, 2007 PM Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com Saudis: 208 arrested in different plots - New arrest of eight "pre-empted an imminent attack on an oil installation" http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071128/ap_on_re_mi_ea/saudi_arrests;_ylt=AjWY7ZgjzMpTKeheP48yxHes0NUE (U.S.) Rockford man pleads guilty in mall terror plot - Derrick Shareef allegedly tried to buy grenades http://www.chicagotribune.com/news/local/chi-mallplot_webnov29,1,5245466.story (U.S.) Centers Losing Anti-Terror Focus - State "fusion centers" losing focus due to other duties http://ap.google.com/article/ALeqM5jZgJv0S-3LG4-X9wivUd1i-D4LgQD8T6TM200 (U.S.) Concerns about Mobile Phone Smuggling http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/11/concerns_about_mobile_phone_sm.php (U.S.) When is a terrorism figure no longer one? http://www.latimes.com/news/nationworld/nation/la-na-financier28nov28,1,5657150.story?coll=la-headlines-nation&ctrack=1&cset=true (Chechnya) High-Ranked Terrorist Killed in Chechnya http://www.kommersant.com/p-11699/Chechnya_mercenary/ (Afghanistan) NATO's new Afghan battleground: YouTube http://www.cnn.com/2007/WORLD/asiapcf/11/28/nato.youtube/index.html?section=cnn_latest Afghanistan's Air Corps Struggles to Rebuild http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=16656615&ft=1&f=1004 (Hamas) At least 60 hurt in Fatah-Hamas clashes http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1195546751463&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Canada coming into terrorists' crosshairs: Lloyd's http://www.globeinvestor.com/servlet/story/RTGAM.20071128.wlloyds1128/GIStory/ (Norway) Terrorist threat confirmed - 1979 plan to blow up Israeli & Egyptian embassies exposed http://www.aftenposten.no/english/local/article2125104.ece (UK) British man fails to block extradition to US in terror case - Babar Ahmad allegdly ran jihadist Web sites http://www.newsday.com/news/local/wire/connecticut/ny-bc-ct--britain-usextradi1128nov28,0,2461763.story (Thailand) Muslim crucified, two Buddhists beheaded in Thailand: police http://afp.google.com/article/ALeqM5gHYaoq-uPXBWrI79BO2qUlAJKsUg (Sri Lanka) 16 killed, 20 injured in blast near Lankan capital (updated) - Outside clothing store in Colombo suburb http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/World/16_killed_20_injured_in_blast_near_Lankan_capital/articleshow/2579151.cms (Sri Lanka) Nine killed in LTTE radio station attack in northern Sri Lanka http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/World/Nine_killed_in_LTTE_radio_station_attack_in_northern_Sri_Lanka/articleshow/2578874.cms November 28, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Al Qaeda) Terrorism: New Bin Laden video 'must be posted to Western websites' http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1603891328 (Al Qaeda) UN paints grim portrait of Qaida threat http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071127/ap_on_re_us/un_terrorist_sanctions_1;_ylt=AiBTize25NWuMCHiZYUpXAYTv5UB (Iraq) Female suicide bomber wounds 7 U.S. troops in Iraq -- in Diyala's Baquba http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071128/ts_nm/iraq_attack_dc_1;_ylt=AocLzZzQlT503F.OaMcTKYlX6GMA (Iraq) Two US soldiers killed, two wounded in Northern Baghdad http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1861043&Language=en Iraq: U.S. identify 3 Al Qaeda leaders killed http://www.agi.it/world/news/200711281241-cro-ren0021-art.html (Iraq) Al Qaeda haven no more, Iraq's Falluja rebuilds http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071128/lf_nm/iraq_falluja_dc_1;_ylt=AudVpI7MyHw7y3c5Ob5hLVRX6GMA (Iraq) Sunni militants into security forces: Iraqi cleric http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/focusoniraq/2007/November/focusoniraq_November120.xml§ion=focusoniraq (Afghanistan) Report: NATO bomb 'kills Afghan workers' -- allegedly due to faulty intelligence http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/world/south_asia/7116385.stm (Afghanistan) NATO seeking help from Muslim nations to train Afghan army http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/28/europe/EU-GEN-NATO-Afghanistan.php (Pakistan) Three troops killed in southwest Pakistan: officials - in Panjgoor district http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071128/wl_sthasia_afp/pakistanunrestsouthwest_071128092642;_ylt=AhYUAELY3ZM1ztlmi_B2Hc7zPukA (Pakistan) Militants vacate trenches in several areas of Swat http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\11\28\story_28-11-2007_pg1_5 Pakistani troops regain control of town formerly lost to militants in restive region - Alpuri in Swat http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/28/asia/AS-GEN-Pakistan-Militants.php Pakistani Taliban issue moral code in tribal area: witnesses - in Khar http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071128/wl_sthasia_afp/pakistanafghanistanunrest_071128092701;_ylt=AkHXr8zYr4wKyFPAemq6g37zPukA (Pakistan) Rockets fired at Turbat airport http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\11\28\story_28-11-2007_pg7_25 (Pakistan) Musharraf may lift state of emergency http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/November/subcontinent_November1155.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (Pakistan) Caution: Taliban Crossing http://www.nytimes.com/2007/11/28/opinion/28keller.html (U.S.) Liberty City Seven Trial: Testimony wraps up in Miami terrorism case http://www.sptimes.com/2007/11/28/State/Testimony_wraps_up_in.shtml (India J&K) 949 civilians killed in terror-related violence: Govt -- during 2007 in Jammu and Kashmir http://www.hindu.com/thehindu/holnus/001200711281552.htm (India Assam) Suspected tribal separatists kill 10 workers in India's troubled northeast http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/28/asia/AS-GEN-India-Rebel-Killings.php http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/November/subcontinent_November1154.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= India vows to protect Muslim author in exile http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/November/subcontinent_November1158.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= Iran's Ahmadinejad: 'Israel will not last' http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071128/wl_afp/mideastdiplomacyiran_071128113330;_ylt=AlVHqkGYDrdtTkwiP2FDWNdSw60A Iran attacks Syria's role at Annapolis peace summit http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1603934836 Iran president hits back after 'nuclear spy' acquitted http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071128/wl_mideast_afp/irannuclearpoliticsspy_071128084229;_ylt=An6ejKuLyVhD_hL05zxyP4NSw60A Iran minister ready publish details in atom spy case http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/November/middleeast_November451.xml§ion=middleeast&col= Lebanese majority backs army commander as president, in possible break in impasse http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/28/africa/ME-GEN-Lebanon-President.php Jordan commutes death penalty for al-Qaida militant convicted of slaying a US diplomat http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/28/africa/ME-GEN-Jordan-Terorrism.php (Gaza) For militants, Gaza violence a way of life http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20071128/FOREIGN01/111280047/1003 (Gaza) 5 mortar shells fired from Gaza land in w. Negev; none wounded http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1195546748724&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Hamas caught prepping for West Bank takeover -- Israel arrests terrorists as Annapolis summit prepares to give territory to Abbas http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=58900 (West Bank) Funeral clash between Hamas protesters and Palestinian police in Hebron over Annapolis http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/28/africa/ME-GEN-Israel-Palestinians.php (Israel) Rocket launched from Gaza Strip, hits near Sderot -- radio http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1861122&Language=en Israeli-Arab woman gets three years for contact with Hizbullah agent http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1195546749133&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Tunisia: 9 Convicted on Terror Charges http://ap.google.com/article/ALeqM5iH_DNmpy7KEYkr1MQcQv87ke0VqwD8T6EQCG0 Kenyan Muslims deny Sharia claims - in exchange for votes http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/world/africa/7115387.stm (Sudan) China: Rebel threats against Darfur peacekeepers will not be tolerated http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1195546746310&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Egypt arrests 25 members of Islamist opposition Muslim Brotherhood http://www.mg.co.za/articlepage.aspx?area=/breaking_news/breaking_news__africa/&articleid=326248&referrer=RSS Russian serviceman killed in Chechnya clash http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/28/europe/EU-GEN-Russia-Chechnya.php Chechen Jihad Commander Announces Establishment of "Caucasus Emirate" http://memriiwmp.org/content/en/blog_personal.htm?id=324 Turkey detains four PKK fundraisers http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1861136&Language=en (France) Rioting Youths Shoot at Police in France, Set Cars on Fire in Third Night of Unrest http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,313024,00.html (UK) One thousand terror tip-offs over suspicious cash http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1861173&Language=en (UK) Rammell warns of extremism at universities http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/11/28/nuni128.xml (UK) Code of practice for mosques aims to stamp out extremism http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/comment/faith/article2957492.ece (Northern Ireland) 2 arrested over dissident IRA shooting of Northern Ireland police officer http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/28/europe/EU-GEN-NIreland-IRA-Dissidents.php (Indonesia) Radical Muslims destroy Indonesian church http://www.christiantoday.com/article/radical.muslims.destroy.indonesian.church/14952.htm (Thailand) Insurgents plant two bombs but no one hurt http://www.bangkokpost.com/breaking_news/previousdetail.php?id=124014 Philippines blames communist rebels for most of political killings http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/28/asia/AS-GEN-Philippines-Political-Killings.php (Sri Lanka) Suicide Bomb Targets Sri Lanka Official - female suicide bomber http://www.myfoxphoenix.com/myfox/pages/News/Detail?contentId=5058812&version=1&locale=EN-US&layoutCode=TSTY&pageId=3.4.1 (North Korea) U.S. envoy sees progress before N.Korea visit http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071128/pl_nm/korea_north_dc_3;_ylt=ApTDRoQn1zr5zvldPWOZNTmCscEA (China) Former Chinese Uighur detainee at Guantanamo reunites with family in Sweden http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/28/europe/EU-GEN-Sweden-Guantanamo-Chinese-Muslim.php Financial Jihad: Interview with Dr. Rachel Ehrenfeld http://frontpagemagazine.com/Articles/Read.aspx?GUID=0B75EC5B-6CA4-4484-A77A-AE956C5CBB7E Other News: (U.S.) Minneapolis: To Muslim girls in U.S., Girl Scouts offer a chance to fit in http://www.iht.com/articles/2007/11/28/america/28girlscout.php Dutch lawmaker planning film criticizing the Quran http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/28/europe/EU-GEN-Netherlands-Anti-Quran-Film.php Sudanese official says British teacher held for naming teddy bear 'Muhammad' could be freed soon http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/27/africa/AF-GEN-Sudan-British-Teacher.php Islamic attacks on Savage target advertisers http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=58915 Against Nazi News: (Germany) Vast Nazi archive opens to public, ending 60 years of Holocaust secrecy http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/28/europe/EU-GEN-Nazi-Archive.php Zuroff launches last round-up of senior Nazis http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/11/28/wnazis128.xml November 27, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (U.S.) FBI dismisses Fort Huachuca terror plot story http://www.azstarnet.com/metro/213503 (Iraq) Attack by Iraq "shepherd" bomber kills 9: police - in Diyala province's Baquba http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071127/wl_nm/iraq_dc_21;_ylt=AmaqYsptJ6PvdN_afd7WPsBX6GMA (Iraq) US forces kill five civilians, wound four - due to driving interpreted as suspicious http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/focusoniraq/2007/November/focusoniraq_November115.xml§ion=focusoniraq (Afghanistan) Kabul: Suicide bomb targets US-led coalition troops, kills 2 civilians; responsibility claim made -- by Hezb-i-Islami militant group http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/27/asia/AS-GEN-Afghan-Violence.php http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071127/ap_on_re_as/afghanistan_17;_ylt=AlUFhb.oCgXkphqWMz9.ma_OVooA Pakistani troops seize Swat peak, shut rebel radio: officials http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071127/wl_sthasia_afp/pakistanunrestnorthwest_071127093216;_ylt=Av3z7jPV0zJEx.QyozHBmHbzPukA (Pakistan) 40 militants, four soldiers dead in Swat clashes http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\11\27\story_27-11-2007_pg1_3 (Pakistan) "Swat operation will end before polls" - per caretaker Interior Minister Hamid Nawaz Khan http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\11\27\story_27-11-2007_pg1_4 (Pakistan) 2 govt officials killed in Quetta http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\11\27\story_27-11-2007_pg7_7 (Pakistan) Authorities release over 5000 protesters in Pakistan http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1043277 (India) Interpol help sought to bring Harkat-ul Jihad al-Islami (HuJi) members from India http://www.hindu.com/thehindu/holnus/001200711271221.htm (India J&K) Two militants holed up in a house in north Kashmir http://news.webindia123.com/news/Articles/India/20071127/834565.html (U.S.) Civilian role urged in war on terrorism http://www.boston.com/news/nation/washington/articles/2007/11/27/civilian_role_urged_in_war_on_terrorism/ (U.S.) Minneapolis: E-mails target judge who called terror fears 'dubious' http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=58887 http://votervoice.net/Core.aspx?AID=704&IssueID=12404&atid=9919&siteid=0&App=GAC&AdvocID=4205932&target=true&isVisited=false&targetID=19584975 Iran to reject nuclear halt in talks with EU's Solana http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071127/wl_mideast_afp/irannuclearpoliticseu_071127124852;_ylt=ArYGoIkgUvXWl80tromYrBlSw60A Iran acquits Mousavian of spying charges = but convicted him of acting against Islamic govt http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/iran_nuclear;_ylt=AgUSnCJYakajDnyId_bVc1ZSw60A Iran produces new missile capable of reaching Israel and U.S. bases http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/27/africa/ME-GEN-Iran-Military.php Iran develops submarine and missile http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2007/11/27/iran_develops_submarine_and_missile/2090/ (Iran) Israeli MP Sneh: Iranian missile threatens Moscow http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1195546736219&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Gaza) Israeli troops kill two Hamas militants in Gaza http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/27/africa/ME-GEN-Israel-Gaza.php (Gaza) Thousands of Palestinians joined anti-Annapolis rally in Gaza http://www.focus-fen.net/?id=n128136 Hamas convenes shadow meeting http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20071127/FOREIGN/111270039/1003 Palestinian Islamic Jihad slams Annapolis as worse than Balfour Declaration http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1195546737927&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Gaza's homemade rockets: A visit with Islamic Jihad militants at their makeshift rocket factory http://www.cbc.ca/news/reportsfromabroad/armstrong/20071126.html (Saudi Arabia) 1,500 Qaeda Members Freed After Counseling http://www.nysun.com/article/67016?page_no=1 Nigeria: Osun Bomb Blast - Accused Wants Oyinlola, Tinubu, Aregbesola Summoned http://allafrica.com/stories/200711262218.html (Sudan) Jihad for Abyei oil is disintegration of Sudan http://www.sudantribune.com/spip.php?article24916 (Turkey) Cicek says Turkey seeks extradition of PKK members http://www.todayszaman.com/tz-web/detaylar.do?load=detay&link=128029 Turkish army encourages Kurdish rebels to surrender and benefit from amnesty http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/27/europe/EU-GEN-Turkey-Kurds.php French PM denounces criminal shootings in suburban riots http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1043265 (France) 77 Police Officers Hurt in Paris Riots http://enews.earthlink.net/article/top?guid=20071127/474ba450_3ca6_1552620071127-511565491 (Thailand) Tak Bai raid nets 20 insurgent suspects http://www.bangkokpost.com/breaking_news/previousdetail.php?id=123970 Philippines: Army killed leftist activists, says UN http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1602928390 Sri Lanka military kills 13 with mine: rebels http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/November/subcontinent_November1115.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= Sri Lankan jets 'flatten' Tamil Tiger radio station http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/November/subcontinent_November1119.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (Sri Lanka) Peace with Sri Lanka govt impossible: Tamil Tiger chief http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/November/subcontinent_November1120.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (North Korea) Five-nation nuclear inspection team in NKorea: officials http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071127/wl_asia_afp/nkoreanuclearweaponsyongbyon_071127102457;_ylt=Ailbze5oReDn6PYYqBP6WBGCscEA Other News: (UK) Telegraph: "Islamic finance" http://www.telegraph.co.uk/money/main.jhtml?view=DETAILS&grid=&xml=/money/2007/11/27/cmsharia27.xml November 26, 2007 PM Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Al Qaeda) Islamist site says new Bin Laden message soon -- to address people of Europe http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071126/ts_nm/binladen_europe_message_dc_2;_ylt=AtAPsRRgu_i9jWsSaD3zShcTv5UB http://siteinstitute.org/bin/articles.cgi?ID=publications328607&Category=publications&Subcategory=0 http://www.lauramansfield.com/pt/blog/default.aspx?id=14&t=New-Bin-Laden-Message-To-the-people-of (Al Qaeda) In "Call for Donations," Al Qaeda Admits Financial Stress - by Andrew Cochran http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/11/in_call_for_donations_al_qaeda.php (Al Qaeda) GIMF Raising Money Online for al Qaeda http://mypetjawa.mu.nu/archives/190226.php (U.S.) Fort Dix Plot Trial: Plot suspects want access to evidence http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071126/ap_on_re_us/fort_dix_plot (U.S.) New York: Court says US border inspections of Muslims were allowed http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/26/america/NA-GEN-US-Muslims-Stopped.php (Iraq) Soldiers Thwart Terror Suspects Disguised As Bride -- near Taji http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,312887,00.html (Iraq) Maliki says Iraqi government will seek renewal of multinational forces http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/26/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq-al-Maliki.php Afghanistan and the Disturbing Lack of Stategic Thinking - by Douglas Farah http://www.douglasfarah.com/article/279/afghanistan-and-the-disturbing-lack-of-stategic-thinking.com Algeria: Al-Qaeda calls for boycott of administrative elections http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1599230796 Egyptian police find land mines, bombs buried in Sinai desert http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/26/africa/ME-GEN-Egypt-Explosives.php Turkey, US focused on intelligence sharing http://www.turkishdailynews.com.tr/article.php?enewsid=89540 U.K. to recruit more non-white, Muslim intelligence agents http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071126/wl_uk_afp/britainsecurityasiamuslimsspies (UK) Hezbollah Will Avenge Iran Strike http://www.express.co.uk/posts/view/26277/Hezbollah-will-avenge-Iran-strike Other News: (U.S.) Commentary: Begin the Debate: Nine-Point Guide to Discern Islamist from Non-Islamist Schools -- by M. Zuhdi Jasser http://www.familysecuritymatters.org/challenges.php?id=1385607 (UK) Archbishop 'confused' about radical Islam http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/11/26/nbishop126.xml (UK) North show gets to grips with Islam -- spa town of Harrogate to live under Shariah law for 3 weeks in television show http://icnewcastle.icnetwork.co.uk/sundaysun/news/tm_headline=north-show-gets-to-grips-with-islam&method=full&objectid=20157158&siteid=50081-name_page.html Against Nazi News: (Germany) Witnesses Reluctant to Come Forward: Police Hunt Neo-Nazis Who Cut Swastika Into Woman's Hip http://www.spiegel.de/international/germany/0,1518,519682,00.html (UK) Hundreds to protest Holocaust denier at Oxford University free speech forum http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/26/europe/EU-GEN-Britain-Oxford-Protests.php November 26, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (U.S.) Islamists target Arizona base -- report that Jihadists from Iraq and Afghanistan planned attack on Fort Huachuca http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20071126/NATION/111260034/1001 http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071126/ts_alt_afp/usattacksmexicohuachuca_071126082617;_ylt=AtJ_FbKeB4H_1NWfkE7vLvkTv5UB --- previous related report http://www.nationalterroralert.com/updates/2007/11/18/tucson-tv-station-broadcasts-arizona-fort-huachuca-terror-threat-report/ (Iraq) American forces kill 10 Qaeda insurgents in Iraq - north of Baghdad - and 8 detained in Samarra on Sunday http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1860351&Language=en (Iraq) Gunmen slaughter 11 relatives of Iraqi journalist http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071126/wl_mideast_afp/iraqunrestmedia_071126124437;_ylt=AjZMGLmOidoawhBoFUOcecFX6GMA Iraqi Shiites denounce draft legislation -- to ease curbs on ex-Saddam Hussein loyalists in government services http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071126/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq_071029195500;_ylt=Aqeh8vWi9..ujeeffH.LYUBX6GMA Iraq forces improve but not ready yet: US general http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/focusoniraq/2007/November/focusoniraq_November107.xml§ion=focusoniraq (Afghanistan) Kabul bomb kills four Afghan civilians: police http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071126/wl_sthasia_afp/afghanistanunrestkabul_071126091154;_ylt=AqwtYSwphk7QVyeeL.jnldjOVooA Afghan lawmakers walk out in bomb probe protest http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/November/subcontinent_November1073.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= Pakistani forces kill two militant commanders: officials -- in Swat valley http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071126/wl_sthasia_afp/pakistanunrestnorthwest_071126090452;_ylt=AmfTw3S.x2C5zglBW0rCaTfzPukA Pakistani forces kill 15 militants in northern valley http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1860478&Language=en (Pakistan) Two Rawalpindi blast suspects arrested http://www.dawn.com/2007/11/26/top6.htm (Pakistan) Taliban burn aid agency food: officials -- in South Waziristan http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\11\26\story_26-11-2007_pg7_4 http://www.dawn.com/2007/11/26/top8.htm (Pakistan) Musharraf set to quit army, become civilian president on Thursday http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/26/asia/AS-GEN-Pakistan-Musharraf.php (India J&K) Insurgent killed in police encounter in Kashmir -- in Pulwama district http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1860334&Language=en http://news.webindia123.com/news/Articles/India/20071126/833490.html (India J&K) 2 top ultras killed, CRPF bunker attacked, tragedy averted in J&K http://news.webindia123.com/news/Articles/India/20071126/833608.html (India) Uttar Pradesh govt to set up Anti-Terror squads http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/India/Uttar_Pradesh_govt_to_set_up_Anti-Terror_squads/articleshow/2572810.cms India in dilemma over exiled Muslim woman writer http://africa.reuters.com/world/news/usnDEL113114.html Iran rebukes Saudi Arabia over Mideast conference http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071126/wl_mideast_afp/mideastdiplomacyiransaudiarab_071126115332;_ylt=AtOZLFrKse5TMPs7sfktYw5Sw60A Iran poised to destabilize Lebanon -- Tehran, Syria slam Annapolis on verge of peace conference http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=58861 Syria to attend Annapolis summit http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=58860 U.S. 'holding back reports critical of Palestinians' - Officials say State Department fears affecting negotiations leading to Annapolis http://www.wnd.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=58862 Hamas steps up verbal attacks on Abbas as peace summit gets under way http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/26/africa/ME-GEN-Israel-Palestinians.php Israeli fire kills three Palestinians in Gaza http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071126/wl_mideast_afp/mideastconflictgazatoll (Israel) Hamas bomber sentenced to 18 life terms -- Ayad Abu-Shehadam for bombings in Beersheba that killed 16 people http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2007/11/26/hamas_bomber_sentenced_to_18_life_terms/2707/ (Israel) 'Majority of Hamas detainees released' http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1195546723448&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Israel) IDF arrests 14 Palestinian terror suspects in West Bank http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1195546726038&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Nigerian military reports clash with militants near Shell gas plant http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/25/africa/AF-GEN-Nigeria-Oil-Unrest.php Sudan: Lobby Warns of New Darfur Insurgency http://allafrica.com/stories/200711260816.html (Russia) Suicide Bomber Suspect in Bus Blast http://www.themoscowtimes.com/stories/2007/11/26/014.html (UK) Counter terror Yard chief's fears http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/11/26/npolice126.xml (UK) Terror detention plans condemned http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/politics/7112439.stm (Spain) New ETA manual hints at group's growing paranoia http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=81&story_id=46322 (Thailand) Malaysian held as rebel suspect http://www.bangkokpost.com/topstories/topstories.php?id=123941 (Thailand) 20 suspects detained in Narathiwat http://www.nationmultimedia.com/2007/11/26/national/national_30057472.php (Thailand) Separatist suspects nabbed in Tak Bai http://www.bangkokpost.com/breaking_news/previousdetail.php?id=123954 Philippine communist rebels declare truce in typhoon-ravaged areas to aid recovery http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/26/asia/AS-GEN-Philippines-Communist-Rebels.php (Sri Lanka) Military: rebels suspected of killing 4 farmers in Sri Lanka; 5 rebels killed in clashes http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/26/asia/AS-GEN-Sri-Lanka-Civil-War.php (Sri Lanka) LTTE shifting operations to Kerala coast: Top Navy official http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Top_Headlines/LTTE_shifting_operations_to_Kerala_coast_Top_Navy_offcial/articleshow/2572692.cms (Sri Lanka) Tamil group says it will defy ban, continue work in Lanka http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Top_Headlines/Tamil_group_says_it_will_defy_ban_continue_work_in_Lanka/articleshow/2571036.cms North Korea to come clean on nuclear programs: report http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071126/wl_asia_afp/nkoreanuclearweaponsusdiplomatskorea_071126081954;_ylt=AmydejrtAG_C_zOAmTD5Fn2CscEA Japanese paper: N. Korea discussed chemical arms technology with Syria http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1195546726110&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/26/asia/AS-GEN-NKorea-Syria.php (Columbia) Venezuela freezes ties with Colombia over mediation row http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/World/Rest_of_World/Venezuela_freezes_ties_with_Colombia_over_mediation_row/articleshow/2570711.cms Other News: GOP Presidential Hopeful Mike Huckabee Says Next Terror Attack 'Postmarked Pakistan' http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,312766,00.html Huckabee: America enslaved to Saudi oil http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071125/ap_on_el_pr/huckabee_saudi (France) New riots shock France http://afp.google.com/article/ALeqM5gNnzfpWkDBxijtsu4wReCzT7e6OA http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1599286875 http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/europe/article2947984.ece http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/11/paris-riots.html http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=25&story_id=46332 (Sudan) British teacher faces lashes in Sudan after class teddy bear is named 'Muhammad' http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/africa/article2947734.ece (Sudan) British teacher held in Sudan over teddy bear's name -- accused of insulting Islam's Prophet by letting her class of 7-year-olds name a teddy bear Mohammed http://africa.reuters.com/top/news/usnBAN640050.html Qatar Islamic Bank eyes London listing for UK unit http://investing.reuters.co.uk/news/articleinvesting.aspx?rpc=401&type=newIssuesNews&storyID=2007-11-26T124502Z_01_L26562801_RTRIDST_0_QATARISLAMIC-UKLICENCE.XML Islamic Banking Enters Mainstream http://dealbook.blogs.nytimes.com/2007/11/26/islamic-banking-enters-mainstream/ Islamic banking rises on oil wealth, drawing non-Muslims http://www.iht.com/articles/2007/11/22/business/islamic.php (Denmark) Habdol Hamid: Denmark should indicate its disgust to Saudi Arabia http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/11/habdol-hamid-denmark-should-indicate.html (Sweden) Stockholm: Protest against Iranian government http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/11/stockholm-protest-against-iranian.html November 25, 2007 PM Anti-Terrorism News (Iraq) Iraqi Shiite Leader Defends Iran http://ap.google.com/article/ALeqM5gkx-3oYeFwuWKCusr2jrojs98w8wD8T506CO3 (India) Update: Four bomb blasts in Assam, two killed http://www.hindu.com/2007/11/26/stories/2007112656350100.htm (Gaza) Interview with Hamas's Said Siyam http://aawsat.com/english/news.asp?section=3&id=10988 (Israel) Tension rises as Hamas threatens fresh bloodshed http://news.independent.co.uk/world/middle_east/article3196245.ece (Lebanon) Hezbollah Adds New Demand in Lebanon http://ap.google.com/article/ALeqM5hqJ_5OmNTlIdB4U-SVQM73KkzH7wD8T4S8EG0 (Israel) Update: Terror alert raised; IDF kills four Palestinians in territories. http://www.haaretz.com/hasen/spages/927845.html (Colombia/Venezuela) Uribe: Chavez wants a Marxist FARC government in Colombia http://afp.google.com/article/ALeqM5h38LF1xlbHKvSwV8pfmsfWV93Ddw (Colombia) Dutch Woman Joins Guerrillas in Colombia http://ap.google.com/article/ALeqM5gKbpX8_9KkkOpz6-rF4jzb1QVdkgD8T4T3J80 November 25, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com Al-Qaeda kingpin: I trained 9/11 hijackers - Louai al-Sakka, convicted in Turkey, claims major role in attacks http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/europe/article2936761.ece (Iraq) Car bomb kills 9 in Baghdad - near a medical complex -- also roadside bomb in Baghdad kills 1 one civilian, wounds 8 others http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071125/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq_071029195491;_ylt=AsoZqckJChOaI4kMXgTmV9dX6GMA (Iraq) Five killed in Baghdad blast - in booby trapped car in Baghdad's Al-Muaadham district http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1860092&Language=en (Iraq) U.S. troops detain 24 suspects in operations targeting al-Qaida in Iraq, military says -- in Samarra, Youssifiyah, Daband-i-Khan, and Mosul http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/25/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq-Raids.php (Iraq) Al-Qaeda group kills nine abducted officer - says captured in Salahuddin province http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,22818162-38201,00.html (Iraq) Powerful Iraqi Shiite politician: US needs more proof of allegations Iran is fomenting violence http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/25/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq-Shiites.php (Iraq) U.S.: Iran-linked Shiites admit pet market blast http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/21947843/ (Iraq) U.S. manages its political expectations for Iraq http://www.iht.com/articles/2007/11/25/africa/policy.php Iraq docs targeted -- "Islamic death squads are targeting Iraqi doctors and engineers in Basra" http://www.sundaymirror.co.uk/news/sunday/2007/11/25/iraq-docs-targeted-98487-20157320/ (Afghanistan) Nearly 80 Taliban killed in Afghan air strikes: official -- 65 killed in single air strike in in eastern Paktia http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071125/wl_sthasia_afp/afghanistanunrest_071125111918;_ylt=Aqf.RiUbUwwZO2IqZA1hoe_OVooA (Afghanistan) U.S. Notes Limited Progress in Afghan War - White House assessment says strategic goals set for 2007 not met http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/11/24/AR2007112401333.html http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/21955108/ Pakistani troops pound militants, 30 killed: officials Pakistani troops pound militants, 30 killed: officials -- in Swat valley http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071125/wl_sthasia_afp/pakistanunrestnorthwest_071125100112;_ylt=AnC4KAoLf_L4s.CuJdotrTbzPukA (Pakistan) Mirali villages pounded: three dead http://www.dawn.com/2007/11/25/top9.htm (Pakistan) Rocket hits minister's home -- caretaker minister, Sardar Sadat Ali Hazara http://www.dawn.com/2007/11/25/top12.htm (Pakistan) Bomb explodes, another defused in Swabi - local Taliban suspected http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\11\25\story_25-11-2007_pg7_48 (Pakistan) Blast suspends Quetta rail link http://www.dawn.com/2007/11/25/top11.htm (Pakistan) US to restructure, not cut, massive aid to Pakistan http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\11\25\story_25-11-2007_pg7_1 (India) Police release sketches of UP bomb suspects http://www.gulf-times.com/site/topics/article.asp?cu_no=2&item_no=186626&version=1&template_id=40&parent_id=22 (India) Uttar Pradesh bombings mark new phase of Islamist terror http://www.hindu.com/2007/11/25/stories/2007112555861000.htm (India) Police turn to technology in hunt for bombers http://www.hindu.com/2007/11/25/stories/2007112555680800.htm (India Assam) Serial blasts in Assam, 2 killed -- 18 injured - in India's insurgency-hit northeast http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Serial_blasts_in_Assam_2_killed/articleshow/2569962.cms (India J&K) Jawan killed in cross-border firing in J&K http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/India/Jawan_killed_in_cross-border_firing_in_JK/articleshow/2569487.cms (U.S.) America becoming conspiracy nation - survey shows increasing numbers believe alternative explanations for 9/11 attacks http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=58852 (U.S.) Book Dispels Okla. City Bomb Conspiracy http://ap.google.com/article/ALeqM5htmW-Tq6vbile_R0CSt7r8W2DpDAD8T41LK00 Iran dimisses US accusations over recent Baghdad blasts http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/25/africa/ME-GEN-Iran-US-Iraq.php Iran says IAEA closes more files over atomic work http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/November/middleeast_November402.xml§ion=middleeast&col= Iran arrests 11 Kurdish rebels: ministry http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/November/middleeast_November401.xml§ion=middleeast&col= (Lebanon) Hezbollah recruits thousands in Lebanon crisis http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/11/25/wlebanon125.xml (Lebanon) Hezbollah raises specter of long Lebanon power void http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/lebanon_president_dc;_ylt=AjKOHsOT9nre_0Hh.P_aodXagGIB (Lebanon) Hezbollah blames US for blocking Lebanese election http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/25/africa/ME-GEN-Lebanon-Election.php (Gaza) Defiant Hamas rules by fear in isolated Gaza http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/middle_east/article2937105.ece Israeli troops kill two militants in Gaza gunbattle http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/25/africa/ME-GEN-Israel-Palestinians-Clash.php (Israel) Jerusalem police lift terror 'red alert' http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1195546719681&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Israel) Kassam fired from Gaza; no wounded or damage reported http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1195546717187&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Arabs prepare for Mideast conference warning against normalization with Israel http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/25/africa/ME-GEN-Arabs-Mideast-Conference.php Saudis calling shots at Annapolis peace conference? http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=58853 (Russia) Powerful bomb found in Chechnya http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2007/11/24/powerful_bomb_found_in_chechnya/7757/ (Turkey) Politics gains upper hand in fight against terror, optimism prevails http://www.sundayszaman.com/sunday/detaylar.do?load=detay&link=2539 (UK) Brit universities are terror hotbeds http://tvnz.co.nz/view/page/1318360/1462381 (UK) Hizb ut-Tahrir calls for change to Islamic rule in Pakistan http://www.guardian-series.co.uk/news/walthamforest/walthamforestnews/display.var.1857502.0.waltham_forest_ht_calls_for_change_to_islamic_rule_in_pakistan.php (UK) US is 'worst' imperialist: archbishop -- interview with British Muslim magazine criticizes US and "chosen nation myth of America" http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/comment/faith/article2937068.ece http://extras.timesonline.co.uk/arch2.pdf http://extras.timesonline.co.uk/arch1.pdf http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml;jsessionid=WHULASR43PYAZQFIQMFCFGGAVCBQYIV0?xml=/news/2007/11/25/nbishop225.xml (Thailand) Muslim woman shot dead in Pattani http://www.nationmultimedia.com/breakingnews/read.php?newsid=30057332 (Sri Lanka) Air force destroys Tamil Tigers' satellite communications center, military says http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/25/asia/AS-GEN-Sri-Lanka-Civil-War.php (Sri Lanka) Violence kills 21 in Sri Lanka, military says - update http://www.c-n.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20071124/FRONT01/71124011 (Nepal) Efforts underway to remove Maoists from US terror list: Carter http://www.nepalnews.com/archive/2007/nov/nov24/news10.php Other News: Indonesia: Aceh invites tourists to see Sharia law in action http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Religion/?id=1.0.1590498126 Commentary: It is proper to challenge Islam -- by Jemima Khan http://www.telegraph.co.uk/opinion/main.jhtml;jsessionid=WHULASR43PYAZQFIQMFCFGGAVCBQYIV0?xml=/opinion/2007/11/25/do2504.xml (Norway) Trondheim: Muslim police student incident during Jewish community visit http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/11/trondheim-muslim-police-student.html November 24, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Iraq) Iran-backed militants behind Baghdad bombing: US http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071124/wl_mideast_afp/iraqunrestiranus_071124105455;_ylt=ArcYwNJeEqpFr8i7wwV0D71X6GMA (Iraq) Thousands roar support for Sadr in Baghdad bastion http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/focusoniraq/2007/November/focusoniraq_November100.xml§ion=focusoniraq (Iraq) Municipal official in Kirkuk, assassinated http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1859850&Language=en (Iraq) Curfew imposed as Iraqi forces launch major offensive in oil-rich northern city of Kirkuk http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/24/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq-Kirkuk.php Iraqi husband and wife journalists escape assassination attempt in Baghdad http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/24/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq-Journalists-Attacked.php (Iraq) U.S. military says Mosul bomb attacks killed 21 - updated death toll on Friday attack http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071124/ts_nm/iraq_mosul_dc (Iraq) 5000 US troops to withdraw from Iraq http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,22817154-23109,00.html Afghan suicide attack leaves 7 dead - in Kabul - including 3 children and Italian soldier http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071124/ap_on_re_as/afghanistan_4;_ylt=ApzrCF.5izzoTdWMzzxy5l_OVooA (Afghanistan) Taliban exact revenge in area claimed by Canadian and Afghan forces - Charghulba area checkpoint http://www.canada.com/topics/news/story.html?id=72763cbb-70f0-4a9f-99ca-11e6be02470a&k=6835 (Pakistan) 2 suicide attacks kill 35 in Pakistan - in Rawalpindi - checkpoint outside army HQ and suicide car bomb rams bus carrying ISI intelligence officers http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071124/ap_on_re_as/pakistan_861;_ylt=AnDNg7Tq.6XYZFNVfPJU6nrzPukA (Pakistan) New sectarian clashes kill 50 in Pakistan - in Parachinar district http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/November/subcontinent_November981.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= Pakistan-based militants planning worldwide attacks: Musharraf http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/World/Pakistan/Pak-based_militants_planning_worldwide_attacks_Musharraf/articleshow/2566186.cms (Pakistan) Troops amassing for Dir operation http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\11\24\story_24-11-2007_pg1_9 (Pakistan) Militants vacate Alpuri http://www.dawn.com/2007/11/24/top3.htm (Pakistan) 3 cops killed in Quetta violence http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\11\24\story_24-11-2007_pg1_6 (Pakistan) Eight hurt in explosion -- in Mahmoud tehsil of Bajaur Agency http://www.dawn.com/2007/11/24/top8.htm Report: Pakistan warned US of plans on emergency rule http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\11\24\story_24-11-2007_pg1_3 (India J&K) Harkat-ul-Jehad Islami (HUJI) "commander" killed by associates in Kashmir http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1859908&Language=en India hunts bombers after explosions kill 13 - in Uttar Pradesh http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/November/subcontinent_November979.xml§ion=subcontinent UP blasts blamed on terror groups, says Jaiswal http://www.hindustantimes.com/Redir.aspx?ID=a16be996-8854-44f9-802f-07d5c15b0688&ParentID=55f3909e-ddde-4459-88a7-c196a1c0a702 Indian governor escapes assassination attempt - Goa http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1859889&Language=en (India) Bag containing explosives recovered from Patna railway junction http://news.webindia123.com/news/Articles/India/20071124/832083.html (India) Bag allegedly containing bomb making items found in Ayodhya http://news.webindia123.com/news/Articles/India/20071124/832071.html (Bangladesh) Hizb-ut Tahrir Islamists protest US naval presence for cyclone relief http://www.earthtimes.org/articles/show/147173.html (U.S.) Annapolis, Maryland: Summit terror threat advisory issued http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071123/ap_on_re_us/mideast_peace_security_2;_ylt=Aoqntd5sjcPwEMYicYuY6HQTv5UB (U.S.) 'Lone-wolf terrorists' may threaten Mideast summit http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20071124/NATION/111240035/1002 (U.S.) Firefighters trained as lookouts for terrorism http://www.startribune.com/484/story/1570117.html (U.S.) National Guard: Study Jihadists, take advantage of DOD foreign culture, language programs, Guardmembers urged http://www.ngb.army.mil/news/archives/2007/11/112007-jihadists.aspx (U.S.) "Saudi Islamic school in Virginia again defending its reputation" http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/24/america/NA-GEN-US-Saudi-Academy.php Iran has produced nuclear fuel pellets for its heavy water reactor http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1195546713033&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Lebanon) US urges calm in Lebanon -- Lebanon outgoing pro-Syrian president Lahoud declares state of emergency and ordered army to take control http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/us_lebanon;_ylt=AuNvy2.JbyC4yENA9HQi6MbagGIB http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1195546711157&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Hamas: Deadlier rockets can be developed in a short period http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1195546712955&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull http://www.haaretz.com/hasen/spages/927476.html Hamas 'shocked' at Arab backing of Annapolis http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/November/middleeast_November379.xml§ion=middleeast Gaza militants stage mass protest against Annapolis conference http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/23/africa/ME-GEN-Palestinians-Gaza-Mideast-Conference.php Arabs will go to Annapolis http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/November/middleeast_November371.xml§ion=middleeast&col= Palestinian fighters attack Israeli troops on outskirts of Gaza Strip http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1859882&Language=en IDF troops fire at two Palestinians in northern Gaza Strip http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1195546711072&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Saudi Arabia) Surprise, Surprise: Yet More Evidence that the Majority of Foreign Fighters in Iraq Come from Saudi Arabia http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/11/surprise_surprise_yet_more_evi.php (Algeria) Maghreb al Qaeda defiant after senior figure dies http://africa.reuters.com/top/news/usnBAN430350.html Algeria: A court sentences Al Qaeda-linked terrorist to eight years in prison http://www.echoroukonline.com/english/modules.php?name=News&file=article&sid=8308 Nigerians trained in Al-Qaeda Algerian camps face trial http://www.echoroukonline.com/english/modules.php?name=News&file=article&sid=8305 Sudan : Jihad a tradition not stopped by peace agreements http://www.spcm.org/Journal/spip.php?breve3665 Report: "Egypt: Extremists call on supporters to adopt new non-violent Jihad" - Jemaa al-Islamiya seeks to "avoid bloodshed in Islamic societies" and "avoid internal wars and divisions" http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1589433034 (Canada) Terror attacks of 9-11 drove Mounties and CSIS to work together, inquiry told http://canadianpress.google.com/article/ALeqM5jYHz2PtMCPuv6_hrQYJZKUblxVEQ (UK) Maker of Undercover Mosque documentary considers suing police http://www.guardian.co.uk/media/2007/nov/24/channel4.television?gusrc=rss&feed=media (Turkey) One PKK rebel killed in SE Turkey http://news.xinhuanet.com/english/2007-11/24/content_7139234.htm Turkish PM says more democracy will finish off Kurdish rebels http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071124/wl_mideast_afp/turkeykurdsunrestpolitics_071124122755;_ylt=At6aD.uuewc5nqv5zwaOm9jtfLkA (Thailand) Three killed by southern insurgents http://www.bangkokpost.com/breaking_news/breakingnews.php?id=123902 (Thailand) Insurgent core leader detained in Songkhla http://www.bangkokpost.com/breaking_news/breakingnews.php?id=123893 http://www.nationmultimedia.com/breakingnews/read.php?newsid=30057306 Sri Lankan military: Fighting kills 17 rebels in north, Blast kills 2 policemen in east http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/24/asia/AS-GEN-Sri-Lanka-Civil-War.php (North Korea) U.S. official goes to Asia for nuke talk http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/us_koreas_nuclear;_ylt=AhIlZp4iyY0HUdK9ELi_eS6CscEA (Columbia) US calls for proof hostages in Colombia alive http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/theworld/2007/November/theworld_November696.xml§ion=theworld Other News: (France / Sweden) Sarkozy: 'too many Muslims in Europe' http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/11/sarozy-too-many-muslims-in-europe.html Muslim population in European cities http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/11/muslim-population-in-european-cities.html (France) Marseilles: Building of Great Mosque http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/11/marseilles-building-of-great-mosque.html Netherlands: Pressure on freed doctor not to lodge complaint against Libya http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/11/netherlands-pressure-on-freed-doctor.html (Denmark) Nationalist leader says Danish identity under threat from Muslim immigrants http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/24/europe/EU-GEN-Denmark-Nationalist-Leader.php Islamic bank gives OIC over USD 27 billion http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1859962&Language=en 2nd "fiqh" (jurisprudence) conf. for Islamic financial institutions http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1859975&Language=en Against Nazi News: Klarsfeld family of Nazi hunters honored http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/23/europe/EU-GEN-France-Nazi-Hunters.php (Germany) Neo-Nazi questioned in swastika attack on youth http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=26&story_id=46294 German rightist jailed for Hitler salute http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=26&story_id=46291 November 23, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News - UnitedStatesAction.com (Iraq) Twin bombings kill at least 26 in Iraq - in Baghdad pet market and suicide bomber in Mosul http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071123/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq_violence_11;_ylt=AkHiwkzAgdpbnduIfqCTZZFX6GMA Iraqi school guard and wife beheaded as children watch -- by three suspected al Qaeda militants, including two sisters, in Diyala http://www.christiantoday.com/article/iraqi.school.guard.and.wife.beheaded.as.children.watch/14826.htm (Iraq) 34 killed as Qaeda fighters attack Iraqi villages - update on Wednesday attacks http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/focusoniraq/2007/November/focusoniraq_November96.xml§ion=focusoniraq (Iraq) Al Qaeda rolodex' found in Iraq http://www.cnn.com/2007/WORLD/meast/11/22/iraq.fighters/index.html (Afghanistan) Taliban militants behead 7 police in southern Afghanistan http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/23/asia/AS-GEN-Afghan-Violence.php (Afghanistan) Australian soldier killed in Afghanistan during attack on Taliban bomb makers http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/23/asia/AS-GEN-Australia-Afghanistan-Soldier-Killed.php (Afghanistan) Leaders deny Taliban rules half of nation -- Afghan president, NATO secretary-general dispute The Senlis Council report - Afghan president seeks to negotiate with Taliban - http://www.theaustralian.news.com.au/story/0,25197,22812288-15084,00.html -- Senlis report - "Stumbling into chaos: Afghanistan on the brink" (PDF file) http://www.senliscouncil.net/modules/publications/Afghanistan_on_the_brink/documents/Afghanistan_on_the_brink Pakistan imposes food blockade on militants: officials http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071123/wl_sthasia_afp/pakistanunrestnorthwest_071123102817;_ylt=AuSmGvIpJ81BVvx0PGqD9A3zPukA (Pakistan) 'Foreigners in Pakistan planning global attacks' http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\11\23\story_23-11-2007_pg7_52 http://www.dawn.com/2007/11/23/top4.htm (Pakistan) Family urges Pakistan to drop extradition of British bomb plot suspect http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/22/asia/AS-GEN-Pakistan-British-Suspect.php (Pakistan) Explosion cuts power supply to Lasbela http://www.dawn.com/2007/11/23/top17.htm (India) Terror strikes Uttar Pradesh, 14 killed in six blasts -- Blasts in Lucknow, Varanasi and Faizabad http://www.expressindia.com/latest-news/Terror-strikes-UP-14-killed-in-six-blasts/242572/ http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071123/india_nm/india306506_8;_ylt=AuInVVUa35.o9u_PbGYLrfYTv5UB (India) HuJI behind multiple blasts in UP? http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/HuJI_behind_multiple_blasts_in_UP/articleshow/2565457.cms (India) After UP blasts, security stepped up in Delhi http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/After_UP_blasts_security_stepped_up_in_Delhi/articleshow/2565258.cms (India) Bomb attacks hit 3 Indian courthouses -- where lawyers had decided not to defend terrorism suspects http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/23/asia/AS-GEN-India-Blasts.php India: Anger over controversial writer had brewed for 15 days http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1589103352 (India) Exiled Bangladeshi writer asked to leave western Indian city fearing attacks by Muslims http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/23/asia/AS-GEN-India-Bangladesh-Exiled-Writer.php (India J&K) Missing Kashmir terror financier had RAW links http://www.hindu.com/2007/11/23/stories/2007112355441400.htm Iran rejects UN sanctions as invalid http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1195546708227&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Iran) West, Tehran split as IAEA meets on Iran http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/iran_nuclear;_ylt=AjvM01kWJMGq9UCCaXbWyElSw60A (Iran) Split widens over Iran's nuclear plans http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/11/23/wiran123.xml Iran is ready to defend itself: commander http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071123/ts_nm/iran_enemies_dc_1;_ylt=ArDFsfuQ.IMLZoAxHPa6pelSw60A (Iran) Germany probes 50 firms over atomic sales to Iran http://www.haaretz.com/hasen/spages/927002.html (Syria) Israeli: Syrian site hit not a nuclear reactor -- but was probably a plant for assembling a nuclear bomb http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071122/ap_on_re_mi_ea/israel_syria_1;_ylt=AieP1BhIaL8He63aeDosrYmCscEA US weekly: Syrian radar destroyed before strike http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1195546701923&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Hamas and Islamic Jihad to convene 'Anti-Annapolis' conference Monday http://www.ynetnews.com/articles/0,7340,L-3474823,00.html (Israel) IDF arrests 5 terror suspects in West Bank http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1195546706477&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Israel) IDF psychiatrist suspected of attempting to spy for Iran http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1195546707349&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Saudi Arabia) Ex-Fighter in Iraq Tells His Story - Young Saudi, brainwashed to fight in Iraq, repents & warns other Saudis http://www.arabnews.com/?page=1§ion=0&article=103900&d=23&m=11&y=2007 Somalia: Country Appoints New Prime Minister, Violence Kills 3 http://allafrica.com/stories/200711230007.html Nigeria charges five suspected al-Qaida-linked militants with terrorism http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/22/africa/AF-GEN-Nigeria-Terrorism.php Algerian expelled from UK jailed for terror links http://uk.news.yahoo.com/rtrs/20071122/tpl-uk-algeria-britain-trial-47c7853.html (Russia) Five dead in bus blast in Russia: police http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/theworld/2007/November/theworld_November674.xml§ion=theworld Danish Muslims convicted in bomb plot trial http://www.christiantoday.com/article/danish.muslims.convicted.in.bomb.plot.trial/14827.htm http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071123/wl_afp/denmarkattackstrial_071123135543;_ylt=AvqyvC_fuKWu0bT_53kjua8Tv5UB German Police Chief Calls for Wider Powers to Fight Web Crime, Terrorism http://www.redorbit.com/news/technology/1155029/german_police_chief_calls_for_wider_powers_to_fight_web/index.html?source=r_technology (Belgium) More anti-terrorism detectives needed http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=24&story_id=46281 (Indonesia / Australia) Bali bomber warns: Australia is next http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,22808468-2,00.html (Thailand) 8 suspected insurgents arrested in Narathiwat http://www.nationmultimedia.com/breakingnews/read.php?newsid=30057193 Philippine police arrest 2 suspected extortionists in deadly shopping mall bombing http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/23/asia/AS-GEN-Philippines-Mall-Blast.php (Sri Lanka) Sea battle off Sri Lanka's northwest coast kills 17 Tamil rebels, says military http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/23/asia/AS-GEN-Sri-Lanka-Civil-War.php (North Korea) Restoring disabled N.Korea nukes would need year: U.S. http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071122/pl_nm/nuclear_northkorea_usa_dc_1;_ylt=AjQir67r5jU1pKJpgceF0EeCscEA N. Korea nuclear talks could resume in early December http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1195546706254&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull November 22, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News Happy Thanksgiving from UnitedStatesAction.com (Iraq) Clashes between al-Qaida and rival Sunnis break out to the north and south of Baghdad -- 18 Sunni Awakening Council members, 2 police killed near Hor Rijab, and 19 Al Qaeda and 2 civilians killed in Baqouba http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/22/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq.php (Iraq) Secretary of Iraqi Interior Ministry shot dead northeast Baghdad http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1859387&Language=en (Iraq) Military says Iraqi, US troops detain 81 in Diwaniyah -- on Wednesday http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071121/wl_mideast_afp/iraqunrestdiwaniyah_071121201002;_ylt=Ar4ht9RVWRLcBU0kbgLIHixX6GMA (Iraq) US defends AP photographer's Bill Hussein's detention in Iraq http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/focusoniraq/2007/November/focusoniraq_November94.xml§ion=focusoniraq (Iraq) U.S. cmdr says Shiite extremists acting as 'surrogates' for Iranians still operating in Iraq http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/21/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq-Iran.php (Iraq) Top Qaeda militant arrested near Saddam hometown: police -- Hussein al-Ajeeli aka Abu al-Ajeeli http://www.hindustantimes.com/StoryPage/StoryPage.aspx?id=5f6226e2-7162-4771-bf25-1267091be08d&MatchID1=4602&TeamID1=6&TeamID2=7&MatchType1=1&SeriesID1=1157&PrimaryID=4602&Headline='Top+militant+held+near+Saddam+hometown' (Iraq) Ayodhya priest receives al-Qaeda threat http://sify.com/news/fullstory.php?id=14564953 (Afghanistan) Karzai says Taliban make contact for Afghan peace http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071122/wl_nm/afghan_nato_dc_1;_ylt=AnpB8WpYRmzgzR1eznGnPgbOVooA Afghanistan: Taliban controlling more than half of Afghanistan, says report -- Senis Council states Taliban has "permanent Taliban presence" on 54 percent of the country http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1580401044 http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/11/22/wtaliban122.xml (Afghanistan) Taliban comeback a matter of when, not if -- Taliban regaining political legitimacy http://www.smh.com.au/news/world/taliban-comeback-a-matter-of-when-not-if/2007/11/22/1195321948670.html (Pakistan) Suicide bomber, 35 militants killed in Pakistan -- suicide bomber outside Saidu Sharif airport - fighting in Swat valley continues http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/November/subcontinent_November911.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (Pakistan) Militants killed as army recaptures Kabal police station http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\11\22\story_22-11-2007_pg7_4 (Pakistan) Bomb blast hits music shops, bank in NWFP http://www.outlookindia.com/pti_news.asp?id=520867 http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/World/Pakistan/Bomb_blast_hits_music_shops_bank_in_Pakistans_NWFP/articleshow/2562026.cms Pakistan: Top Baluch rebel leader killed - BLA's Nawabzada Balach Marri http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1584848009 http://www.dawn.com/2007/11/22/top3.htm (Pakistan) Report: UK Think Tank: 'N-sites vulnerable to militant attacks' http://www.dawn.com/2007/11/22/top10.htm -- Pakistan Security Research Unit (PSRU) "The Security of Nuclear Weapons in Pakistan" http://spaces.brad.ac.uk:8080/download/attachments/748/Brief_22finalised.pdf (India J&K) Six insurgents surrender in Indian-administered Kashmir -- including two self-styled "commanders" of Harkatul-Jehadi-Islami (HUJI) http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1859474&Language=en (India) Garlanding Rahul with grenades was Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM)'s 'plan': official sources http://www.hindustantimes.com/storypage/storypage.aspx?id=76557c73-6131-48c6-83b2-95c7c1957c54&MatchID1=4602&TeamID1=6&TeamID2=7&MatchType1=1&SeriesID1=1157&PrimaryID=4602&Headline='JeM+wanted+to+garland+Rahul+with+grenades' (India) Four suspected Lashkar-e-Toiba militants get 10-year RI for planning terror attacks in Delhi http://www.hindustantimes.com/StoryPage/StoryPage.aspx?id=98394c48-7af8-4f02-8619-73b1f9a965e5 (India) Army deployed after Calcutta riot -- over writer who "hurt Muslim sentiments" http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/south_asia/7105277.stm (U.S.) 11 years for Hamas trial defendant -- Abdulhalim Ashqar http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071121/ap_on_re_us/hamas_trial_1 -- see also http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/11/sentence_in_chicago_hamas_tria.php http://www.investigativeproject.org/article/554 (U.S.) South Carolina Pipe Bomb Trial: 'Martyrdom' Detonator Video Details Revealed In Case http://www2.tbo.com/content/2007/nov/21/martyrdom-detonator-video-detailed-usf-students-ca/?news-breaking (Iran) US military wary of Iranian pledges on arms flow http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/focusoniraq/2007/November/focusoniraq_November93.xml§ion=focusoniraq Iran's ex-nuke negotiator criticizes Ahmadinejad's accusations of treachery http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/22/africa/ME-GEN-Iran-Ahmadinejad.php Iran says it expects end to Security Council involvement in its nuclear file http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/22/europe/EU-GEN-Nuclear-Iran.php Iran warns that threats against it will have regional repercussions http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/22/africa/ME-GEN-Iran-Nuclear.php (Gaza) Salahiddin brigades attack Israeli forces http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1859412&Language=en Egypt finds explosives likely destined for Gaza http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/November/middleeast_November337.xml§ion=middleeast Militants dismiss Middle East peace push http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/November/middleeast_November339.xml§ion=middleeast Annapolis Conference Planning: Palestinian Authority Objects to Use of 'Terrorism' in Draft Document http://www.israelnationalnews.com/News/Flash.aspx/136905 (Israel) IDF soldiers arrest 13 terror suspects in West Bank Wednesday night http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1195546694968&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Saudi Arabia) Jihad and the Saudi petrodollar II http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/middle_east/7106382.stm -- (part I of series) http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/middle_east/7093423.stm (Algeria) 'Over 80 suicide bombers ready to strike' in north http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1581507540 Tunisia trial of 30 suspected Islamists postponed until Dec. 1 http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/21/africa/AF-GEN-Tunisia-Terror-Trial.php Kenyan family loses bid to free Guantanamo detainee -- suspicion of involvement in 2002 bombing on Israel-owned hotel in Mombassa http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071121/wl_africa_afp/kenyausattackstrial_071121175515;_ylt=AvKijqGqN1xKqTiu7wx5DPcTv5UB Maldives police hunt for second bomb -- believed to have been part of a plot by Islamic extremists to attack tourism industry http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071122/wl_asia_afp/maldivesunrestcrime_071122060227;_ylt=AsQC_o2JPYx6eabLog_JPIwTv5UB (Canada) News groups: Access denied to Gitmo case -- regarding Canadian Omar Khadr http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071121/ap_on_go_ot/guantanamo_commissions_8;_ylt=AtzeDorPg7c214LyCz8EwVgTv5UB Turkey lauds Iraqi Kurds for action against rebels: Anatolia http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071121/wl_mideast_afp/turkeykurdsunrestiraq_071121135209;_ylt=AnGwa648mVW8pSePhfP358btfLkA (UK) Pakistani called British Muslims to jihad, court hears -- Abdul Rahman http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071121/wl_uk_afp/britainpakistansecurityjihad_071121171205;_ylt=Apuy2G9H87ccHQxTGyfoLYbzPukA http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/uk/article2914795.ece (UK) From Scots college to jihad - first man in UK convicted over terrorist propaganda -- Abdul Rahman http://news.scotsman.com/index.cfm?id=1836372007 (UK) British PM challenged on terrorism laws http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071121/ap_on_re_eu/britain_terrorism (UK) Terror suspect fights for right to study sciences http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/11/22/ndpp222.xml (UK) 'Devastating blow' to Government plans to extend pre-charge detention for terror suspect http://www.guardian.co.uk/uklatest/story/0,,-7094604,00.html (Germany) Militants attack new German minister within hours of oath -- paint-bombs thrown by suspected Communist militants http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=26&story_id=46243 (Indonesia) Bali bombers have last family visit - one bomber plans to ask the country's top court to review their case in a last bid to stop their execution http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,22805776-23109,00.html (Thailand) 4 suspected insurgents arrested in South http://www.bangkokpost.com/breaking_news/breakingnews.php?id=123837 http://www.nationmultimedia.com/breakingnews/read.php?newsid=30057051 (Thailand) 2 Muslim brothers shot dead in Narathiwat http://www.nationmultimedia.com/breakingnews/read.php?newsid=30057050 Thailand: Parties differ on response to unrest in the south http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Politics/?id=1.0.1584608792 (Philippines) Blast in southern Philippines mall kills 1, injures others -- second explosion in two months in Kidapawan, North Cotabato http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/22/asia/AS-GEN-Philippines-Mall-Blast.php (Philippines) 1 dead, 4 hurt in Kidapawan mall blast http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/storypage.aspx?StoryId=100047 (Philippines) Gas not bomb caused October Makati mall blast -- PNP http://newsinfo.inquirer.net/breakingnews/metro/view_article.php?article_id=102500 (Sri Lanka) 23 LTTE rebels killed in Sri Lanka - and 8 soldiers injured - in north and east http://www.outlookindia.com/pti_news.asp?id=520926 Sri Lanka bans charity for funding rebels http://rds.yahoo.com/_ylt=A0WTTkmSdkVHSkkAphbQtDMD;_ylu=X3oDMTBjb3ZrYjNkBHBvcwM0BHNlYwNzcg--/SIG=12ar30bmq/EXP=1195821074/**http%3a//www.alertnet.org/thenews/newsdesk/COL166749.htm North Korea criticizes UN committee's draft resolution on human rights http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/22/asia/AS-GEN-NKorea-UN-Human-Rights.php Chinese gov't not to blame for infected hard-drives? Seagate disks were programmed to upload passwords secretly to Beijing websites http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=58819 Colombia halts Chavez-rebel hostage talks http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071122/wl_nm/colombia_peace_dc_3;_ylt=AhOJMtcmV_9cnTpvvPLHVCuwv7kA As fears mount, experts debate terrorist inroads in Latin America http://www.jta.org/cgi-bin/iowa/news/article/200711211121columbiaterrorist.html Commentary: Zakat-Jihad Activism http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/11/zakatjihad_activism.php Other News: Chechen president calls for women to wear headscarves http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/21/europe/EU-GEN-Russia-Chechnya.php The Middle East Quarterly: "Should Muslims Integrate into the West?" http://www.meforum.org/article/1761 (Netherlands) Amsterdam: Muslim missionizing in school http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/11/amsterdam-muslim-missionizing-in-school.html Netherlands: Child abuse in immigrant families http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/11/netherlands-child-abuse-in-immigrant.html Netherlands: Proposal to ban cousin marriages http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/11/netherlands-proposal-to-ban-cousin.html November 21, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News (Iraq) Suicide car bomb, once a fixture in Ramadi but now rare, kills at least 6 in Anbar capital -- also gunmen attack police in Muqdadiyah, Kut http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/21/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq.php http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/iraq;_ylt=AjVpjcz7tuJzHy2RIZvmIUxX6GMA http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/focusoniraq/2007/November/focusoniraq_November91.xml§ion=focusoniraq Iraqi soldier killed, three others injured in Kirkuk -- in blast, 12 terrorists arrested http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1041076 (Iraq) Two British troops killed in Iraq helicopter crash http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071121/wl_nm/iraq_britain_deaths_dc_2;_ylt=Ar2ADFfv61SFhyqYiwA9HBtX6GMA (Iraq) Zarqawi Map Aided Successes Against Iraqi Insurgency http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,312343,00.html Iraq: New security talks between Iran and US in Baghdad http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1580286829 (Afghanistan) 55 Taliban killed in clashes, Afghan police say - in a joint operation in the southern province of Uruzgan's Char Chino and Deh Rahod districts - see also KUNA report http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/21/asia/AS-GEN-Afghan-Violence.php http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1041183 (Afghanistan) Troops kill 14 Taliban, several people abducted - on Tuesday http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071120/wl_sthasia_afp/afghanistanunrestustaliban_071120182721;_ylt=At0RZTOHzExh42W.nafpsIzOVooA (Afghanistan) 20 Afghan prisoners transferred to Afghan custody from US military jail http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/21/asia/AS-GEN-Afghan-War-Prisoners.php (Afghanistan) Resurgent Taliban closing in on Kabul: report http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071121/ts_nm/afghanistan_taliban_report_dc (Afghanistan) 'Taliban influence is growing' http://itn.co.uk/news/ae981f99749f151af16a281dcc6bdf4e.html Afghanistan stalling on reconciliation: UN rights chief -- no mention of Islamist abuses http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071121/wl_sthasia_afp/afghanistanrightsun_071121073147;_ylt=AhHVrJVM4sKfzIyb96MC0jPOVooA Pakistan kills 40 militants, clears rebel den: army -- from mountaintop in Swat valley's Shangla district http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/November/subcontinent_November880.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= Pakistan: Students wear burqa after threats by pro-Taliban militants - 80 percent of female students in Mansehra district http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1580110832 (Pakistan) JUI-F not in favour of boycotting polls, Fazl tells US envoy -- US ambassador to Pakistan Anne Patterson urges pro-Taliban Islamist leader Jamiat Ulema not to boycott elections http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\11\21\story_21-11-2007_pg7_1 http://www.dawn.com/2007/11/21/top8.htm (Pakistan) In Pakistan, U.S. envoy courts No. 2 general - Deputy Secretary of State John D. Negroponte met with Gen. Ashfaq Kiyani, the deputy army chief http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/21909129/ (Pakistan) October 18 blasts were suicide bombings: police -- Bhutto's PPP refuses to accept investigations http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\11\21\story_21-11-2007_pg7_54 Commentary: The Pakistan Problem http://www.weeklystandard.com/Content/Public/Articles/000/000/014/383wutvv.asp (India) 10 Pakistan ISI modules neutralized in India since 2004: Jaiswal http://news.webindia123.com/news/Articles/India/20071121/829000.html (India) Four separatists killed in Manipur encounters http://news.webindia123.com/news/Articles/India/20071121/828871.html (India) Maoist leader arrested in Jharkhand http://news.webindia123.com/news/Articles/India/20071121/828931.html (U.S.) Holy Land Foundation Trial: CAIR seeks removal of label in terrorism case http://www.washingtontimes.com/article/20071121/NATION/111210046/1002/Nation (U.S.) Justice Dept OIG Report: Foiling terrorism in U.S. remains critical challenge http://www.washingtontimes.com/article/20071121/NATION/111210044/1002 (U.S.) Miami: Liberty City Seven Trial: Defense rests in Miami terrorism trial http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071121/ap_on_re_us/terrorism_investigation_1;_ylt=Amp94yvqcEK0QJPNEftAliETv5UB (U.S.) Virginia: Moussaoui judge questions government - raises possibility of new trial for Zacarias Moussaoui http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071120/ap_on_re_us/terror_paintball_2;_ylt=ApcLyuibUi2U9jUZvw2rCwoTv5UB (U.S.) Government Secrecy May Lead to New Trial In Va. Terrorism Case -- District Judge Leonie M. Brinkema skepticism of govt information on Ali al-Timimi http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/11/20/AR2007112001913.html (U.S.) Port Protection: Nuke Protection Put Off for Another Year http://blogs.abcnews.com/theblotter/2007/11/nuke-protection.html (U.S.) Why L.A. Police Nixed Plan To Map Muslims -- The Flap Over The Anti-Terror Proposal Pushes Officers To Forge New Community Ties http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2007/11/20/terror/main3526162.shtml (U.S.) Minneapolis: Six imams kicked off flight win a round in court http://www.startribune.com/462/story/1564287.html (U.S.) MEMRI: The 'Lone Wolf' Theory and John Allen Muhammad http://memri.org/bin/latestnews.cgi?ID=SD177207 US wary about election terror threat: Townsend http://afp.google.com/article/ALeqM5jGnKIEDDDTvuLOjkaZGP7tpcFduA (U.S.) Commentary: Cannistraro, Apologist: Then and Now -- by Steven Emerson http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/11/cannistraro_apologist_then_and.php (U.S.) Commentary: Is U.S. gov't infested with terrorist moles? http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=58798 (Germany) New GIMF video threatens attacks against Germany and Austria -- if they do not pull their troops out of Afghanistan - video by Global Islamist Media Front (GIMF) http://www.dw-world.de/dw/function/0,,12215_cid_2959098,00.html?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf Germany taking Islamist video threat seriously http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=26&story_id=46171 Iran expects EU talks soon, EU says no date fixed http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071121/wl_nm/iran_nuclear_meeting_dc_2;_ylt=AuNPffq23bo6y5jDwsxx8ftSw60A Iran doesn't expect new sanctions http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071121/ap_on_re_mi_ea/un_iran_4;_ylt=AikTMJXC2.nWek8V7svuF9lSw60A Gaza: Bombs detonated near troops, no casualties http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1195546688634&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (West Bank) Claim: U.S. training known terror leader -- Author says 9 other senior jihadists currently in American course http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=58804 (West Bank) Israel approves armored vehicles for Abbas http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/21/africa/ME-GEN-Israel-Palestinians.php (Syria) Former Muslim Chaplain of Guantanamo Prison, James Yee, Tells of the Desecration of the Koran during Interrogation http://www.memritv.org/clip_transcript/en/1610.htm (UAE) Dubai top cop condemns US -- claims US created "war of civilizations" and responsible for Al-Qaeda - "speech was applauded by Middle East participants" in conference http://www.kuwaittimes.net/read_news.php?newsid=MTI0NTAzOTEzNA== http://www.arabianbusiness.com/504522-dubai-top-cop-us-responsible-for-al-qaeda?ln=en Jordan Islamists suffer setback at poll http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/November/middleeast_November312.xml§ion=middleeast&col= Bahraini 'wanted to join Iraq jihad' http://www.gulf-daily-news.com/Story.asp?Article=200586&Sn=BNEW&IssueID=30246 Bahraini Terror suspects go on hunger strike http://www.gulf-daily-news.com/Story.asp?Article=200596&Sn=BNEW&IssueID=30246 Eritrea accuses Ethiopia of having "declared war" http://www.canada.com/topics/news/world/story.html?id=560b2a6a-f498-4439-9b7a-e82f6e669267&k=50634 Algeria: close Al-Qaeda ring leader followers, ready to surrender http://www.echoroukonline.com/english/modules.php?name=News&file=article&sid=8284 Sudanese National Congress Party Youth Ready For Jihad Against Sudan Popular Liberation Movement http://www.thememriblog.org/blog_personal/en/3747.htm (France) Former imam convicted in France for Chechnya-related terrorist plot http://www.kyivpost.com/bn/27830/ (Turkey) Report: PKK warns US, Iraq not to help Turkey http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1195546689536&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Dutch author Hirsi Ali says Muslims should protest terrorism http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/21/europe/EU-GEN-Britain-Islamic-Debate.php (Netherlands) National investigation into salafism http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=1&story_id=46196 (UK) MI5 chief to brief MPs on terror http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/politics/7104891.stm (UK) MI5 chief criticized on terror laws http://www.guardian.co.uk/uklatest/story/0,,-7093404,00.html (UK) Man pleads guilty to terrorism charges in Manchester, England -- Abdul Rahman planned to disseminate a letter urging a "call to arms" in Afghanistan http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/21/europe/EU-GEN-Britain-Terrorism.php (UK) Birmingham mosque chiefs slam Ofcom ruling -- says Channel 4 documentary "Dispatches: Undercover Mosque" did nothing wrong in reporting http://icbirmingham.icnetwork.co.uk/mail/news/tm_headline=birmingham-mosque-chiefs-slam-ofcom-ruling%26method=full%26objectid=20139297%26siteid=50002-name_page.html Convicted Terrorist Opens YouTube Account http://littlegreenfootballs.com/weblog/?entry=27988&only&rss (Columbia) Three dead as Colombian governor escapes bomb attack http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071120/wl_nm/colombia_attack_dc_1;_ylt=AtmR4JnsvdtcuoVihe2xkDWwv7kA (Columbia) Chavez visits Paris for hostage talks - with FARC http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071121/ap_on_re_eu/france_chavez_1;_ylt=AjGzggVeviLXi8SQ_9i2gUiwv7kA (Indonesia) Graft thwarts effort to win over jihadists - official efforts to seduce jailed Indonesian terrorists with money and privileges are being undermined by corruption and rival efforts from new Islamic gangs http://www.smh.com.au/news/world/graft-thwarts-effort-to-win-over-jihadists/2007/11/19/1195321697280.html (Thailand) Sonthi: Separatist movements part of international terror network http://www.bangkokpost.com/News/21Nov2007_news15.php (Thailand) Four killed in restive South as violence grows - shootings, bombings in Yala, Pattani, women murdered http://www.nationmultimedia.com/breakingnews/read.php?newsid=30056941 (Thailand) Gunmen kill 4 in southern Thailand district where political party chief was campaigning http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/21/asia/AS-GEN-Thailand-Southern-Violence.php (Philippines) Jamiri leads bomb experts to back-up charge -- found back-up bomb in case the explosive used in the Batasan Pambansa attack failed to kill Basilan Rep. Wahab Akbar http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/storypage.aspx?StoryId=99830 (Philippines) Ex-Basilan mayor nabbed for Batasan blast -- Hajaron Jamiri http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/storypage.aspx?StoryId=99805 Philippines: Suspected Abu Sayyaf members confess to bombing http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1571443339 (Sri Lanka) 5 LTTE militants killed in Sri Lanka http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/5_LTTE_militants_killed_in_Sri_Lanka/articleshow/2559595.cms (Sri Lanka) LTTE bunker destroyed, 4 terrorists killed - Vavuniya http://www.defence.lk/new.asp?fname=20071121_05 (Sri Lanka) Gang burns down pro-opposition newspaper press in Sri Lanka http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/21/asia/AS-GEN-Sri-Lanka-Media.php (Maldives) Three men on terror charges over Maldives bombing http://www.reuters.com/article/latestCrisis/idUSCOL43081 (North Korea) U.S. and North Korea end talks on financial no-no's http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071120/pl_nm/korea_north_financial_dc_1;_ylt=AkjXln0C73H_4nUHlTbw6W2CscEA Japan stops 5 foreigners after fingerprint checks match people on immigration blacklist http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/21/asia/AS-GEN-Japan-Fingerprinting-Foreigners.php Other News: Iran: 50 young people condemned to death for 'immorality' http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1580186303 U.S. asked to investigate Muslim bakery's alleged housing scam http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?file=/c/a/2007/11/21/MNE0TFKME.DTL (Netherlands) Amsterdam: Muslim missionizing in school http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/11/amsterdam-muslim-missionizing-in-school.html (Belgium) Brussels: Racism complaint against tvbrussel http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/11/brussels-racism-complaint-against.html Sweden: Lulea could be Islam's northernmost outpost http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/11/sweden-lule-could-be-islams.html Against Nazi News: Nazi roundup http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/11/nazi-roundup.html November 20, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News (Iraq) Six insurgents killed, 69 arrested by Iraqi forces in separate operations - terrorists killed in Mosul, arrests from Mosul, Al-Diwaniah, Baghdahd, Diyala, Kirkuk, and Salahdin http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1858818&Language=en (Iraq) Two killed, 16 injured in separate explosions in Iraq - Baghdad and Fallujah http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1858808&Language=en Iraqi police: Drive-by shooting and car bomb kill 3 in separate attacks across Baghdad http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/20/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq-Violence.php (Iraq) US military accuses AP photographer Bilal Hussein of being "terrorist media operative" http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071120/wl_mideast_afp/usiraqunrestmedia_071120114432;_ylt=Ap1hW0qccjzlp_1NraOf_KhX6GMA (Iraq) Al-Qaida-linked insurgent group says it's behind series of attacks in north http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/20/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq-Ansar-al-Sunnah.php Iraqis Joining Insurgency Less for Cause Than Cash http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/21892022/ http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/11/19/AR2007111902022.html?hpid=topnews (Iraq) U.S. "Iraq Threat Finance Cell" Puncturing Insurgents' Financial Network http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/11/us_iraq_threat_finance_cell_pu.php (Iraq) Improved security brings some normalcy to Baghdad http://www.iht.com/articles/2007/11/20/africa/20surge.php Iraqi army detains 43 after Baghdad shooting, including dozens of Asians - private security convoy involved in shootout in central Baghdad http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071120/wl_mideast_afp/iraqunrestbaghdadsecurity_071120121153;_ylt=AgjSDXmB.bXyGbmDZ01K35tX6GMA (Iraq) US denies Americans detained in shooting http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071120/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq_071029195441 Iraq says mass grave of victims from Shiite uprising found http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071120/wl_mideast_afp/iraqunrestgrave_071120124007;_ylt=Ah9pVAXOnE8_uIqaY4_VShlX6GMA Afghan, US troops kill 'large group' of Taliban: military -- battle in Uruzgan - Taliban "company" killed - estimated 70 killed http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071120/wl_sthasia_afp/afghanistanunrestustaliban_071120085725;_ylt=ArQ5bcysK2aJRs1MSqg_v5jOVooA Pakistan's army says it killed at least 130 rebel cleric supporters in northern valley - in recent days http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/20/asia/AS-GEN-Pakistan-Militants.php (Pakistan) 16 Taliban among 35 killed in fresh Swat fighting http://paktribune.com/news/index.shtml?194707 Pakistan: Residents flee north-west valley ahead of offensive http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1575824144 (Pakistan) Militants abduct five officials in Bajaur http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\11\20\story_20-11-2007_pg7_14 (Pakistan) Report: Infant used to bomb Benazir's rally in Karachi? http://www.hindu.com/thehindu/holnus/001200711201554.htm (Pakistan) US envoy Anne Patterson meets Pakistani Islamist leader: embassy -- met Maulana Fazlur Rehman, head of the Jamiat-ulema-Islam party and deputy chief of the Muttahida-Majlis-e-Amal, a coalition of six radical parties http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071120/pl_afp/pakistanpoliticsusislam http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jamiat_Ulema-e-Islam http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Muttahida_Majlis-e-Amal -- per Global Security, Rehman is well-known "defender of the interests of the Taliban in the grand Deobandi alliance mostly spearheaded by the jihadi militia" http://www.globalsecurity.org/military/world/pakistan/mma.htm -- see also Jeffrey Imm November 7 posting http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/11/pakistan_media_and_islamists.php Related Archiv Stories on Rehman: http://www.rediff.com/news/2003/jul/23raman.htm http://www.atimes.com/atimes/Central_Asia/FF18Ag02.html http://www.saag.org/papers18/paper1754.html Pakistan releases opposition supporters - more than 3,000 released under emergency rule http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071120/ap_on_re_as/pakistan_799;_ylt=AlP4saE7e6pzPpo20Z36F_TzPukA (Pakistan) US to seek greater accountability of Pakistan funds http://www.indianexpress.com/story/241134.html Pakistan nukes already under US control: Report http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Pak_nukes_already_under_US_control_Report/articleshow/2556824.cms India soft-pedals on Pakistan support to terror http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/India/India_soft-pedals_on_Pak_support_to_terror/articleshow/2554287.cms (India J&K) Militant hideout busted in J&K http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Militant_hideout_busted_in_JK/articleshow/2556224.cms (UK) Airplane Bomb Plot 'Ringleader' Suspect To Escape Terror Charges -- Rashid Rauf may be extradited from Pakistan to UK, but British law prevents questioning on transatlantic airline plot to attack USA http://blogs.abcnews.com/theblotter/2007/11/airplane-bomb-p.html (UK) London bomb plotter given 33 years - Ghanian Manfo Kwaku Asiedu sentenced for conspiracy on failed July 21, 2005 bombings http://uk.reuters.com/article/domesticNews/idUKL2050936920071120?rpc=401& http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/uk/article2908634.ece USAID Inadvertently Funneled American Tax Dollars to Terror Related Groups http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,312222,00.html US: Nations must keep better inventories to avoid 'dirty bomb' http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1195127545769&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (U.S.) Tucson TV Station Broadcasts Arizona Fort Huachuca Terror Threat Report http://www.nationalterroralert.com/updates/2007/11/18/tucson-tv-station-broadcasts-arizona-fort-huachuca-terror-threat-report/ (U.S.) Security Checks Process: Terrorists Among Us http://www.ibdeditorials.com/IBDArticles.aspx?id=280367130714172 Iran welcomes new talks with U.S. on Iraqi security http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/20/africa/ME-GEN-Iran-US-Iraq.php (Gaza) IDF kills 4 Gaza terrorist infiltrators http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1195127547640&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1858798&Language=en U.S. asked to sanction Palestinian Authority headquarters in Jerusalem http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=58782 Israeli killed by terrorists in W. Bank http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1195127546441&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Jordanians head to polls under tight security http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/November/middleeast_November283.xml§ion=middleeast&col= US Saudi arms package faces fight in Congress http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/November/middleeast_November280.xml§ion=middleeast&col= Algerians to be released from Guantanamo Bay prison http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1858747&Language=en Somalis seek safety outside capital http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071120/ap_on_re_af/somalia_crisis_1;_ylt=AhpeWAuG5S8rVvr6goe2xpKQLIUD Egypt arrests 25 members of banned Muslim Brotherhood http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1195546679889&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Turkish, U.S. Generals Debate Cooperation In Fight Against Terrorism http://www.turkishpress.com/news.asp?id=203078 Northern Iraqi government talks about steps taken against PKK terror http://www.hurriyet.com.tr/english/7725943.asp?gid=74&sz=83773 Spanish police arrest 5 wanted in connection with ETA-linked street violence http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/20/europe/EU-GEN-Spain-Basque-Violence.php (Philippines) Another arrest in Philippine Congress bomb plot -- 4th arrest http://www.reuters.com/article/featuredCrisis/idUSMAN76876 Philippine soldiers clash with communist rebels, kill 4 guerrillas http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/20/asia/AS-GEN-Philippines-Communist-Rebels.php (Maldives) Terrorism: First video of al-Qaeda in Maldives released http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1575824650 (Sri Lanka) Soldiers kill 11 Tamil rebels in clashes, military says http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/20/asia/AS-GEN-Sri-Lanka-Civil-War.php (North Korea) US Presses NKorea on Finance Rules - U.S. Treasury official insists on proper conduct http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071120/ap_on_re_as/us_north_korea_finance_1 Japan begins fingerprint, photograph foreigners http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1858821&Language=en Colombia okays Chavez-FARC rebel chief meet: Chavez http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071120/wl_afp/colombiahostagesrebelsvenezuela_071120045138;_ylt=AnQ3J1BG._4.aiMjcEaCXhiwv7kA (Australia) ASIO under fire for terror case http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,22748006-2,00.html (New Zealand) Charity group denies terror link -- "Tamils Rehabilitation Organization" US assets frozen http://www.nzherald.co.nz/section/1/story.cfm?c_id=1&objectid=10477094 FBI hate crimes report for 2006: Jews suffer over 5 times more attacks than Muslims http://www.jihadwatch.org/archives/018849.php http://www.fbi.gov/ucr/hc2006/table1.html November 19, 2007 PM Anti-Terrorism News Algerians claim arrest of leading Islamic militant linked to al-Qaeda affiliate - Bouderbala Fateh, aka Abdelfatah Abou Bassir, arrested with 2 others http://www.ynetnews.com/articles/0,7340,L-3473387,00.html Algeria says terror suspect had 800kg explosives http://www.stuff.co.nz/4281688a12.html (U.S.) FBI appalled at CIA veterans's defense of agent Nada Nadim Prouty's lies http://www.nydailynews.com/news/us_world/2007/11/18/2007-11-18_fbi_appalled_at_cia_veteranss_defense_of-1.html?print=1&page=all (U.S.) Bush homeland security adviser resigns - Frances Townsend leaving after over 4 years http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071119/ap_on_go_pr_wh/bush_terrorism_adviser;_ylt=Al5s46XtuYeazCeq5AXgX1ys0NUE Indonesia: Islamic mob attacks suspected 'Christian church' http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Religion/?id=1.0.1572075636 (Indonesia) Prisons undermine Indon anti-terror effort: report http://www.straitstimes.com/Latest+News/Asia/STIStory_178570.html Saudi leads relief efforts for cyclone-hit Bangladesh http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071119/ts_afp/bangladeshcycloneaid;_ylt=AvAOzut7F5WUE9lyT9.kia2s0NUE (Turkey) Explosions rock headquarters of Turkish political parties http://www.kuna.net.kw/Home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1040614 (Spain) ETA orders militants to attack Basque railway link http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=81&story_id=46098 November 19, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News (Iraq) US-Iraqi troops crackdown on Sadr militants http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071119/wl_mideast_afp/iraqunrestdiwaniyah_071119111341;_ylt=ApMOYtrCLIR1l0xZcrCZKF5X6GMA Iraqi police: 3 officers killed at checkpoint; car bomb wounds 10 -- checkpoint in the Zaghinya area near Baqouba -- also car bomb in Albu-Jawari village wounding mostly women and children http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1195127540389&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Iraq) Bomb kills Iraqi children gathered around US troops - on Sunday http://www.cnn.com/2007/WORLD/meast/11/18/iraq.main/ (Iraq) US soldiers killed handing footballs to Iraqi children http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/focusoniraq/2007/November/focusoniraq_November77.xml§ion=focusoniraq (Iraq) American forces suffer three deaths in suicide attack on Iraq - in Diyala province's Baquaba while carrying out military operations http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1858440&Language=en (Iraq) Sects unite to battle Al Qaeda in Iraq http://www.latimes.com/news/printedition/front/la-fg-concerned19nov19,1,6630996.story?coll=la-headlines-frontpage&ctrack=1&cset=true (Afghanistan) Suicide blast kills seven including son: Afghan governor - attack on office of governonr in Nimroz province, Zaranj city http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071119/wl_afp/afghanistanunrestsuicide_071119092930;_ylt=Ao3.N5ZHRSus6WMU_YffsiLOVooA Afghan army bus bomber foiled: ministry - in Kabul http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071119/wl_sthasia_afp/afghanistanunrestbus_071119083337;_ylt=Aq2pJA_j66YPro5_PyyQAnLOVooA (Afghanistan) UN report: Gunfire 'onslaught' hit Afghan kids - on November 6 http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071119/ap_on_re_as/afghan_bombing_aftermath_6;_ylt=Ah8kT7Lmxten2vADeTJnqBrOVooA (Afghanistan) Omar Khadr: The Youngest Terrorist? CBS's 60 minutes has film of man who appears to be Khadr making IEDs http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2007/11/16/60minutes/main3516048.shtml (Afghanistan) Troops Push Back Taliban In South http://www.canada.com/nationalpost/news/story.html?id=014a2be5-80e1-4fde-b3f3-c13126d556ea (Afghanistan) Freed Taliban hostage hunted all over again http://www.thestar.com/News/World/article/277680 Pakistan's military kills over 20 gunmen in fresh clashes in north - and 30 wounded in Swat valley http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1858487&Language=en Pakistan: Security forces attack militant positions in Swat -- pounding Shangla and Swat - militants kidnap 5, militants dispute 120 death toll over 5 days claim only 9 killed http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1571443044 (Pakistan) Missile strike in Pakistani border region kills eight people - in Charsadadh area - reports that sectarian violence claims 100 lives since Friday http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1858505&Language=en Pakistani Muslim group Tabligh Jamaat holds conclave despite ban -- members have include terrorists John Walker Lindh, Richard Reid and Jose Padilla http://www.iht.com/articles/2007/11/19/asia/19jamaat.php (Pakistan) U.S. hopes to arm Pakistani tribes against Al Qaeda http://www.iht.com/articles/2007/11/19/america/19policy.php http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/November/subcontinent_November779.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (Pakistan) Supreme Court clears Musharraf's continued rule http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/19/asia/AS-GEN-Pakistan.php (U.S.) Talks underway for European nations to receive Guantanamo prisoners -- US ambassador http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1858454&Language=en (U.S.) American Senators demand Closing of Saudi Academy in Washington http://www.aafaq.org/english/aafaq_today.aspx?id_news=72 (U.S.) Powell: Iran is a long way from having nuclear weapon http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/18/africa/ME-GEN-Kuwait-Powell-Iran.php Iran eyes nuclear options abroad http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/middle_east/7100793.stm (Lebanon) Hezbollah rebuilds south Beirut http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071118/ap_on_re_mi_ea/lebanon_hezbollah 'Egypt allowing Hamas to amass arms' http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1195127532172&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Israel) Cabinet okays release of 441 more prisoners before Annapolis Summit http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1195127538174&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Israel) Army on high alert ahead of Annapolis -- IDF reports 10 specific warnings of Palestinian plans to launch terror attack before next week's summit http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1195127536633&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Israel) Kassam rocket lands south of Ashkelon; no casualties reported http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1195127538109&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Nigeria) Supporters of rival Nigerian political parties clash; 6 dead, police say http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/18/africa/AF-GEN-Nigeria-Clashes.php (Somalia) French navy escorts Somali aid to deter pirates http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071119/wl_nm/somalia_conflict_dc_1;_ylt=Au6MimefjBsuF3OMUIc4eZqQLIUD (Somalia) Insurgents attack Ugandan troops in Somali capital http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071117/wl_nm/somalia_conflict_dc_3;_ylt=Au9kuhbwy4TulG5vVDHJqXuQLIUD Philippine police file murder complaints against 3 men in deadly Congress blast http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/19/asia/AS-GEN-Philippines-Bombing-Probe.php (Sri Lanka) Ten Tamil rebels shot dead: Sri Lankan defence ministry http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071119/wl_sthasia_afp/srilankaunrest_071119064915;_ylt=AsBUL5fBjq4Lg_ypfxJbCdUtM8oA (North Korea) US diplomat warns of pitfalls in North Korea - still plenty of loopholes to allow NK to continue making nuclear weapons http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071119/ap_on_re_as/koreas_nuclear_2;_ylt=AuyaBTxM_VjYv4JewTFgteqCscEA (Columbia) Chavez says he's sure Franco-Colombian hostage is alive http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/18/europe/EU-GEN-France-Colombian-Hostage.php November 18, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News (Iraq) Six killed as police under attack in Iraq - in Mosul, Tikrit, and Amara http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071118/wl_mideast_afp/iraqunrest_071118115253;_ylt=AoFCqpzUzM6LW05llwBvbH5X6GMA (Iraq) Bombs kill 4 in Iraq - in Mosul and Tikrit http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071118/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq_071029195427;_ylt=Aia4EVxiSlXDOn_PRduTFTBX6GMA (Iraq) "Iron Hammer" operation successful in pursuit of al-Qaeda in Iraq -- MNF http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1858144&Language=en (Iraq) Army: al-Qaida disrupted in northern Iraq - 5 slain in Mosul and Iraqi army commander survives assassination attempt in Kirkuk http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2007/11/18/army_al-qaida_disrupted_in_northern_iraq/9250/ (Iraq) British hostages in Iraq to be 'held for years' - by Iranian-backed militia http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/iraq/article2890922.ece (Iraq) Iran urges Iraq not to back US claims it meddles with Iraqi insurgency http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1195127533391&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Iraq) US military: Iraq violence down 55% since US surge http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1195127533331&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Afghanistan) Operation kills, wounds 100 Taliban: Afghan police -- in Kandahar province http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071118/wl_sthasia_afp/afghanistanunresttoll_071118055033;_ylt=Al7qGCE2ecTyfo6o0lddks7OVooA (Afghanistan) Taliban execute 5 Afghan police - in Uruzgan province - hung mutilated bodies from trees as warning http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071118/ap_on_re_as/afghanistan_8;_ylt=Ag.raZ1COXNKVlnOOrHCxwjOVooA Afghan and NATO troops kill at least 12 Taliban - in Zherai district west of of Kandahar http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071118/wl_nm/afghan_violence_dc_10;_ylt=AsSKM86XxH.FD47JEvYzfHvOVooA (Pakistan) Sectarian clashes in Pakistan kill 90: officials - in Parchinar - updated death toll http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071118/wl_sthasia_afp/pakistanunrestsectarian_071118113811;_ylt=AgCO1cf_q8YAxlQOYtOqhibzPukA (Pakistan) Pervez Musharraf 'protecting nuclear arsenal' http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/11/18/wpak118.xml (Bangladesh) Banned group Harkat-ul-Jihad-al-Islami (HUJI) admits to its role in attack on ex-Bangladesh PM Hasina http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1858220&Language=en (Iran) US and Israel 'face up to' Iran bomb -- report says Pentagon strategists are updating US deterrence policies for a future nuclear-armed Iran http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/11/18/wiran118.xml Iran 'tried to buy nuclear items 75 times' http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/11/17/wgulf217.xml Iran nuclear drive 'a grave threat': French FM http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071118/wl_mideast_afp/irannuclearpoliticsfranceisrael_071118104518;_ylt=AoUZxfNUiSvdAqO46zQRTOhSw60A Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad plays down possible US strike http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071118/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iran_us_2;_ylt=ApUO5ezTzMG3thXadcMnoylSw60A (Iran) Venezuelan President Chavez Warns of Higher Gas Prices if U.S. Strikes Iran http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,312078,00.html Syria foils attempt to smuggle money to Lebanon http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1195127532912&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (U.S.) Prouty Case: "Jihad Jane's State of Bliss" http://www.nypost.com/seven/11182007/news/nationalnews/jihad_janes_state_of_bliss_936973.htm (U.S.) New tool automates analysis of jihad sites - University of Arizona http://www.philly.com/inquirer/business/tech/20071118_New_tool_automates_analysis_of_jihad_sites.html (UK) Britain leads terror fight, insists Lord West http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/11/18/nwest118.xml (Sri Lanka) Military: Sri Lanka soldiers overrun rebel bunkers, fight gunbattles; 9 guerrillas killed http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/18/asia/AS-GEN-Sri-Lanka-Civil-War.php Colombia's Uribe slams opposition's links to rebel groups http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071117/wl_afp/colombiapoliticsrebelsparamilitaryuribe_071117215736;_ylt=AmsgbDf0mhCzYrQ3f6iJ.vqwv7kA Chinese Spying Is a Threat, Panel Says http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/11/15/AR2007111501099.html November 17, 2007 PM Anti-Terrorism News Report: Foreign fund flows drive Islamist surge http://www.hindu.com/2007/11/18/stories/2007111854761000.htm (Iraq) Inside the Surge http://www.newyorker.com/reporting/2007/11/19/071119fa_fact_anderson?printable=true (Iraq) 30 bodies found in Baghdad house http://www.latimes.com/news/nationworld/world/la-fg-iraq18nov18,1,7977336.story?track=rss (Iraq/Turkey) Iraq asks Turkey for time to take steps against PKK http://www.reuters.com/article/middleeastCrisis/idUSCOL749471 (Indonesia) Security Tightens Ahead of Climate Change Summit in Bali http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/11/security_tightens_ahead_of_cli.php (Afghanistan) Afghan bomb kills Nato Canadians http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/world/south_asia/7099873.stm (Afghanistan) Gunfire Hit Most of Afghan Bomb Victims http://ap.google.com/article/ALeqM5joEzQ2j2rBirQWYsl7uuJOIaOX9gD8SVL0G00 Afghan Blast Toll Includes Many Shot by Guards, U.N. Says - Most casualties in suicide bombing were shot by lawmakers' panicked bodyguards http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/11/17/AR2007111701659.html (Pakistan) U.S. Secretly Aids Pakistan in Guarding Nuclear Arms http://www.nytimes.com/2007/11/18/washington/18nuke.html?_r=1&hp&oref=slogin (Lebanon) Italian FM pushes for Lebanon compromise http://afp.google.com/article/ALeqM5ifVoIGMYBKP15yV4HoHQ8R1f7iYw (Iran) Exiled opposition leader: Iran far from nuclear bomb http://www.ynetnews.com/articles/0,7340,L-3472418,00.html November 17, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News (Iraq) US troops kill 7 suspects, capture 10 in raids across central and northern Iraq http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/17/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq-Raids.php (Iraq) US, Iraqi troops, citizens engage in anti-Qaeda operation in Anbar http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1857943&Language=en (Iraq) Four Iraqis detained over missing US soldiers http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/focusoniraq/2007/November/focusoniraq_November72.xml§ion=focusoniraq (Iraq) Gunmen kidnap Iraqi television reporter http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071117/wl_mideast_afp/iraqunrestmedia_071117101133;_ylt=An1NEM_ymcN1zSzKmZla_FxX6GMA (Afghanistan) 33 militants killed in Afghanistan -- 23 Taliban killed, 11 detained in Helmand province Garsmir district weapons transfer -- 10 killed in Kandahar Zhari district fighting -- also suicide bomber in Nagarhar province's Chapar district attacks NATO convoy wounding an alliance soldier and 2 civilians -- and 4 police killed in Ghor after militants attack in Shahark http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071117/ap_on_re_as/afghanistan_2;_ylt=AkkQ.1QdThN_0z_x.mCZRuPOVooA http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1857960&Language=en http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/November/subcontinent_November692.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (Pakistan) At least 30 killed, scores injured in sectarian violence in Pakistan -- in Kurram tribal region http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/17/asia/AS-GEN-Pakistan-Sectarian-Violence.php http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/November/subcontinent_November691.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= Pakistan: Militants blame US official's visit for fierce battles http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1562875015 (Pakistan) Widow of slain Pakistani reporter killed in blast - in Mir Ali killing Mehr-un-Nisa http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/November/subcontinent_November688.xml§ion=subcontinent Pakistan violence a concern at Pentagon http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071117/ap_on_go_ca_st_pe/us_pakistan_terrorism_3;_ylt=AotIihFwHvmeRX8kMzjLr5oTv5UB (Pakistan) US envoy gives Musharraf "strong message" - to end emergency rule http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/November/subcontinent_November687.xml§ion=subcontinent Pakistan's Musharraf warns on nuclear weapons http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/November/subcontinent_November693.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (Pakistan) AP Interview: Pakistan instability grows along with al-Qaida strongholds on western border http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/17/america/NA-GEN-US-Pakistan-Terrorism.php (India J&K) Kashmir killing sparks violent protest - crossfire between militants and soldiers http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/November/subcontinent_November697.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (India) DMK's Tiruvarur dist secretary killed in bomb blast http://www.hindustantimes.com/StoryPage/StoryPage.aspx?id=03360e62-e16d-4705-b217-9380eae4ca4c&MatchID1=4586&TeamID1=1&TeamID2=8&MatchType1=1&SeriesID1=1151&MatchID2=4588&TeamID3=3&TeamID4=5&MatchType2=1&SeriesID2=1152&PrimaryID=4586&Headline=DMK's+Tiruvarur+dist+secretary+killed+in+bomb+blast (U.S.) Securing malls against terror a delicate balance http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071116/lf_nm/usa_malls_terrorism_dc_1;_ylt=Am18pGgIywDff9cM2s.l.m8Tv5UB (U.S.) SEC may relaunch terror watch list site http://www.businessweek.com/ap/financialnews/D8SV2G580.htm (U.S.) Senate Approves Federal Terrorism Insurance http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2007/11/16/politics/politico/thecrypt/main3513363.shtml Iran to discuss contamination with IAEA: official http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071117/wl_mideast_afp/irannuclearpoliticsiaea_071117110558;_ylt=AoSBGWzv.WT5zEYyh4tBzstSw60A 'Iran buying time for nuclear weapons' http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1195127522567&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Hamas warns of violence if Abbas makes concessions to Israel in U.S. meet http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/16/africa/ME-GEN-Palestinians-Gaza.php (Gaza) Report: Hamas Band Sings of Jihad http://www.israelnationalnews.com/News/Flash.aspx/136551 Israel confirms attack on Sderot, no casualties http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1857965&Language=en (Israel) Kassams set fire to cars in Sderot http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1195127525792&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Algeria) Report: Algerian army kills high-ranking Islamic insurgent http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/16/africa/AF-GEN-Algeria-Militant-Killed.php (Algeria) Al Qaeda training camps in Mali behind Djanet attack http://www.elkhabar.com/FrEn/lire.php?ida=87346&idc=52 (Somalia) 2 Somalis killed, 6 wounded in explosion in the capital http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/17/africa/AF-GEN-Somalia.php (Turkey) Terror stance elusive http://www.turkishdailynews.com.tr/article.php?enewsid=88762 (Turkey) Thousands Of Radical Islamists In Istanbul, Call For Jihad And Destruction Of Israel http://www.thememriblog.org/turkey/blog_personal/en/3706.htm (Philippines) Soldiers disarm homemade bomb in southern Philippine city -- in Cotabato - been target of Al Qaeda linked militants http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/17/asia/AS-GEN-Philippines-Homemade-Bomb.php Philippine police to file murder charges against 3 men linked to deadly legislature blast http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/17/asia/AS-GEN-Philippines-Explosion.php (Philippines) 2 communist rebels killed, 1 soldier wounded in clash in northern Philippines http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/17/asia/AS-GEN-Philippines-Communist-Rebels.php Sri Lanka says fresh fighting kills 18 rebels http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/November/subcontinent_November695.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (New Zealand) Terror raids - charges linked to just 4 guns http://www.nzherald.co.nz/section/1/story.cfm?c_id=1&objectid=10476635 (Columbia) Chavez meets top Colombian rebel leader - ELN leader Antonio Garcia http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071117/ap_on_re_la_am_ca/venezuela_colombia_rebels_2;_ylt=AieskTT85mG8dMyoYQrA0Bqwv7kA Commentary: Tancredo's Raw Truth About Terrorism -- by Diana West http://www.townhall.com/columnists/DianaWest/2007/11/16/tancredos_raw_truth_about_terrorism The Criminal/Terrorist Pipeline to the United States http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/11/the_justice_department_recentl.php (U.N.) In Stunning Move, UN and US Delist Nasreddin and His Companies from Sanctions http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/11/in_stunning_move_un_delists_na.php November 16, 2007 PM Anti-Terrorism News (Pakistan) Top pro-Taliban commander among 80 militants killed in Pakistan (updated) - 130 militants killed in Swat - Militant commander Matiullah & deputy killed http://www.rediff.com/news/2007/nov/17pak.htm Iraqi Tribal Group Says U.S. Killed Its Members, Not Insurgents http://www.nytimes.com/2007/11/17/world/middleeast/17iraq.html?_r=1&oref=slogin - In reaction to this U.S. claim http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071115/pl_afp/iraqunrestqaeda_071115093654;_ylt=At32qrLdTzJEVneA5J2OVE9X6GMA Turkey urges Kurd rebels to disarm amid Iraq tension http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071116/wl_nm/turkey_iraq_dc;_ylt=AgqXNBXUVdrfkngLHeGm4gms0NUE (Iran) China deals blow to Western efforts to punish Iran http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071116/ts_nm/iran_nuclear_dc France nabs terror suspects - 7 suspected French Islamists possessed high-calibre weapons - different version of story mentions weapons http://www.thetimes.co.za/News/Article.aspx?id=614718 (U.S.) Busted illegal alien was great spy, say sources http://www.nydailynews.com/news/wn_report/2007/11/16/2007-11-16_busted_illegal_alien_was_great_spy_say_s-1.html November 16, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News (Iraq) US launches raids south of Baghdad - air assault targeting Al Qaeda militants staging attacks and believed in May kidnapping of 3 American soldiers http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071116/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq_071029195408;_ylt=AqjB_GjL_NJTuR3tGOY2QCBX6GMA (Iraq) Troops hunt near Baghdad for captive US soldiers http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071116/wl_mideast_afp/iraqunrestusqaeda_071116100914;_ylt=ArjLFsqZq0ajrjiykU7NalBX6GMA (Iraq) Roadside bomb kills civilian in central Baghdad http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1195127520049&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Iraq) In badlands south of Baghdad, U.S. says surge working http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071116/lf_nm/iraq_lynch_dc_1;_ylt=Ar1O2EEPJr5ejwXte48np7hX6GMA (Iraq) Iran appears to have halted bomb shipments to Iraq http://www.chron.com/disp/story.mpl/headline/world/5306456.html Afghan suicide attack misses Italian troops: general http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071116/wl_sthasia_afp/afghanistannatounrestitaly_071116095618;_ylt=Al.Ue8X2HdoHCw_PG3b9G._OVooA (Afghanistan) New clashes kills 25 militants, two Afghan police -- in Uruzgan http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/November/subcontinent_November644.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (Afghanistan) Tanker burnt, Taliban killed in Afghanistan http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1857768&Language=en (Afghanistan) Opium windfall fuels Afghan insurgents: U.N. http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071116/ts_nm/afghan_opium_dc_1;_ylt=Ak8S6NTZ5n4rQzA88CqHguDOVooA (Pakistan) Forty more militants killed in Pakistan clashes: army - bringing death toll to 100 in Swat Valley battles http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071116/wl_sthasia_afp/pakistanunrestnorthwest_071116062841;_ylt=Asycyp0WXVTLewevWmnGt9_zPukA (Pakistan) Terrorism suspect likely faces extradition to UK - Rashid Rauf http://www.ajc.com/metro/content/printedition/2007/11/16/terror1116.html Pakistan: Musharraf amends law giving president power to lift emergency -- not army chief http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Politics/?id=1.0.1562265034 Indian police foil Islamic terror plot to kidnap Rahul Gandhi http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071116/wl_afp/indiakashmirunrestgandhi_071116121008;_ylt=Aqt1m5DYBOEuhv3S_EzFJjsTv5UB US House snubs Bush on wiretap law http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071116/pl_afp/usattacksintelligencepoliticscourt_071116070913;_ylt=Au_8kq5qG8LkG8TtwE4MIzwTv5UB (Iran) IAEA: Iran not open about nuke program http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071116/ap_on_re_eu/iran_nuclear_16;_ylt=AvWidkPAYdyreoktt5SFX6VSw60A Iran wants Western "apology" after IAEA report http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071116/wl_nm/iran_nuclear_cleric_dc_3;_ylt=An3JV5paSfnY.obb2yDrrwdSw60A (Iran) Israel slams IAEA for "failing to expose" Iran ambitions http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/November/middleeast_November218.xml§ion=middleeast&col= (Lebanon) Armed clash in Burj Brajneh camp near Beirut's southern suburbs http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1857758&Language=en (Lebanon) US: Syria may interfere in Lebanon vote - State Dept concerned Syria or its supporters may use violence to interfere in Lebanon's upcoming presidential elections http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/us_syria;_ylt=Atmpk2Vy235__.6rBEFU4hnagGIB Jordan's Islamists seek offices their allies scorn http://www.iht.com/articles/2007/11/16/africa/16jordan.php (North Africa) Al Qaeda threat spurs call for regional unity -- Tunisia is pressing its North African neighbors to pool their resources http://washingtontimes.com/article/20071116/FOREIGN/111160068/1003 (Somalia) Survivors of Somali pirate attack tell of months of horror http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/15/africa/AF-GEN-Kenya-Surviving-the-Pirates.php (Somalia) Blog Report: Al Qaeda in Somalia Promises to Behead Ethiopian Children http://mypetjawa.mu.nu/archives/190136.php Online Jihadis Urge al Qaeda to Behead Bush on Saudi Visit http://mypetjawa.mu.nu/archives/190137.php (Egypt) The decade-old Luxor massacre irrevocably changed both tourism and terrorism in Egypt http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/16/africa/ME-GEN-Egypt-Luxor-Massacre.php CIA flights: Romania denies presence of secret prisons http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1562547332 Turkish authorities seek to ban Kurdish party -- accused of colluding with Kurdish rebels http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071116/wl_afp/turkeykurdsunrestpolitics_071116122501;_ylt=AtbYKkHvXMwwWPCl46Nk.BvtfLkA (France) Police: 7 alleged Islamic militants planning to leave for Iraq detained in eastern France http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/16/europe/EU-GEN-France-Iraq-Terrorism.php (UK) Blow to hopes of deal on terror detention http://news.scotsman.com/politics.cfm?id=1811282007 (Sri Lanka) Air force jets pound rebel boatyard after clashes kill 7 guerrillas, military says http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/16/asia/AS-GEN-Sri-Lanka-Civil-War.php (North Korea) Bush, Japan's Fukuda to discuss NKorea, 'war on terror' http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071116/pl_afp/usjapandiplomacy_071116084348;_ylt=Akae1K3mlA78Aof5vZtHVz6CscEA November 15, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News (Iraq) US military says 25 suspected Qaeda killed in Iraq - town of Tarmiyah http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071115/pl_afp/iraqunrestqaeda_071115093654;_ylt=At32qrLdTzJEVneA5J2OVE9X6GMA Iraqi police: Suicide car bomb kills 6, wounds 21 in Kirkuk - suicide car bomber http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/15/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq.php http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1039218 (Iraq) American Army in Iraq reports two deaths in Diyala http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1039276 (Iraq) American Army urges Iran to take action against infiltrators into Iraq http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1039178 (Iraq) Suicide bomber kills two, wounds 10 south of Baghdad - on Wednesday in Al-Muwailha area http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1039088 (Iraq) US general: Roadside bombs down sharply http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071115/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq_071029195403;_ylt=AqO8AWULTWbQZMyrKT4_M9JX6GMA Iraqis dropping the ball, U.S. officers say - With attacks ebbing, government is urged to reach out to opponents http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/21781092/ http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/11/14/AR2007111402524.html?hpid=topnews (Iraq) Anti-al-Qaida Sunni sheik claims US forces killed his followers in 12-hour battle http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/14/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq-Clash.php (Iraq) Powerful Sunni group condemns the seizure of headquarters, saying it is politically motivated http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/15/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq-Sunni-Group.php (Pakistan) Bomb blast near Musharraf's HQ kills 7 - Suicide blast aabout a quarter-mile from Musharraf's army office kills 7 in Pakistan http://www.newsweek.com/id/67153/page/1 Pakistani troops strike back at militants - in north-west valley - leave 50 dead - 33 on Wednesday http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071115/wl_sthasia_afp/pakistanunrestnorthwest_071115155048;_ylt=AoFxN12iuMHLA9tVOSKMhe7zPukA Pakistan: Many dead in fierce fighting in north-west valley http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1557792877 Pakistan Army kills eight pro-Taliban militants in north-west Pakistan http://news.monstersandcritics.com/southasia/news/article_1373946.php/Army_kills_eight_pro-Taliban_militants_in_north-west_Pakistan (Pakistan) Pro-Taliban militants take over key town in NWFP - update on Taliban takeover of Shangla http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/World/Pro-Taliban_militants_take_over_key_town_in_NWFP/articleshow/2541679.cms (Pakistan) Two boys shot dead in Pakistan protest: police http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/November/subcontinent_November617.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (Pakistan) US signals Musharraf's days may be numbered http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml;jsessionid=X4TILVEGGG0TXQFIQMGSFFWAVCBQWIV0?xml=/news/2007/11/15/wpak315.xml (Pakistan) US should not panic over Islamists in Pakistan: analysts http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071115/pl_afp/uspakistanpolitics_071115135515;_ylt=ApNWkkINjZYz.dhHGl7Uw83zPukA -- ignores documented support of such groups for Jihadists http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/11/pakistan_media_and_islamists.php (Pakistan) While Pakistan Burns: Taliban's Mullah Obaidullah Akhund released last week - was the highest-ranking Taliban ever arrested by the Pakistanis http://www.newsweek.com/id/69494 (Pakistan) UK to fund counter-extremism propaganda in Pakistan http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\11\15\story_15-11-2007_pg7_1 Afghanistan: Bin Laden hiding in border mountains, claims ex-Taliban militant http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1559064864 (Afghanistan) Coalition kills several militants in Afghanistan - British soldier killed http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/November/subcontinent_November609.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (Afghanistan) Taliban kill Afghan boy for teaching English: police http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071115/wl_nm/afghan_violence_dc_4;_ylt=An.sqkRZioXuo8BcBS46zPjOVooA (India J&K) Anti-tank gun seized from militant hideout in J&K http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/India/Anti-tank_gun_seized_from_militant_hideout_in_JK/rssarticleshow/2544000.cms (India J&K) Hizbul Mujahideen militant arrested in J&K http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Hizbul_Mujahideen_militant_arrested_in_JK/articleshow/2543962.cms (India) Alleged Maoists gun down contractor in Jharkhand http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/India/Alleged_Maoists_gun_down_contractor_in_Jharkhand/articleshow/2542868.cms (U.S.) Prouty case: How big a role did disgraced CIA officer have? Prouty was assigned a sensitive post in Baghdad, NBC News has learned http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/21796035/ U.S. engages Muslim Brotherhood despite Rice http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20071115/FOREIGN/111150040/1003 (U.S.) Military says leaked Gitmo manual is old http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071115/ap_on_re_la_am_ca/guantanamo_leaked_manual_5;_ylt=AiHtUMfHV.2wTMKN6J5Wyt8Tv5UB (U.S.) House to vote on eavesdropping bill http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071115/ap_on_go_co/terrorist_surveillance_5;_ylt=AvuQ2BMXQpOYz.Q.vqMJd4YTv5UB (U.S.) Experts fault U.S. preparation for anthrax attack http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071114/ts_nm/usa_anthrax_dc (U.S.) GAO: Bomb Parts Snuck Past Airport Checks - CBS News: IED components were undetected http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2007/11/14/eveningnews/main3502791.shtml http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/11/15/nfortress815.xml http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/11/14/AR2007111402525.html?sub=AR (U.S.) Security Fears, Airline Congestion Threaten Holiday Travel http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,311793,00.html (U.S. / Columbia) Banana producer faces $8b lawsuit over terrorism http://www.smh.com.au/news/world/banana-producer-faces-8b-lawsuit-over-terrorism/2007/11/15/1194766868472.html (U.S.) Boston: Ex-heads of Islamic charity go on trial - Defense asks jurors not to be swayed by views -- Care International trial http://www.boston.com/news/local/articles/2007/11/15/ex_heads_of_islamic_charity_go_on_trial/ (U.S.) CBN News: Jihad in Central Ohio http://www.cbn.com/CBNnews/252977.aspx http://ohioagainstterror.blogspot.com/2007/11/cbn-news-jihad-in-central-ohio.html (Iran) UN Report: Iran cooperating with UN Security Council but continues defying Security Council http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/15/europe/EU-GEN-Iran-Nuclear-Report.php (Iran) China calls for Tehran to work with IAEA http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071115/ap_on_re_mi_ea/nuclear_iran_1;_ylt=AhpMBFLa_MYY310o8nYW9apSw60A (Iran) China urges talks, not sanctions, to deal with Iran http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071115/wl_nm/china_iran_nuclear_dc_1;_ylt=AgHwXsfoJM5qrFE3byDpzeFSw60A (Iran) Gloves come off as Iran moderates battle Prezhttp://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/November/middleeast_November201.xml§ion=middleeast&col= Lebanese Newspaper: Al Qaeda Tried to Kill Hezbollah's Nasrallah http://www.israelnationalnews.com/News/Flash.aspx/136519 http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1557969575 http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?c=JPArticle&cid=1195036613500&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Two Palestinian militants killed in Israeli Gaza attack http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/November/middleeast_November207.xml§ion=middleeast&col= http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1195036616024&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Gaza) Abbas calls for ouster of Hamas militants who control Gaza http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/15/africa/ME-GEN-Abbas-Hamas.php (Israel) 4 Kassam rockets hit Israel: one Kassam lands outside of Sderot; woman suffers shock http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1195127513289&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Israel braces for Iran bomb despite vow to prevent http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071115/ts_nm/nuclear_israel_iran_dc_3;_ylt=Aq8Xrjlv9FyHi7MmhGzMUcVSw60A http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1195127514576&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Saudi Arabia) Jihad and the Saudi petrodollar http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/middle_east/7093423.stm -- see also Jeffrey Imm November 14 posting http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/11/wsj_and_islamist_financing.php (UAE) Tougher penalties urged to fight cyber terrorism http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticle.asp?xfile=data/theuae/2007/November/theuae_November385.xml§ion=theuae Algerian army winning battle against Al-Qaeda: expert http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071115/wl_africa_afp/algeriaattacksqaeda_071115151149;_ylt=Aij6La5IF1A505j_cmQAa6QTv5UB Tunisia convicts ex-Guantanamo detainee - Abdullah bin Omar gets 7 year sentence http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071115/ap_on_re_mi_ea/tunisia_guantanamo_detainee_1;_ylt=AqMEwj7hJhYYOuN_qOtnyLQTv5UB (Somalia) Fugitive Somali Islamist urges jihad on AU troops http://africa.reuters.com/country/BL/news/usnL15539579.html Nigeria hit by new oil pipeline attack http://africa.reuters.com/top/news/usnBAN533073.html Nigeria: Sultan - No Al Qaeda, Taliban in Country http://allafrica.com/stories/200711150365.html (Egypt) Muslim Brotherhood members arrested in Nile Delta http://africa.reuters.com/top/news/usnBAN549992.html (Turkey) US shares intelligence with Turkey http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071115/ap_on_re_mi_ea/turkey_us_intelligence_1;_ylt=Ao4XeSh.oqyn88gdtyQxa43tfLkA Turkey fights Kurdish rebels with language as well as guns http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/15/europe/EU-GEN-Turkey-Fighting-Words.php Azerbaijan: Heading off jihad http://www.energypublisher.com/article.asp?idcategory=35&idSub=181&idArticle=12162 UK court agrees radical cleric's US extradition -- Abu Hamza al-Masr to face trial for Oregon Al Qaeda training camps http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/theworld/2007/November/theworld_November465.xml§ion=theworld&col= http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/uk/crime/article2875954.ece (UK) Opposition rebuffs terror detention compromise http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/politics/article2875678.ece (UK) Air passengers will be forced to give 53 pieces of personal information in new terror crackdown http://www.dailymail.co.uk/pages/live/articles/news/news.html?in_article_id=493912&in_page_id=1770 (UK) Britain's prime minister says he will enlist Internet companies to fight online terror http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/15/europe/EU-GEN-Britain-Terrorism-Online.php German parliament extends Afghan anti-terror mandate http://africa.reuters.com/wire/news/usnL15611288.html Philippine police kill 3, arrest 3 suspects in deadly Congress blast http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/15/asia/AS-GEN-Philippines-Explosion.php Philippine government, Muslim rebels break stalemate on scope of Muslim homeland http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/15/asia/AS-GEN-Malaysia-Philippines-Muslim-Rebels.php Philippine Congress bomb was 'sophisticated': police http://afp.google.com/article/ALeqM5i0r76_m3sUu1lL1uwhgMn_Ua1Scw (Philippines) Enrile: House blast not an act of terror http://www.inquirer.net/specialfeatures/congressblast/view.php?db=1&article=20071115-101103 Man sentenced for plotting to bomb Vietnam embassy in Phillipines http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/15/america/NA-GEN-US-Bomb-Plot.php Sri Lanka says kills 19 rebels, one soldier dead http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/November/subcontinent_November614.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071115/wl_sthasia_afp/srilankaunrest_071115071932;_ylt=Av7tXFm8LNhyrWji2QSgQfAtM8oA (North Korea) U.S., North Korea to hold financial talks next week http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071114/pl_nm/korea_north_financial_dc_1;_ylt=AmbyiVx5FVSbgfCdx.DUMtyCscEA Report: Internally distributed DHS memo: al-Qaeda and Hezbollah may attack U.S. within three years http://www.afriquenligne.fr/news/daily-news/internally-distributed-dhs-memo:-al%11qaeda-and-hezbollah-may-attack-u.s.-within-three-years-2007111511435/ A Grim Milestone Ignored - 10,000th attack by Islamic terrorists and militants since 9/11 http://www.frontpagemag.com/Articles/Read.aspx?GUID=453D47F2-EA57-43CD-8DF8-403A77F960BB Commentary: Robert Spencer: War on Terror or War on Jihad? Defining the Problem http://www.familysecuritymatters.org/terrorism.php?id=1385381 Other News: Hamas: Hillary ticket to Palestinian victory -- Top terror group adviser: Clinton would end 'unlimited military, political support' for Israel http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=58699 (Spain) Blast destroys real estate office in northwest Spain; no injuries http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/15/europe/EU-GEN-Spain-Explosion.php Against Nazi News: (Germany) Neo-Nazis charged over racist attack on Africans http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=26&story_id=46010 November 14, 2007 PM Anti-Terrorism News (Pakistan) Heavy clashes in Pakistan kill 37 (updated) http://www.channelnewsasia.com/stories/afp_asiapacific/view/311623/1/.html Pakistan unrest threatens supply lines http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071114/ap_on_go_ca_st_pe/us_pakistan;_ylt=Aig3JTh7k.8YiL15GzQeG1Cs0NUE (Afghanistan) Afghan, Coalition forces free 7 hostages by Taliban http://news.xinhuanet.com/english/2007-11/14/content_7075201.htm (Afghanistan) More Foreign Fighters Reported Aiding Taliban in Afghanistan http://www.voanews.com/english/2007-11-14-voa25.cfm (Afghanistan) Police corruption remains a drag on Afghan mission for Canadian troops http://canadianpress.google.com/article/ALeqM5jUUS89yirDvVSASCLqfgvEr2ypwA (U.S.) Dow Jones, Wall Street Journal, and Islamist Financing - by Jeffrey Imm http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/11/wsj_and_islamist_financing.php (U.S.) Feds Accuse Scholar of Terror Activity - Denied visa for Adam Habib, South African scholar http://ap.google.com/article/ALeqM5g5hcTUJiYmQRUkO9RWazii39NiHgD8STL6R00 (U.S.) Tancredo ad invokes terror, immigrants http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071114/ap_on_el_pr/tancredo_ad (U.S.) CIA admits to recording interrogations of top al Qaida captives - Misled judges about tapes during Moussaoui trial http://news.yahoo.com/s/mcclatchy/20071114/wl_mcclatchy/20071113bcciainterrogations_attn_national_editors_ytop;_ylt=Al.IeKSx682ccsfD7jxNueWs0NUE US News and World Report Commentary: Anthrax And Al Qaeda - by Michael Barone http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2007/11/14/usnews/whispers/main3500524.shtml (U.S.) NY governor drops immigrant license plan - Drops plan for driver's licenses to illegal immigrants http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071114/ap_on_re_us/immigrant_driver_s_licenses;_ylt=AtL4oYxWykn5OetL_fNVe9is0NUE (U.S.) Suspected Hezbollah mole pleads guilty to FBI file snooping http://www.nydailynews.com/news/wn_report/2007/11/14/2007-11-14_suspected_hezbollah_mole_pleads_guilty_t-1.html U.S. says bank bomb threats came from Portugal - Allan Guedes Sharif linked to phone calls to stores and banks http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071113/wl_nm/usa_portugal_threats_dc (Iraq) How They Did It: Executing the winning strategy in Iraq - Explanation of changes and impacts in Coalition strategy to defeat Al Qaeda in Iraq http://weeklystandard.com/Content/Public/Articles/000/000/014/346ydlgo.asp Iran: Has the Rising Price of Oil Trumped Sanctions? http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/11/iran_has_the_rising_price_of_o.php Somalia - No Place for a Child http://ap.google.com/article/ALeqM5hPwrSN4KYc3mkR9aGYmGHNc3EgTAD8STK6H80 Tajik Officials Call Dushanbe Explosion A Terrorist Act http://www.rferl.org/featuresarticle/2007/11/EE4AA41E-574D-4586-9A30-218F76D7E758.html (Canada) Air India inquiry told key witness lost over CSIS, RCMP disagreement http://www.canada.com/vancouversun/news/story.html?id=5417409e-cbaa-4426-938b-dfddb93e3254&k=63279 Blog Reports: Azerbaijan: Heading off jihad http://intellibriefs.blogspot.com/2007/11/azerbaijan-heading-off-jihad.html U.S. Thwarts 19 Terrorist Attacks against America Since 9/11 - news analysis by James Jay Carafano http://www.familysecuritymatters.org/terrorism.php?id=1385366 Other News: Iranian TV Reports on MEMRI TV Clips on Wife Beating in Islam http://www.memritv.org/clip_transcript/en/1597.htm November 14, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News (Iraq) Bomb blast in Iraqi capital kills two people -- bomb blast near Green Zone apparently intended to hit passing U.S. military patrol http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1038811 (Iraq) Four American troops lose life in Iraq -- army -- due to gunfire in Mosul and Al-Wahda, bomb in Diyala http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1038806 -- see also Reuters report http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071114/wl_nm/iraq_dc_14;_ylt=AvpK15noKP6rU78CAD7IReBX6GMA Iraqi govt seizes Baghdad headquarters of powerful Sunni group -- Association of Muslim Scholars accused of supporting Al Qaeda http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/14/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq.php Iraqi president says crisis with Turkey has passed and Iraq situation better http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/14/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq-Talabani.php Iraq: Hardline Islamic group linked to bomb attack in Kurd city -- linked to armed members of Ansar al-Islam, headed by Mullah Krekar in Norway http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1553462651 (Iraq) Report: FBI Says 14 of 17 Blackwater Killings in Baghdad Skirmish Were Unjustified http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,311562,00.html (Afghanistan) Dozens of Taliban killed in airstrikes -- terrorists attacked joint force in the Deh Rawood district of Uruzgan province http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071114/ap_on_re_as/afghan_violence_2;_ylt=AvDpoM7xsZzmyUaN9HcLBUPOVooA Pakistani gunships kill 16 militants - in different areas of Swat, including Shangla area http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071114/wl_sthasia_afp/pakistanunrestnorthwest_071114121355;_ylt=AqRjxegZqAMUSY6kdjy8ktzzPukA (Pakistan) Militants gaining strength: general http://www.dawn.com/2007/11/14/top2.htm (Pakistan) Dozens wounded in attack on Pakistani security forces convoy -- in Aman Dera area -- Taliban seize control of Shangla area http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1038797 (Pakistan) Swat militants occupy another district town http://www.dawn.com/2007/11/14/top3.htm http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\11\14\story_14-11-2007_pg7_1 (Pakistan) Militant killed while planting bomb in Pakistani city -- in Peshawar cafeteria http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1038651 Pakistan's Imran Khan to be charged under terrorism law http://www.channelnewsasia.com/stories/afp_asiapacific/view/311542/1/.html -- in June 2007, Al Jazeera reported 700 members of Imran Khan's political party supporters chanting "Long Live Osama" (Bin Laden) http://english.aljazeera.net/NR/exeres/65ACF62D-93FA-4110-B91C-3FC08C3195E8.htm (Pakistan) President Musharraf blames media for turmoil http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/asia/article2868571.ece (Pakistan) 'Political leaders under terror threat' http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\11\14\story_14-11-2007_pg7_3 Pakistan leader Musharraf to quit army this month http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/pakistan;_ylt=AoCkMta6v9iXb0FJXmoQQS_zPukA (Pakistan) Bhutto to US: Facilitate "exit strategy" for Musharraf http://www.outlookindia.com/pti_news.asp?id=518673 India: Pakistan Nukes in jihadi hands a worry: India Army chief http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Nukes_in_jihadi_hands_a_worry_Army_chief/articleshow/2539250.cms (India) Terror infrastructure across India's western border still active -- Army ndian Army Chief General Deepak Kapoor concern about increase in terror attacks from Pakistan http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1038878 (India J&K) Two Lashkar-e-Taiba militants killed in J&K -- Poonch district http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Two_Lashkar-e-Taiba_militants_killed_in_JK/articleshow/2541201.cms (Tajikistan) Explosion near Tajik presidential palace -- officials call a terror attack http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071114/ap_on_re_as/tajikistan_explosion_1;_ylt=Avql70cxdanj857B1r750zoTv5UB http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/14/asia/AS-GEN-Tajikistan-Explosion.php Hacking wars, heightened encryption latest threats from Islamic extremists: analyst http://www.cbc.ca/world/story/2007/11/14/hacker-threat.html (U.S.) Prouty Case: A Hizbollah Mole? Case against CIA spy shocks counter-intelligence community http://newsweek.com/id/70309 (U.S.) Prouty Case: Ex-FBI Employee's Case Raises New Security Concerns http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/11/13/AR2007111302033.htmlhttp://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/11/13/AR2007111302033.html (U.S.) The Long Decline of Counter-Intelligence Capability -- by Douglas Farah http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/11/the_long_decline_of_counterint.php U.S. defense fixing communication gaps - Simulation unites federal, local agencies to respond to terror attack http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=58672 US Senators, Insurers Meet On Extension Of Terror Insurance http://money.cnn.com/news/newsfeeds/articles/djf500/200711131458DOWJONESDJONLINE000647_FORTUNE5.htm (Iran) Ex-nuclear official accused in Iran -- Hossein Mousavian accused of passing classified information to British Embassy and foreigners http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071114/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iran_nuclear_2;_ylt=Au46xff4Uz7eHCqPLPmMFhNSw60A Iran summons 5 Argentine nationals to court over 1994 Jewish center bombing http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/14/africa/ME-GEN-Iran-Argentina.php (Lebanon) Nasrallah builds case for jihad against Lebanese government http://yalibnan.com/site/archives/2007/11/nasrallah_build.php Palestinian police arrest 18 in West Bank -- mostly Hamas members http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/November/middleeast_November194.xml§ion=middleeast&col= Hamas tightens restrictions on Gaza journalists following Fatah rally http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/14/africa/ME-GEN-Palestinians-Gaza.php Egypt fighting a different war on terror http://www.washingtontimes.com/article/20071114/FOREIGN/111140056/1003 (Egypt) News analysis of activities of Jihad groups in Egypt (my title) http://frontpagemagazine.com/Articles/Read.aspx?GUID=2B988539-B785-4B52-8C0A-D88080958AB9 (Israel) Two Terror Rockets in Western Negev http://www.israelnationalnews.com/News/Flash.aspx/136462 (Israel) Knesset Arab Minister Speech - Israeli sovereignty is nonexistent on Temple Mount and Islam rules (my title) http://www.israelnationalnews.com/News/News.aspx/124246 (Norway) Authorities mum on Krekar's latest provocation http://www.aftenposten.no/english/local/article2099168.ece (Romania) Italian media tells about Al-Qaeda activities in Romania -- Romanian Intelligence says it's an old story http://english.hotnews.ro/Italian-media-tells-about-Al-Qaeda-activities-in-Romania.-Romanian-Intelligence-says-it's-an-old-story-articol_46431.htm (UK) Al-Qaeda's Christmas bomb blitz -- UK Shopping centers and sports stadiums are Al-Qaeda's top targets for a Christmas bombing blitz http://www.mirror.co.uk/news/topstories/2007/11/14/al-qaeda-s-xmas-bomb-blitz-89520-20104396/ (UK) PM: British sites need more security http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071114/ap_on_re_eu/britain_terrorism_2;_ylt=AtNqbZ1AjiFFItjcrKlunJkTv5UB (UK) Initiative package to guard against terrorism http://www.ft.com/cms/s/0/493b6344-9254-11dc-8981-0000779fd2ac.html?nclick_check=1 (UK) Gordon Brown: I need your help to beat terror http://www.thesun.co.uk/sol/homepage/news/article461389.ece http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/politics/7094620.stm (UK) Brown's security minister 'not convinced' on extending terror http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/uk/article2868773.ece (UK) Security minister opens rift on terror laws http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/11/14/nterror314.xml (Northern Ireland) Suspected IRA dissident charged with murdering ex-colleague in Belfast feud http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/13/europe/EU-GEN-Ireland-Belfast-Feud.php Indonesia: US war on terror an 'insult to Muslims', says Islamic leader -- Din Syamsuddin, head of the Muhammadiyah, Indonesia's second-largest Muslim organization http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Religion/?id=1.0.1553461926 (Thailand) Police kill one, arrest 33 insurgent suspects -- in Narathiwat Province http://www.bangkokpost.com/breaking_news/previousdetail.php?id=123564 (Thailand) Police arrest insurgent suspect in South -- suspected of involvement in the killing of two marines taken hostage in a Narathiwat village in September 2005 http://www.bangkokpost.com/breaking_news/previousdetail.php?id=123545 (Philippines) Batasan blast death toll climbs to 4 http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/storypage.aspx?StoryId=99154 (Philippines) Nails ripped victims in Philippine blast http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2007/11/14/nails_ripped_victims_in_philippine_blast/7302/ Philippines: Motive for Muslim MP's murder unclear -- alleged member of Abu Sayyaf declares responsibility http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1552952444 (Philippines) Police: Deadly bomb blast outside Philippine Congress targeted Muslim lawmaker http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/14/asia/AS-GEN-Philippines-Explosion.php (Philippines) Bomb targeted Philippine lawmaker with ties to al-Qaeda http://www.canada.com/ottawacitizen/news/story.html?id=de21d679-f1d8-47ff-9fe0-6f8f6de28d38 Philippines and Islamic separatists meet to resume peace talks in Malaysia http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/14/asia/AS-GEN-Malaysia-Philippines-Rebels.php Maldives Bans Praising Palestinian Suicide Bombers http://www.israelnationalnews.com/News/Flash.aspx/136459 (Sri Lanka) Flying Tigers trigger Sri Lanka alert http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071114/wl_sthasia_afp/srilankaunrestalert_071114101541;_ylt=ArCEutuvI87X7KuzKpzF1EstM8oA Sri Lankan military: Roadside bomb blast kills 4 Tamil rebels the volatile north http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/14/asia/AS-GEN-Sri-Lanka-Civil-War.php (North Korea) Progress made on solving N.Korea uranium issue: U.S. http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071114/pl_nm/korea_north_usa_dc_1;_ylt=Am7AE2WyfHHJBOCrLL_GbB.CscEA Cambodia stops ex-Khmer Rouge chief from leaving http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071114/wl_nm/cambodia_rouge_dc_1;_ylt=AmyGvcQAjPbPYDVZlSpIvG4Tv5UB (New Zealand) Police investigate new publication of 'terror' evidence http://www.nzherald.co.nz/section/story.cfm?c_id=1&objectid=10475961 Other News: GOP split on repeal of Real ID http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20071114/NATION/111140082/1001 French court to see footage of al-Dura http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?c=JPArticle&cid=1192380810880&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Danish PM in talks with anti-Muslims http://www.theaustralian.news.com.au/story/0,25197,22761967-26040,00.html Canadian businesswoman sued for not hiring Muslim http://www.canada.com/ottawacitizen/news/story.html?id=19c0642b-a4c4-4b8d-93e4-168fb18d8022&k=84721 Italy: Muslims campaign against 'Koranic' toilet seat http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Religion/?id=1.0.1553025603 US says bank bomb threats came from Portugal http://www.reuters.com/article/worldNews/idUSN1362761520071113 Russia 'may deploy missiles in Belarus' http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071114/ap_on_re_eu/russia_us_missile_defense;_ylt=AmaSSOzlhkhxQFwVCQmbXjZvaA8F Russia builds up new missile launcher http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1038958 November 13, 2007 PM Anti-Terrorism News (U.S.) Hizballah's Penetration of the FBI, CIA - by Steven Emerson http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/11/hizballahs_penetration_of_the.php (U.S.) Detroit: Woman with links to Hezbollah infiltrates CIA, FBI - Nada Nadim Prouty pleaded guilty to immigration fraud and computer crime to pass info to Hezbollah http://www.detnews.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20071113/UPDATE/711130454 http://www.freep.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20071113/NEWS01/71113038 http://tinyurl.com/232paf - see Plea Agreement http://counterterrorismblog.org/newslinks/FINAL%20PROUTY-Rule11.pdf (U.S.) Detroit: Former FBI Agent Accused Of Leaking Info - Ex-FBI agent and CIA analyst guilty of immigration fraud and computer crime to pass info to Hezbollah Sources say the woman, from Lebanon, entered the United States on a student visa and earned citizenship through a sham marriage http://cbs3.com/national/fbi.agent.hezbollah.2.566681.html (U.S.) Prouty Case Shows Citizenship the "Keys to the Kingdom" http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/11/prouty_case_shows_citizenship.php (U.S.) Hizballah Mole Case Reflects Depth of Threat http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/11/hizballah_mole_case_reflects_d.php (U.S.) Domestic spying inquiry restarted at DoJ - New Attorney General restarts review http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071113/ap_on_go_ca_st_pe/domestic_spying;_ylt=AvfXGp7RDcTVjX2pgpdU.bCs0NUE (Afghanistan) Optimism and pessimism in Afghanistan http://cnews.canoe.ca/CNEWS/War_Terror/2007/11/13/4652694-cp.html (Pakistan) Top US diplomat to visit Pakistan to seek end to turmoil -- Deputy Secretary of State John Negroponte http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071113/pl_afp/pakistanpoliticsus_071113215134 (Pakistan) Imran Khan says would join Bhutto in anti-Musharraf campaign http://www.hindustantimes.com/StoryPage/FullcoverageStoryPage.aspx?id=9b1bfaa1-2813-4462-91d8-9692a6036cf0EmergencyruleinPakistan_Special&&Headline=Imran+to+join+Bhutto+in+anti-Pervez+drive (Philippines) Lawmakers among 7 killed in blast at Philippine House of Representatives http://www.nydailynews.com/news/wn_report/2007/11/13/2007-11-13_lawmakers_among_7_killed_in_blast_at_phi.html (Philippines) Assassination suspected in Philippine Congress blast http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071113/wl_nm/philippines_blast_dc;_ylt=AldlI02zh_hJbVJVpyEzVgms0NUE - see video of scene http://www.inquirer.net/ Iran gives UN blueprints of how to make uranium warheads -- to ward off sanctions http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1192380808786&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Iran) US official expresses concern over Italy-Iran business dealings http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1192380808565&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Hamas carries out mass arrests and puts down Gaza schoolgirl demo http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/middle_east/article2863307.ece Egypt finds 60 Gaza tunnels in 10 months http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1192380807070&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Israel Hopes to Resume Talks With Syria http://www.dailycomet.com/article/20071113/API/711130847 (Israel) 3 Kassam rockets lands in w. Negev http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1192380807415&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Jordan) Islamic opposition group accuses government of planning to rig parliament elections http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/13/africa/ME-GEN-Jordan-Elections.php Turkey: Islamist media condemn visit by Israeli leader http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Politics/?id=1.0.1548287376 Turkey: UAVs will find PKK and Turkish forces will hit http://www.thenewanatolian.com/tna-29495.html (Switzerland) Muslim Gunman opens fire on Muslim worshippers http://www.news.com.au/mercury/story/0,22884,22754002-5012784,00.html (UK) Legislators, victims oppose plans to tighten terror laws http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/13/europe/EU-GEN-Britain-Terror-Laws.php Northern Ireland police chief vows to hunt down IRA dissidents behind recent officer shootings http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/13/europe/EU-GEN-NIreland-Police-Shot.php Denmark: Islamic candidate could decide election -- has appeared on television comparing "Iraqis who attack marines to the Danes who fought the Nazis" http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Politics/?id=1.0.1549009626 Colombia says rebel infiltrated top army school - FARC spy took classes with future generals & set off bomb there in 2006 http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071113/wl_nm/colombia_rebel_dc_1 Other News: (Iraq) Book: Saddam Hussein Faked Having WMDs to Trick Iran http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/11/book_saddam_hussein_faked_havi.php (Iran) Gays should be hanged, says Iranian minister http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/middle_east/article2859606.ece http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,311025,00.html (U.S.) Campaign defends ad depicting terrorist attack http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/ (U.S.) CAIR: "U.S. Muslims Launch Major News Media Education Campaign" http://orange.advfn.com/news_U-S-Muslims-Launch-Major-News-Media-Education-Campaign_23256146.html (U.S.) WP: "Is Tancredo Too 'Tough On Terror'?" http://blog.washingtonpost.com/channel-08/2007/11/tancredo_tough_on_terror.html?hpid=topnews -- YouTube Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rBK7bWh1m04 November 13, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News (Iraq) U.S. and Iraqi troops kill 15 Al Qaeda gunmen in big battle -- in Adwaniya http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071113/wl_nm/iraq_dc_10;_ylt=AnYtq7OGaEUYM2HyrtymgvBX6GMA Iraq plans operation against insurgents -- 10 killed in roadside bombs attacks -- Baghdad roadside bomb kills 3, 4 bodies found in Baghdad, Tikrit bombing kills police officer, 3 killed in Abu Gharib http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2007/11/13/iraq_plans_operation_against_insurgents/2848/ (Iraq) US forces kill al-Qaeda cell leader, his family in Mosul http://news.monstersandcritics.com/middleeast/news/article_1373250.php/US_forces_kill_al-Qaeda_cell_leader_his_family_in_Mosul__1st_Lead_ (Iraq) Al-Qaeda defeated in Baquba, police chief says http://news.monstersandcritics.com/middleeast/news/article_1372945.php/Al-Qaeda_defeated_in_Baquba_police_chief_says Iraqi President says Kurdish attacks against Turkey is terrorism http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/12/africa/ME-GEN-Arab-League-Iraq-Kurds.php Turkish warplanes bomb three Iraqi villages -- near Zakho in northern Iraq's autonomous Kurdish region http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071113/wl_mideast_afp/turkeykurdsunrestiraqmilitary_071113122900;_ylt=AlvaF9NXvBGsRxk08UGadYVX6GMA Kurdish rebels kill 4 soldiers in southeast Turkey http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/13/europe/EU-GEN-Turkey-Soldiers-Killed.php (Afghanistan) US troops detain six suspected militants in Afghanistan -- in Narkh district of the country's Maidan Wardak province http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1038396 (Afghanistan) US seeks concrete reform steps from Afghan leader Karzai http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071113/wl_sthasia_afp/usafghanistandiplomacyunrest_071113072430;_ylt=AkSwlouNQxjxiiqXJwdoPrrOVooA (Afghanistan) 60 soldiers become American citizens at ceremony in Afghanistan http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/12/asia/AS-GEN-Afghan-Citizen-Ceremony.php Pakistan army kills four Islamic militants in north-west valley - in Sambat area in the Swat district http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/November/subcontinent_November540.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= Pakistan: Army takes over command of security forces in north-west valley http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1547821341 (Pakistan) Bomb kills 1 at Internet cafe in northwestern Pakistan - in Peshawar http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/13/asia/AS-GEN-Pakistan-Blast.php (Pakistan) Roadside bomb kills Pakistani soldier - blast near paramilitary Frontier Corps camp near Miranshah http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071113/wl_sthasia_afp/pakistanafghanistanunrest_071113071727;_ylt=AsYVs0ns1jNQBpdo0I6NXxXzPukA (Pakistan) Grenade explosions in Pakistan wounds three -- hand-grenades at the checkpost in Mansehra and in Quetta http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1038565 (Pakistan) Gunmen fire at Pakistan police during protest -- in Karachi -- as Bhutto supporters rally against her house arrest http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/November/subcontinent_November543.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= Detained Bhutto urges Musharraf to quit, will boycott elections http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/asia/article2861758.ece Pakistan crisis seen putting strain on army http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/November/subcontinent_November537.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (Pakistan) Washington envisions a Pakistan beyond Musharraf http://news.yahoo.com/s/csm/20071113/ts_csm/opak (Pakistan) Police arrest Jamaat-e-Islami activists http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\11\13\story_13-11-2007_pg7_22 Commentary: Those Nuclear Flashpoints Are Made in Pakistan http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/11/07/AR2007110702280.html?hpid=opinionsbox1 (India J&K) Wanted rebel commanders killed in IHK -- 4 militants killed - update http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\11\13\story_13-11-2007_pg7_56 (U.S.) Boston: 3 to be tried; US says men aided militants -- led Care International Islamic charity http://www.boston.com/news/local/articles/2007/11/13/3_to_be_tried_us_says_men_aided_militants/ http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/13/america/NA-GEN-US-Muslim-Charity-Probe.php (U.S.) Chertoff: US in Iraq keeps al-Qaida out http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071113/ap_on_re_mi_ea/jordan_us_iraq_1;_ylt=Ajz0Rrux3rT311WKvQcg_RsTv5UB (U.S.) Massive attack simulation to involve every state -- U.S. engaging in 5-year 'game-play' exercise for terror attacks, major disasters http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=58656 (U.S.) Jersey's Counterterror Farce - by Steven Emerson http://www.nypost.com/seven/11122007/postopinion/opedcolumnists/jerseys_counterterror_farce_382583.htm?page=0 Civil Litigation: A Weapon in Jihad? - by Laura Mansfield http://groups.yahoo.com/group/LauraMansfield/message/183 Internet a threat, says new UN anti-terror chief http://www.reuters.com/article/newsOne/idUSSYD21241520071113 Iran dismisses talks with the US over nuclear program http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/November/middleeast_November176.xml§ion=middleeast&col= (Iran) UK's Gordon Brown threatens Iran's oil interests unless it curbs nuclear ambition http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/politics/article2859612.ece MEMRI: Syrian Media Answers March 14 Forces' Accusations Of Syrian Assassination Plot http://memri.org/bin/latestnews.cgi?ID=IA40307 Hamas arrests scores of Fatah men after deadly rally http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/November/middleeast_November177.xml§ion=middleeast&col= (Gaza) Bloody anniversary wrecks hopes for peace between Gaza factions http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/middle_east/article2859137.ece (Palestinian Territories) Pro-Suicide Bombing Cleric Sheikh Taysir Tamimi meets with U.S. govt officials (my title) http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=58654 (Palestinian Territories) Most Terrorists in Amnesty Agreement Are Back to Terrorism http://www.israelnationalnews.com/News/News.aspx/124233 Israeli tanks shell Southern Gaza, no casualties http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1038458 The Muslim Brotherhood: A Moderate Islamic Alternative to al-Qaeda or a Partner in Global Jihad? -- by Lt. Col. (res.) Jonathan Dahoah-Halevi http://www.jcpa.org/JCPA/Templates/ShowPage.asp?DRIT=2&DBID=1&LNGID=1&TMID=111&FID=442&PID=0&IID=1920&TTL=The_Muslim_Brotherhood:_A_Moderate_Islamic_Alternative_to_al-Qaeda_or_a_Partner_in_Global_Jihad? (Egypt) New Jihadi manual rejects militant violence in Arab-Islamic world -- by jailed Egyptian terrorist leader, Sayd Imam, ideologue of the Islamist group, Jamaa al-Islamiya http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1547995282 Somali media crackdown as fighting continues http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/13/africa/AF-GEN-Somalia.php Somalia: Fugitive Islamic Courts Chief Condemns UN for 'Neglecting' Country http://allafrica.com/stories/200711130069.html Nigeria says terror suspects with al-Qaida links arrested in country's Muslim north - update http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/13/africa/AF-GEN-Nigeria-Terror-Suspects.php Canada limits detention of terror suspects without charge, study reveals http://www.canada.com/topics/news/national/story.html?id=dd940eac-0338-4a92-a2a9-5c526adcc5fb&k=8550 (Norway) Mullah Krekar defends killings http://www.norwaypost.no/cgi-bin/norwaypost/imaker?id=113513 (Northern Ireland) Ulster police officer wounded in 'republican terror ambush' http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/uk/crime/article2860047.ece (Czech Republic) Alleged Czech Red Army Faction branch threatens with terrorism over base-pres http://www.ceskenoviny.cz/news/index_view.php?id=281532 (Europe) Panel Decries Terrorism Blacklist Process http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/11/12/AR2007111200707.html?hpid=sec-world (Philippines) Explosion outside Philippine House of Representatives kills 1, injures several people http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/13/asia/AS-GEN-Philippines-Explosion.php (Philippines) Blast shakes Philippine parliament http://www.cnn.com/2007/WORLD/asiapcf/11/13/philippines.blast.ap/index.html Philippine officials, Muslim rebels leave for Malaysia for talks http://news.monstersandcritics.com/asiapacific/news/article_1373218.php/Philippine_officials_Muslim_rebels_leave_for_Malaysia_for_talks (Sri Lanka) Fresh clashes kill 12 in Sri Lanka http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071113/wl_sthasia_afp/srilankaunrest_071113094218;_ylt=AqF3t4bbl3GkhCU_5TBXc50tM8oA New Zealanders march to protest police anti-terrorism raids http://news.monstersandcritics.com/asiapacific/news/article_1373191.php/New_Zealanders_march_to_protest_police_anti-terrorism_raids (Australia) Judge criticizes Australian spy agency http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071113/ap_on_re_au_an/australia_terror_suspect (Maldives) India to train Maldivian army in counter terrorism http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/India_to_train_Maldivian_army_in_counter_terrorism/articleshow/2538693.cms Other News: (U.S.) Miami -- FBI: Hole deliberately drilled into pipe at nuclear reactor http://www.palmbeachpost.com/state/content/gen/ap/FL_Power_Plant.html Russian general calls Americans 'evil' http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2007/11/13/russian_general_calls_americans_evil/6480/ Denmark: Muslim Tortures Woman For "Being Christian" http://www.westernresistance.com/blog/archives/003906.html http://jp.dk/indland/krimi/article1165775.ece Italian court convicts father of slain Pakistani woman in alleged honor killing http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/13/europe/EU-GEN-Italy-Honor-Killing.php Libya denies entry to tourists without Arabic translation of passports http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/12/africa/ME-GEN-Libya-Tourism.php Commentary: Lack of respect for diversity is hindering Muslim world http://www.mercurynews.com/opinion/ci_7448756?nclick_check=1 Muslims Against Sharia http://frontpagemagazine.com/Articles/Read.aspx?GUID=B8EAD1F0-F5C7-4F1A-9FE0-8AC974E21C83 Hydrogen fuel comes a step closer http://www.telegraph.co.uk/earth/main.jhtml?xml=/earth/2007/11/12/scihydro112.xml November 12, 2007 PM Anti-Terrorism News (Iraq) Gen. Petraeus Meets With Al-Sadr Deputies http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,310697,00.html (Iraq) US forces arrest five Iranians - source -- in Diyala http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1038330 (Iraq) al-Qaeda in Iraq's Diyala Media Emir Captured http://mypetjawa.mu.nu/archives/190090.php (Iraq) US military reversing Iraq troop surge http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071112/ap_on_go_ca_st_pe/iraq_security_gains_1;_ylt=Akaj1x9Q2wC_sCrawS_0kQRX6GMA Pakistan: Bhutto Target of 'Massive' Suicide Attack - Pak security says attack could occur in Lahore http://blogs.abcnews.com/theblotter/2007/11/pakistan-bhutto.html (Afghanistan) New Report from NEFA Foundation - "A Taliban Resurgence: The Destabilization of Kabul?" http://www.nefafoundation.org/miscellaneous/nefatalibankabul1107.pdf (Lebanon) Hezbollah turns up the pressure in Lebanon crisis http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071111/wl_nm/lebanon_president_hezbollah_dc_2;_ylt=AqHxluuZfMxdCw0XQ41fHWLagGIB (U.S.) AP: "Suitcase nuclear weapons? Probably a myth" http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/21723693/ (India) Security at Railway Stations in Mumbai, Pune Beefed Up http://www.arabnews.com/?page=4§ion=0&article=103467&d=12&m=11&y=2007 (Israel) UK paper: Israel nuclear facility at Dimona defenses on high alert http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1192380783276&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Somalia's War Flares Up Again http://www.time.com/time/world/article/0,8599,1682877,00.html Chechen police detained 336 suspected militants this year - minister http://en.rian.ru/russia/20071110/87475223.html China sentences Uighur activists over terrorism http://www.radioaustralia.net.au/news/stories/s2088078.htm (New Zealand) Wider phone tapping considered http://www.nzherald.co.nz/category/story.cfm?c_id=280&objectid=10475675 Commentary: The Truth Behind Al Qaeda's Holiday Terrorism Threat http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,310278,00.html Commentary: A Massive and Dangerous Shift http://www.douglasfarah.com/article/273/a-massive-and-dangerous-shift.com No 'Electronic Jihad,' But Serious Threat http://blogs.govexec.com/techinsider/archives/2007/11/no_electronic_jihad_but_seriou.php Other News: Report: Car Company Considers Vehicle for Exclusively for Muslims http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,310677,00.html http://www.cnsnews.com/ViewForeignBureaus.asp?Page=/ForeignBureaus/archive/200711/INT20071112a.html http://money.cnn.com/2007/11/12/news/international/bc.mi.malaysia.islamicc.ap/index.htm?cnn=yes Italy: Pig's walkabout on planned mosque site sparks protests http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Religion/?id=1.0.1544037867 November 12, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News (Iraq) Tribal chief among 15 dead in Iraq violence -- in Baquba http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/focusoniraq/2007/November/focusoniraq_November47.xml§ion=focusoniraq Iraqi soldiers kill 4, wound 2 armed men in clashes north of Tal Afar http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/12/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq-Violence.php (Iraq) U.S. rebuffs Iraq demand for handover of prisoners http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071112/ts_nm/iraq_executions_dc_2;_ylt=Ap_e8ugiNn4bjwcuK7M8qIJX6GMA (Iraq) US military says rocket and mortar attacks reach 21-month low in Iraq http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/12/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq.php (Iraq) Hurdles halt plans for Iraqi recruits -- Shiite leadership wary of bringing fighters into ranks http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/21748197/ (Iraq) Maliki: amnesty for 'deceived' insurgents http://www.dailystar.com.lb/article.asp?edition_id=10&categ_id=2&article_id=86704 (Afghanistan) 22 killed in new Afghan clashes -- Helmand clashes - 15 militants, 3 civilians killed in Ghazni, Taliban kills 4 soldiers in Kabul http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071112/wl_afp/afghanistanunrest_071112060953;_ylt=AnpteRQutY8ox33MqSTWM1fOVooA Pakistan gunships fire at militants in northwest -- in Swat valley http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071112/wl_sthasia_afp/pakistanunrestnorthwest_071112085219;_ylt=AuN52RpkjOBYCtsBQdD1VpzzPukA Pakistan Army Says It's Captured Top Militant - AFP -- Parwant http://www.nasdaq.com/aspxcontent/NewsStory.aspx?cpath=20071112\ACQDJON200711120741DOWJONESDJONLINE000187.htm&selected=9999&selecteddisplaysymbol=9999&StoryTargetFrame=_top&mkt=WORLD&chk=unchecked&lang=&link=&headlinereturnpage=http://www.international.na Pakistan: Militants capture 'spy' cleric http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1544035139 (Pakistan) Suicide attack warning over Bhutto rally http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/November/subcontinent_November498.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (Pakistan) Blast destroys superstore in Dera Ismail Khan http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\11\12\story_12-11-2007_pg7_5 (Pakistan) Swat jirga demands govt, Taliban start dialogue http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\11\12\story_12-11-2007_pg7_48 Pakistan warns against nuclear weapons grab http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/November/subcontinent_November497.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= Pakistan Nuclear Security Questioned http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/11/10/AR2007111001684.html?sub=AR 'US develops plan for Pakistan N-weapons' http://www.dawn.com/2007/11/12/top7.htm (Pakistan) Musharraf again defends emergency rule http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2007/11/12/musharraf_again_defends_emergency_rule/5426/ (Pakistan) Emergency to continue beyond elections http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\11\12\story_12-11-2007_pg1_2 (Pakistan)Army to lead war on terrorism http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\11\12\story_12-11-2007_pg1_6 (India J&K) Lashkar-e-Toiba OGW arrested in J&K http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Top_Headlines/Lashkar-e-Toiba_OGW_arrested_in_JK/articleshow/2534506.cms (India J&K) Three militants killed in two encounters in J&K http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Top_Headlines/Three_militants_killed_in_two_encounters_in_JK/articleshow/2534391.cms (India J&K) Two militants, troop die in Kashmir hotel gunbattle http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\11\12\story_12-11-2007_pg7_54 (U.S.) Project Seeks to Track Terror Web Posts - "Dark Web" aims to find Internet's jihadists to learn how they recruit http://abcnews.go.com/Technology/wireStory?id=3851014 http://ap.google.com/article/ALeqM5hrToxXFROunMN25hY-OUTktQUAMwD8SRL9480 (U.S.) Suspect in Pearl's killing dies after interrogation -- Saud Memon http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/November/subcontinent_November491.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (U.S.) Intel official: Expect less privacy http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/terrorist_surveillance;_ylt=AoVpk1kCzGEZfMiP7rt9LCYTv5UB U.S. simulates 'dirty bomb' attacks on Phoenix, Portland http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=58640 (Iran) Scores hurt as Iran militia clashes with Sufis: report http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071112/wl_mideast_afp/iranreligionislamsufiunrest_071112101232;_ylt=AjcJEA5TSvIXp9iGD.xTm0ZSw60A Iran president calls atomic policy critics "traitors" http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071112/wl_nm/iran_nuclear_ahmadinejad_dc_1;_ylt=AtQqekhvPWWxyPWZnHEP629Sw60A (Syria) Court convicts 3 Syrians of belonging to extremist Islamic group http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/12/africa/ME-GEN-Syria-Extremists-Sentenced.php (Gaza) 5 dead after Hamas fires on Arafat rally http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071112/ap_on_re_mi_ea/israel_palestinians;_ylt=AkHddpFGxiMpQHm8SutgSvKs0NUE Hamas, Fatah supporters clash in Gaza http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/12/africa/ME-GEN-Palestinians-Gaza-Violence.php Two Hamas lawmakers arrested by Israeli troops in West Bank http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/12/africa/ME-GEN-Israel-Hamas.php MI chief: Hamas would react with terror to successful summit http://www.haaretz.com/hasen/spages/922741.html Rice again calls Hamas 'resistance' movement http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=58638 (Israel) Three Kassam rockets in West Bank; Fourth Kassam rocket lands in western Negev http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1192380797901&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1192380796373&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Turkey) Report: Kurdish rebels kidnap 7 people in southeastern Turkey http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/12/europe/EU-GEN-Turkey-Kurds.php Turkish hostage troops sent to prison after release by Kurdish rebels http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/11/europe/EU-GEN-Turkey-Soldiers.php (Russia) Police storm house in troubled Russian Dagestan region, killing 8 militants http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/12/europe/EU-GEN-Russia-Caucasus-Violence.php (Somalia) Residents flee Mogadishu as government battles rebels http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071112/wl_nm/somalia_conflict_dc_2;_ylt=AkbhQbUd.VTqx5A4mevT.XWQLIUD Somalia: Two Soldiers Killed in an Ambush Attack in Mogadishu. http://allafrica.com/stories/200711120004.html Somali journalists targeted http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2007/11/12/somali_journalists_targeted/7014/ Nigeria says terror suspects arrested -- linked to Al Qaeda network http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071112/ap_on_re_af/nigeria_terror_suspects_1;_ylt=Ar6vYD5y7jWHCXHgkth8M9kTv5UB Nigeria: State Secret Service Aborts Al-Qaeda Attacks http://allafrica.com/stories/200711120005.html (Nigeria) Troops repel attack on Nigeria oil terminal http://www.alertnet.org/thenews/newsdesk/L12400573.htm (Yemen) Security court sentences gunman who shot at US Embassy to 5 years in jail http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/12/africa/ME-GEN-Yemen-US-Embassy-Shooting.php Egyptian police order 22 Muslim Brotherhood members to be released http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/11/africa/ME-GEN-Egypt-Brotherhood.php European rights watchdog denounces UN, EU terror blacklisting methods http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/12/europe/EU-GEN-EU-UN-Terror-Blacklists.php (UK) Britain has longest terrorism detention http://uk.reuters.com/article/domesticNews/idUKL1257914520071112?rpc=401& (UK) Yard 'delayed charging terrorism suspects until end of 28-day limit' despite having evidence earlier http://www.dailymail.co.uk/pages/live/articles/news/news.html?in_article_id=492921&in_page_id=1770 'France is top intelligence provider on Iran' http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=25&story_id=45805 Germany amends law on data storage, wire-tapping http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=26&story_id=45824 More flights Guantanamo flights over Spain in 2007: report http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071112/pl_afp/spainusprisonrendition_071112141431;_ylt=AgSz2DkuKDthgCR9k29OsqATv5UB Spanish police officer injured while studying bomb defused in northern Spain - update http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/12/europe/EU-GEN-Spain-Bomb-Defused.php (Denmark) Cartoons opened a dialogue http://washingtontimes.com/article/20071112/FOREIGN/111120040/1003 Australian judge slams handling of terrorism case http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071112/wl_nm/australia_terror_dc_3;_ylt=Ap8MjFUyRsCBMm3Nh1K9YmATv5UB (Australia) Terror laws on trial http://www.theaustralian.news.com.au/story/0,25197,22747482-16382,00.html Australian terror suspect is freed -- Izhar ul-Haque http://www.iht.com/articles/2007/11/12/asia/terror.php (New Zealand) Commission to have wide brief on terror act review http://www.nzherald.co.nz/section/1/story.cfm?c_id=1&objectid=10475628 (New Zealand) Final four terror accused freed http://www.stuff.co.nz/4270621a10.html (Thailand) Violent attack in Narathiwat wounds old man http://www.bangkokpost.com/breaking_news/previousdetail.php?id=123472 Philippines, Muslim rebels to resume formal talks this week http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071110/wl_asia_afp/philippinesmuslimunrestpeace_071110063610;_ylt=Ak_4amaPVvjEnCdgA6bkviRUKYUA (Philippines) Election chief gunned down in Philippines http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071111/wl_afp/philippinespollcrime_071111045554;_ylt=Agr6N7KKRYVVGnSANQBcpe9UKYUA Sri Lanka troops kill six women Tiger fighter shttp://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071112/wl_asia_afp/srilankaunrest_071112064537;_ylt=Ahs8ClPMC8A9FqsfGmHQwS0tM8oA Sri Lanka vows to eliminate Tiger supremo: report http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071111/wl_sthasia_afp/srilankaunrestprabhakaran_071111071600;_ylt=An1s1IcAPliBKn1liXcs4.EtM8oA Other News: Iran police unveil 'vice list' http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071112/wl_mideast_afp/iransocialpolice_071112111020;_ylt=AhF5LprJVWzl_hKKhNbrtkpSw60A (U.S.) Hollywood misreads response to war on terror http://www.telegraph.co.uk/arts/main.jhtml?xml=/arts/2007/11/12/bflions112.xml (U.S.) DC: CAIR Hosts Palestinian Religious Leaders -- Palestinian Islamist cleric Tayseer al-Tamimi—who is well-known for raving about Jerusalem being an "Islamic city" http://www.cair.com/ArticleDetails.aspx?ArticleID=23694&&name=n&&currPage=1&&Active=1 http://littlegreenfootballs.com/weblog/?entry=27882_CAIR_Meets_Radical_Palestinian_Cleric&only (Netherlands) Kamp opposes "intrusiveness" of Islam http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=1&story_id=45837 Egypt forcing converts from Islam, members of Bahai faith to conceal their religion, watchdogs say http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/12/africa/ME-GEN-Egypt-Human-Rights.php Sharia Finance -- by Alyssa A. Lappen http://frontpagemagazine.com/Articles/Read.aspx?GUID=1E90E478-FA24-45F9-A43D-F47D8C4B9CE2 November 11, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News (Iraq) US military says finding more Iranian arms in Iraq http://www.reuters.com/article/middleeastCrisis/idUSL11243670 Iraqi PM sees decline in Baghdad attacks http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071111/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq;_ylt=Ar3yb0mkGeS8VSOU1Z_LRBhvaA8F Iraq detains top police officer after bomb find http://www.reuters.com/article/newsOne/idUSCOL15517520071111 (Iraq) Operation in north Iraq nets 200 suspected militants http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/focusoniraq/2007/No%3Cbr%20/%3Evember/focusoniraq_November36.xml§ion=focusoniraq (Iraq) Mehdi Army had 'reign of terror' http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/middle_east/7087500.stm (Iraq) Broken Supply Channel Sent Weapons for Iraq Astray http://www.nytimes.com/2007/11/11/world/middleeast/11weapons.html?_r=1&hp&oref=slogin (Iraq/Turkey) Attack on Kurdish rebel 'never too late': Turkey http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007%5C11%5C11%5Cstory_11-11-2007_pg4_3 Iraqi fighters 'grilled for evidence on Iran' http://observer.guardian.co.uk/world/story/0,,2208997,00.html (Iraq) British general 'to talk to Iraqi insurgents' http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/11/11/wiraq111.xml (Afghanistan) Suicide bomber wounds five Afghan civilians http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/N%3Cbr%20/%3Eovember/subcontinent_November445.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (Afghanistan) 2007 deadliest year ever for U.S. troops in Afghanistan http://www.usatoday.com/news/world/2007-11-10-afghanistan-ustroops_N.htm?csp=23&RM_Exclude=aol Afghan forces reclaim districts from Taliban http://www.gulf-times.com/site/topics/article.asp?cu_no=2&item_no=183636&version=1&template_id=41&parent_id=23 (Pakistan) Two hurt in Peshawar net cafe blast http://www.thenews.com.pk/top_story_detail.asp?Id=11115 http://www.dawn.com/2007/11/12/top12.htm (India) Separatists blow up power supply tower in Assam http://www.thepeninsulaqatar.com/Display_news.asp?section=World_News&subsection=India&month=November2007&file=World_News2007111164732.xml (U.S.) Seda may soon be on his way to Ashland - Former U.S. Al-Haramain Foundation head awaits trial http://www.dailytidings.com/2007/1110/stories/1110_web_seda.php (Iran) Sufis clash with Iranian troops http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071111/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iran_religious_clash;_ylt=AqntI_oNPoMBzst.cLbXvJZvaA8F (Lebanon) Cabinet calls for 'vigilance' in face of rumored Islamist infiltration. Fear of Islamist militants grow in Lebanon's Palestinian camps. http://www.dailystar.com.lb/article.asp?edition_id=1&categ_id=2&article_id=86699 (Lebanon) No power can disarm Hezbollah: Nasrallah http://afp.google.com/article/ALeqM5jzgwB6fnXWhN8qjxOrE9HkEeWa0Q Lebanon on alert for new refugee camp unrest http://www.fijilive.com/international/show/international/2007/11/11/inter2.html Syria displays new Iraq border security http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071110/ap_on_re_mi_ea/syria_iraq_border_1 (Algeria) Three wounded in explosion in northern Algeria http://afp.google.com/article/ALeqM5g2Fbb4cBpS7S1rl5bIqIWnZ4gI-w (Algeria) Bomb wounds several in Algerian village: residents http://nz.news.yahoo.com/071110/5/2deu.html (Egypt/Gaza) Opinion: Egypt and Hamas http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1192380790579&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Gaza) IDF wounds Islamic Jihad terrorist http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?c=JPArticle&cid=1192380780673&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Palestinian say forces seize weapons in West Bank tow http://nz.news.yahoo.com/071110/5/2da8.html Zanzibar expels 4 Muslim clerics for preaching hatred http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/World/Rest_of_World/Zanzibar_expels_4_Muslim_clerics_for_preaching_hatred/articleshow/2532448.cms (Maldives) Islamic Terror Hits Tourist Paradise http://ap.google.com/article/ALeqM5ikqe5Ni0UD1CrNGSICAcl1_zDGqgD8SQU4600 Azerbaijani security forces announce arrest of key figure in alleged terror plot http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/10/europe/EU-GEN-Azerbaijan-Terror-Plot.php (N.Ireland) militant group shuns violence http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071111/ap_on_re_eu/northern_ireland;_ylt=Auzicp8oZkh6jDsPziMr345vaA8F Spanish police deactivate ETA bomb http://uk.reuters.com/article/worldNews/idUKL11202003200711 November 10, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News (Iraq) Seven killed in Iraq attacks - Mosul roadside bombing, Baghdad roadside bomb hits bus, Baquba shooting http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071110/wl_mideast_afp/iraqunrest_071110113918;_ylt=AgXIcULBGxiFdtSqf6Fs57RX6GMA Iraqi police, former insurgent leader say 18 killed in clashes with al-Qaida north of Baghdad - report of fighting southeast of Samarra between Al Qaeda and Islamic Army members http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/10/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq.php http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071110/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq_071029195354;_ylt=AgojihFayNDiAZFlC0qYulxX6GMA (Iraq) Four anti-Al Qaeda tribal leaders killed in Iraq -- in Diyala http://www.earthtimes.org/articles/show/139738.html Iraq: US soldier killed in Diyala province http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/10/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq-US-Casualties.php Turk general says not too late for incursion: report http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071110/wl_nm/turkey_military_operation_dc_1;_ylt=AvfED7xpKYRcgcfVgP5vxf7tfLkA (Afghanistan) Another Taliban suicide attacker targets northern Afghanistan -- in Kunduz area of previous blast that nearly killed 80 http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071110/wl_sthasia_afp/afghanistanunrestsuicide_071110092113;_ylt=AiiOkWorRgKu9DIo4tgZY3fOVooA (Afghanistan) 6 U.S. soldiers, 3 Afghan soldiers killed in Afghan battle -- Nuristan province, Waygal district - 19 more wounded http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071110/ap_on_re_as/afghan_violence_4;_ylt=AuqWhHP2jwLEdQ6l9JKu8pXOVooA (Afghanistan) Dist chief, several Taliban killed in southern Afghanistan http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1037346 (Pakistan) 35 soldiers injured in Kabal bomb attack http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\11\10\story_10-11-2007_pg1_6 http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1037383 (Pakistan) Blast disrupts Quetta rail link http://www.dawn.com/2007/11/10/top6.htm Pakistan emergency to end in 1 month http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071110/ap_on_re_as/pakistan_505 Bhutto rejoins Pakistan protests http://www.cnn.com/2007/WORLD/asiapcf/11/10/bhutto.housearrest/index.html Pakistan nuclear arsenal protected -- US and UK assured by Pakistan military http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2007/11/10/pakistan_nuclear_arsenal_protected/3457/ (India J&K) Nine die in Kashmir gunfight http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/November/subcontinent_November378.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (India J&K) Standoff between troops and rebels enters 3rd day in Indian Kashmir, 3 soldiers wounded http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/10/asia/AS-GEN-Kashmir-Gunbattle.php (India) Militant shot dead in encounter in Manipur, seven held http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Militant_shot_dead_in_encounter_in_Manipur_seven_held/articleshow/2531852.cms (India) Punjab: Hawala funding terror http://www.ndtv.com/convergence/ndtv/story.aspx?id=NEWEN20070032365&ch=11/10/2007%207:44:00%20AM (India) Suspected ULFA rebels blow up power transmission tower in NE India http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1037450 India to look into charges of LTTE links in Tamil Nadu http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Top_Headlines/India_to_look_into_charges_of_LTTE_links_in_Tamil_Nadu/articleshow/2531217.cms (Lebanon) Palestinian factions in Ain al-Hilweh want to keep Al-Qaeda at bay http://www.dailystar.com.lb/article.asp?edition_id=1&categ_id=2&article_id=86667 Lebanese presidential election postponed for third time http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1192380779036&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Palestinian Islamic Jihad: Israeli army offensive will not stop Gaza rockets http://www.earthtimes.org/articles/show/139705.html Palestinian police discover explosives in Nablus http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/November/middleeast_November135.xml§ion=middleeast&col= US plans $1 million assistance for Nablus http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1192380776481&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Palestinian Authority official denies PA has agreed to disband terror groups http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1192380777451&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Israeli troops shoot two Palestinians near Gaza security fence -- planting explosive device http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/09/africa/ME-GEN-Israel-Border-Shooting.php Israelis shoot two in Lebanon border village http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071110/wl_mideast_afp/israellebanonunrest_071110114943;_ylt=AmYyOF5tcJT_m8hvpVfCjlvagGIB (Saudi Arabia) 15 Saudis return home from Guantanamo http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071110/ap_on_re_mi_ea/saudi_guantanamo_detainees_1;_ylt=As6PElZK0tkKiaKN.M7OW5wTv5UB (South Africa) Gunmen storm high-security nuclear facility -- Worker shot as 4 armed men gain access to sealed control room http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=58621 (Algeria) Bomb attack against Algerian airliner left no casualties - official http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1037374 Somalia: more than 80 people killed in two days of fighting in Mogadishu http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/10/africa/AF-GEN-Somalia.php (Yemen) 32 Al Qaieda members sentenced for breaches of peace http://www.yobserver.com/front-page/10013213.html (Yemen) Why Mareb is seen as a haven for Al Qaeda http://www.yobserver.com/front-page/10013210.html Egypt arrests 11 members of outlawed Muslim Brotherhood and two Christian activists -- updated story http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/10/africa/ME-GEN-Egypt-Arrests.php (Macedonia) Huge weapons haul linked to terror suspects in Macedonia http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/09/europe/EU-GEN-Macedonia-Extremists-Weapons.php Interpol adopts joint anti-terrorism measures http://www.earthtimes.org/articles/show/139668.html (UK) Muslim leader warns British officials' terror tactics creating tensions http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/10/europe/EU-GEN-Britain-Muslim-Leader.php http://www.dailymail.co.uk/pages/live/articles/news/news.html?in_article_id=492814&in_page_id=1770 -- BBC report http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/uk/7088325.stm -- and Muslim Council chief urges UK to adopt aspects of faith http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml;jsessionid=WTEHXUMVUY2YPQFIQMFSFFOAVCBQ0IV0?xml=/news/2007/11/10/nbari110.xml (Canada) Terror suspect barred from speaking at conference -- Adil Charkaoui http://www.theglobeandmail.com/servlet/story/LAC.20071110.CHARKAOUI10/TPStory/National (Thailand) Four Muslims shot dead in southern Thailand -- Suspected separatist rebels shot dead four Muslims http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Top_Headlines/Four_Muslims_shot_dead_in_southern_Thailand/articleshow/2531183.cms (Thailand) Bomb went off in Yala; no injuries http://www.bangkokpost.com/breaking_news/breakingnews.php?id=123448 (Philippines) Former PLO member arrested in Philippines http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/theworld/2007/November/theworld_November298.xml§ion=theworld&col= Sri Lanka fighting kills 24 in north http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071110/wl_nm/srilanka_violence_dc_2;_ylt=AvF_gRcGLWNHnizVLGcRFz4tM8oA Maldives seek Interpol help to arrest terror suspects http://afp.google.com/article/ALeqM5guqztF_s7vvu2jwzTWT-gZv1bd9A North Korea rebuts U.S. uranium charges: paper http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071110/wl_nm/usa_korea_nuclear_dc_1;_ylt=Am5HJJmB_EzvHPvC0BoL1nGCscEA -- Washington Post article http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/11/09/AR2007110902364.html?hpid=topnews (North Korea) S. Korean minister: US failure to take North off terror list could risk accord http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1192380777647&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Columbia) Chavez upbeat about Colombian rebel negotiations http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071110/wl_nm/venezuela_colombia_dc_1;_ylt=Ap46T2i8a.E5wDW2dPkBnsewv7kA Are Terrorists Targeting the Internet? -- threatened attack on Web on Sunday, November 11 http://www.wtvr.com/Global/story.asp?S=7340073 Against Nazi News: (Germany) Torah saved from Nazis is returned http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/europe/article2844012.ece November 9, 2007 PM Anti-Terrorism News (Iraq) Bomber kills 5 local tribal leaders in Iraq http://www.reuters.com/article/worldNews/idUSL0667667620071109 (UK) 'Fifth bomber' could face 40 years in jail -- July 21, 2005 suicide bomb plotter Manfo Kwaku Asiedu aka Sumailia Abubakari pleads guilty http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml;jsessionid=MGPNWFF32IW3VQFIQMFSFF4AVCBQ0IV0?xml=/news/2007/11/09/nterror309.xml http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/7087302.stm -- BBC coverage of 7/21 trial http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/in_depth/uk/2007/21_july_trial/default.stm (UK) Scotland: Muslim groups call to support 'contempt' lawyer -- Aamer Anwar represented convicted terrorist Mohammed Atif Siddique http://icscotland.icnetwork.co.uk/news/scottish/tm_headline=call-to-support-contempt-lawyer%26method=full%26objectid=20084518%26siteid=50141-name_page.html (Afghanistan) Ball bearings used in Afghan bomb http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/south_asia/7086599.stm Tunisia frees nine Islamist prisoners http://www.middle-east-online.com/english/?id=23029 (Al Qaeda) MEMRI - Kuwait News Report: Bin Laden Fears Al-Qaeda Schism http://www.thememriblog.org/blog_personal/en/3606.htm (Turkey) Kurd rebels say open to talks, may give up arms http://www.reuters.com/article/worldNews/idUSL0983102320071109 (Turkey) PKK fears strike on bases: Report http://www.turkishdailynews.com.tr/article.php?enewsid=88106 PJAK Faces Turkish-Iranian Storm http://www.jamestown.org/terrorism/news/article.php?articleid=2373776 (Iran) Washington tells EU firms: quit Iran now http://www.guardian.co.uk/iran/story/0,,2208219,00.html (Syria) Gulf investors give Damascus vital cash boost http://www.ft.com/cms/s/0/7f9482ee-8e2c-11dc-8591-0000779fd2ac.html?nclick_check=1 Israel Urges Egypt to Act Against Hamas http://www.nytimes.com/2007/11/09/world/middleeast/09mideast.html?_r=1&ref=world&oref=slogin Palestinian editor arrested after airing Hamas speech http://www.reuters.com/article/middleeastCrisis/idUSL09878912 Egypt detains Muslim Brotherhood members http://www.iol.co.za/index.php?from=rss_Africa&set_id=1&click_id=68&art_id=nw20071109094543925C930644 (U.S.) DC: Imam Musas Website: "We Want To Establish An Islamic State In America By 2050" http://markedmanner.blogspot.com/2007/11/imam-musas-website-we-want-to-establish.html http://www.sabiqun.net/join.html http://www.freezepage.com/1194630830XDUAPWHIAK http://www.jihadwatch.org/archives/018733.php http://www.beliefnet.com/boards/message_list.asp?pageID=2&discussionID=513317&messages_per_page=4 http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=58616 Germany extends terror pool backstop for 2 years - €8 billion ($11.6 billion) backstop of terrorism insurance pool http://www.businessinsurance.com/cgi-bin/news.pl?newsId=11560 Pakistan's Bhutto released from house arrest http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071109/ts_nm/pakistan_dc_52 Other News: Washington Post runs ads for Chinese Communist Party (my title) http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=58554 (Iraq) "Honor" killings grow as girl, 17, stoned to death http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/iraq/article2801016.ece Italy: Church opens doors for Muslim Friday prayers http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Religion/?id=1.0.1534802177 Thailand: Draft law to strengthen Buddhism criticized as 'draconian' http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Religion/?id=1.0.1504953695 Egypt: Women and Christians cannot be president, say Muslim Brotherhood http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Politics/?id=1.0.1529063024 November 9, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News (Iraq) US forces kill 16 suspects and detain 44 in raids across northern Iraq - raids in Salahuddin, Mosul areas http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/09/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq-Raids.php (Iraq) At least eight killed, seven wounded in Iraq incidents - in the Khalis and Howayja regions http://news.monstersandcritics.com/middleeast/news/article_1372490.php/At_least_eight_killed_seven_wounded_in_Iraq_incidents__1st_Lead_ (Iraq) U.S. military frees 9 Iranians held in Iraq -- US military announces actual release on Friday http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/iraq_dc;_ylt=Aqtv6FHpxXPlwac7iu5SsNBX6GMA (Afghanistan) Several Taliban killed in S Afghanistan - near NahrSurkh district of Helmand http://news.xinhuanet.com/english/2007-11/09/content_7041666.htm (Afghanistan) One ISAF soldier killed, another injured in Afghanistan blast http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1037228 Afghan bomb attacks killed 59 schoolboys - death toll update from Tuesday blast http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071109/wl_nm/afghan_bomb_dc_2;_ylt=AmBsF7kha6QI.NlY_Lc2hq_OVooA (Pakistan) Suicide explosion inside Pakistani ministers residence kills four -- NWFP Peshawar area residence of Federal Minister Amir Muqam http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1037283 (Pakistan) 200 security personnel surrender to militants in Pakstan - more surrender to Taliban in Matta area, Swat valley http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/World/Pakistan/200_security_personnel_surrender_to_militants_in_Pak/articleshow/2530410.cms (Pakistan) 60 FC men surrender in Swat - addresses earlier surrenders this week http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\11\09\story_9-11-2007_pg1_6 (Pakistan) Pro-Taliban militants say they released 60 Pakistani soldiers http://news.monstersandcritics.com/southasia/news/article_1372488.php/Pro-Taliban_militants_say_they_released_60_Pakistani_soldiers (Pakistan) Militants occupy more installations -- Shangla police post taken over, Khwazakhel police station set on fire, Charbagh facility taken over, Matta religious punishments http://www.dawn.com/2007/11/09/top9.htm (Pakistan) Taliban threaten Mir Shakil, Jang Group -- threats to blow up printing presses and staff of Pakistan media groups http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\11\09\story_9-11-2007_pg7_6 (Pakistan) U.S. fears Pakistan unrest could curb war on terrorism http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071109/us_nm/pakistan_usa_gates_dc_1;_ylt=Aqxu7cWv0LGfJ2WwNv3zvJYTv5UB Pakistan strife threatens anti-insurgent plan http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/21704670/ (Pakistan) Bhutto detained for unspecified period http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/World/Pakistan/Bhutto_detained_for_unspecified_period/articleshow/2530529.cms Pakistan on the brink - by Diana West -- Jeffrey Imm CTB posting on Pakistan Islamism in polls referenced http://washingtontimes.com/article/20071109/EDITORIAL04/111090004/1013/EDITORIAL http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/11/pakistan_and_islamism.php (Pakistan) BBC, CNN disappear in Pakistan http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/November/subcontinent_November371.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (Pakistan) Army Act amendment to allow military trial of 'terrorists' http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\11\09\story_9-11-2007_pg1_5 Pakistan more dangerous than Iran, warns Russia http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\11\09\story_9-11-2007_pg7_2 (India J&K) One suicide bomber, Army major killed in Indian-administered Kashmir http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1037284 (India) Mecca Masjid blasts: Two held in Hyderabad http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Mecca_Masjid_blasts_Two_held_in_Hyderabad/articleshow/2530519.cms (India) Three militants, four army personnel killed in Srinagar http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/India/Three_militants_four_army_personnel_killed_in_Srinagar/articleshow/2530300.cms (India) Huge cache of arms recovered in Srinagar http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/India/Huge_cache_of_arms_recovered_in_Srinagar/articleshow/2530341.cms (U.S.) Officials: Mall threats 'uncorroborated' http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2007/11/09/officials_mall_threats_uncorroborated/6917/ (U.S.) Los Angeles: 12 arrested in counter-terrorism and drug-trafficking investigation http://www.latimes.com/news/local/la-me-drugring7nov07,1,7911591.story?ctrack=1&cset=true (U.S.) Busted Los Angeles drug ring had ties to Hezbollah http://www.nydailynews.com/news/crime_file/2007/11/09/2007-11-09_busted_los_angeles_drug_ring_had_ties_to.html (U.S.) LAPD announces Muslim mapping project - to identity likely terrorist breeding grounds in Muslim areas http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2007/11/09/lapd_announces_muslim_mapping_project/7857/ (U.S.) Judge postpones Canadian's Gitmo hearing -- Omar Khadr http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071109/ap_on_re_la_am_ca/guantanamo_military_trial_4;_ylt=AjaTxRrYjarDtFssvRSaUksTv5UB (U.S.) Omar Khadr Hearing: Terror case could turn on eyewitness http://www.latimes.com/news/nationworld/nation/la-na-khadr9nov09,1,6141237.story?coll=la-headlines-nation (U.S.) Terrorism trial to stay in Toledo - Zubair Ahmed, Khaleel Ahmed, Wassim Mazloum, Marwan El-Hindi, and Mohammad Amawi http://www.toledoblade.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20071109/NEWS02/711090374/-1/NEWS US expects to classify airline passenger data program as secret http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1192380772998&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (U.S.) Watch List: Questions and answers on terrorist list http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071109/ap_on_go_ot/terror_watch_list_q_a (U.S.) Students who 'desecrated' terrorist flags vindicated http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=58595 Internet plays role in 'female jihadists': report http://www.canada.com/nationalpost/news/canada/story.html?id=61327aae-1cd2-4a1b-bfc0-60b3e10b1442 Iran: Two journalists stabbed by Islamic extremists -- journalists criticized President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1529965232 Iran rejects Interpol decision -- for 4 Iranians wanted in 1994 bombing http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071109/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iran_interpol_1;_ylt=ArY6MSNWmeky59LAzlq8ujVSw60A Iran says US must ask directly for new Iraq talks http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071109/wl_mideast_afp/iraqunrestiranustalks_071109122709;_ylt=AmkZ6cLa2oWDpeOGmIQwRi5X6GMA (Iran) Al-Qaeda Member's Account of His Stay in Iran - MEMRI http://memri.org/bin/latestnews.cgi?ID=SD176407 (Israel) 'Apocalyptic scenario' if Egypt, Saudi go nuclear on top of Iran: Israel ministe http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071109/wl_mideast_afp/israelegyptsaudiirannuclearpolitics_071109122101;_ylt=Arklb4YjIg4wGJTGoTPo3FZSw60A Israel indicts Palestinian for allegedly contacting Hezbollah http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/09/africa/ME-GEN-Israel-Arab-Indicted.php Hamas Leader Al-Zahar: If Israel leaves West Bank, Hamas will take over http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1192380775988&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull 'Israel planning large Gaza operation' http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1192380773893&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Somalia) At least 50 Somalis killed in 24 hours in the capital http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/09/africa/AF-GEN-Somalia.php (UK) Minister signals detention limit will be raised to 56 days http://politics.guardian.co.uk/terrorism/story/0,,2208407,00.html Norway proposes new laws, tougher sentences against war crimes and terrorism http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/09/europe/EU-GEN-Norway-War-Crimes-Laws.php (Thailand) Three suspected insurgents detained http://www.bangkokpost.com/breaking_news/breakingnews.php?id=123420 (Sri Lanka) 14 killed in fresh clashes in Northern Sri Lanka http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1037288 (Sri Lanka) US urges Sri Lanka to end fighting with rebels http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071109/wl_sthasia_afp/srilankausunrestmilitary_071109054317;_ylt=AlAMbBmhJzgcLULE0kcbV.otM8oA Report: China issues broad Olympic ban -- includes terrorists and others http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071109/ap_on_re_as/china_olympic_ban_1;_ylt=AlJmCJdoWKx5fHGs.XgudlkTv5UB Al-Qaida Focuses On Saudi Oil - Oxford Analytica analysis http://www.forbes.com/leadership/innovation/2007/11/08/saudi-arabia-oil-cx-1109oxford.html (New Zealand) Tame Iti freed after terror ruling http://www.stuff.co.nz/stuff/4267541a10.html Other News: (Pakistan) 1,600 containers cleared from port on fake documents http://www.dawn.com/2007/11/09/top11.htm Against Nazi News: (Belgium) Miniter Misrepresents LGF Vlaams Belang Posts (aka Vlaams Belang Nazi Links) http://littlegreenfootballs.com/weblog/?entry=27841_Miniter_Misrepresents_LGF_Vlaams_Belang_Posts_(aka_Vlaams_Belang_Nazi_Links)&only November 8, 2007 PM Anti-Terrorism News (U.S.) FBI: Al Qaeda May Be Planning Attacks on Malls -- warning states that "as of August 2007 Al-Qa'ida planned to strike U.S. shopping malls in Chicago, Illinois, and Los Angeles, California during the 2007 Christmas season http://abclocal.go.com/kabc/story?section=nation_world&id=5750538 http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071108/ts_alt_afp/usattackssecurityshopping_071108194418 (U.S.) Miami: Liberty City 7 Trial: Defendant denies Sears Tower bomb plot http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071108/ap_on_re_us/terrorism_investigation_3;_ylt=AmvGqIcwXrEMC47U5pdGA9cTv5UB (U.S.) FBI's Latest Outreach Outrage http://www.investigativeproject.org/article/539 (Iraq) Basra governor: British forces to release 15 Mahdi Army militants http://news.monstersandcritics.com/middleeast/news/article_1372257.php/Basra_governor_British_forces_to_release_15_Mahdi_Army_militants Iraq frees 500 from detention camps http://www.ktre.com/Global/story.asp?S=7330725 (Iraq) Mahdi Army accused of killing spree in Iraq shrine city http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071108/wl_mideast_afp/iraqunrestkarbala_071108135208;_ylt=AiimgKv9Ccs0dMZEldZZzAis0NUE (Turkey) Tunceli clash: One soldier, 3 PKK killed http://www.thenewanatolian.com/tna-29405.html (Turkey) Barzani condemns PKK attacks, says militants acting against Kurdish interests http://www.thenewanatolian.com/tna-29403.html (Afghanistan) 2 arrested in link with deadly Afghan suicide attack http://news.xinhuanet.com/english/2007-11/08/content_7033953.htm (Afghanistan) US ponders future of aerial attack on Afghan opium http://www.alertnet.org/thenews/newsdesk/N08251037.htm (Afghanistan) Taliban Leaders Captured In Afghanistan Identified http://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/WO0711/S00369.htm Afghan district chief dies in Taliban shoot-out http://www.alertnet.org/thenews/newsdesk/ISL61146.htm (Afghanistan) Seven Afghan police officers killed in Taliban attack http://www.earthtimes.org/articles/show/138792.html Pakistan military set for major push against militants http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Pak_military_to_push_against_militants/articleshow/2529732.cms (Pakistan) Pakistani Taliban seizes three towns in Pakistan http://kavkazcenter.com/eng/content/2007/11/08/9052.shtml Pakistan crisis reveals fragile ties in terror war - Steven Emerson: "There's no way to win a war on terrorism without Pakistan's cooperation" http://www.usatoday.com/news/world/2007-11-07-pakistan-cover_N.htm India sounds alert against terror strike http://www.metimes.com/Security/2007/11/08/india_sounds_alert_against_terror_strike/0af1/ (Iran) US: Iran attack plans ready if needed http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071108/ap_on_go_ca_st_pe/us_military_iran;_ylt=AkQBXlBd_QoWARGo7f9EZKSs0NUE (Lebanon) Committee quietly tackles issue of Hizbullah's arms - Low-key group near PM Siniora http://www.dailystar.com.lb/article.asp?edition_id=1&categ_id=2&article_id=86636 (Lebanon) Hezbollah: Drill at border meant to ready us for war http://www.haaretz.com/hasen/spages/922017.html (Indonesia) Jama'a Islamiyya leader Abu Bakr Al-Ba'shir Supports Bombings in America, Not in Muslim World - MEMRI transcript http://memri.org/bin/latestnews.cgi?ID=SD176107 Somali insurgents drag dead Ethiopians in streets http://www.alertnet.org/thenews/newsdesk/L08254789.htm (Somalia) Mounting Violence Around Mogadishu Displaces Tens of Thousands of Somalis http://www.voanews.com/english/Africa/2007-11-08-voa12.cfm (Africa) U.S. army boss for Africa says no garrisons planned http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071108/wl_nm/usa_africa_dc_1 Germany seeks extradition of 'terrorist' - Turkey holding man over detonators for Islamists' car bomb http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=26&story_id=45774 Norwegian court upholds expulsion of Mullah Krekar http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/08/europe/EU-GEN-Norway-Mullah-Krekar.php (Saudi Arabia) Editor of Saudi Liberal Daily Reveals Iranian-Saudi Sparring at the Istanbul Conference http://www.memri.org/bin/opener_latest.cgi?ID=SD176307 (Canada) Criminal mastermind's thefts funded Muslim extremists, court hears - High-tech Canadian gang funded terrorism in Iraq http://www.canada.com/cityguides/winnipeg/info/story.html?id=ba4ce7d0-ffa4-451d-8e02-1de01678d69b&k=32365 November 8, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News (Iraq) Bomb blasts kill three people in Iraq - car bomb in Talsqaf, car bomb in Al-Kut, bomb attack in Basra, 2 Al Qaeda gunmen killed in Diyala firefight http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1036950 (Iraq) US soldier killed in Wednesday's Baghdad explosion -- MNF http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1036880 (Iraq) State Dept. Investigation Clears Blackwater http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/11/07/AR2007110702751.html?hpid=topnews (Iraq) Anti-al-Qaida leaders killed in western Iraq http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1192380761287&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Iraq) General: Al-Qaida ousted from Baghdad http://www1.pressdemocrat.com/article/20071108/WIRE/711080369/1033/NEWS01 (Afghanistan) Several Taliban die in coalition forces swoop http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1036933 (Pakistan) Militants kill three kidnapped soldiers in Pakistan http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1036906 Pakistan losing territory to pro-Taliban rebels -- Matta, Khazakhela, Madyan and Charbagh under control of Taliban now http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/World/Pakistan/Pak_losing_territory_to_pro-Taliban_rebels/rssarticleshow/2526820.cms (Pakistan) Gunmen kill Shia cleric in NW Pakistan - in Tank - was pro-govt cleric http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/November/subcontinent_November337.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1036924 (Pakistan) Suicide attackers in Bhutto rally city: police http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/November/subcontinent_November335.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (Pakistan) Declaration of emergency rule seen aiding militant Islamists http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20071108/FOREIGN/111080039/1001 Pakistan defies US with new crackdown -- elections to be held in February per Pak govt comments http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071108/wl_sthasia_afp/pakistanpolitics_071108105445;_ylt=Ao7lnGlhNYNVsQcUSLD9S1fzPukA http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071108/ap_on_re_as/pakistan_420;_ylt=AgsqylW508IvntqJlME9KvjzPukA (India) Militant shot dead on Indo-Pak border http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Top_Headlines/Militant_shot_dead_on_Indo-Pakistan_border/articleshow/2527908.cms (India J&K) Two LeT militants surrender in Jammu and Kashmir http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Top_Headlines/Two_LeT_militants_surrender_in_Jammu_and_Kashmir/articleshow/2527779.cms (U.S.) Liberty City 7 Trial: Fla. terror suspect: Jihad talk was fake http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071108/ap_on_re_us/terrorism_investigation_2;_ylt=AiQXF40p5pRfuOxVR1bA1UYTv5UB Canadian detainee Omar Khadr to face new hearing in Guantanamo http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071108/wl_afp/usattacksguantanamocanada_071108061328;_ylt=AiJ.CSJjN44bOBI7ZXW8HCwTv5UB (Libya) Jihad has failed, former Libyan Islamist tells al-Qaeda http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1524980329 (Iran) US fears Israeli strike against Iran over latest nuclear claim http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/middle_east/article2827787.ece (Iran) 'US forces in Iraq could become 'hostages' if US strikes Iran' http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1192380760721&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Iran) Three Kurdish rebels killed in Iran http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071108/wl_mideast_afp/iranunrestkurds_071108083729;_ylt=Aqo2ViYGNX2aQa1GnedHuFFSw60A (Iran) Bush, Sarkozy Oppose Nuclear-Armed Iran http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071108/ap_on_go_pr_wh/bush_sarkozy_45 (Israel) Bomb meant for IDF troops explodes in Nablus; Palestinian killed http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1192380767797&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Israel) 3 Kassam rockets hit north of Sderot; no wounded or damage http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1192380764487&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (UK) 'Lyrical' terrorist first woman convicted under new terrorism laws -- Heathrow Airport worker had library of terrorist materials http://www.dailymail.co.uk/pages/live/articles/news/news.html?in_article_id=492460&in_page_id=1770&ito=newsnow http://www.yorkshireeveningpost.co.uk/latest-national-news/Airport-woman-convicted-over-terror.3457931.jp http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/11/08/npoet108.xml http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/uk/crime/article2831648.ece http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/uk/7085889.stm (UK) Terrorists jailed in UK prisons 'to rise tenfold' http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/11/08/nterror108.xml (UK) Man charged with four terrorism offenses -- Martin Paul Gilleard http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071108/wl_uk_afp/britainattackspolicecharge_071108055031;_ylt=Ant7o6SZlFg0DSZajRCPjmETv5UB Northern Ireland policeman shot by suspected IRA dissident outside school http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/08/europe/EU-GEN-NIreland-Policeman-Shot.php Irish police arrest reputed IRA chief http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/08/europe/EU-GEN-Ireland-IRA-Chief.php (Sri Lanka) Toll in Sri Lankan clashes rises to more than 80 http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1036975 (Sri Lanka) Scores killed in heavy Sri Lanka fighting - at least 60 LTTE and 11 govt troops killed http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071108/wl_sthasia_afp/srilankaunrest_071108112707;_ylt=AiOX_7QdCo.Vh3BR_4zbYLstM8oA (North Korea) US says 'so far, so good' with North Korea nuclear disablement http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071108/pl_afp/nkoreausnuclearweapons_071108030923;_ylt=Ai7_JmyKjLkr5WHmg0pnHy2CscEA (Columbia) Venezuela's Chavez meets Colombia rebel on hostages http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071108/wl_nm/venezuela_colombia_dc_1;_ylt=AqcAVgPltD4_vdKql1V3MHWwv7kA November 7, 2007 PM Anti-Terrorism News (Afghanistan) Death Toll Hits 68 in Afghan Blast http://www.amny.com/news/nationworld/world/ats-ap_intl15nov07,0,2658682.story?track=rss (Afghanistan) The north goes its own way in Afghanistan http://www.atimes.com/atimes/South_Asia/IK07Df06.html (Pakistan) US official: Musharraf 'indispensable' (Deputy Secretary of State) http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071107/ap_on_go_co/us_pakistan_91 (Pakistan) In Pakistan, Echoes of Iran http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/11/06/AR2007110601805.html?hpid=opinionsbox1 Kuwaiti MP Praises Jihad, Advises Bin Laden On Avoiding Mistakes In Al-Qaeda's Jihad http://memri.org/bin/latestnews.cgi?ID=SD176007 (U.S.) Musician gets 15 years for backing al Qaeda http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071107/us_nm/usa_qaeda_musician_dc_1;_ylt=Amer1JCNBE4JGCqmDe7XKjgTv5UB (U.S.) Virginia Is for Radicals? - Concern over textbooks in Saudi school http://article.nationalreview.com/?q=MjQ5Yzc3MzI4ODAxYjRmNTY5NWM4MWIxODU1NDlmNTA= (U.S.) WorldNetDaily: Terror leaders describe America bound by Islam http://www.wnd.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=58529 Algerian court sentences ten wanted Islamists to death http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071107/wl_africa_afp/algeriaattackscourt_071107131838;_ylt=AvrqFCeeY3g_O6N5vdm5EgATv5UB (Iran) U.S. military in Iraq says to release 9 Iranians http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071106/wl_nm/iraq_dc;_ylt=AhnSG_0OHdlxGkBrKUYrLDus0NUE (Iran) Interpol puts Iranians on wanted list - 5 Iranians & 1 Lebanese wanted for 1994 bombing of Buenos Aires Jewish center, killing 85 http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071107/ap_on_re_mi_ea/interpol_iran;_ylt=AhVUFsjltPhFTBTydRa2pDdbbBAF Lebanon cleric: US encourages terrorism http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071107/ap_on_re_mi_ea/lebanon_shiite_cleric_1;_ylt=ArFTueHUZY7daRLvSKZR3csTv5UB (UAE) FBI's New Friends Were Kicked Out of UAE For "Talibanization" - Tanzeem-e-Islami http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/11/fbis_new_friends_were_kicked_o.php (Turkey) Cross-border operation still on table after Bush's assurances of support http://www.todayszaman.com/tz-web/detaylar.do?load=detay&link=126508 (Spain) Prosecutors to appeal acquittal of March 11 terrorist suspect http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=81&story_id=45699 Spanish police arrest 4 in crackdown on Basque separatist vandalism group http://www.pr-inside.com/spanish-police-arrest-4-in-crackdown-r287926.htm (Europe) Police target Italy-based terror network http://www.boston.com/news/world/europe/articles/2007/11/07/police_target_italy_based_terror_network/ (UK) Two arrested in dawn raids on suspicion of recruiting for jihad as part of Europe-wide swoop http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/uk/crime/article2821115.ece Other News: (U.S.) Muslim Rivalry Hits New York Prisons http://www.nysun.com/article/65974 November 7, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News (main stories - see also counterterrorismblog.org during the day) (Afghanistan) Death toll in Afghan blast rises to 60 http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071107/ap_on_re_as/afghanistan_53;_ylt=AoVvnwAij4hTv6_N6H2s4K7OVooA (Iraq) 17 booby-trapped bodies found in Iraq http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/focusoniraq/2007/November/focusoniraq_November22.xml§ion=focusoniraq (Iraq) Suicide bombing kills 12 Iraqis near Kurdish party headquarters http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1036624 (Iraq) Basra police chief targeted again in roadside bomb http://www.reuters.com/article/middleeastCrisis/idUSCOL731251 (Iraq) US army kills eight Al-Qaeda members in Iraq http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1036427 (Iraq) 5,000 weapon caches found in Iraq - MNF http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1036414 Turkish Army kills, arrests 11 PKK members http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1036425 Report: Turkish troops kill 3 Kurdish guerrillas in southeast http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/07/europe/EU-GEN-Turkey-Kurds.php (Pakistan) Militants make fresh gains in northwest Pakistan -- security forces surrender in mountain town of Kalam in the Swat Valley http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Militants_make_fresh_gains_in_northwest_Pakistan/articleshow/2525412.cms (Pakistan) Fazlullah's militants seize another town -- Madyan is third town in Swat valley to come under Taliban rule http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\11\07\story_7-11-2007_pg1_1 (Pakistan) Taliban stage a coup of their own http://www.atimes.com/atimes/South_Asia/IK08Df01.html (Pakistan) Jihadist training ground? http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20071107/FOREIGN/111070056/1001 Pakistan: Emergency to end in three weeks, says Musharraf aide http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Politics/?id=1.0.1523986663 (Iran) Defiant Iran reaches key nuclear target http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/November/middleeast_November91.xml§ion=middleeast&col= Iran's nuclear program "irreversible": President Ahmadinejad http://www.reuters.com/article/topNews/idUSDAH73388120071107 (U.S.) Miami - Liberty City 7 Trial: Defendant testifies he never sought money for jihad http://www.miamiherald.com/news/breaking_news/story/298243.html (U.S.) Defense opens in Florida terrorism trial http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071107/ap_on_re_us/terrorism_investigation_1;_ylt=Ag84mq95XcMfYikKiewXgPoTv5UB (U.S.) Security review changes panned http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20071107/NATION/111070061/1001 Hamas plans to build Hollywood-style media city, despite isolation http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/07/africa/ME-GEN-Palestinians-Hamas-Hollywood.php Israelis arrest eight people in West Bank raid http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/November/middleeast_November89.xml§ion=middleeast&col= Yemeni court convicts 32 al-Qaeda suspects http://www.usatoday.com/news/world/2007-11-07-yemen-terror_N.htm (Yemen) We'll continue Jihad to defend unity and get rights: al-Yadomi http://www.newsyemen.net/en/view_news.asp?sub_no=3_2007_11_07_6961 (UK) YouTube asked to curb terror videos http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/11/07/nutube107.xml Turkey confirms arrest of suspected al-Qaida member wanted in Germany http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/07/europe/EU-GEN-Turkey-Germany-Al-Qaida.php Reports: Turkey to change law curbing free speech http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/07/europe/EU-GEN-Turkey-Free-Speech.php (Netherlands) Leiden: Tariq Ramadan to be chair of Islamology http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/11/leiden-tariq-ramadan-to-be-chair-of.html (Thailand) Insurgent attacks in southern Thailand kill 4 security officials, wound 6 http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/07/asia/AS-GEN-Thailand-Southern-Violence.php Philippine troops clash with Muslim militants on southern island; 8 wounded http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/07/asia/AS-GEN-Philippines-Abu-Sayyaf.php (Sri Lanka) Heavy fighting erupts in Sri Lanka, 36 killed http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/November/subcontinent_November296.xml§ion=subcontinent (North Korea) Gates cautious on North Korean threat http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071107/ap_on_go_ca_st_pe/gates_asia_2;_ylt=AsjIOJC3NCqF0HoRblvkOPOCscEA Other News: (Canada) Letter-bomb suspect linked to tainted water http://www.thestar.com/News/article/274254 November 6, 2007 PM Anti-Terrorism News (Pakistan) Militants Capture Two Towns in Pakistan's Swat Tribal Agency http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/11/militants_capture_two_towns_in.php (Pakistan) Why U.S. sticks by Musharraf http://news.yahoo.com/s/csm/20071106/ts_csm/aoptions http://www.csmonitor.com/2007/1106/p01s07-usfp.html (Pakistan) Unlikely Al Qaeda will obtain nuclear weapons, say officials -- then says "You can never rule that out" http://www.nydailynews.com/news/wn_report/2007/11/06/2007-11-06_unlikely_al_qaeda_will_obtain_nuclear_we-2.html (Afghanistan) Prime Suspects in Worst Suicide Attack in Afghanistan's History http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/11/prime_suspects_in_worst_suicid.php (Afghanistan) The north goes its own way in Afghanistan http://www.atimes.com/atimes/South_Asia/IK07Df06.html Lebanese opposition politician ridicules US sanctions against him http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1192380751712&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (U.S.) Man gets 30 years in pipeline plot - Michael Reynolds plotted to help supposed al-Qaida operative blow up pipelines & refineries http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071106/ap_on_re_us/terror_sting;_ylt=Ak1fidWGSGWD0aZm8GpMw61vzwcF (UK) Terror inquiry police search home http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/england/7080351.stm (UK) Scotland: News Analysis - Defense Attorney Runs Afoul of Judge in Glasgow Terrorism Trial http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/11/defense_attorney_runs_afoul_of.php November 6, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News Afghan suicide blast leaves 100 dead or wounded -- targets visiting lawmakers - in northern Afghan town of Baghlan http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071106/wl_asia_afp/afghanistanunrestsuicide_071106142027;_ylt=ArrMIBZNF0Hqx8V7gSFn33bOVooA (Afghanistan) NATO air raid kills dozens of Taliban: Afghan army http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071106/wl_nm/afghan_violence_dc_5;_ylt=AofW_D8AqtyWJtTa1RZZFrzOVooA http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Top_Headlines/20_Taliban_dead_in_NATO-Afghan_air_raids/articleshow/2522005.cms (Afghanistan) UN chief alarmed by Taliban bid to seize Afghan districts http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071106/wl_sthasia_afp/afghanistanunrestun_071106071742;_ylt=AooJLNw_KLxN42SG32sjhrXOVooA (Iraq) Two blasts in eastern Baghdad wound three persons -- police http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1036170 (Iraq) Gunmen assassinate Iraqi official -- Aref Qanbar in Ninawa http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1036203 (Iraq) U.S. military in Iraq says to release 9 Iranians http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071106/wl_nm/iraq_dc_2;_ylt=AlSLe0KI0Qlqw..zzICIJYRX6GMA (Iraq) US, Iraq forces kill five terrorists, arrest 111 others - update on Monday reports http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1035982 (Iraq) Five US soldiers killed in Iraq bombings - this week http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071106/wl_mideast_afp/iraqunrestustoll_071106121802;_ylt=AoriPujFisLMJnVCCwWckBhX6GMA (Iraq) 30 bodies found in mass graves near Baghdad http://www.gulfnews.com/region/Iraq/10165529.html Turkish PM says N.Iraq offensive planned: report http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071106/ts_nm/turkey_iraq_dc_151;_ylt=AgLSze5et9OlV5WdUwE7xzdX6GMA (Iraq) Kurdish rebels renew call for dialogue with Turkey http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/November/middleeast_November80.xml§ion=middleeast&col= Italy police arrest 20 on terrorism charges -- suspected of setting up "Salafist jihadi" cells - preparing for suicide attack in Afghanistan and Iraq - AKI reports police found Al Qaeda training materials http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071106/wl_nm/italy_arrests_dc_2;_ylt=AshSC8PmXKnwtW.JsL.q9RITv5UB http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1519293384 (Pakistan) Terror Experts Warn Of Pakistan Threat http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2007/11/05/eveningnews/main3455422.shtml Pakistan: the world's most dangerous country http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/11/06/wpak306.xml (Pakistan) Militants kidnap four Pakistani soldiers - in Razmak in North Waziristan http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/November/subcontinent_November253.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (Pakistan) Militants seize town in northwest Pakistan -- Matta in Swat valley - security forces surrender http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/06/asia/AS-GEN-Pakistan-Violence.php (Pakistan) Swat: Tourist spot is new frontline for Pakistan Islamists http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071106/wl_sthasia_afp/pakistanunrestnorthwest_071106061837;_ylt=AjXHsnG3RsmKcTPCdG4zKW7zPukA Pakistan's radical Red Mosque returns -- additional calls for Pakistan Jihad in Lal Masjid sermons http://atimes.com/atimes/South_Asia/IK07Df01.html (Pakistan) Reforms fail at many madrassas http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20071106/FOREIGN/111060059/1001 Pakistan 'less than robust' at combating extremism - Australia concerned about links between Pakistan intelligence services and Taliban http://www.smh.com.au/news/world/pakistan-less-than-robust-at-combating-extremism/2007/11/06/1194329216443.html Pakistan: Musharraf says emergency rule only temporary http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1519293052 (Pakistan) Escapee Imran Khan vows to oppose Musharraf http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,22717145-23109,00.html (U.S.) Sept. 11 firefighter memorial unveiled http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071106/ap_on_re_us/sept_11_firefighter_sculpture (U.S.) Man pleads in Fort Dix plot -- Agron Abdullahu http://www.northjersey.com/page.php?qstr=eXJpcnk3ZjczN2Y3dnFlZUVFeXk2MDYmZmdiZWw3Zjd2cWVlRUV5eTcyMTU4MDEmeXJpcnk3ZjcxN2Y3dnFlZUVFeXky Experts say West can't stop Web radicalization http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071106/wr_nm/britain_security_internet_dc (Iran) Israeli official warns of nuclear Iran in two years http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/06/africa/ME-GEN-Israel-Iran-Nuclear.php http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1192380749027&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull 'Iran won't halt Interpol vote linked to 1994 Argentina bombing' http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1192380744078&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Jordan) Three Jordanians return from Guantanamo Bay prison http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071106/us_nm/jordan_usa_guantanamo_dc_1;_ylt=AkuzYULmqLu5zvmbpBbjWoQTv5UB Hamas leader says upcoming Mideast conference US "distraction" to prepare war against Iran http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/05/africa/ME-GEN-Syria-Hamas.php (Gaza) Al-Qaeda Finds Another Home: Gaza http://www.cbn.com/CBNnews/263947.aspx Israel has no plans to invade Gaza in near future: Barak http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/06/africa/ME-GEN-Israel-Palestinians.php (Israel) IDF arrests Hamas parliamentarian in Hebron http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1192380748586&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Azerbaijan) Al-Qaeda associates detained in Azerbaijan http://www.interfax.ru/e/B/politics/28.html?id_issue=11901078 (Russia) 2 Suspects Linked to Train Bomb - new suspect Taras Murzalev - links between St. Petersburg club bomb and train bombing http://www.moscowtimes.ru/stories/2007/11/06/012.html - previous story http://www.themoscowtimes.com/stories/2007/10/25/012.html (Canada) Most serious charge dropped against 43-year-old terror suspect; bail granted - Abdul Qayyum Jamal http://canadianpress.google.com/article/ALeqM5g19suSu0wXm05RM8AxrvIJIlOa7g http://www.theglobeandmail.com/servlet/story/RTGAM.20071106.wJamal06/BNStory/National/home (Spain) Madrid Bombing Trial: 11-M bombing mastermind 'acquitted by mistake' http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=81&story_id=45656 EU lays out anti-terror proposals http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/world/europe/7080298.stm European Commission: Online promotion of terrorism targeted http://www.ireland.com/newspaper/breaking/2007/1106/breaking22.htm EU seeks passenger details to fight terrorism http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/theworld/2007/November/theworld_November182.xml§ion=theworld&col= (UK) Two UK arrests in European anti-terror swoop -- led by Italian police http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/11/06/narrests106.xml (UK) July 21 terror suspect jailed for six years -- Adel Yahya http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/11/05/nterror205.xml (UK) Analysis: Young, British and part of terror plot - Abdul Patel and other youth http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/11/06/nterror306.xml (UK) Counter-terror laws at heart of Brown's agenda http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/11/06/nqueen106.xml (UK) 'Tribal area of Pakistan is epicentre of terror attack in the UK' http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Top_Headlines/Tribal_area_of_Pak_is_epicentre_of_terror_attack_in_the_UK/articleshow/2520565.cms (UK) Death threats on YouTube for mosque opponent - link to Tablighi Jamaat group web site http://www.thisislondon.co.uk/standard/article-23419736-details/Death+threats+on+YouTube+for+mosque+opponent/article.do (UK) 4000 Islamist Fanatics In Britain Say MI5 - update to Nov 5 story http://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/news/uk-world-news/2007/11/06/4000-muslim-fanatics-in-britain-say-mi5-86908-20067106/ (UK) Scotland: Contempt hearing for convicted terrorist Mohammed Atif Siddique's lawyer Aamer Anwar http://news.scotsman.com/scotland.cfm?id=1765332007 Indonesia: Spies behind Islamic deviant sects, says religious leader -- including Jemaah Islamiyah http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Religion/?id=1.0.1519620819 (Thailand) Bomb at market in southern Thailand injures 28, 7 seriously - in a busy market in Yala province's Muang district http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/06/asia/AS-GEN-Thailand-Southern-Violence.php (Thailand) Two Muslims injured in Narathiwat bombing -- insurgents detonated a bomb to attack a unit of soldiers http://nationmultimedia.com/breakingnews/read.php?newsid=30054905 (Philippines) Islamic separatists fighting for independence http://www.channel4.com/news/articles/politics/international_politics/islamic+separatists+fighting+for+independence/1011247 (Philippines) Int'l jurors blast Dutch govt on seizure of Communist PPT materials http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/storypage.aspx?StoryId=98282 (New Zealand) Pipe bomb thrown into police station http://www.nzherald.co.nz/category/story.cfm?c_id=30&objectid=10474320 (Sri Lanka) Nine killed in Sri Lanka amid funeral of top Tiger http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071106/wl_sthasia_afp/srilankaunrest_071106071009;_ylt=ApM0LqST5IqRL3Amp238A2QtM8oA (North Korea) US sets terms to get North Korea off terrorism list http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071106/ts_afp/nkoreanuclearweapons_071106035443;_ylt=ArOMjVQa8VN3Z84c5C6zB_QTv5UB (North Korea) US says North Korea very helpful in nuclear disablement http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071106/ts_afp/nkoreanuclearweapons Nepal's former rebels say 3 of their members killed journalist http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/06/asia/AS-GEN-Nepal-Journalist-Killed.php Colombian FARC rebels to prove captives alive http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071106/ap_on_re_la_am_ca/chavez_rebels_1;_ylt=ArcgMCGTIceGvczQSIe5rx.wv7kA Other News: (U.S.) Thousands mistakenly allowed past U.S. border, source says http://www.cnn.com/2007/US/11/05/border.security/index.html (Saudi Arabia) Pope meets Saudi king to discuss Christian worship in Muslim kingdom http://www.dailymail.co.uk/pages/live/articles/news/worldnews.html?in_article_id=492052&in_page_id=1811&ito=newsnow Belgium: Headscarf fashion show http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/11/belgium-headscarf-fashion-show.html Belgium: More Turkish student organizations http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/11/belgium-more-turkish-student.html November 5, 2007 PM Anti-Terrorism News Al Qaeda text editor: Radical Muslims will always hate the West - "The Al Qaeda Reader" editor says OBL's goal is "submit to Islam, live under Islam or die" http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071105/wl_nm/eu_terrorism_alqaeda_dc_1;_ylt=AuAvEX2g7PdOVEQVPM_zwEkTv5UB (Pakistan) Dutch government freezes millions in aid to Pakistan http://www.iht.com/articles/2007/11/05/europe/react.php?WT.mc_id=rsseurope (Pakistan) Thousands Face Down Pakistani Police http://www.breitbart.com/article.php?id=D8SNO2000&show_article=1 (Iraq) 683 Iraqi detainees freed in three weeks from US prisons http://afp.google.com/article/ALeqM5jiO-a7jsAamL5EjWFKRy40z3xVWQ (Iraq) Ride home shows Baghdad's safe, dangerous sides http://news.yahoo.com/s/mcclatchy/20071105/wl_mcclatchy/20071105bcusiraqneighborhoods_attn_national_foreign_editors_ytop;_ylt=AoI2WWtB5MOPyxpQ_.W6Ol.s0NUE (Turkey) Bush offers Turks added aid to contain Kurdish rebels http://www.iht.com/articles/2007/11/05/europe/prexy.php (Turkey/Iraq) Bush: PKK Is Enemy Of Turkey, Enemy Of U.S. http://cbs2.com/politics/politicsnational_story_309123802.html (Europe) Al Qaeda is major threat to EU: anti-terror chief http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071105/wl_nm/eu_terrorism_alqaeda_dc_1;_ylt=AuAvEX2g7PdOVEQVPM_zwEkTv5UB (UK) Man accused in London bombing admits having info of use for terrorists -- Adel Yahya trial - July 21 plot suspect http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1192380741507&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull http://www.itv.com/News/Articles/21_7-terror-suspect-pleads-guilty.html (UK) MI5 'evolving' to meet terror threat http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/7079621.stm (UK) Terror in UK sourced in Pakistan: MI5 chief http://www.hindustantimes.com/Redir.aspx?ID=a56e799a-d063-4494-88d5-947f614992dd The Investigative Project: From HLF to Hamas: A Modern Parallel http://www.investigativeproject.org/article/535 (U.S.) NSA Sought Data Before 9/11 - Qwest denied request for info about customers and flow of traffic across network http://news.nationaljournal.com/articles/071102nj1.htm Canada's FinTrac Public Info Limited by Canadian Law http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/11/canadas_fintrac_public_info_li.php (Iran) U.S. dilemma: Targeting Iran's oil industry could hurt America more http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/05/africa/ME-GEN-Iran-Targeting-Oil.php (Syria/Lebanon) U.S. Treasury Freezes Assets of Individuals Assisting Syrian Influence Over Lebanon http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/11/us_treasury_freezes_assets_of.php (Lebanon) US Slaps Sanctions On 4 Accused Of 'Undermining' Lebanon http://www.nasdaq.com/aspxcontent/NewsStory.aspx?cpath=20071105%5cACQDJON200711051631DOWJONESDJONLINE000576.htm& (Russia) Officials, relatives say 9 hunters, rangers shot dead in Russia's volatile North Caucasus http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/05/europe/EU-GEN-Russia-Killings.php http://www.westernresistance.com/blog/archives/003900.htmlhttp://www.westernresistance.com/blog/archives/003900.html http://en.rian.ru/russia/20071105/86673861.html Sri Lanka rebel arms-buying goes global - Tamil Tigers raise $200 - $300 million a year, mostly through extortion & fraud, then buy & ship arms http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071105/ap_on_re_as/sri_lanka_tiger_inc__abridged;_ylt=AjfUlnL.ZVjNnbLQBw1k.9Cs0NUE Other News: ("Islamic Finance") The zero percent solution -- A renaissance for 'Islamic finance' -- a version of capitalism that avoids interest -- offers innovative financial tools to Muslim and non-Muslim alike http://www.boston.com/news/education/higher/articles/2007/11/04/the_zero_percent_solution/ 'Islamic state' not in the Koran: Ulama http://www.religionandspirituality.com/currentEvents/view.php?StoryID=20071105-083049-3623r November 5, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News (Iraq) Four killed in Iraq violence; raids and arrests reported http://news.monstersandcritics.com/middleeast/news/article_1371286.php/Four_killed_in_Iraq_violence_raids_and_arrests_reported__Roundup_ (Iraq) US-Iraqi forces in new assault on Al-Qaeda -- "Task Force Iron" operation in the north http://afp.google.com/article/ALeqM5jucHDcI4G-tFyTIIHVouF1yEayNA (Iraq) US army finds "al-Qaeda" bunker in central Iraq - west of Samarra http://news.monstersandcritics.com/middleeast/news/article_1371174.php/US_army_finds_"al-Qaeda"_bunker_in_central_Iraq (Iraq) Three civilians killed, 13 injured in Tikrit - on Sunday http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1035637 (Iraq) 19 people injured in Mosul bombings, Iraqi police arrest Qaeda members in Kirkuk - on Sunday http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1035602 Turkey: Rebels free soldiers but Ankara ready to attack http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1515084484 (Turkey) Bush to hold talks with Turkish leader on Iraqi Kurds http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071105/ts_afp/usturkeykurdsunrestiraq_071105114313;_ylt=AmrHA8QSPS68FEMFKFkAHalX6GMA (Afghanistan) US troops kill two Taliban militants, detain six others -- in Ghazni province http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1035720 (Afghanistan) Taliban briefly capture third western Afghan district -- but were driven out of Khaki Safed by Afghan forces and their international allies http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071105/ts_nm/afghan_violence_dc_1;_ylt=AkhwX7eQMhG_Vb8hkkkZXZXOVooA (Pakistan) Bomb targets military vehicle in Pakistan, one hurt -- in NWFP's Nowshera http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/November/subcontinent_November211.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= Pakistan: 25 militants freed in exchange for 213 soldiers -- in South Waziristan http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1514945488 (Pakistan) Three killed in Swat clashes - update on Sunday report http://www.dawn.com/2007/11/05/top15.htm (Pakistan) Red Alert in Peshawar http://www.pakistantimes.net/2007/11/05/top13.htm#93 (Pakistan) Militants move beyond tribal areas http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20071105/FOREIGN/111050059/1003 (Pakistan) U.S. postpones Pakistan defense talks due to crisis http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071105/ts_nm/pakistan_usa_pentagon_dc_2;_ylt=AuNBaOVUdbrHrwRzfYL8COLzPukA Pakistani PM Aziz Vows to Hold Elections Despite State of Emergency http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,308096,00.html Pakistan denies rumors Musharraf is under house arrest http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/November/subcontinent_November217.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (Pakistan) Islamist political party Jamaat-e-Islami states 600-700 of its supporters detained (my title) http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/11/05/wpak705.xml Pakistan's nuclear bomb may fall into wrong hands: Report -- comments by Bruce Riedel, the former senior director for South Asia on the National Security Council to Newsweek http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/World/Paks_nuclear_bomb_may_fall_into_wrong_hands_Report/articleshow/2518189.cms http://www.newsweek.com/id/68115 (Pakistan) Bhutto suspects 'child suicide bomber' was used to kill her http://www.outlookindia.com/pti_news.asp?id=516492 (India J&K) Two Pakistan-based Harkat-ul-Mujahideen guerrillas arrested in Indian-administered Kashmir -- in Baramulla district http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1035767 (India J&K) 2 Pak infiltrators, top commander among 4 ultras killed in J&K http://news.webindia123.com/news/Articles/India/20071105/814031.html (India) Osama Bin Laden rocks Assam with new video http://www.merinews.com/catFull.jsp?articleID=127509 (U.S.) In US war on terrorism, 'waterboarding' not deemed torture http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071105/ts_alt_afp/usattackspoliticsjusticetorture_071104212323;_ylt=Av7LOyx7KrrYUIVRqcgi4PUTv5UB (U.S.) Guantanamo Bay: 11 Detainees Returned to Home Nations http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/11/04/AR2007110400953.html Iran dismisses possibility of US strike http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071105/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iran_us_iraq_2;_ylt=AvzZ6YYuW7_OuQmbONgaf.VSw60A Iran outlines 'Iraq security plan' http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071105/wl_mideast_afp/iraqunrestiran_071105112708;_ylt=AphAw2984jjCa_zxYd8SihZX6GMA (Lebanon) Report: Hezbollah stages maneuvers http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071105/ap_on_re_mi_ea/lebanon_hezbollah_2;_ylt=Al_SGsmuPz7TEpjYgMA8T0ragGIB (Lebanon) Nasrallah Conducts Biggest Hizbullah Military Maneuver in History http://www.naharnet.com/domino/tn/NewsDesk.nsf/getstory?openform&53808A34817288B9C225738A0023A87B (Gaza) Blast damages restaurant in Gaza city http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1035689 Report: Palestinian Islamic Jihad willing to stop rocket attacks -- if there is "national consensus" among Palestinians to do so http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1192380738505&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Jordanian court sentences al-Qaida militant to death for attack on country's embassy in Iraq http://www.newspress.com/Top/Article/article.jsp?Section=WORLD&ID=565116751806071636 http://www.mercurynews.com/nationworld/ci_7375191?nclick_check=1 Saudi Minister confirms building a wall along Iraq borders http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1035742 (Algeria) Qaeda's Maghreb propaganda man surrenders - paper http://africa.reuters.com/wire/news/usnL058536.html (Yemen) Saboteurs blow up oil pipeline in Yemen http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1035734 Morocco takes fresh Qaeda threat seriously: interior minister http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071104/wl_africa_afp/qaedazawahirimagrebmorocco_071104220606;_ylt=AkOmoH3kkvjYaNUYbB.33qITv5UB (Somalia) 2 blasts targeting Ethiopian troops prompt soldiers to open fire in Somalia; 2 killed http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/05/africa/AF-GEN-Somalia.php Ethiopia: Analysts Warn of New War With Eritrea http://allafrica.com/stories/200711050002.html Uganda: UK Jails Citizen 10 Years for Terror http://allafrica.com/stories/200711050003.html Chechen jihadists proclaim Islamic State, declare U.S., U.K., Israel legitimate jihad targets http://www.jihadwatch.org/archives/018681.php (UK) MI5: Al-Qa'eda recruiting UK children for terror -- and MI5 now monitoring 2000 in UK for support for terrorism -- MI5 sees children ages 15 and 16 implicated in terrorist-related activity - Pakistan still "base", with training Iraq, Somalia http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/11/05/nevans105.xml http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/uk/article2810656.ece -- Full text of MI5 Director General's speech http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/11/05/nevans205.xml (UK) MI5: Terror links in UK rise to 2,000 http://www.thesun.co.uk/sol/homepage/news/article428869.ece (UK) MI5: Russian spying distracts from Qaeda threat http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071105/ts_nm/britain_security_dc (UK) Scotland: Terror suspect held for further five days http://news.scotsman.com/topics.cfm?tid=758&id=1757682007 (UK) PM to unveil plans for terror laws, Europe and party funds http://news.scotsman.com/uk.cfm?id=1757982007 (UK) Terror limit 'could be doubled' http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/politics/7077685.stm (UK) Extra detention of terror suspects is compared to apartheid era http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/business/law/article2806597.ece French Guantanamo detainees seek US general's testimony http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=25&story_id=45618 (Spain) Al Qaeda's No2 threatens Spanish interests in Maghreb http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=81&story_id=45610 (Thailand) Injuries in morning Narathiwat bombing http://www.bangkokpost.com/breaking_news/previousdetail.php?id=123293 (Philippines) Bomb theory not yet ruled out in Makati blast http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/topofthehour.aspx?StoryId=98094 (Sri Lanka) Fighting in northern Sri Lanka kills 7 rebels, 1 soldier, military says http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/05/asia/AS-GEN-Sri-Lanka-Civil-War.php Sri Lanka vows to bomb Tigers into peace http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071105/wl_sthasia_afp/srilankaunrest_071105093635;_ylt=AsfWk7oeoxaFrxked3lCRYAtM8oA North Korea to begin disabling Nuke facilities http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071105/ap_on_re_as/koreas_nuclear_3;_ylt=Ag6yNRQJqrLl5qF2pCqyFRWCscEA (Columbia) Chavez says Colombia rebels in Venezuela for talks http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071105/wl_nm/venezuela_colombia_dc_1;_ylt=AsUEfizVt.BkOJecD37VCWewv7kA Book Review: Terror trail from a second-hand computer http://www.hindu.com/thehindu/holnus/002200711041522.htm (Australia) Convicted terrorist in appeal bid -- Faheem Khalid Lodhi http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,22704362-29277,00.html Australia counterterrorism unit finding difficulty in monitoring Islamist groups (my title) http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,22701783-2,00.html?from=public_rss Other News: (Afghanistan) Koran translation angers Afghans, publisher arrested http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071105/wl_nm/afghan_koran_dc_1;_ylt=AtTnTwdw34zSSndbtwd6iOnOVooA http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/south_asia/7077892.stm (Iraq) Largest Islamic group of nations to open Baghdad office soon, leader says -- Organization of the Islamic Conference (OIC) http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/05/europe/EU-GEN-Turkey-Iraqs-Neighbors.php Islamic finance is seeing spectacular growth http://www.iht.com/articles/2007/11/05/business/bankcol06.php Blog Reports: Hillary takes cash from terror suspects http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=58449 November 4, 2007 PM Anti-Terrorism News Three charged with treason in Fiji. Alleged plot was against military coup leader and self-proclaimed prime minister. http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,22705815-1702,00.html Iraqi guns: Smugglers and bunglers - Iran plays "rather significant role" in arming Iraq's Shia militias http://www.isn.ethz.ch/news/sw/details.cfm?id=18311 (Israel) Jerusalem terror plot said foiled - Planned to kill Jerusalem Mayor & carry out suicide bombing http://www.jta.org/cgi-bin/iowa/breaking/105095.html Cyber terror top of MEITSEC agenda - Middle East IT Security Conference in UAE http://www.itp.net/news/503279-cyber-terror-top-of-meitsec-agenda How terrorist organizations use civilians in Gaza Strip as human shields (edited title) http://www.terrorism-info.org.il/eng/eng_n/edu_institutions_e.htm November 4, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News Pakistan Emergency Amidst Growing Talibanization -- Jeffrey Imm's November 3 news analysis http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/11/pakistan_talibanization.php Pakistan PM: State of emergency to last 'as long as necessary' -- election delayed indefinitely, 1500 arrested http://www.cnn.com/2007/WORLD/asiapcf/11/04/pakistan/index.html (Pakistan) Two soldiers die as rockets hit airport -- in Banda area in Swat valley http://www.dawn.com/2007/11/04/top8.htm (Pakistan) Kidnapped soldiers may be freed today -- held in in South Waziristan since August 30 http://www.dawn.com/2007/11/04/top9.htm (Pakistan) Print, Electronic Media Prohibited from Publication or Broadcast that abets Terrorists http://www.pakistantimes.net/2007/11/04/top3.htm (Pakistan) U.S. urges Islamabad to restore democracy http://www.washingtontimes.com/article/20071104/FOREIGN/111040040/1001 (Pakistan) As Crisis Deepens, White House Endures Diminished Power to Influence Events -- Joe Biden: "moderate majority in Pakistan" http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/11/03/AR2007110301282.html (Pakistan) Security has "collapsed": Benazir Bhutto http://paktribune.com/news/index.shtml?193621 (Pakistan) Emergency rule not solution to terror: Bhutto http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/World/Pakistan/Emergency_rule_not_a_solution_to_terror_Bhutto/articleshow/2516386.cms (Pakistan) Activists detained in Pakistan emergency -- media does not point out Islamist sympathies of some detained http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071104/ap_on_re_as/pakistan_289 (Pakistan) Ex-ISI chief Hamid Gul arrested - pro-Jihad Islamist views where that ""God will destroy America", claimed Israel was behind 9/11 http://www.outlookindia.com/pti_news.asp?id=516369 http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hamid_Gul http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/in_depth/world/2002/islamic_world/2173818.stm http://www.robert-fisk.com/hamid_gul_interview_sept26_2001.htm\ (Pakistan) Imran Khan slips from police detention -- leader of Tehreek-e-Insaf party with "Islamic overtones", against "Zionist" "war on terror" that he views against "Muslim freedom struggle", members of Imran Khan's party chanting "Long Live Osama" in June 2007 http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/November/subcontinent_November180.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Imran_Khan http://www.islamicamagazine.com/Issue-14/Interview-Imran-Khan/Page-4.html http://english.aljazeera.net/NR/exeres/65ACF62D-93FA-4110-B91C-3FC08C3195E8.htm (Pakistan) Imran Khan placed under house arrest by Musharraf http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/World/Pakistan/Imran_Khan_placed_under_house_arrest_by_Musharraf/articleshow/2515801.cms Saudi Arabia is hub of world terror -- The desert kingdom supplies the cash and the killers http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/middle_east/article2801017.ece (Afghanistan) At least 25 Taliban reported killed in Afghanistan -- Uruzgan province fighting http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071104/wl_sthasia_afp/afghanistanunrest_071104102621;_ylt=AhmQaDv7O82TwFrGn6fgK_XOVooA Afghan forces prepare to retake fallen Bakwa district: president http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071104/wl_sthasia_afp/afghanistanunrestkarzai_071104071351;_ylt=AnavI5htyi0mvDIaQVu.fGrOVooA Iraqi official assassinated, 12 armed men detained http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1035421 (Iraq) Adviser to Iraq finance minister shot dead http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071104/wl_mideast_afp/iraqunrest (Iraq) Two ministry officials killed, bodies found in Iraq http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/focusoniraq/2007/November/focusoniraq_November16.xml§ion=focusoniraq (Iraq) Thousands return to safer Iraqi capital - Over 3,000 Iraqi families driven out of Baghdad have returned as sectarian violence drops http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071103/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq;_ylt=AqjHybQ5_R8pk1d6B35IQTCs0NUE (Iraq) Significant drop in air raids in Iraq: US http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071104/wl_mideast_afp/iraqunrestus_071104141034;_ylt=AhmpdEjKOdMBsbs6sFpwk7hX6GMA Iraqi president plays role in releasing Turkish soldiers -- official http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1035383 PKK confirms release of 8 Turkish soldiers in Iraq http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1192380728136&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Turkey) Istanbul conference condemns terrorism, Iraq acts against PKK http://www.todayszaman.com/tz-web/detaylar.do?load=detay&link=126252 (India) Five injured in different bomb blasts in Manipur http://www.hindu.com/thehindu/holnus/004200711041223.htm (India J&K) Two top guerrillas of Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Toiba killed in Kashmir http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1035408 (India J&K) 4 militants killed, army bunker attacked in J & K http://news.webindia123.com/news/Articles/India/20071104/813091.html (India) 16 policemen killed in Maoist ambush http://www.hindu.com/2007/11/03/stories/2007110355531400.htm U.S. officials ponder plan to close Guantanamo prison http://www.iht.com/articles/2007/11/03/america/gitmo.1-164659.php http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071104/wl_afp/usmilitaryjusticeguantanamo U.S. officials considering more rights for Guantanamo detainees http://www.iht.com/articles/2007/11/04/america/gitmo.1-164659.php (U.S.) Suit settled after image of son with hijackers is rejected - 9/11-related lawsuit settled - families want archive of documents on 9/11 security http://www.nydailynews.com/news/wn_report/2007/11/03/2007-11-03_suit_settled_after_image_of_son_with_hij.html (U.S.) FBI Hoped to Follow Falafel Trail to Iranian Terrorists Here http://cqpolitics.com/wmspage.cfm?parm1=5&docID=hsnews-000002620892 (U.S.) Arizona: Palo Verde 'back to normal' after bomb discovery http://www.azcentral.com/arizonarepublic/local/articles/1103nuclear-ON.html Iranian Protesters Celebrate 28th Anniversary Takeover of U.S. Embassy http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,307942,00.html (Iran) Banking sanctions bite in Iran http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/November/middleeast_November48.xml§ion=middleeast&col= (Iran) U.S. sanctions force World Bank to halt some Iran aid http://www.iht.com/articles/2007/11/04/africa/04sanctions.php Iran welcomes Arab uranium proposal but says it won't stop enrichment http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1192380727212&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Envoys reject Iran's troop offer for Iraq http://www.washingtontimes.com/article/20071104/FOREIGN/111040038/1003 Israeli raid leaves three dead, many injured in Gaza http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1035304 (Israel) Kassam hits Sderot home; power failures reported in city http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1192380728009&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Somalia) Ethiopia reinforces troops in Somalia: witnesses http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071104/wl_nm/somalia_conflict_dc_2;_ylt=AujH_t5rd944HRFAzXS21rWQLIUD (Somalia) South Korean sailors released from six-months captivity by Somali pirates http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/04/asia/AS-GEN-SKorea-Somalia-Piracy.php (Denmark) Gaza terror group warns Danish People's Party http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/11/gaza-terror-group-warns-danish-peoples.html (UK) Brown faces clash over terror laws http://news.scotsman.com/uk.cfm?id=1755222007 Philippine troops kill Abu Sayyaf militant wanted for kidnappings -- Jamal Taib http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/04/asia/AS-GEN-Philippines-Abu-Sayyaf.php Philippines firm disputes police findings on blast http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071104/wl_nm/philippines_explosion_dc_1;_ylt=AmRkWiP3ne6rdRNiAgCszeFUKYUA Sri Lankan military: Fighting kills 4 Tamil rebels, 1 soldier in north http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/04/asia/AS-GEN-Sri-Lanka-Civil-War.php (Sri Lanka) Tamil rebel leader vows to continue armed struggle http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/November/middleeast_November56.xml§ion=middleeast&col= Sri Lanka tightens security as Tigers vow war http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/November/subcontinent_November184.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= Other News: (UK) Mosques told to obey new code of conduct -- to combat "violent extremism" http://observer.guardian.co.uk/uk_news/story/0,,2205152,00.html?gusrc=rss&feed=society Islamic finance must assume its rightful place in the global financial system, says Kuala Lumpur Business Club (KLBC) President http://www.ameinfo.com/137026.html Blog Reports: Norway's Ayaan Hirsi Ali -- Hege Storhaug http://pajamasmedia.com/2007/11/meet_norways_answer_to_ayaan_h.php The Mask Comes Off at Brussels Journal http://littlegreenfootballs.com/weblog/?entry=27784_The_Mask_Comes_Off_at_Brussels_Journal&only November 3, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News Al Qaeda's Zawahiri Calls for Attacks Against Western Interests in North Africa, Overthrow of Leaders http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/11/al_qaeda_and_north_africa.php (Al Qaeda) Zawahiri urges attacks on Western targets in north Africa http://afp.google.com/article/ALeqM5gwwodPc1iWAWogDHpT0pFoMr9bWw - October 23 NEFA report: "Dossier: Libyan Islamic Fighting Group (LIFG) http://www.nefafoundation.org/miscellaneous/nefalifg1007.pdf (Iraq) US forces kill 5 suspects, capture 10 others in raids across central and northern Iraq http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/03/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq-Raids.php (Iraq) US forces find bomb factory near Baghdad http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/focusoniraq/2007/November/focusoniraq_November12.xml§ion=focusoniraq (Iraq) Three US airmen killed in combat operations in Iraq http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1035094 Iraq: Female US soldier killed - roadside bomb in Baghdad http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/iraq;_ylt=AsbuiDHazZv9Xmgh.qoenCpX6GMA (Iraq) Basra army, police chiefs escape bombing http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071103/wl_mideast_afp/iraqunrestbasra_071103130222;_ylt=Ap3oM8l3J3BiOjPB7ToZvH1X6GMA (Iraq) Anbar 'almost' free from al Qaeda's grip http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20071103/FOREIGN/111030025/1001 Iraq vows to arrest Kurdish rebel leaders http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071103/wl_mideast_afp/iraqunrestbasra_071103130222;_ylt=Ap3oM8l3J3BiOjPB7ToZvH1X6GMA Kurdish govt closes offices of pro-PKK party http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/focusoniraq/2007/November/focusoniraq_November13.xml§ion=focusoniraq Facts are few in the combat between Turkish soldiers and Kurdish rebels http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/03/europe/EU-GEN-Turkey-Border-War.php (Afghanistan) Taliban execute Afghan woman for spying http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1035148 (Afghanistan) Karzai calls for "Afghanization" of fight against terrorism - calls for international community to train, equip Afghan forces http://news.monstersandcritics.com/europe/news/article_1370912.php/Karzai_calls_for_%26quotAfghanization%26quot_of_fight_against_terrorism__Extra_ (Afghanistan) Dutch NATO soldier killed in southern Afghanistan http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071103/wl_sthasia_afp/afghanistanunrestnatotoll_071103113931;_ylt=Ap9Erq0cOxHJKb_7BYrD7QDOVooA (Pakistan) Militants seize 120 police, soldiers in Pakistan -- police, soldiers surrender in Swat valley -- capture 2 police stations http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071103/wl_sthasia_afp/pakistanunrestnorthwest_071103115457;_ylt=AmsU89gPxL7ZpqMIXfoJn0_zPukA (Pakistan) Al Qaeda gaining ground in northwest -- Taliban cleric Maulana Fazlullah set up mini-state in Swat http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\11\03\story_3-11-2007_pg7_9 Pakistan considers Taliban rule in volatile valley -- in Swat -- NWFP governor: "The government is considering the implementation of Sharia law in the view of the demands of the local people" http://www.earthtimes.org/articles/show/135719.html (Pakistan) NWFP government sets up body on Sharia in Malakand -- to enforce Sharia http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\11\02\story_2-11-2007_pg1_9 Pakistan facing threat of extremist takeover: Bhutto http://www.hindustantimes.com/StoryPage/StoryPage.aspx?id=d71ba121-0267-4400-b220-f6dc0b20410d&ParentID=68bca3c7-30a8-4be9-a446-e7ed77f79cb9&&Headline='Pak+may+be+taken+over+by+extremists' (Pakistan) Landmine explosion kills 6 in southwest Pakistan -- in Baluchistan http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071103/wl_nm/pakistan_violence_dc_1;_ylt=AghjPK2wgG1uddUl1MO1ZcPzPukA Pakistan forces on high alert following terror threat http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/World/Pakistan/Pakistan_forces_on_high_alert_following_terror_threat/articleshow/2514449.cms Pakistan TV stations off air amid emergency speculation http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071103/ts_afp/pakistanpoliticsmediaban_071103124642;_ylt=AojtKmMv2kQEizJh6ffk1n_zPukA Pakistan in state of emergency -- Dawn TV news says paramilitary forces have been moved to important cities in Pakistan and army pickets have been setup at important points http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/11/03/wpak103.xml http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/World/Pakistan/Musharraf_imposes_emergency_in_Pakistan_Report/articleshow/2514926.cms http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071103/ap_on_re_as/pakistan_232;_ylt=AqVFCN8BhHx8.P93h4QrULzzPukA (Pakistan) Sources: Martial law declared in Pakistan -- constitution suspended - troops enter Supreme Court, court declares emergency illegal http://www.cnn.com/2007/WORLD/asiapcf/11/03/pakistan.emergency/index.html (Pakistan) U.S. commander meets Musharraf -- says emergency rule order would risk U.S. support to military http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2007/11/03/us_commander_meets_musharraf/4429/ (Pakistan) Martial law not acceptable: US http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\11\03\story_3-11-2007_pg1_1 (Pakistan) Musharraf: US assistance should remain confined to intelligence sharing, not forces http://paktribune.com/news/index.shtml?193535 (Pakistan) Blast destroys 14 shops in Peshawar market http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\11\03\story_3-11-2007_pg7_8 (Pakistan) Crackdown on defunct jihadi organizations underway -- in Sargodha http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\11\03\story_3-11-2007_pg7_10 (U.S.) Official: Militant Pakistani group causes terror concerns in New York -- Sipah-e-Sahaba group http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/02/america/NA-GEN-US-Pakistani-Threat.php (India J&K) Two policemen injured in grenade attack in J&K -- in Baramulla http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Two_policemen_injured_in_grenade_attack_in_JK/articleshow/2514855.cms (India) 11 bodies recovered after Naxalite attack in Bastar http://news.webindia123.com/news/Articles/India/20071103/812301.html (India) Suspected rebels kill 4 in India's northeast http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/03/asia/AS-GEN-India-Rebel-Attack.php (India) Chhatisgarh seeks Andhra Pradesh's help to catch hold of Naxals http://news.webindia123.com/news/Articles/India/20071103/812413.html (U.S.) "Close The D.C. Madrassa" - IBD states that Washington Post rebukes U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom for singling out Alexandria, Va.-based Islamic Saudi Academy http://www.ibdeditorials.com/IBDArticles.aspx?id=278895735498404 (U.S.) DHS Relaxes Chemical Plant Storage Rules http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/11/02/AR2007110201880.html (U.S.) No known terror links to JFK passenger with razor http://www.newsday.com/news/local/wire/newyork/ny-bc-ny--securitybreach1102nov02,0,7734610.story Iran bank says U.S. sanctions, accusations wrong http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071103/wl_nm/iran_usa_sanctions_dc_2;_ylt=ArioAulMakgSp9bUn8a3HKdSw60A (Iran) US disappointed in China, Russia response on Iran sanctions http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071102/wl_mideast_afp/usiransanctionsrussiachina_071102195359;_ylt=AgIYftS7biQg7m76Jttqztd_5GIA (Iran) Russia and China fall in line on Iran http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1192380722149&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Iran: Uranium consortium plan undermines rights http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/November/middleeast_November38.xml§ion=middleeast&col= Egypt seeks to head "Arab nuclear family" http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/November/middleeast_November37.xml§ion=middleeast&col= Syria police kill pro-PKK demonstrator http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/November/middleeast_November36.xml§ion=middleeast&col= Syria slams US 'interference' in Lebanese politics http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1192380724332&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Saudi Prince Blames 9/11 on U.S. http://blogs.abcnews.com/theblotter/2007/11/saudi-prince-bl.html (Gaza) Al-Aqsa Brigades fire missile at Magdel City http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1035096 (Gaza) IAF strike kills Hamas operative in Gaza http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1192380722621&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Gaza) Report: US said to give 'green light' to wide-scale IDF operation in Gaza http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1192380723804&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Palestinian Territories) Zawahiri urges overthrow Palestinian president http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/November/middleeast_November35.xml§ion=middleeast&col= (UK) London: Security raised in City on terror fears -- one of the UK’s top five banks has reviewed its security arrangements because of fears that it was being targeted by a terrorist cell http://www.ft.com/cms/s/949e55a2-8990-11dc-8dff-0000779fd2ac.html (UK) Second man held over terror raid -- from Goole http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/england/humber/7076675.stm (UK) Terror suspect's custody extended http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/england/humber/7075103.stm (UK) Man arrested in Scotland on suspicion of terrorist offense -- from Goole http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/03/europe/EU-GEN-Britain-Terrorism-Arrest.php (Thailand) Three killed, 10 wounded in Thai south violence -- bomb attack in Yala market - ambush in Narathiwat http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071102/wl_asia_afp/thailandsouthunresttoll_071102151112;_ylt=AkTtXKvuKk.Bz1G_2p3Tt1_uNREB (Philippines) Communist Insurgents blow up Philippine phone mast http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071103/wl_asia_afp/philippinescommunistunrestcrime_071103081828;_ylt=A0WTcVMdkSxHAcYAQQhUKYUA (Philippines) FOX report on Philippines counterterrorism http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,307678,00.html (Sri Lanka) LTTE appoints new political chief after demise of S.P. Tamilselvan http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1035159 (Sri Lanka) Tamil Tigers breakaway chief arrested in Britain http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/LTTE_breakaway_chief_arrested_in_Britain/articleshow/2513956.cms Sri Lanka ups security as rebels mourn top Tiger http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071103/wl_nm/srilanka_rebel_dc_5;_ylt=Ave03993qXgzYwDvmXmqUb8tM8oA North Korea nuclear disablement to start on Monday: US envoy http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071103/wl_afp/nkoreanuclearweapons_071103104023;_ylt=Ai8CxBVvkuWhQGSk1fDs76mCscEA November 2, 2007 PM Anti-Terrorism News (Iraq) US forces kill 10 al Qaeda suspects near Baghdad -- in Salman Pakin -- and arrest in Sharqat http://www.reuters.com/article/worldNews/idUSMAR25801620071102 (Iraq) Anbar leaders seek U.S. compensation for Qaeda fight -- want $2 billion http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071102/ts_nm/iraq_usa_anbar_dc Turks press Rice on Kurdish rebels http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071102/ap_on_go_ca_st_pe/rice_30 Turks ready to go it alone as Condoleezza Rice fails to convince on Kurd rebels http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/europe/article2796776.ece (Afghanistan) Another Afghan district falls to Taliban -- Bakwa district in Farah province http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071102/wl_sthasia_afp/afghanistanunrest_071102180634;_ylt=Ak0rqj.tF3uu3jDEmGNRFIvOVooA (Afghanistan) Coalition, Afghan Soldier Killed in Clashes With Taliban http://www.voanews.com/english/2007-11-02-voa48.cfm?rss=war Afghan president demands that US, NATO cut back on airstrikes after civilian casualties http://www.cp.org/english/online/OnlineFullStory.aspx?filename=w102646A&newsitemid=13836012&languageid=1 (Pakistan) Pentagon says not involved in Waziristan strike http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071102/pl_nm/pakistan_missile_usa_dc_2;_ylt=AuIoH4YnLkmaIq7UugKHuWnzPukA (Iran) World powers push ahead with Iran sanctions http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071102/wl_nm/iran_nuclear_dc_29;_ylt=AiDMVQuZbeUPEDQaJNnspNNSw60A (U.S.) Miami: Liberty City Seven Trial - Judge: Enough Evidence To Convict 7 In Terrorism Case http://www.wpbf.com/news/14498457/detail.html (U.S.) ABC: Only Three Have Been Waterboarded by CIA http://blogs.abcnews.com/theblotter/2007/11/exclusive-only-.html (U.S.) Arizona: Pipe bomb locks down Arizona nuclear plant -- worker stopped from entering grounds with explosive -- authorities say does not appear to be terrorism http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071102/ap_on_re_us/nuclear_plant_lockdown (U.S./Canada) Fighting Terrorist Financing: Canada's Problems and Pentagon's "Threat Finance" Initiatives http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/11/a_potpourri_of_terrorist_finan.php UK court approves terrorism suspects' deportation -- UK views them as threat to national security, states one has links to Osama Bin Laden http://africa.reuters.com/wire/news/usnL0294470.html?rpc=401& Spain v. Jihad http://www.time.com/time/magazine/article/0,9171,1680176,00.html (Somalia) Gunbattles in Somali capital leave at least 6 people reported dead, nearly two dozen wounded - update http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/02/africa/AF-GEN-Somalia.php (India) Harkat ul-Jihad-i-Islami (HuJI) leader admits to 2004 attack targeting Hasina: officials http://www.hindu.com/thehindu/holnus/003200711021223.htm UN rights panel concerned about secret detention in Algeria http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071102/wl_africa_afp/unrightsalgeria_071102185310;_ylt=Ai59_3JoiwqcJ5Fr5tOuw9UTv5UB Other News: (UK) Islamic finance course to be offered next year http://www.thisisjersey.com/business/business4.html (UK) 21-year-old escapes jail after pulling off Muslim mother's headscarf http://www.dailymail.co.uk/pages/live/articles/news/news.html?in_article_id=491415&in_page_id=1770&ito=newsnow (U.S.) Maryland Politician Fights Muslim Group's Plans to Build Mosque on Farmland http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,307692,00.html November 2, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News (Iraq) One Iraqi killed, five injured in Mosul; one terrorist leader nabbed -- leader Jamal Mohammad Abd and 52 others arrested -- also two unknown bodies found in Mosul http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1034914 (Iraq) Bombs kill 3 US soldiers in Iraq - in Mosul and Salahuddin - update on Thursday story http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/focusoniraq/2007/November/focusoniraq_November5.xml§ion=focusoniraq (Iraq) Kurdish PM condemns PKK attacks http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/iraq;_ylt=AtPmM5E9tSO0lmFL2p_rewxX6GMA Iraq signals hope for compromise with Turkey over Kurds http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/iraq/article2788552.ece Turkey, Iraq and US together against Kurdish rebels http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticle.asp?xfile=data/focusoniraq/2007/November/focusoniraq_November7.xml§ion=focusoniraq (Turkey) Rice promises Turkey "effective" action on PKK http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071102/us_nm/turkey_iraq_dc_109;_ylt=AsyqP1vUroqZwpaYnbZGI3lX6GMA Afghanistan: 'Key' Taliban-allied commander killed -- Mawlawi Abdul Manan http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1504731075 Afghan troops battle Taliban for fifth day in west http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071102/wl_nm/afghan_violence_dc_2;_ylt=AhEuhkucRtEkng7GKEmbwbbOVooA (Afghanistan) Taliban in retreat after attack near Kandahar -- Insurgents take heavy casualties as coalition reclaims territory http://www.canada.com/vancouversun/news/story.html?id=0815c950-a5f9-45ce-b5e3-5fe7419b84fb (Afghanistan) Retreat of Taliban seen after an advance in Afghanistan http://www.iht.com/articles/2007/11/02/asia/02afghan.php (Pakistan) Missile attack on Pakistan militant camp kills nine -- in Miranshah area - conflicting reports say near either Taliban chief hideout or a madrassa run by pro-al-Qaeda terrorists http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071102/wl_sthasia_afp/pakistanafghanistanunrestblast http://www.news.com.au/dailytelegraph/story/0,22049,22694487-5012768,00.html Pakistan militants parade 48 captured soldiers -- who surrendered to Taliban http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071102/wl_sthasia_afp/pakistanunrestnorthwest_071102100316;_ylt=AqAEZdD0Nqt4mL.cEsXkvrTzPukA (Pakistan) Militants say surrendering Pakistani troops freed -- soldier: "We have surrendered to these mujahedeen" http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/02/asia/AS-GEN-Pakistan.php (Pakistan) Militants claim capturing 44 militiamen -- in Swat area battles http://www.dawn.com/2007/11/02/top1.htm (Pakistan) Three troops among five injured in blasts -- Dera Bugti and Gandoai areas http://www.dawn.com/2007/11/02/top17.htm (Pakistan) NWFP government sets up body on Sharia in Malakand -- to enforce Sharia http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\11\02\story_2-11-2007_pg1_9 Pakistan: Pro-Sharia rebels threaten Christians -- in Swat - threaten to bomb families unless they convert to Islam http://www.compassdirect.org/en/display.php?page=lead&lang=en&length=long&idelement=&backpage=&critere=&countryname=&rowcur= (Pakistan) Suicide attack threats spark unprecedented security in Islamabad http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\11\02\story_2-11-2007_pg7_1 (Pakistan) Talibanization increases prices of weapons in Darra Adam Khel -- Taliban buying heavy weapons http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\11\02\story_2-11-2007_pg7_8 Pakistan attorney general says no martial law -- despite terror threats http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071102/wl_sthasia_afp/pakistanpoliticsjusticemusharraf_071102100519;_ylt=AhzF7F4SEXq7RPAhlxEoCo3zPukA Pakistan to try civilians in military courts - for offenses like terrorism http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/World/Pakistan/Pak_to_try_civilians_in_military_courts/articleshow/2510188.cms Pakistani hits implementation of tribal pact http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20071102/FOREIGN/111020049/1001 Commentary: Toward Defeating al-Qaeda in Pakistan http://frontpagemagazine.com/Articles/Read.aspx?GUID=1999A55B-78E2-4BE7-9753-CD5ED5146430 (India J&K) One Hizul rebel killed, three Lashkar guerrillas arrested in Kashmir http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1034779 (India) Seven CRPF men killed by militants in Assam http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Top_Headlines/Seven_CRPF_men_killed_by_militants_in_Assam/articleshow/2512156.cms (India) Suspected militant shot dead -- in Manipur http://news.webindia123.com/news/Articles/India/20071102/811633.html U.S. Rests Case In 'Liberty City 7' Terrorism Conspiracy Trial http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/T/TERRORISM_INVESTIGATION?SITE=AP&SECTION=HOME&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT&CTIME=2007-11-01-17-15-24 http://www.nbc6.net/news/14488582/detail.html http://www.miamiherald.com/775/story/292365.html US listing chemicals commonly used in businesses that terrorists could exploit http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/02/america/NA-GEN-US-Terror-Chemicals.php Al Qaeda's "Jihadi Battalions to Attack the Internet" Declaration http://mypetjawa.mu.nu/archives/189982.php Iran, IAEA end latest talks on Iran's nuclear program http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/02/africa/ME-GEN-Iran-Nuclear.php (Iran) US pushes for tougher sanctions on Iran http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071102/ap_on_re_mi_ea/nuclear_talks_iran_4;_ylt=AkifgUgrD.9xOr_wyftGHihSw60A (Iran) Gulf Arabs offer to provide uranium to Iran http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/November/middleeast_November11.xml§ion=middleeast&col= (Iran) Bahrain accuses Iran of nuclear weapons lie http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/middle_east/article2789056.ece http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2007/11/02/bahrain_says_iran_developing_nuclear_bombs/2623/ (Iran) Russia raps Saudi atomic fuel proposal for Iran: RIA http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071102/ts_nm/iran_nuclear_russia_dc_1;_ylt=Ap9Ux2tX5TwtqecBVDF5brl_5GIA (Lebanon) Hezbollah says it has grown stronger http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071101/ap_on_re_mi_ea/lebanon_hezbollah_1;_ylt=AiUpjcpNxuyLjjgHGJFdaHjagGIB (Syria) Report: US Air Force struck Syrian nuclear site http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1192380718519&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Kuwaiti paper: Jordan plans Pakistan-backed nuclear plant http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1192380718862&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Saudi Arabia) Ex-Saudi ambassador: Kingdom could have helped U.S. prevent 9/11 http://edition.cnn.com/2007/WORLD/meast/11/01/saudiarabia.terrorism/index.html Hamas fighters strengthening border defense http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20071102/FOREIGN/111020054/1003 (Gaza) 'Former Fatah Police Join al-Qaeda Group' http://www.israelnationalnews.com/News/Flash.aspx/135772 http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1192380715974&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Gaza) Abbas meets Hamas officials for first time since group's Gaza takeover http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1192380719263&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Israel) IDF troops arrest two Palestinian terror suspects in W. Bank http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1192380717873&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Somalia) Refugees flee as battles rock Mogadishu http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071102/wl_nm/somalia_conflict_dc_6;_ylt=At6A2JCIgM58G3gYp7e8wuKQLIUD (Somalia) Report: Somali pirates want U.S. Navy to back off http://www.cnn.com/2007/WORLD/africa/11/02/somalia.pirates.japan.ap/index.html (Canada) Mounties aid Swiss terror investigation -- probe of Yasin Al Kadi -- Saudis with British Columbia ties accused of financing bin Laden http://www.canada.com/nationalpost/news/story.html?id=a6ef4f2f-f708-4406-b910-197ef228f158&k=0 (Spain) Nine convicted Madrid bombers on hunger strike http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=81&story_id=45546 (UK) Terrorist police make arrest after suspect bomb material found http://www.goolecourier.co.uk/news/Terrorist-police-make-arrest-after.3440043.jp (UK) Litvinenko scare useful test for 'dirty bomb' attack: experts http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071102/wl_uk_afp/britainrussiaspyhealth_071102100803;_ylt=AqgGKs3UlzDW4zkj4o50DrYTv5UB (Australia) Former Gitmo inmate denied passport -- Egyptian-born Sydney resident Mamdouh Habib http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071102/ap_on_re_au_an/australia_guantanamo (Australia) Terror suspect's interview 'inadmissible' -- trial of Izhar Ul-Haque http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,22693050-29277,00.html Australia had jail plan for Indian doctor: report http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071102/wl_sthasia_afp/britainattacksaustraliaindiajustice_071102061039;_ylt=AgICTBPqXKiVVIqB.IuZ4cITv5UB (Thailand) Four wounded in Yala bombing http://www.bangkokpost.com/breaking_news/previousdetail.php?id=123222 (Philippines) Three Islamic militants killed in southern Philippine clash -- in Basilan province http://news.monstersandcritics.com/asiapacific/news/article_1370615.php/Three_Islamic_militants_killed_in_southern_Philippine_clash (Philippines) Authorities conduct diesel blast simulation as part of blast probe http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/storypage.aspx?StoryID=97880 (Sri Lanka) Airstrike kills Tamil rebel leader -- S.P. Tamilselvan http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071102/ap_on_re_as/sri_lanka_4;_ylt=AlQng.6LY9EczhWeRgiIlq4tM8oA (Sri Lanka) LTTE base bombed, 30 rebels killed in clashes http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1034875 (North Korea) US working with North Korea on terror list -- must first prove it is not engaged in terrorism before the country is removed from list of states sponsoring terrorism http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071102/ap_on_re_as/koreas_nuclear_3;_ylt=Ajxy7XBALS6BU6HIIXAvvrmCscEA North Korea may be nuclear-free early next year: US Envoy Hill http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071102/wl_asia_afp/nkoreanuclearweapons_071102104821;_ylt=ArHH0JbK3jj1rzcj_sALbQ.CscEA (North Korea) Sanctions to stay until North Korea disarms: US http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/theworld/2007/November/theworld_November47.xml§ion=theworld (New Zealand) Terror suspects named http://www.stuff.co.nz/4258421a25364.html (New Zealand) Terror suspect published terrorism book http://www.stuff.co.nz/4259383a25364.html (Nepal) Bomb blast in southern Nepal kills one, 5 injured http://www.hindustantimes.com/StoryPage/StoryPage.aspx?id=4921d939-5eed-460e-af41-e8470ed822a6&&Headline=Blast+in+Nepal+kills+one%2c+injures+5 Chinese military boosts hacking http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20071102/NATION/111020070/1002 Blog Reports: Al Qaeda Taking Over Taliban? http://mypetjawa.mu.nu/archives/189987.php Open Source Assessment of al Qaeda & Taliban http://mypetjawa.mu.nu/archives/189986.php Other News: (Iran) Judge rules beating victim guilty of 'evangelism' http://www.wnd.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=58460 Fatwas will be made available on Internet http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/November/middleeast_November16.xml§ion=middleeast&col= Bush disagrees with Rumsfeld comment on Muslims http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1192380715599&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull# (U.S.) Rumsfeld: In Sometimes-Brusque 'Snowflakes,' He Shared Worldview, Shaped Policy http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/10/31/AR2007103103095.html?sub=AR Report: "Naomi Campbell urging terrorists on!" http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=58477 (U.S.) Video: California Bank Refuses to Open Account for Muslim Woman Wearing Headscarf http://www.breitbart.tv/?p=7361 Video: Saudi Cleric Explains Proper Islamic Wife Beating to Teens http://littlegreenfootballs.com/weblog/?entry=27770_Video-_Saudi_Cleric_Explains_Proper_Islamic_Wife_Beating_to_Teens&only Against Nazi News: Germany starts work on permanent exhibit at site of Nazis' Gestapo, SS headquarters http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/02/europe/EU-GEN-Germany-Gestapo-Headquarters.php A Look at Europe's 'Identity, Tradition and Sovereignty' Group http://littlegreenfootballs.com/weblog/?entry=27771_A_Look_at_Europes_Identity_Tradition_and_Sovereignty_Group&only Peace Group to Mark Kristallnacht with Holocaust Denial Conference --- University of Oregon Pacifica Forum http://littlegreenfootballs.com/weblog/?entry=27768_Peace_Group_to_Mark_Kristallnacht_with_Holocaust_Denial_Conference&only November 1, 2007 PM Anti-Terrorism News Pakistan Polls and Growing Support for Islamism http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/11/pakistan_and_islamism.php (Pakistan) Militants gaining ground in Pakistan - Militant credits Al Qaeda for strength in northern Pakistan http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071101/ap_on_re_as/pakistan_militants_gain;_ylt=Aif085r16bmWxeLxVEVFwISs0NUE (Iran) Gates: Iran assured Iraq on weapons - U.S. Defense Secretary says Iran stopping flow of weapons into Iraq http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071101/ap_on_go_ca_st_pe/us_iraq;_ylt=Ao5.uzm_KxI._NNlcZOJim2s0NUE (Afghanistan) Foreign Taleban Rile Helmand Residents http://www.iwpr.net/?p=arr&s=f&o=340312&apc_state=henh Israel: Ready for harder military tactics http://www.isn.ethz.ch/news/sw/details.cfm?id=18305 (Israel) IDF uncovers 7 tunnels in Gaza http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1192380708295&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/02/africa/ME-GEN-Israel-Gaza-Tunnels.php (UK) Britain's 30-year war on terror http://www.thesun.co.uk/sol/homepage/news/article407904.ece (U.S.) Fact Sheet: National Strategy for Information Sharing http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2007/10/20071031-10.html - White House press release - download strategy http://www.whitehouse.gov/nsc/infosharing/index.html (Africa) The Horn of Africa in Decline http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/11/the_horn_of_africa_in_decline.php Japan orders navy ships home from Afghan mission http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071101/ts_nm/japan_afghan_dc November 1, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News (Iraq) Bombs kill 16 around Baghdad -- two US soldiers in Ninevah, five by roadside bomb in Binouk, six by roadside bomb in Balad Ruz, five in Sadiyah http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071101/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq_071029195273;_ylt=Aux0g0VodgT6ifMTr7iOl7RX6GMA Iraqi troops detain 73 suspected insurgents; US finds weapons stash http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/01/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq-Raids.php (Iraq) U.S. attack helicopter opens fire south of Baghdad; Iraqi police say 3 officers killed http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/01/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq-Airstrike.php (Iraq) Tribal leaders seek Gates help in expanding Al-Anbar police http://afp.google.com/article/ALeqM5gFqgUq46ahHNGPbn-tf24iT9LOyQ Turkey: Any attack on Iraq not invasion http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071101/ap_on_re_mi_ea/turkey_iraq_2;_ylt=AnQCN5t8fZ1aA91T4Lr7JVdX6GMA Turkey denies closing air space to northern Iraq flights http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071101/wl_mideast_afp/turkeykurdsunrestiraqaviation_071101105004;_ylt=AsFeJDOIECssDDuMZ9yWU1VX6GMA U.S. provides Turkey 'actionable intelligence' on PKK http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20071101/FOREIGN/111010021/1003 PKK: Turkish prisoners in 'good health' as border clashes continue http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1497567688 Afghanistan: Taliban plans new assault in the north -- Mansour Dadullah http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1500741555 Taliban commander Mansour Dadullah says group cooperates with al-Qaida in Iraq, Afghanistan http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/31/africa/ME-GEN-Taliban-Video.php (Afghanistan) Fifty more Taliban killed in western Afghanistan: police -- 20 in Gulistan district, 30 in Bakwa district, also 5 soldiers and 7 police killed in Gulistan http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071101/wl_sthasia_afp/afghanistanunrest_071101074105;_ylt=AoME4e19VrWLd2KxOkX1OPbOVooA (Afghanistan) Major operation against Taliban over, says Afghan governor http://www.earthtimes.org/articles/show/134557.html (Afghanistan) Multiple attacks in Afghanistan (my title) -- Taliban attack kills 5 police in Nad Ali, 6 police killed in western Farah, 14 Afghan troops missing, 2 children killed in raid on militant - militant used civilian home as cover http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071101/ap_on_re_as/afghanistan_25;_ylt=ApWpygihwzYpnl8lewoIpgvOVooA (Pakistan) Suicide blast kills eight -- suicide bomber in Sargodha attacked Pakistani air force bus http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071101/ts_afp/pakistanpolitics_071101104544;_ylt=AqiWUY5_BxSd1yQQJ_Y2XRrzPukA (Pakistan) Scores dead after Pakistan fighting 70 militants dead in Pakistan -- battles continue in Swat -- 800 killed in militant-linked violence and 22 suicide bombings in past 4 months http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071101/wl_nm/pakistan_suicide_dc_7;_ylt=Ap0Ln2vvg8uheQ0fzebOZBXzPukA (Pakistan) Swat truce collapses http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\11\01\story_1-11-2007_pg1_1 (Pakistan) Talks only if militants lay down arms: NWFP's caretaker Chief Minister Shamsul Mulk http://www.dawn.com/2007/11/01/top6.htm Pakistan militants firm on Sharia -- law for all of Pakistan http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/south_asia/7070640.stm (Pakistan) Less than Half of Pakistani Public Supports Attacking Al Qaeda, Cracking Down on Fundamentalists http://www.worldpublicopinion.org/pipa/articles/home_page/424.php?lb=hmpg1&pnt=424&nid=&id= -- Poll Questionnaire/Methodology (PDF) http://www.worldpublicopinion.org/pipa/pdf/oct07/PakAlQaeda_Oct07_quaire.pdf 'Most Pakistanis oppose force against Qaeda' http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\11\01\story_1-11-2007_pg7_4 These attitudes may also reflect Pakistani sympathy for at least some Islamist goals. A substantial 60 percent majority believes that "Sharia should play a larger role in Pakistan law" than it does now. Only 26 percent say it should play the same role (15 percent) or a smaller role (11 percent) and 15 percent do not answer. (Pakistan) Urban Pakistanis split on militants http://news.yahoo.com/s/csm/20071031/wl_csm/omiddlepak_1 (Pakistan) Bhutto leaves for Dubai amid rumors of emergency http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/November/subcontinent_November24.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071101/ap_on_re_as/pakistan_210;_ylt=AkUE_mBs1O5or12.qlIGJZPzPukA (Pakistan) Al Qaeda's resurgence a self-fulfilling US prophesy -- former ISI head General Ehsanul Haq http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007%5C11%5C01%5Cstory_1-11-2007_pg7_20 (India) Samjhauta blasts suspect identified -- said to be member of Lashkar-e-Taiba http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/India/Samjhauta_blasts_suspect_identified/articleshow/2507016.cms (India) Three Naxals arrested for Chilkhadih massacre http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Three_Naxals_arrested_for_Chilkhadih_massacre/articleshow/2506271.cms (India Assam) 'Demoralized' ULFA has jihadi links: Assam chief minister http://news.webindia123.com/news/Articles/India/20071101/810513.html (India Assam) 68 militants surrender in Assam http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Sixty-eight_militants_surrender_in_Assam/articleshow/2509175.cms US writer Rachel Ehrenfeld fights UK judge gagging order on al-Qaeda claims -- regarding Saudi Sheikh Khalid bin Mahfouz http://entertainment.timesonline.co.uk/tol/arts_and_entertainment/books/article2781336.ece (Iran) Senior U.S. official warns Iran it faces heightened sanctions if defiance continues http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/01/europe/EU-GEN-Nuclear-Agency-US-Iran.php Iran warns Europe against sanctions http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071101/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iran_nuclear_1;_ylt=AomXwk3Xz9_aYEc.Pb_3uZJSw60A (Iran) Six powers will meet in London to discuss Iran's nuclear program http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071101/wl_mideast_afp/iranbritainnuclearpoliticsundiplomacy_071101115127;_ylt=AqTjNJdTgOMOyQH_9PWBbQZSw60A (Iran) Russia and China block tough Iran sanctions: U.S. http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071101/ts_nm/iran_nuclear_dc_19;_ylt=Anxe159l2_c3FkoFs5iAofFSw60A (Iran) Rafsanjani warns Iran of 'unprecedented' US threats http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071101/wl_mideast_afp/iranuspoliticsmilitary_071101115658;_ylt=AmJrb5lZKUyr3bsMfQDSFYxSw60A Iran bank chief warns Ahmadinejad on money supply http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071101/wl_mideast_afp/iraneconomyinflationmoney_071101115416;_ylt=Al57PxNs9YgZ14LbGOcv1cVSw60A (Lebanon) Nasrallah backs release of former security chiefs after meeting lawyers http://www.dailystar.com.lb/article.asp?edition_id=1&categ_id=2&article_id=86438 (Lebanon) Army finds bodies of two Fatah al-Islam militants under Nahr al-Bared rubble http://www.dailystar.com.lb/article.asp?edition_id=1&categ_id=2&article_id=86437 Al-Sharq Al-Awsat Editor: After U.S. Withdrawal [from Iraq], Gulf Will Be 'Under the Siege of the Islamic Revolution and Under the Pressure of Syrian Meddling' http://memri.org/bin/latestnews.cgi?ID=SD175607 (Gaza) Despite similar ideologies, small Islamic Jihad proving to be nuisance to Hamas http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/01/africa/ME-GEN-Palestinians-Islamic-Rivalry.php (Israel) IDF targets terror cell near central Gaza security fence http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1192380708103&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Israeli forces arrest Hamas leader in Nablus -- Omar Al-Tairawi http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1034588 (Israel) Heavy rocket barrage hits Sderot http://www.ynetnews.com/articles/0,7340,L-3466519,00.html Israel confirms firing of 12 Palestinian missiles at S.Israel http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1034663 Fatah gunmen threaten to fire hundreds of rockets at Israel http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1192380708295&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Hamas setting stage for West Bank seizure -- Leader vows U.S.-backed Fatah 'will fall in a matter of weeks at most' http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=58451 (Yemen) U.S. fumes over Cole suspect's pardon -- Yemen's handling of Cole bomber stuns Bush antiterror chief -- U.S. officials "deeply skeptical" regarding Jamal al-Badawi's status, despite Yemen claims he is in custody http://www.newsweek.com/id/67336 Somalia: Up to 90,000 flee capital after clashes http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1500741053 (Somalia) US military tracking ships hijacked by Somali pirates http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/01/africa/AF-GEN-US-Somalia-Pirates.php (Russia) Suspect in Russia bus bomb blast identified http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071101/wl_nm/russia_bus_explosion_dc_6;_ylt=Al5PvaWta2NrCqxQ8W1HhNJ_5GIA Chechen rebel urges global jihad -- Doku Umarov calls for Jihad against Russia, USA, UK, Israel, and around the world http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/world/europe/7072225.stm http://www.rferl.org/featuresarticle/2007/11/cb5cbb01-fd76-4e85-af8a-3bec1baf4ec2.html Canadian Omar Khadr's lawyer says barred from Guantanamo trial -- because of a dispute with military defense lawyers http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071031/ts_nm/guantanamo_canadian_dc_1;_ylt=AuQ8HOE.6sSO4SUcMZa8etoTv5UB (Spain) Victims' fury at 'feeble' Madrid bombing sentences: 191 dead, thousands of victims - but the 'mastermind' is cleared http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/europe/article2781588.ece (UK) Scotland: Glasgow - Anti-terrorism operation launched -- commuters being searched http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/scotland/glasgow_and_west/7072882.stm (UK) Curfews for terror suspects should not exceed 12 hours, law lords rule -- including two terror suspects on the run http://business.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/politics/article2781091.ece (UK) Terror suspects given the right to roam http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/11/01/nlords101.xml -- Four terror suspects who went on the run http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/11/01/nlords201.xml UK's History of a troubled policy on terror http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/11/01/nlords301.xml (UK) Trainer makes light of July 7 bombs -- Mohammed Hamid recording http://www.theargus.co.uk/news/localnews/display.var.1802225.0.trainer_makes_light_of_july_7_bombs.php (UK) Metropolitan Police found guilty over shooting of innocent Brazilian John Charles de Menezes http://www.dailymail.co.uk/pages/live/articles/news/news.html?in_article_id=491123&in_page_id=1770&ct=5 (Indonesia) Condemned Bali bombers 'regret' killing Muslims http://afp.google.com/article/ALeqM5h0t2FdP5vTU84mU7uPOlrPWwx0bQ (Australia) ASIO hires more lawyers for war on terror http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,22684551-1702,00.html (Sri Lanka) 14 rebels killed in new Sri Lanka fighting, jets pound training base, military says http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/01/asia/AS-GEN-Sri-Lanka-Civil-War.php (Sri Lanka) In Sri Lanka, war dead don't add up http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071101/wl_sthasia_afp/srilankaunrestmilitarycasualties_071101110833;_ylt=AmRgcK1YoE2bgf1Eu_qHoRUtM8oA (North Korea) US team in North Korea to begin disabling nuclear facilities http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071101/ts_afp/nkoreanuclearweapons_071101103209;_ylt=AkeW6SdGcn2TSiIlwzQG.TKCscEA China holds anti-terrorist drill at Shanghai port to enhance security for Olympics http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/01/asia/AS-GEN-OLY-China-Terrorism-Drill.php (New Zealand) Accused face terrorism charges http://tvnz.co.nz/view/page/536641/1424837 (New Zealand) Rally for those caught in NZ anti-terror raids http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,22685953-1702,00.html Al Qaeda Hacker Attack Scheduled To Begin November 11th -- an Israeli news site claims Bin Laden's cyber legions are retaliating against Western surveillance programs http://www.informationweek.com/news/showArticle.jhtml?articleID=202800885 http://www.dvorak.org/blog/?p=14336 Cyber Jihad warning overhyped, say security experts http://www.computerworlduk.com/management/security/cybercrime/news/index.cfm?RSS&NewsId=5963 Experts skeptical of alleged Nov. 11 cyber jihad http://www.infoworld.com/article/07/10/31/Experts-skeptical-of-alleged-November-11-cyber-jihad_1.html?source=rss&url=http://www.infoworld.com/article/07/10/31/Experts-skeptical-of-alleged-November-11-cyber-jihad_1.html Other News: (UK) Teachers ordered to dress up as Muslims http://www.dailymail.co.uk/pages/live/articles/news/news.html?in_article_id=490863&in_page_id=1770 Germany: Iranian education http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/11/germany-iranian-education.html Denmark: When the media has no story http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/10/denmark-when-media-has-no-story.html Against Nazi News: (Serbia) Concert at WWII Nazi camp sparks shame http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1192380712085&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (U.S.) Swastika found on Jewish professor's door at Columbia University http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1192380706025&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Germany) Vast Nazi-era archive allows online requests for information from victims http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/11/01/europe/EU-GEN-Germany-Nazi-Archive.php Vlaams Belang and the US White Supremacist Cesspool http://littlegreenfootballs.com/weblog/?entry=27758_Vlaams_Belang_and_the_US_White_Supremacist_Cesspool&only October 31, 2007 PM Anti-Terrorism News (Iraq) United States Troops Rescue 19-year-old from Al Qaeda Prison http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/432434/united_states_troops_rescue_19yearold.html (Iraq) Sources: U.S. spy planes watching Iraqi-Turkish border http://www.cnn.com/2007/WORLD/meast/10/31/iraq.turkey/index.html?iref=mpstoryview Iraq vows to block supplies to Kurdish rebels http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/21563336/ (Afghanistan) UN: Opium surge to hit Afghan neighbors http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071031/ap_on_re_as/afghan_drugs_2;_ylt=AuH84AcQV2Jvg6rBPWpKspfOVooA Pakistan: Top level talks with pro-Taliban militants in a bid to end north-west clashes http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1496669609 (Iran) Millions of Iranians ready for martyrdom: Ahmadinejad http://www.iranfocus.com/modules/news/article.php?storyid=12984 US court to revisit case on detention of Qaeda suspect -- Qatari national Ali Saleh Kahlah al-Marri http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071031/pl_afp/usattacksjustice_071031195311;_ylt=AuOeiNVvfTd8qWBI6BWjaicwuecA (U.S.) Jury clears ex-prosecutor in conspiracy case stemming from handling of terrorism trial http://www.klas-tv.com/Global/story.asp?S=7293000&nav=menu102_2 Sri Lanka drops military news censorship plan, official says http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/31/asia/AS-GEN-Sri-Lanka-Censorship.php (New Zealand) Protests expected as 16 held in terror swoop face court http://www.nzherald.co.nz/category/story.cfm?c_id=340&objectid=10473308 Other News: 'Islamophobia' Used to Crush Muslim Dissent, Panel Says http://www.crosswalk.com/news/11558230/ (U.S.) Fake FTC e-mails contain virus attack, agency warns http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071031/ap_on_hi_te/techbit_ftc_bogus_e_mail October 31, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News (Iraq) US military: 3 al-Qaida-linked militants killed in clash in the northern city of Kirkuk http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/31/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq-Raids-2nd-Ld-Writethru.php (Iraq) Improvised bomb kills three US soldiers in Iraqi capital http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1034146 Iraqi military: Mass grave containing the remains of 16 in mass graves in a Sunni-dominated area http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/31/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq-Mass-Grave.php (Iraq) Britain confirms it will turn over security in Basra province to Iraqis in mid-December http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/31/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq-Britain.php (Iraq) Attacks in Iraq Continue to Decline -- Positive News in GAO's Report Is Tempered by Criticism of U.S. Strategy http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/10/30/AR2007103001276.html Turkish army confirms 15 Kurdish rebels killed near Iraq border http://en.rian.ru/world/20071031/86096182.html Turkey accuses Iraqi Kurds of harboring 'terrorists' http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071031/wl_afp/turkeykurdsunrest_071031110858;_ylt=AoJvSc9o0mDVMtzC4hcY_ddX6GMA (Afghanistan) 250 'Taliban surrounded' outside Kandahar; 50 militants said killed, hundreds of civilians flee http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/31/asia/AS-GEN-Afghan-Violence.php http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071031/ap_on_re_as/afghanistan_12;_ylt=AoeIiOZamBEwxLZ2IvONocbOVooA (Afghanistan) Several militants killed in Afghan clashes -- in Ghazni and Kunar provinces http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071031/wl_sthasia_afp/afghanistanunrest_071031064603;_ylt=AnjZCZtMq9qS88rUxuylbGLOVooA Russia bus bomb kills 8, injures 43 -- in Togliatti http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071031/wl_nm/russia_bus_explosion_dc_4;_ylt=AnNuEA2wYmgSwRwIiobXzbkTv5UB (Russia) Yield of bomb blast on Togliatti bus measured 2 kg of TNT http://www.itar-tass.com/eng/level2.html?NewsID=12023334&PageNum=0 Russian judiciary starts terrorism enquiry after bomb http://www.earthtimes.org/articles/show/133724.html (Spain) Accused Madrid bomb mastermind acquitted -- 7 acquitted, including alleged mastermind Rabei Osman, 4 lead defendants guilty of murder http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071031/ap_on_re_eu/spain_terror_trial http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/S/SPAIN_TERROR_TRIAL?SITE=AP&SECTION=HOME&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT&CTIME=2007-10-31-07-46-24 (Spain) Judge finds 21 guilty of Madrid bombings http://ca.today.reuters.com/news/NewsArticle.aspx?type=topNews&storyID=uri:2007-10-31T121649Z_01_L3084913_RTRIDST_0_NEWS-SPAIN-TRIAL-COL.XML&pageNumber=0&summit= (Spain) Madrid victims get damages of up to 1.5 million euros http://news.monstersandcritics.com/europe/news/article_1370115.php/Madrid_victims_get_damages_of_up_to_1.5_million_euros__1st_Lead_ (Pakistan) Gunships resume attacks in northwest Pakistan -- in Swat http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071031/wl_asia_afp/pakistanunrest_071031114033;_ylt=AhaLqdmPSGUu7mbnGeZtgjrzPukA (Pakistan) Two killed as shell hits hotel in Pakistan - in Miranshah http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071031/wl_sthasia_afp/pakistanafghanistanunrest_071031073023;_ylt=AiG1Nv0xos_Om1BgtCVACXbzPukA http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1034254 (Pakistan) Four security officials killed in Bannu blast http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\10\31\story_31-10-2007_pg7_6 Pakistan sees Al-Qaeda and Taliban link to blast near Musharraf HQ -- in Rawalpindi http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071031/wl_asia_afp/pakistanattacksblast_071031112723;_ylt=ArCwJGyYSggmjwf309BoAOXzPukA (Pakistan) Dara Adam Khel becoming base for local Taliban http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\10\31\story_31-10-2007_pg7_13 (Pakistan) Local Taliban claims to hand over 20 bodies of Security Officials to Govt http://paktribune.com/news/index.shtml?193252 (Pakistan) Some Pakistan politicians are 'supporting' terrorism: Federal Information Minister Muhammad Ali Durrani http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\10\31\story_31-10-2007_pg7_14 (Pakistan) Extremism in Pakistan as much a threat to it as to neighbors: US http://paktribune.com/news/index.shtml?193233 (Pakistan) Multiple conflicts bleed Pakistan army -- "high" casualty rate as well as "unprecedented" levels of desertions, suicides and discharge applications http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/India/Multiple_conflicts_bleed_Pak_army/articleshow/2503763.cms (Pakistan) Military in mufti as army becomes main target of suicide bombers -- army urged not to wear uniforms in public http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/asia/article2774183.ece (Pakistan) U.S. and Pakistan: A frayed alliance -- As military efforts falter, trust suffers http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/21554161/ http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2007/10/31/pakistans_military_aid_missing_target/7488/ http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/10/30/AR2007103002395.html Pakistan judge to probe Bhutto blast case http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Pak_judge_to_probe_Bhutto_blast_case/articleshow/2505941.cms (India J&K) Top Hizbul Mujaheedin militant killed, 2 policemen injured in J&K http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Top_Hizb_militant_killed_2_policemen_injured_in_JK/articleshow/2505873.cms (India) Seven guerrillas arrested in NE India -- in Manipur http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1034398 (U.S.) Al Qaeda expected to target economy -- shifting toward "small and medium-sized operations in the hopes of draining U.S. resources and economy" http://washingtontimes.com/article/20071031/FOREIGN/110310059/1003 (U.S.) Liberty City Seven Trial: Expert: Miami group ready for holy war http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/terrorism_investigation;_ylt=Ane8iIS.eBMGSSGtzrAB0aATv5UB http://www.kvia.com/Global/story.asp?S=7288799 http://www.miamiherald.com/news/breaking_dade/story/290069.html (U.S.) Judge in Fort Dix case criticizes flier http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071031/ap_on_re_us/fort_dix_plot_1;_ylt=Aq7CmCM1FitBUkNkR_.FloATv5UB (U.S.) CIA director defends rendition program as "lawful" http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071031/pl_afp/usciaprisonrendition_071031073732;_ylt=Aguno6vPlCOyfSrSGmkYpiMTv5UB (U.S.) Emory University: Ashrawi defends Hizbullah and Hamas http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1192380686285&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (U.S.) Jury begins deliberating in ex-prosecutor's conspiracy case in Detroit terrorism trial http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/31/america/NA-GEN-US-Terror-Trial-Prosecutor.php (U.S.) Commentary: Homegrown Radicalism in the United States http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/10/homegrown_radicalism_in_the_un.php http://www.washingtoninstitute.org/templateC07.php?CID=367 (Iran) Report: US has no plan to attack Iran: White House http://www.dawn.com/2007/10/31/top16.htm Iran warns U.S. of "quagmire" http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071031/wl_nm/iran_nuclear_dc_11;_ylt=An7SE6QVYAzCxGjf3fw.ljhSw60A (Iran) Report: Nukes not biggest Iran-U.S. threat http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2007/10/31/report_nukes_not_biggest_iranus_threat/1785/ (Lebanon) U.N. told Hezbollah arsenal has tripled http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2007/10/31/un_told_hezbollah_arsenal_has_tripled/6571/ http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1192380701027&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Lebanon) Hariri says he has evidence of Syrian assassination plots http://www.dailystar.com.lb/article.asp?edition_id=1&categ_id=2&article_id=86414 Syria denies claim by Lebanon's parliament majority leader it is plotting to assassinate him http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/31/africa/ME-GEN-Syria-Lebanon.php Hamas leaders in West Bank distance themselves from Gaza activists who say Abbas will fall http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/31/africa/ME-GEN-Palestinians-Hamas.php (Gaza) Blast in Gaza damages salon, no injuries -- bomb near entrance - ongoing Islamist intimidation against salons, Internet cafes, cigarette shops http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1034207 (Gaza) IAF kills four Hamas men in Gaza strike http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1192380694866&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Israel) Suspected terrorist arrested with weapons near Tomb of the Patriarchs http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1192380701005&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Yemen's Truce with al Qaeda http://www.weeklystandard.com/Check.asp?idArticle=14290&r=rbfed (Yemen) US urges Yemen to make Al-Qaeda operative serve full sentence http://afp.google.com/article/ALeqM5iYpQXGtK0-yLEc7FO89R9cZiDXOg (Somalia) Gunmen killed as Koreans repel attack off Somalia http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071031/wl_nm/somalia_piracy_dc_1;_ylt=AqC0lH5bf4Kniz4oZbBu6PiQLIUD (Somalia) Reuters Interview - Exiled Somali Islamist leader backs insurgents http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/RWB.NSF/db900SID/LRON-78HJA8?OpenDocument Nigerian military: Navy vessel attacked by gunmen on troubled region coast http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/31/africa/AF-GEN-Nigeria-Oil-Unrest.php (Canada) Al-Qaeda fighter 'arbitrarily detained' by CSIS: report -- Mohammed Mansour Jabarah http://www.canada.com/nationalpost/news/story.html?id=1c3c2036-bc39-40a9-a244-9d08aa4a5425&k=50351 (Netherlands) Five freed on jihad charges -- female defendant sentenced to one month in jail for spreading provocative texts http://www.dutchnews.nl/news/archives/2007/10/five_freed_on_jihad_charges.php (UK) Paintball 'training for jihad' http://news.scotsman.com/uk.cfm?id=1734752007 (UK) House of Lords restricts government curfew powers for terrorism suspects http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/31/europe/EU-GEN-Britain-Terror-Laws.php http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/10/31/ncontrol131.xml U.K.'s Top Court Orders Review of 9 Terrorism 'Control Orders' http://www.bloomberg.com/apps/news?pid=20601102&sid=a4lgQ7aGzldU&refer=uk (UK) Police stop-and-search cases increase by more than a third after 7/7 http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/uk/crime/article2774372.ece (UK) Muslim groups get 70 million pounds in government funds to tackle extremism http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/uk/article2778010.ece (Azerbaijan) U.S., British embassies in Azerbaijan reopen after thwarted terrorist attack http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/31/europe/EU-GEN-Azerbaijan-Embassies.php (Thailand) Series of bombs rock Narathiwat; 5 wounded http://www.bangkokpost.com/breaking_news/previousdetail.php?id=123154 (Thailand) More Thai troops to head south as nine people killed -- Tuesday update http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071030/wl_asia_afp/thailandsouthunresttoll_071030145534;_ylt=Ao9Q.eSZbhmG4L_mJtMlcaHuNREB (Philippines) MILF expects to sign accord on territory http://newsinfo.inquirer.net/breakingnews/nation/view_article.php?article_id=98005 (Philippines) Binay to order independent probe on Makati mall blast http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/storypage.aspx?StoryId=97638 (Philippines) Police blame 'negligence' for Philippine mall explosion http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071031/wl_asia_afp/philippinesblastpolice_071031054319;_ylt=Aup3qVs189qswmMBO1Rw92JUKYUA Sri Lanka imposes censorship on war reporting http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071031/wl_sthasia_afp/srilankamediacensorship_071031121059;_ylt=Aubp7JMOv0o49BofjOKfIoYtM8oA Sri Lankan military: 7 Tamil rebels killed in separate clashes in north http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/31/asia/AS-GEN-Sri-Lanka-Civil-War.php (Sri Lanka) 16 LTTE rebels, among 22, killed in clashes in Sri Lanka http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1034393 (North Korea) U.S. team to help North Korea nuclear disabling http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/korea_north_nuclear_dc;_ylt=AqxXLp75tFM35hSmw6qwWOOCscEA (New Zealand) Terror raid suspects appealing court decision http://www.stuff.co.nz/4256940a10.html Other News: (Denmark) Jerusalem Grand Mufti condemns Danish People's Party http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/10/jerusalem-grand-mufti-condemns-danish.html (Egypt) In Interview, Egyptian Mufti Ali Gum'a Questioned On Treatment of Women in Islam, Blames 'Secularists' For Terrorism Worldwide http://memri.org/bin/latestnews.cgi?ID=SD175507 (UK) Row over suicide bomber TV drama http://entertainment.timesonline.co.uk/tol/arts_and_entertainment/tv_and_radio/article2753853.ece (UK) Migrant jobs fiasco: Official estimate goes from 800,000 to 1.5m in 24 hours http://www.dailymail.co.uk/pages/live/articles/news/news.html?in_article_id=490319&in_page_id=1770&ct=5 (U.S.) Youngster confesses to starting California fire -- one of about two dozen fires http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Youngster_confesses_to_starting_California_fire/articleshow/2505234.cms Blog Reports: DEBKAfile Exclusive: Al Qaeda declares Cyber Jihad on the West -- attacks to begin on Sunday, November 11 http://www.debka.com/headline.php?hid=4723 Report: Al Qaeda Declares Internet Jihad http://mypetjawa.mu.nu/archives/189958.php http://www.nationalterroralert.com/updates/2007/10/31/bin-ladens-followers-planning-electronic-jihad-cyber-terror-attack-on-1111/ Report: Information on latest Jihad plan to attack cyperspace http://www.marksaves.com/2007/10/30/information-on-latest-jihad-plan-to-attack-cyperspace-is-your-computer-privacy-ready/ Richard Gere helped Hamas win power? Terror group thanks U.S. actor for urging Palestinians to vote http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=58413 Against-Nazi News: (Germany) Homes raided in crackdown on neo-Nazi music http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=26&story_id=45457 October 30, 2007 PM Anti-Terrorism News (Afghanistan) Over 60 killed as Taliban overrun Afghan district - update http://www.earthtimes.org/articles/show/133255.html Iraqi Terror Trial Exposes Belgium’s Muslim Dilemma - 6 accused of recruiting Europe's first female suicide bomber http://www.jamestown.org/terrorism/news/article.php?articleid=2373752 (Iraq) Non-combat injuries, illnesses are No. 1 hazard in Iraq http://news.yahoo.com/s/mcclatchy/20071030bcusiraqcombatstressevacuations_attn_national_foreign_editors_ytop;_ylt=AsUaaU6cW37g1V3oJk_zXzms0NUE (Iraq) US death toll in Iraq lower in October http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071030/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq;_ylt=AsNDsYFALt8pWassw3ChAqus0NUE (Iraq) Tribal sheiks unperturbed by kidnapping, vow to continue al-Qaida fight http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/30/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq-Freeing-the-Sheiks.php (Iraq) UK welcomes Basra handover date - Iraq will take control in December http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/7069963.stm Kurdish terror and the West http://washingtontimes.com/article/20071030/EDITORIAL/110300004/1013/editorial (U.S.) The Holy Land Foundation: Misinformation about Material Support http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/10/the_holy_land_foundation_misin.php (Somalia) U.S. Navy warship pursuing hijacked vessel off Somalia http://www.estripes.com/article.asp?section=104&article=49910 Hezbollah Expands in North Lebanon, Away From UN Peacekeepers http://www.bloomberg.com/apps/news?pid=20601087&sid=a61ZA5X6NH8E&refer=home (India) Four "terror suspects" held in Surat released http://www.hindu.com/thehindu/holnus/002200710301969.htm (Gaza) Palestinian tunnelers were Army of Islam - police -- planned to enter Israel to carry out suicide attacks http://africa.reuters.com/wire/news/usnL30441062.html Syria accused of plot to kill Lebanon PM - Saad Hariri claims Syria behind plot to kill him and prime minister http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071030/ap_on_re_mi_ea/lebanon_syria Spanish police detain seven ETA supporters - Accused of making explosives to attack police officers, buildings, railways, buses http://www.earthtimes.org/articles/show/133076.html (New Zealand) Six new discrimination complaints over anti-terror raids http://www.stuff.co.nz/4255580a10.html (New Zealand) Judge bans details of terror raid hearing http://www.stuff.co.nz/4255973a11.html Japan set to end Afghan mission despite global appeals http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071030/wl_sthasia_afp/japanpoliticsmilitaryusafghanistan_071030143401 http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/asia/article2772697.ece Kyrgyz Interior Ministry claims slain journalist was linked to Islamic militants http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/30/asia/AS-GEN-Kyrgyzstan-Slain-Journalist.php Other News: Indonesia Muslims call sect 'heretical' -- Al Qiyadah Al Islamiyah sect - particularly its view that Hajj, fasting and the five daily prayers are not compulsory http://www.religionandspirituality.com/currentEvents/view.php?StoryID=20071030-123503-3107r (U.S.) Florida: Young Muslim women in Broward wearing scarves to express faith http://www.sun-sentinel.com/news/local/broward/sfl-flbhijab1029nboct29,0,6004271.story October 30, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News (Iraq) Four Iraqis including two policemen killed in northern Iraq -- in Kirkuk and Mosul, bombing in Barima http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1033700 Iraq: 'Afghan al-Qaeda man' killed in army raid -- Abu Tayeb al-Karbuli http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1491685934 Iraq bill would lift contractor immunity http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071030/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq_security_contractors Iraqi Kurds reject 'orders' from Ankara, Turkey pounds rebels -- Mount Cudi area http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071030/wl_mideast_afp/turkeykurdsunrest_071030112543;_ylt=AifnBAXMtYYIiG44aSLc2qpX6GMA http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071030/ap_on_re_mi_ea/turkey_iraq_85;_ylt=AgWUoZ6hHVCuQrPBMw62JYdX6GMA Turkish helicopters attack Kurd rebels - Turkish Cobras blasted suspected targets near Iraq http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071030/ap_on_re_mi_ea/turkey_iraq;_ylt=AuhQNti70UOT7R3eQZwi3bis0NUE Iraq warns Turkey against major invasion http://www.turkishdailynews.com.tr/article.php?enewsid=87182 (Afghanistan) Taliban overrun Afghani district - 20 Taliban killed and wounded - Gulistan district of Farah province http://www.news.com.au/couriermail/story/0,23739,22678055-5003402,00.html (Afghanistan) Coalition soldier, Afghan spy chief killed -- 6 killed -- 2 soldier in Kandahar, security chief and two others in Langhman province http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071030/wl_sthasia_afp/afghanistanunrest_071030112826;_ylt=AqjYA7k5tDutrlgIyxOmFy7OVooA (Afghanistan) Foreign fighters of violent bent bolster Taliban http://www.iht.com/articles/2007/10/30/asia/30afghan.php http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2007/10/30/foreign_fighters_strengthen_taliban/2203/ (Pakistan) Suicide blast kills seven near Musharraf's HQ -- in Rawalpindi -- half a mile from where Musharraf holding security talks http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071030/ts_afp/pakistanattacksblast_071030103307;_ylt=Avjmx3jSIbWtegii86CL9qjzPukA http://paktribune.com/news/index.shtml?193224 (Pakistan) Thousands flee Pakistan militant clashes -- in Swat http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071030/wl_asia_afp/pakistanunrest_071030074217;_ylt=An1xzZVFdbCZy4KqFE3z3FnzPukA (Pakistan) Foreigners behind Swat unrest: NWFP Governor Orakzai http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\10\30\story_30-10-2007_pg7_1 (Pakistan) Explosion outside NGO office in northern Pakistan wounds 6 -- in Battgram district http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1033767 (Pakistan) Islamabad put on high alert -- reports that suicide bombers entered city http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/World/Pakistan/Islamabad_put_on_high_alert/articleshow/2500664.cms (Pakistan) Less than Half of Pakistani Public Supports Attacking Al Qaeda, Cracking Down on Fundamentalists http://newspostindia.com/report-20984 Pakistan's problem child recites the Koran -- influence of madrassas grown 20 times since 1971 http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/10/28/wpak228.xml (Pakistan) Bhutto attack investigation: Suspicious man seen in Oct 18 rally also present in Larkana http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\10\30\story_30-10-2007_pg1_6 (Pakistan) US State Dept rejects doomsday reports on Pakistan http://www.dawn.com/2007/10/30/top6.htm (India J&K) Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) commander killed in J&K encounter http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/India/JeM_commander_killed_in_JK_encounter/articleshow/2501496.cms (India) Eight get life for India Muslim massacre http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/October/subcontinent_October1058.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (India) Naxals kill 5 policemen in Chhattisgarh's Bijapur district http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Naxals_kill_5_policemen_in_Chhattisgarhs_Bijapur_district/articleshow/2503199.cms (U.S.) Frozen assets: US has crimped Al Qaeda funds http://www.csmonitor.com/2007/1030/p01s07-usgn.html -- Seizure of terror suspect funds questioned http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2007/10/30/seizure_of_terror_suspect_funds_questioned/1622/ (U.S.) What an Anti-Terrorism Law Bans -- on HLF Trial - Michael Kraft http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/10/29/AR2007102901847.html (U.S.) Colombians plead guilty to terror charges - material support to FARC http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2007/10/29/colombians_plead_guilty_to_terror_charges/5896/ (U.S. / Columbia) Payoffs from US firms fuel Colombian terror, activists say http://www.usatoday.com/money/world/2007-10-29-chiquita-terrorists-colombia_N.htm (U.S.) EPA urges nuclear licensing authority to consider terrorism in decision on NY power plants http://wbztv.com/nationalwire/IndianPoint/resources_news_html (U.S.) Report: Islamist bulletin boards advocated arson before California blazes http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=58401 (U.S.) Linking Terror on the Trail -- Republicans Point To Islam, Democrats Take Different Tone http://online.wsj.com/public/article/SB119361727562474380.html (U.S.) New Report from NEFA Foundation: "The Muslim Brotherhood in the United States" http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/10/new_report_from_nefa_foundatio_2.php Iran defiant ahead of nuclear talks with Russia http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071030/wl_nm/iran_russia_dc_4;_ylt=Ag1XLyumb9.cdft8RIAes6ZSw60A (Iran) US: Iran seeks nuclear weapons -- tells IAEA's Mohamed ElBaradei to stay out of diplomacy http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071030/wl_mideast_afp/usirannuclearpoliticswhouse_071029173801;_ylt=Akbo20m5cex6VL0cFTyEhx5Sw60A (Iran) Analysts: New Iran Sanctions Unlikely To Impact Oil Output, International Companies -- Victor Comras quoted http://money.cnn.com/news/newsfeeds/articles/djhighlights/200710291226DOWJONESDJONLINE000482.htm (Iran) China against sanctions to resolve Iran nuclear issue http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1192380688896&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Iran summons EU presidency envoy over statement http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071030/wl_nm/iran_eu_protest_dc (Lebanon) TV Channel Affiliated with Lebanese Parliamentary Speaker Nabih Beri in Show on Protocols of the Elders of Zion http://memri.org/bin/latestnews.cgi?ID=SD175407 (Israel) Palestinian Islamic Jihad enabler sent to 7 years in prison -- Husam Hafez Suaftma convicted of purchasing fertilizer for his brother to create explosives http://www.ynetnews.com/articles/0,7340,L-3465750,00.html (Israel) Barak says large-scale operation in Gaza approaching http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/30/africa/ME-GEN-Israel-Gaza.php (Israel) Improvised pipe bombs explode in east Jerusalem http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1192380686683&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Israel) Two Kassams strike western Negev http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1192380686838&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Yemen) U.S. officials visit Cole bomber http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20071030/FOREIGN/110300057/1001 Africa: Continent At High Risk of Terror Raids http://allafrica.com/stories/200710292078.html Somalia: Yusuf names new premier as heavy fighting hits capital http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1491751834 (Somalia) Weekend fighting drove 36,000 from Somali capital - UN http://africa.reuters.com/country/SO/news/usnBAN047689.html (Somalia) Crew of ship hijacked in Somalia overpower attackers and regain control http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/30/africa/AF-GEN-Somalia-Pirates.php Nigerian kidnappers release six oil hostages, including Indians and Poles http://www.hindustantimes.com/StoryPage/StoryPage.aspx?id=37e225e3-8cf4-469e-a0bb-dcd2a40a6bf7&&Headline=Nigerian+kidnappers+release+hostages NBC: Was Bin Laden's last video faked? -- debate over September 7 video doctoring http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/21530470/ (Canada) Terror report blames CSIS http://www.canada.com/nationalpost/news/story.html?id=3a9b2252-ea43-451f-9736-78394d4a6351&k=0 (UK) 'Hate literature easily found at UK mosques' -- found in 25% of 100 mosques surveyed http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/10/30/nmosques130.xml http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/comment/faith/article2767252.ece -- Policy Exchange survey http://www.policyexchange.org.uk/Publications.aspx?id=430 (UK) Survey finds radical literature in UK mosques linked to Saudi Arabia http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1192380691692&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull http://www.guardian.co.uk/worldlatest/story/0,,-7035586,00.html UK rejects Saudi terror criticisms http://www.ft.com/cms/0/c155dfea-8619-11dc-b00e-0000779fd2ac.html (UK) Muslim groups draft rulebook for mosques to drive out extremists http://www.guardian.co.uk/religion/Story/0,,2201618,00.html (UK) Scotland: Security services stepping up surveillance http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/10/scotland-security-services-stepping-up.html http://news.scotsman.com/scotland.cfm?id=1718092007 Spaniards await verdict in trial over Madrid terror attack of 2004 http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/30/europe/EU-GEN-Spain-Terror-Trial.php (Spain) Two charged with sending recruits to Iraq for jihad -- Algerian Abdelkader Ayachine and Moroccan Wissan Lotfi http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=81&story_id=45443 Spain fears al-Qaeda's dream of new Al-Andalus http://news.monstersandcritics.com/europe/features/article_1369761.php/Spain_fears_al-Qaedas_dream_of_new_Al-Andalus Spanish court orders trial for Basque president over talks with ETA wing http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/30/europe/EU-GEN-Spain-Basques.php Indonesia: Arrest of seven 'dangerous' Muslims - Leader of Al Qiyadah Al Islamiyah and 6 followers arrested http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Religion/?id=1.0.1491427254 (Thailand) Insurgents kill two in southern attacks http://www.bangkokpost.com/breaking_news/previousdetail.php?id=123122 (Thailand) Roadside bomb beside restaurants in southern Thailand kills 1, wounds 14 -- in Narathiwat province's Rangae district http://canadianpress.google.com/article/ALeqM5gzyZfzjbnqk6nuZn0rDvrx7o3vsA (Thailand) Five shot dead as Thai army chief visits restive south http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071030/wl_asia_afp/thailandsouthunresttoll_071030035102;_ylt=AobF3XEXZRfL.HEBkQStzGjuNREB Thailand: Former terrorist suspect to contest election -- Muslim doctor Waemahadi Waedaoh, linked to Jemaah Islamiyah, seeking lower house seat for Muslim province http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1491469726 (Philippines) Bomb materials found near Quezon City shopping center http://newsinfo.inquirer.net/inquirerheadlines/metro/view_article.php?article_id=97596 (Philippines) US, Aussie experts rule out bomb in mall blast--PNP chief http://newsinfo.inquirer.net/breakingnews/metro/view_article.php?article_id=97698 Sri Lanka military says 13 rebels killed http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/October/subcontinent_October1052.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (Sri Lanka) Shared intelligence accounts for SL Navy's successe http://www.hindustantimes.com/StoryPage/StoryPage.aspx?id=5fa7dc09-af6d-4eab-b577-97c795236e7f&&Headline=Intelligence+key+to+Navy's+success%3a+source North Korea nuclear disabling on track, U.S. says http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071030/pl_nm/korea_north_hill_dc_2;_ylt=Ap2O9HX7E07lH5h.giEMBHmCscEA Other News: (U.S.) Cleveland, Ohio: Blog critics force imam to resign at Ohio mosque -- Imam Ahmed Alzaree http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/30/america/NA-GEN-US-Imam-Resigns.php (U.S.) Young U.S. Muslim women opt for hijab http://www.religionandspirituality.com/currentEvents/view.php?StoryID=20071029-032105-1561r Syria: $1.5 bln agreement with Iran and Venezuela to build oil refinery http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1491637600 Jordanian Islamic opposition group dismisses 5 members for running in parliamentary elections http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/30/africa/ME-GEN-Jordan-Elections.php Germany Cracks Down on Forced Marriages http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?f=/n/a/2007/10/29/international/i114652D02.DTL&tsp=1 Blog Reports: (U.S.) Report: Bin Laden's Infiltration Of Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency http://www.bloggernews.net/111298 http://www.anthraxandalqaeda.com/ Right-wing European "ally" against jihad really not an ally http://hotair.com/archives/2007/10/29/right-wing-european-ally-against-jihad-really-not-an-ally/ http://littlegreenfootballs.com/weblog/?entry=27733&only&rss http://littlegreenfootballs.com/weblog/?entry=27592_Organizing_to_Resist_the_Islamization_of_Europe&only Against Nazi News: (Germany) Pole handicapped in Nazi attack sues Germany http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=26&story_id=45430 (Belgium) Jewish community furious at De Wever -- N-VA chairman says Antwerp's apologies for Nazi cooperation were "unnecessary." http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=24&story_id=45445 October 29, 2007 PM Anti-Terrorism News (Afghanistan) Key tribal leader on verge of deserting Taliban - Mullah Abdul Salaam a former Taliban corps commander and governor of Herat province http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/10/30/wtaliban130.xml Azerbaijan says foils attacks near U.S. embassy http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071029/wl_nm/azerbaijan_embassies_dc;_ylt=AudWeOE78TexZzT0BgUP.6Ws0NUE (Azerbaijan) US Embassy targeted by Azerbaijan terror - Radical Islamic group's attack plot thwarted http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071029/ap_on_re_as/azerbaijan_embassy_threat;_ylt=AhbYvOK1pp.jOUZa2ioXHOCs0NUE (Azerbaijan) Terror plot also closes British Embassy http://www.guardian.co.uk/uklatest/story/0,,-7033265,00.html (Turkey) 2.000 Turkish Soldiers are in Iraq - Report: Soldiers are 8-20 km inside northern Iraq http://www.turkishweekly.net/news.php?id=49860 Iraqi official: Kidnapped sheiks freed http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071029/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq_071029144532 (Iraq) Bike-riding suicide bomber kills 30 Iraqi police - updated story on suicide bombing outside a police camp in Baqouba http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071029/ts_nm/iraq_dc;_ylt=AlDeuxOlLPMSWCoVocq1BFKs0NUE (Iraq) The Hakim-Sadr Pact: A New Era in Shiite Politics? http://www.jamestown.org/news_details.php?news_id=283 (Iraq) 20 headless corpses found in Iraq, police say http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/21522861/ (Iraq) Wounded officer highest-ranking to be injured in Iraq http://www.cnn.com/2007/WORLD/meast/10/29/iraq.main/index.html (U.S. - Virginia) Fairfax County to review textbooks at Islamic Saudi Academy http://www.wric.com/global/story.asp?s=7281606 Iranian foreign minister meets Hamas officials in Syria http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1192380685555&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Syria: A New Intelligence Failure? http://www.newsweek.com/id/62321 'Hamas establishing bunker system along Gaza fence' http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1192380683478&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Bangladesh) Huji emerged with open declaration - Brief history of Harkat-ul-Jihad-al-Islami (Huji) http://www.thedailystar.net/story.php?nid=9521 (Yemen) US reconsiders some aid to Yemen http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071029/ap_on_go_ca_st_pe/us_yemen_2;_ylt=Ao6iV1R7HzFaqyndqiMCPxQTv5UB (Yemen) U.S. angered by release of mastermind behind attack on USS Cole http://www.worldtribune.com/worldtribune/WTARC/2007/me_terror_10_29.asp Yemeni officials: USS Cole mastermind still in custody http://edition.cnn.com/2007/WORLD/meast/10/29/cole.bomber/ Germany Battles Terror in the Classrooms http://www.spiegel.de/international/germany/0,1518,514197,00.html Spain: Islamic terrorist cell members sentenced - 2 of 6 convicted of inciting Jihad and giving financial support to Islamists http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1487265702 (Canada) Terror witnesses need to feel protected: inquiry http://www.canada.com/nationalpost/news/story.html?id=46c74d06-6d9f-4e32-a987-10f5d461e0ca&k=86054 Commentary: Why silence those who oppose the jihad? http://www.dailynews.com/editorial/ci_7299028 October 29, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News (Iraq) Suicide bomber kills 27 recruits in Iraq - outside a police camp in Baqouba http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071029/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq_071029095116;_ylt=AttEXV0IXvVpIY7SHeaHiXxX6GMA (Iraq) U.S. Military: Iranian-Made Rockets Hit Base Near Baghdad http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,305686,00.html Turkey flexes military might amid PKK clashes http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071029/ts_nm/turkey_iraq_dc_80;_ylt=Atv_IOVM6xwBhXyo1HBKAWVX6GMA Turkish troop dies; Kurd rebels trapped http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071029/ap_on_re_mi_ea/turkey_iraq_82;_ylt=AlEoIiZiQZnlFXOQ7gH0O2RX6GMA Turkey suspends anti-terrorism cooperation with Iraq http://en.rian.ru/world/20071029/85826572.html (Iraq) Kurds 'head for hills' in face of Turkish attack http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/10/29/wturk129.xml (Afghanistan) US intensifies fight near Taliban-held town - reports 80 killed http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/October/subcontinent_October1020.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (Afghanistan) 50 suspected Taliban killed or wounded -- in Baluch village in Uruzgan province http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071029/ap_on_re_as/afghanistan_071025233175;_ylt=AurqiOomdk12QLCEdndlLpXOVooA (Afghanistan) Five dead in Afghanistan suicide blast - on a police vehicle in Lashkargah, capital of Helmand province http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1033340 (Afghanistan) US soldier killed in Afghanistan - Sangin district of Helmand http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,22671018-23109,00.html (Afghanistan) UN: 34 aid workers killed in Afghanistan -- this year http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071029/ap_on_re_as/afghan_aid_workers_2;_ylt=AtxB9rAjKeKmLnGNMxAnKJrOVooA Pakistan in new Taliban peace process http://www.atimes.com/atimes/South_Asia/IJ30Df01.html Pakistan: We will not negotiate with militants, warns Bhutto http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1487145677 Pakistani forces kill 60 gunmen in two days of fighting -- in Sawat district http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1033453 (Pakistan) 10 militants die in fierce clashes near Mingora http://www.dawn.com/2007/10/29/top1.htm (Pakistan) Pro-Taliban militants agree to ceasefire in Pakistan http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/World/Pakistan/Pro-Taliban_militants_agree_to_ceasefire_in_Pakistan/rssarticleshow/2499207.cms (Pakistan) Six security men among 15 executed in Swat http://www.pakistantimes.net/2007/10/28/top.htm (Pakistan) Islamabad put on high alert to avert any terror incident http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\10\29\story_29-10-2007_pg7_4 (Pakistan) 'Israel planned to hit Kahuta from India’s Jamnagar base' -- plan in 1983-1984 to hit Pakistan nuclear base http://www.dawn.com/2007/10/29/top8.htm (Pakistan) Two Christians kidnapped from a hospital in Pakistan by Pro-Taliban militants http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/World/Pakistan/Two_Christians_kidnapped_from_a_hospital_in_Pakistan/articleshow/2495755.cms Pakistan hires another lobbyist in Washington http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\10\29\story_29-10-2007_pg7_2 (India J&K) Guerrillas of Pakistan-based Hizbul Mujaheedin killed in Kashmir http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1033360 (India) Liquid Explosives: India Lacks Technology to Detect and Deter http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/10/liquid_explosives_india_lacks.php (U.S.) Sued For Terror Watching -- Bruce Tefft interview http://www.frontpagemag.com/Articles/Read.aspx?GUID=AF613BFA-8E34-4A07-8DB4-20D89DE3D84B USAF vet: Mahmoud El-Yousseph: "Hezbollah are freedom fighters" http://ohioagainstterror.blogspot.com/2007/10/mahmoud-el-yousseph-hezbollah-are.html Iranian general warns of Gulf suicide bombings http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071029/wl_mideast_afp/iranusmilitarypolitics_071029122507;_ylt=Akpy1Dvji5INQZXBM5NtSNVSw60A (Iran) France Dismisses IAEA, Says Iran Trying to Build Bomb, AFP Says http://www.bloomberg.com/apps/news?pid=20601085&sid=a0MdQrFEj0fM&refer=europe (Iran) Top UN nuclear official in Iran for talks http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071029/wl_mideast_afp/irannuclearpoliticsiaea_071029101411;_ylt=ArwY3AR1a0WFYEobDxKfSwJSw60A (Israel) Shin Bet head: Terror groups intend to kidnap Israelis in Sinai http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1192380680001&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Israel tightens closure on Gaza, threatens "disengagement" (Roundup) http://news.monstersandcritics.com/middleeast/news/article_1369527.php/Israel_tightens_closure_on_Gaza_threatens_%26quotdisengagement%26quot__Roundup_ (West Bank) Chiefs of major Islamic militants help surround American diplomat - to provide protection http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=58387 (Syria) Did Syria Have Visible WMD Program Prior to US Invasion of Iraq? http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/10/did_syria_have_visible_wmd_pro.php http://www.nytimes.com/2007/10/27/world/middleeast/27syria.html?_r=1&ref=todayspaper&oref=slogin (Syria) Is Google Allowing Syria to Play Politics With Google Earth? http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/10/is_google_allowing_syria_to_pl.php Egypt frees senior Brotherhood leader from jail http://africa.reuters.com/top/news/usnBAN951821.html Somalia's prime minister resigns -- amid accusations he failed to quell the country's Islamist insurgency http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2007/10/29/somalias_prime_minister_resigns/1530/ Ethiopia denies plot to attack Eritrea http://africa.reuters.com/wire/news/usnL29448263.html (Sudan) Darfur rebels say government attacks despite truce http://africa.reuters.com/top/news/usnBAN940954.html (Morocco) 400 Islamist detainees end Morocco hunger strike http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071029/wl_africa_afp/moroccoprisonislam;_ylt=A0WTUdrW5iVH0isALQ9vaA8F (Canada) Ottawa should defend Omar Khadr's rights: mother http://www.ctv.ca/servlet/ArticleNews/story/CTVNews/20071028/maha_khadr_071028/20071028?hub=TopStories (UK) Saudi king chides UK on terrorism -- says UK could have prevented July 2005 bombings http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/7066867.stm http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071029/wl_uk_afp/britainsaudidiplomacy_071029103853;_ylt=AmgRQe.rgi7aUD2jBqaWBUoTv5UB (UK) Indian Islamic group attacks BBC film for Bin Laden link -- Deoband school http://www.guardian.co.uk/india/story/0,,2201026,00.html (UK) Cameron against holding terror suspects longer http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/politics/article2759858.ece (UK) British Muslim minister detained at US airport http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071029/wl_uk_afp/britainuspoliticssecurityislamaviation (UK) Drop terror film, Muslims tell Channel 4 http://www.dailymail.co.uk/pages/live/articles/news/news.html?in_article_id=490213&in_page_id=1770&ito=newsno http://www.channel4.com/culture/microsites/B/britz/about.html (France) Algerian convicted in Paris attacks http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071026/ap_on_re_eu/france_terror_attacks (Spain) Stage set for end to Madrid train bombing trial http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=81&story_id=45401 (Italy) Appeals court in Milan upholds conviction of Madrid terror bombing suspect http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/29/europe/EU-GEN-Italy-Terror-Trial.php (Spain) ETA members sentenced over car bombing http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,22671019-23109,00.html (Italy) Terrorism: Ex-Italian president opposes negotiation with terror groups http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Politics/?id=1.0.1487417221 Adnkronos interviews expert Brian Jenkins -- calls for negotiations with terror groups Hamas and Hezbollah http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1478036070 Denmark: Local Hizb ut-Tahrir leading recruitment in Germany and France http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/10/denmark-local-branch-leading.html (Netherlands) Thousands of Turks protest in Utrecht http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=1&story_id=45391 (Germany) Arrests and injuries at Turkish demo in Berlin http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=26&story_id=45411 (Indonesia) Hambali should be jailed indefinitely - Australia's Downer http://www.stuff.co.nz/4254608a12.html (Indonesia) Bali bombers say ready for firing squad http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/storypage.aspx?StoryId=97445 (Indonesia) Bali bombers get perhaps last family visit http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,22668354-23109,00.html (Philippines) Gov't-MILF talks seen resuming next month http://newsinfo.inquirer.net/breakingnews/nation/view_article.php?article_id=97549 Philippines: MNLF members 'defecting to MILF in Sulu' http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1487415986 (Philippines) 23 killed in Philippine election violence http://www.hindustantimes.com/StoryPage/StoryPage.aspx?id=aa16b7b7-ca2a-442f-8696-f7a4839eb190&MatchID1=4583&TeamID1=7&TeamID2=3&MatchType1=2&SeriesID1=1149&PrimaryID=4583&Headline=23+killed+in+Philippine+election+violence Sri Lanka claims 10 more rebels killed http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071029/wl_afp/srilankaunrest_071029062227;_ylt=AlJoUESiPmeA3htVuxwzQRgtM8oA North Korea repeats nuclear disablement pledge http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071029/wl_asia_afp/nkoreanuclearweaponsskoreaenergy_071029100807;_ylt=AtHkXJiADQTS2jt9AAQ_4y6CscEA North Korean tells of horrifying childhood spent in prison camp http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071029/wl_asia_afp/nkorearefugeesrights_071029064813;_ylt=Ai.VRS3_QJzPuGI6biXOJo.CscEA (North Korea) Japan presses US to halt plans to remove N. Korea from terror list http://english.hani.co.kr/arti/english_edition/e_international/246388.html Japan justice minister claims al Qaeda connection http://in.reuters.com/article/worldNews/idINIndia-30213320071029 Australia risks 'London-type bombing' http://www.theaustralian.news.com.au/story/0,25197,22663795-601,00.html (Columbia) Bomb attacks leave Colombian towns in blackout http://news.xinhuanet.com/english/2007-10/29/content_6968697.htm MEMRI Translation of Bin Laden October 23 Message: Bin Laden Calls On All Jihad Groups to Unite Under One Banner and to 'Keep the Soldiers of Heresy Drinking From the Cup of Bitter Death'; Advises Them to Avoid Blind Obedience to Individuals, Organizations, and Heroes http://memri.org/bin/latestnews.cgi?ID=SD175107 Other News: Nigeria: Sharia Court Bans Satirical Play http://allafrica.com/stories/200710280013.html Muslims must fight extremism: Pell http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,22668024-29277,00.html Egypt's president announces plans to build several nuclear power plants http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1192380681988&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Belgium) Videos: Vlaams Belang and Vlaams Blok http://littlegreenfootballs.com/weblog/?entry=27709_Videos-_Vlaams_Belang_and_Vlaams_Blok&only http://littlegreenfootballs.com/weblog/?entry=27715_Sunday_Vlaams_Belang_Open_Thread&only October 27 and 28, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News (Iraq) 10 tribal sheiks kidnapped in Baghdad http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071028/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq;_ylt=AuANY2TI.fHtk4a36BJw86us0NUE (Iraq) Car bomb explodes outside bus terminal in Iraq, kills 8 http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071028/wl_nm/iraq_kirkuk_dc;_ylt=Ai7zK5.J7pjbne1iXAouJn.s0NUE (Iraq) Sunni Violence in Baghdad Called Disrupted http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/10/27/AR2007102701460.html (Iraq) U.S. forces in Iraq kill militant http://www.reuters.com/article/worldNews/idUSKHA73745020071027 Iraq's Gunmen Morphing Into Men In Suits http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2007/10/27/notebook/main3419320.shtml Iraqi insurgents' clash with Qaeda kills 16 http://www.alertnet.org/thenews/newsdesk/KHA747333.htm (Iraq) Sadr aide says cleric may end cease-fire http://www.boston.com/news/world/middleeast/articles/2007/10/27/sadr_aide_says_cleric_may_end_cease_fire/ (Iraq) Baghdad bomb blast kills eight, police say http://www.reuters.com/article/latestCrisis/idUSCOL732340 (Iraq) US Will Hand Iraqis Control of Karbala http://www.guardian.co.uk/worldlatest/story/0,,-7029286,00.html (Turkey) Plan to Add U.S. Troops at Kurdish Border Is Rejected by Turkey http://www.nytimes.com/2007/10/27/world/europe/27turkey.html?em&ex=1193630400&en=8fd81d984ba99de4&ei=5087%0A Turkish army kills 20 Kurd militants (updated) http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071028/ts_nm/turkey_iraq_dc (Turkey) Britons join Kurdish rebels to fight Turks http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/iraq/article2753555.ece Turkey's PM criticizes EU countries for not extraditing Kurdish rebels http://edition.cnn.com/2007/WORLD/meast/10/27/turkey.kurds.ap/?iref=mpstoryview (Turkey) Report: A mountain meeting with the PKK http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/world/middle_east/7065431.stm (Turkey) US steering clear of Kurdish fight - U.S. military will do "absolutely nothing" about PKK http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071026/ap_on_go_ca_st_pe/us_iraq_turkey;_ylt=Au_ZDun3Wrz.BeCB8XtT9Ees0NUE (Iraq) U.S. Plan: Spy In Iraq For Turkish Forces http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2007/10/26/eveningnews/main3417427.shtml (Afghanistan) US says 80 Taliban killed in battle - fifth major fight in that area since Sept. 1 - also suicide bomber killed 5 http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071028/ap_on_re_as/afghanistan;_ylt=Apk2m3GmxrAO.MIcrDeUlAes0NUE (Afghanistan) SAS soldier respected the foe who killed him http://www.smh.com.au/news/world/sas-soldier-respected-the-foe-who-killed-him/2007/10/26/1192941338552.html As-Sahab Announces Upcoming Video with Taliban Commander Mansour Dadullah - SITE Institute press release, link soon - See Banner Image http://counterterrorismblog.org/newslinks/SITE-DadullahVideo.gif (Pakistan) Thousands flee tense northwest Pakistan town (clashes with Fazlullah's militants) http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071028/pl_nm/yemen_qaeda_militant_dc_1 (Pakistan) 3 rockets hit NW Pakistan city of Peshawar http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/October/subcontinent_October984.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (Pakistan) Inside rebel Pakistan cleric's domain (Maulana Fazlullah runs Swat seminary) http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071027/ap_on_re_as/pakistan_militant_domain;_ylt=AgsNbbgpOEIrpLuPK8CLUEGs0NUE http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/World/Pakistan/Militants_guard_domain_of_rebel_clerics_vast_seminary_in_Pak/articleshow/2496389.cms (Pakistan) Militants behead law-enforcement men in public (Fazullah's followers) http://www.dawn.com/2007/10/27/top1.htm Pakistani forces launch offensive against militants in Sawat valley (update) http://www.kuna.net.kw/Home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1032579 (India J&K) Violence-level down in J&K; terror infrastructure intact: CRPF http://www.hindu.com/thehindu/holnus/002200710261654.htm (India) Kashmir ultras using liquid explosives: CRPF http://www.business-standard.com/common/storypage_c_online.php?leftnm=11&bKeyFlag=IN&autono=29351 (India) Communist rebels kill 18 villagers in attack on festival http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/27/asia/AS-GEN-India-Rebel-Attack.php (U.S.) Holy Land trial revealed a covert Islamist agenda (commentary) - Douglas Farah quoted about "decades of deceit" by Muslim Brotherhood groups in US http://www.dallasnews.com/sharedcontent/dws/dn/opinion/points/stories/DN-dreher_28edi.ART.State.Edition1.4224821.html (U.S.) Secret Agent Schmuck - Exposee of Juval Aviv - Steven Emerson: "It's amazing to see how many times he fooled people" http://www.villagevoice.com/news/0743,thompson,78154,6.html/full Iranians study nuclear physics in Britain http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/uk/education/article2753498.ece Israel Restricts Gaza Crossing as Firing Persists - Fuel supplies reduced, one crossing closed due to continued rocket fire http://www.nytimes.com/2007/10/29/world/middleeast/29mideast.html?_r=1&hp&oref=slogin (Gaza) 'Work accident' blamed in death of 3 Gaza girls http://www.haaretz.com/hasen/spages/917497.html (Israel) War against Egypt in the winter Israel is furious that Egypt allowed about 80 Hamas explosive experts - allegedly trained in Iran - to enter the Gaza Strip http://www.haaretz.com/hasen/spages/917506.html Hamas denies secret talks with Israel http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/October/middleeast_October401.xml§ion=middleeast&col= (West Bank) Abbas tightens Palestinian money-laundering laws - Aimed at denying cash to Hamas http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071027/wl_nm/palestinians_money_dc_1 (Syria) Nuclear cover-up suspected after Israeli raid http://www.guardian.co.uk/international/story/0,,2200142,00.html (Egypt) Egypt finds two smugglers' tunnels on Gaza http://www.iol.co.za/index.php?set_id=1&click_id=85&art_id=nw20071027150023694C199543 (Saudi Arabia) Saad Al-Shehri Narrates His Disenchantment With Qaeda http://www.arabnews.com/?page=1§ion=0&article=102907&d=28&m=10&y=2007&pix=kingdom.jpg&category=Kingdom Somalia: Over 15 People Killed And Dozens Wounded in Mogadishu http://allafrica.com/stories/200710270023.html (Somalia) Heaviest fighting in months shakes Mogadishu http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/theworld/2007/October/theworld_October907.xml§ion=theworld&col= Yemen says bomber of U.S. destroyer Cole still detained - Says Jamal Badawi still "detained," might be under house arrest http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071028/pl_nm/yemen_qaeda_militant_dc_1 (Algeria) Experts: Al-Qaeda in Algeria may mobilise illegal immigrants http://www.echoroukonline.com/english/modules.php?name=News&file=article&sid=8056 (Algeria) 15 al Qaeda activists killed http://www.albawaba.com/en/countries/Algeria/218075 (Russia) Victims Remember Moscow Theater Seizure - Five years since over 800 taken hostage and 130 died http://ap.google.com/article/ALeqM5jVcYNqTkVtKHycE5ojjorJeHqsGwD8SH3C0G0 (Europe) Terrorism: European attacks 'inevitable' as al Qaeda influence spreads, say experts http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1478409734 Europe faces tough choices on Iran http://www.latimes.com/news/printedition/asection/la-fg-euroiran27oct27,1,1864134.story?coll=la-news-a_section (UK) Sanction-hit Iranian banks expected to face City boycott http://business.timesonline.co.uk/tol/business/industry_sectors/banking_and_finance/article2748758.ece (UK) Jury sees photographs of men in al-Qaeda type drills http://news.scotsman.com/uk.cfm?id=1713452007 (UK) BBC kidnap victim recounts fear of video execution http://afp.google.com/article/ALeqM5iGgIDS4yGty_g6t7viuR1YhNi06A (UK) Jury sees 'terror training' video http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/7064270.stm (Ireland) Empey calls on IRA to disband http://www.guardian.co.uk/uklatest/story/0,,-7029031,00.html (Ireland) Brutal murder revives paramilitary fears in border 'bandit country' http://counterterrorismblog.org/mt/mt.cgi?__mode=view&_type=entry&id=28832&blog_id=2&saved_added=1 (Thailand) Headless body found in strife-torn southern Thailand as bomb kills 1, wounds 14 http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/27/asia/AS-GEN-Thailand-Southern-Violence.php (Sri Lanka) Fresh clashes kill 22 in Sri Lanka http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/October/subcontinent_October985.xml§ion=subcontinent Vietnamese-American gets 12 years for attempted bombing of Vietnamese embassy in Thailand http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/26/asia/AS-GEN-Thailand-Vietnam-Bomb-Plot.php (Columbia) At least three die in Colombia bombing before vote http://www.alertnet.org/thenews/newsdesk/N27408159.htm October 26, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News (U.S.) FBI Warns Again Of Shoe Bomb Danger http://wcbstv.com/topstories/fbi.shoe.bomb.2.413143.html -- related photos http://a.abcnews.com/images/Blotter/ht_shoe_explosives2_071025_ssh.jpg (Iraq) Two Iraqi soldiers killed in Diwaniya blast http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1032563 (Iraq) Woman killed by explosive belt in Dyala, car explodes in Mosul http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1032605 (Iraq) PKK Rebels Prepare to 'Fight to the End' http://www.spiegel.de/international/world/0,1518,513628,00.html Turkey's patience running out after rebel attack http://www.alertnet.org/thenews/newsdesk/L25235987.htm Turkey sends more troops to Iraqi border -- 100,000 on border http://www.alertnet.org/thenews/newsdesk/L26520274.htm (Afghanistan) Two NATO soldiers, 24 Taliban killed in clashes in Afghanistan-- eastern Kunar province http://news.monstersandcritics.com/southasia/news/article_1368871.php/Two_NATO_soldiers_24_Taliban_killed_in_clashes_in_Afghanistan http://www.alertnet.org/thenews/newsdesk/ISL68287.htm Afghanistan: Children endangered by surging violence -- continuing attacks on girls' schools http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1472455088 (Pakistan) Clashes in NW Pakistan valley after suicide attack -- in Swat http://www.alertnet.org/thenews/newsdesk/COL293994.htm Pakistan: Leading pro-Taliban militant vows to fight till the end http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1476941383 (Pakistan) Fazlullah goes underground http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\10\26\story_26-10-2007_pg1_2 (Pakistan) Lal Masjid cleric supports Fazlullah http://www.dawn.com/2007/10/26/top7.htm Pakistan releases suicide bomber sketches - Bhutto bomber http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071026/wl_sthasia_afp/pakistanpoliticsattacks_071026084905;_ylt=AgQv.DbTz8C7jA0agClHoNHzPukA Pakistan -- Al Qaeda's New Safe Haven - by Daveed Gartenstein-Ross http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2007/10/22/opinion/main3392120.shtml Indian police warn of suicide bombers planning attacks in Mumbai http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/26/asia/AS-GEN-India-Bomber-Sketches.php (India) Lashkar-e-Toiba operative arrested in connection with Ajmer shrine blast http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1032596 (India J&K) Terror infrastructure in Jammu and Kashmir intact: India http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1032587 (U.S.) White House offers eavesdropping papers http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/terrorist_surveillance;_ylt=AiD5eCIw3ObrOYauWr1U3tMTv5UB (U.S.) Terrorism policy questioned in hearing on Egyptian scholar's exclusion -- Tariq Ramadan http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/25/america/NA-GEN-US-Scholar-Barred.php Iran's Guards: We are ready for war http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml;jsessionid=MPYRB5MKZXHGNQFIQMGCFGGAVCBQUIV0?xml=/news/2007/10/26/wiran126.xml -- graphic on Iran's nuclear facilities http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/graphics/2007/02/22/wiran22big.gif Iranian regime reaching point of no return http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/10/25/wiran225.xml (Iran) Strike on Iran Would Roil Oil Markets, Experts Say http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/10/25/AR2007102502840.html?hpid%3Dtopnews&sub=AR (Iran) Analysis: Sanctions haven't slowed Iran http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071025/ap_on_go_ca_st_pe/iran_sanctions_analysis (Iran) UN's Ban "very worried" on Iran's nuclear progress http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071026/wl_nm/iran_un_dc_1;_ylt=ArJHPT8Nn0LxT9RCEwwxSpVSw60A (Syria) Alleged Syrian atomic reactor 'vanishes' http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1192380657735&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Syria) Report: Syrian Intelligence Linked to al Qaeda in Lebanon http://mypetjawa.mu.nu/archives/189898.php (Israel) Two missiles target Israeli settlement Sderot http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1032472 Israeli aircraft fires at Gaza militants http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/26/africa/ME-GEN-Palestinians-Airstrike.php (Gaza) Israel executes incursion into eastern Gaza City http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1032569 Yemen frees one of USS Cole bombers http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071026/ap_on_re_mi_ea/yemen_terrorism (Sudan) General Martin Luther Agwai fears Darfur force will fail http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/africa/article2741447.ece Kenya drops case against Nairobi bomb suspect http://africa.reuters.com/top/news/usnBAN641362.html Canada's top court to rule on secret files for terror suspect -- Omar Khadr http://afp.google.com/article/ALeqM5gZE-KgilDjHI2A-MkKBKHOyhZ9Ig (UK) Jury hears 'terror tape' - Hamid trial http://ukpress.google.com/article/ALeqM5iWNDdXz_fOqW0Pxm3Pb-xn8c7GdA (Europe) Current Trends in Jihadi Networks in Europe http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/10/current_trends_in_jihadi_netwo.php Indonesia: Radical Muslim cleric cautions Bush against 'crusade' -- Jemaah Islamiyah's Abu Bakar Bashir http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1473010613 (Indonesia) Bali Three Set for Execution http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/10/bali_three_set_for_execution.php (Thailand) 3 soldiers injured in South bombing http://www.bangkokpost.com/breaking_news/breakingnews.php?id=122997 (Philippines) Makati mayor seeks independent probe into deadly mall blast http://newsinfo.inquirer.net/breakingnews/metro/view_article.php?article_id=96759 (Philippines) Israeli expert says Glorietta blast caused by gas http://newsinfo.inquirer.net/breakingnews/metro/view_article.php?article_id=96755 Japan to take fingerprints, photos of foreigners http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071026/wl_nm/japan_fingerprints_dc_1;_ylt=AghsMo.hLG2PQmD57Xb84DATv5UB (Sri Lanka) Fighting in northern Sri Lanka kills 8 rebels, while six soldiers killed defusing bomb http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/26/asia/AS-GEN-Sri-Lanka-Civil-War.php Sri Lanka shuts radio station over rebel attack story http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071026/wl_sthasia_afp/srilankaunrestmedia_071026050938;_ylt=AtYjIlZf1VBR4v_NCHiIuR4tM8oA (North Korea) Diplomat tries to reassure US lawmakers on North Korea talks -- declined to address North Korea attempt to offer nuclear help to Syria http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071025/wl_asia_afp/nkoreanuclearweaponsus_071025232009;_ylt=AqFwiPSA1mOZLKr6jXeBTX2CscEA Colombia says top FARC guerilla leader, 18 more killed http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071025/wl_nm/colombia_guerrilla_dc_3;_ylt=AjJPB7GPrMlGMfX5ng0G_Kuwv7kA Russia could quickly resume missile output: general http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071026/ts_nm/russia_missiles_dc_1;_ylt=AoIqzPzuOhJKpXWzu.lz6Zp_5GIA October 25, 2007 PM Anti-Terrorism News Turkish Troops Kill 64 Suspected Rebels Near Iraq Border http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,304959,00.html Turkish Government Imposes News Blackout of Military Movements http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/10/turkish_government_imposes_new.php America, Britain Backing Turkey; NATO Signals Support for Raids in Iraq http://www.nysun.com/article/65203 (Afghanistan) NATO wants to publicize Taliban outrages http://cnews.canoe.ca/CNEWS/War_Terror/2007/10/25/4604724-cp.html (Afghanistan) U.S. questions Europeans' commitment to winning the war in Afghanistan http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/25/europe/EU-GEN-US-Germany-Afghanistan.php (Iran) New sanctions levied against Iran http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071025/ap_on_go_ca_st_pe/us_iran;_ylt=Ap7Tjiw4UwgIkaEQ6jEsfL2s0NUE (Iran) U.S. Announces New Sanctions Against Iranian Military, Banks, Leaders http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/10/us_announces_new_sanctions_aga.php http://www.treasury.gov/press/releases/hp644.htm (Iran) Russia's Putin warns against new sanctions against Iran http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/25/europe/EU-GEN-EU-Russia-Summit.php (Syria) Additional nuclear sites in Syria? http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/10/additional_nuclear_sites_in_sy.php Israel defense minister approves Gaza power cuts http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071025/wl_mideast_afp/mideastconflictisraelgaza_071025170042 (Egypt) Top Egyptian Islamist defends political platform http://africa.reuters.com/top/news/usnBAN555552.html?rpc=401& (Russia) 2 Suspects Arrested in Train Bombing http://www.themoscowtimes.com/stories/2007/10/25/012.html (Russia) Two militants killed in Chechnya's Urus-Martan district http://www.interfax.ru/e/B/politics/28.html?id_issue=11890677 Al-Qaida sympathizers vent against al-Jazeera over bin Laden's critical message http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/25/africa/ME-GEN-Bin-Laden-Tape.php Al-Qaida Distributors Accuse Al-Jazeera of Distorting Bin Laden's Message on Iraq http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/10/alqaida_distributors_accuse_al.php European Court of Justice prohibits real property transactions involving individuals designated as terrorists - JC Brisard blog post on Oct. 11 decision http://jcb.blogs.com/jcb_blog/2007/10/the-european-co.html - read decision (updated link) http://eur-lex.europa.eu/LexUriServ/LexUriServ.do?uri=CELEX:62006J0117:EN:HTML (India) No evidence of terror money in stock markets: SEBI http://sify.com/finance/fullstory.php?id=14549128 (North Korea) Japan warns US over removing N Korea from terror list http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/World/Rest_of_World/Japan_warns_US_over_removing_N_Korea_from_terror_list/articleshow/2490890.cms (New Zealand) Al Qaeda tattooed arson accused on run http://www.stuff.co.nz/4250591a11.html Other News: Hamas organizes collective wedding for 100 couples, but no brides in front http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/25/africa/ME-GEN-Palestinians-Brideless-Weddings.php Propaganda Alert: Washington Post: Iran's Ali Ettefagh: "The Undignified Episodes of Jihad George" http://newsweek.washingtonpost.com/postglobal/ali_ettefagh/2007/10/the_undignified_episodes_of_ji.html October 25, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News Iraqi delegation to visit Turkey http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071025/ap_on_re_mi_ea/turkey_iraq_28;_ylt=Ar2dVY_shANKeREzwOFpD2ztfLkA Turkish troops repulse rebel attack, Gul vows action http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071025/wl_nm/turkey_iraq_dc_44;_ylt=ApxobVqnX26w7QNlMiHfYPrtfLkA Turkish warplanes bomb Kurd rebels http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071025/wl_mideast_afp/turkeykurdsunrest_10;_ylt=Aihm66eHYxoF47x39wpdXZ_tfLkA (Iraq) Shooting death of Sunni teacher grim reminder sectarian violence persists http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/25/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq.php (Iraq) U.S. security official quits; Iraqi says shooting victims offered cash http://www.cnn.com/2007/POLITICS/10/24/iraq.blackwater/index.html (Afghanistan) 13 suspected Taliban, 5 soldiers killed in Afghan clashes, 14 wounded - in southern Afghanistan -- 4 Afghan soldiers wounded in Daychopan district of Zabul province http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/25/asia/AS-GEN-Afghan-Violence.php (Afghanistan) Taliban ambush Afghan army, eight dead -- in Kapisa province north of Kabul http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071025/wl_sthasia_afp/afghanistanunrest_071025092726;_ylt=Ao3U0QisTl23AybDXRQJmBPOVooA Afghan province chief survives bombing -- suicide bomb near convoy of cars in Khost http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071025/ap_on_re_as/afghanistan_6;_ylt=Arfb41PvkwHBEFaV2P7SMZ3OVooA Afghan president says his country ready to ease burden of international forces http://www.wavy.com/Global/story.asp?S=7263054 Afghan army could need 10 years to rebuild: NATO's Canadian General Hillier http://www.ctv.ca/servlet/ArticleNews/story/CTVNews/20071025/afghan_hillier_071025/20071025?hub=World&s_name= (Afghanistan) US Appeal for countries to provide more troops is rejected http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/asia/article2733769.ece Afghanistan is lost, says UK's Lord Ashdown -- former UN envoy http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/10/25/wafg125.xml (Pakistan) Suicide explosion in northern Pakistan kills 40 http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1032356 (Pakistan) Pakistan bomb blast explosion near police barracks - outside Mingora near Swat -- suicide bomber detonated near military truck with explosives http://www.channelnewsasia.com/stories/afp_asiapacific/view/307739/1/.html (Pakistan) Pro-Taliban Cleric Fazlullah vows retaliation as army mobilized in Swat http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\10\25\story_25-10-2007_pg1_6 Pakistan has failed to close down 'terrorist networks', says US http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\10\25\story_25-10-2007_pg1_13 (Pakistan) New chief investigator in Bhutto blast http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071025/ap_on_re_as/pakistan_158;_ylt=Ak24n3byo.m6ZsHkfB3pIrTzPukA (Pakistan) Important advances made in Oct 18 bomb blasts inquiry: Sindh Chief Minister - calls Bhutto "plunderer and absconder" and says charges against Benazir Bhutto should not be dropped http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\10\25\story_25-10-2007_pg7_13 (Pakistan) Musharraf: 'Islam should not be interpreted according to individual will' http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\10\25\story_25-10-2007_pg7_26 (Pakistan) Rice: US wants Musharraf to broaden engagement with moderates http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1192380644085&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Pakistan's intelligence agencies did not create Taliban: former Taliban foreign minister http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\10\25\story_25-10-2007_pg7_17 (India) Coimbatore blast: Six more get life terms http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/India/Coimbatore_blast_Six_more_get_life_terms/articleshow/2489376.cms (U.S.) California bushfires recall al-Qaeda arson threat http://news.ninemsn.com.au/article.aspx?id=309124 (U.S.) California arsonist shot dead http://www.news.com.au/couriermail/story/0,20797,22645125-952,00.html?from=public_rss (U.S.) Ohio: Suspect pleads guilty - again -- to avoid terrorism charges -- Yemeni Ali Aladimi http://news.enquirer.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20071025/NEWS01/710250389/1056/COL02 US Congressional Budget Office: US War on Terror Could Cost $2.4 Trillion by 2017 http://voanews.com/english/2007-10-24-voa64.cfm US Lacks Labs to Test for 'Dirty Bomb' http://ap.google.com/article/ALeqM5iZThIDBSwLHNnJ27xnI84E8faCkQ (U.S.) Boeing criticized over border security glitches http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071024/pl_nm/boeing_border_technology_dc_1;_ylt=AumUQaRGeFWdlXQeIlobVr8Tv5UB (Iran) US ready to roll out new Iran sanctions http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071025/ap_on_go_ca_st_pe/us_iran_4;_ylt=ArLX04nrDhzB6Luyc41cd_lX6GMA (Iran) Report: US to declare Iranian elite force as terrorism supporter http://news.monstersandcritics.com/middleeast/news/article_1368422.php/Report_US_to_declare_Iranian_elite_force_as_terrorism_supporter (Iran) U.S. to Impose New Sanctions Targeting Iran's Military - Washington Post story http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/10/24/AR2007102402758.html?hpid=topnews (Iran) IAEA to scrutinize Iranian nuclear fuel: Russia http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071025/wl_nm/russia_iran_bushehr_dc_1;_ylt=Ambqfu8QOKFEeaIHb1T2ssZSw60A (Syria) Satellite images show possible Syrian nuclear site http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071024/wl_mideast_afp/ussyriaisraelnorthkoreanuclear_071024175812;_ylt=AiuPNIE762zAqsO4K6mcaHKCscEA Lebanon troops fire on Israeli warplanes http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071025/ap_on_re_mi_ea/lebanon_israel_8;_ylt=Ap7sA6Wq6ZlyxvBsuLc_sKfagGIB (Lebanon) UN chief calls for end to 'foreign interference' in Lebanon - information corroborates "allegation that Syria facilitates the flow of weapons and fighters across the Syrian-Lebanese border" http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1192380645981&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Gaza) Israeli troops advance into area south of Gaza -- witnesses http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1032278 (Gaza) Hamas: IDF kills two Palestinian gunmen in southern Gaza http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1192380647653&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Gaza power to be cut over rocket attacks http://www.washingtontimes.com/article/20071025/FOREIGN/110250061/1003 (West Bank) IDF troops arrest 4 terror suspects in West Bank operations http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1192380646807&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Israel) Google Earth used to target Israel -- Palestinian militants are using Google Earth to help plan their attacks on the Israeli military and other targets http://www.guardian.co.uk/technology/2007/oct/25/google.israel http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1192380649259&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Somalia) 4 die in explosion in central Somali town, witness say http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/25/africa/AF-GEN-Somalia.php Algerian goes to jail for providing money to Al-Qaeda in Afghanistan http://www.ech-chorouk.com/english/modules.php?name=News&file=article&sid=8035 (Sudan) Darfur rebels attack oil field, kidnap oil workers http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/25/africa/AF-GEN-Darfur-Oil-Violence.php http://africa.reuters.com/wire/news/usnL25524494.html (France) Algerian faces life sentence for Paris metro bombings http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=25&story_id=45301 (UK) London Bomb Details Hidden as Trials Unfold Under News Blackout http://www.bloomberg.com/apps/news?pid=20601085&sid=aD1vp2_xDl_g&refer=europe (Thailand) Two Muslim men killed in Thai south, curfew imposed -- Yala http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Top_Headlines/Two_Muslim_men_killed_in_southern_Thailand_curfew_imposed/articleshow/2488470.cms Philippine government, Muslim rebels break impasse in peace talks http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/25/asia/AS-GEN-Philippines-Muslim-Rebels.php Sri Lankan troops kill 6 rebels in fighting in the north http://www.hindustantimes.com/StoryPage/StoryPage.aspx?id=59164f9e-83a9-4698-9f97-d68d445f88db&&Headline=Sri+Lankan+troops+kill+6+rebels+in+north Sri Lanka retaliates against Tiger suicide strike http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071025/wl_sthasia_afp/srilankaunrest_071025043004;_ylt=AuwFaSEMWRaOoV4uTLxrDgstM8oA Sri Lanka urges SARC member countries to play effective role in countering terrorism in the region http://www.asiantribune.com/index.php?q=node/7980 North Korea said unable to stall on nuclear deal http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071024/ts_nm/korea_north_usa_dc_1;_ylt=AlsuaAkJR9kmTDfqOgUfiCqCscEA (Australia) Delays plague Sydney terrorism trial http://www.smh.com.au/news/national/delays-plague-sydney-terrorism-trial/2007/10/25/1192941205558.html (Australia) Andrews denies being given info on evidence against Haneef http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Top_Headlines/I_wasnt_given_info_on_evidence_against_Haneef_Andrews/articleshow/2489053.cms (New Zealand) 'I'm no terrorist' - terror raids suspect http://www.stuff.co.nz/dominionpost/4249118a25422.html Other News: (U.S.) Maryland: Official denies backing bid to stop Muslim plan http://www.baltimoresun.com/news/local/bal-md.muslims25oct25,0,2367443.story?track=rss (U.S.) NYC: A Soft Jihad Grows in Brooklyn -- Khalil Gibran International Academy (KGIA) http://www.humanevents.com/article.php?id=23020 Italy: Minister to present 'charter of values' to Muslims http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Religion/?id=1.0.1467826299 Italy: Eighth mosque attacked in northern region of Lombardy http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Religion/?id=1.0.1472225001 (Netherlands) One in 20 Dutch is Muslim - lower than previously believed http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=1&story_id=45246 Against Nazi News: (UK) War graves defaced with Nazi symbols http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/10/25/ngraves125.xml October 24, 2007 PM Anti-Terrorism News - Addendum (U.S.) Terror suspect Mohamed Elzahabi is denied new trial on immigration charges http://www.startribune.com/462/story/1505511.html (Iraq) U.S. outlines Baghdad security handover plan - Most of Baghdad to be turned over to Iraqi control by end of 2008 http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071024/wl_nm/iraq_handover_dc_2 October 24, 2007 PM Anti-Terrorism News (U.S.) South Carolina Pipe Bomb Plot: Egyptian Student pleads not guilty to bomb charge -- Ahmed Abdellatif Sherif Mohamed http://abcnews.go.com/US/wireStory?id=3770226 http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071024/ap_on_re_us/explosives_arrest (U.S.) Behind Enemy Lines With a Suburban Counterterrorist http://www.wired.com/politics/security/magazine/15-11/ff_rossmiller (U.S./Canada) Rice admits U.S. mishandled case of Canada's Arar - Canadian was deported to Syria and tortured http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071024/wl_nm/usa_arar_dc_1 (U.S.) Daniel Pearl's widow drops suit against al-Qaida, others http://www.kvia.com/Global/story.asp?S=7260485&nav=AbC0 (U.S.) Steven Emerson Sets the Record Straight on Holy Land Trial http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/10/steven_emerson_sets_the_record.php (Iraq) Military: Two soldiers killed, eight wounded in two attacks -- in Salahuddin province http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/24/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq-US-Casualties.php (Iraq) US military detains two al-Qaeda operatives in al-Diwaniya http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1851581&Language=en (Afghanistan) Jihad Commander in Afghanistan Sheikh Al-Ustadh Yasser in New Al-Sahab Video: 'The American is an Infidel Fighting the Muslims – Hence, the Muslims Must Fight Him Everywhere' http://www.memri.org/bin/latestnews.cgi?ID=SD174907 (Afghanistan) NATO nations offer more troops for Afghanistan http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071024/wl_afp/natounrestafghanistan (Al Qaeda) Bin Laden Sounds the Call of Defeat in Iraq (updated with transcript) http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/10/bin_laden_sounds_the_call_of_d.php (Al Qaeda) Latest bin Laden message 'the most important in al-Qaeda's history' http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1468167358 (Iran) Bomb Iran? U.S. Requests Bunker-Buster Bombs http://abcnews.go.com/Politics/story?id=3771522&page=1 Mauritania court issues terror charges against 3 men http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/24/africa/AF-GEN-Mauritania-Terrorist-Suspects.php (Tunisia) Former Guantanamo detainee convicted at home in Tunisia on terror charges http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/24/africa/AF-GEN-Tunisia-Guantanamo-Detainee.php Transforming U.S. Efforts to Fight Transnational Terrorist Networks http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/10/transforming_us_efforts_to_fig.php A Long-Term Crisis in Need of Immediate Remedy http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/10/a_longterm_crisis_in_need_of_i.php Federal Financial Regulators Should Provide More Guidance to Stop Terrorists http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/10/federal_financial_regulators_s.php German officials mark 30th anniversary of Red Army Faction terror wave http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/24/europe/EU-GEN-Germany-Red-Army-Faction.php Other News: "Islamic Finance or Financing Islamism?" - The Center for Security Policy, October 2007, No. 29, by Alex Alexiev http://www.centerforsecuritypolicy.org/modules/newsmanager/center%20publication%20pdfs/alexiev%20islamic%20finance.pdf http://www.familysecuritymatters.org/terrorism.php?id=1385092 Bowing to the Islamists http://www.washingtontimes.com/article/20071024/EDITORIAL/110240005/1013 (U.S.) Maryland: Commission Blocks Plan to Build Muslim Center in Maryland http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/10/24/AR2007102401427.html October 24, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News (Iraq) Simultaneous bombings kill 8 in Baghdad -- in Jisr Diyala http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071024/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq_071017233886;_ylt=Arl0C9BsFKTqTuRXDHj.13RX6GMA Turkey masses more troops, raids in Iraq confirmed http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071024/wl_nm/turkey_iraq_dc_33;_ylt=AtsBOmu9t6NRLfJlZ3ToUrRX6GMA Turkish jets bombed rebel positions in Iraq http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/focusoniraq/2007/October/focusoniraq_October154.xml§ion=focusoniraq Iraqi parliament speaker says his country can't control Kurdish rebels http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/24/africa/ME-GEN-Syria-Iraq-Kurds.php (Iraq) Kurdish Web Site Displays Photos of Captured Turkish Soldiers http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,304426,00.html (Iraq) Kurdish rebel spokesman says calls Iraqi PM's condemnation of group 'shameful' http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/24/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq-Turkey.php Iraq revokes security contractors' immunity http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071024/wl_afp/iraqunrestblackwater_071024115837;_ylt=Anrtt.6Hte1_BICyYt2x.jlX6GMA (Afghanistan) Several militants killed in Afghan clash -- in Nirkh district in Wardak province http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/afghanistan;_ylt=AvImH1bq9AlIqIHETed690nOVooA (Afghanistan) NATO under U.S. pressure for more Afghan troops http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071024/wl_nm/afghan_nato_pvs_brussels_dc_2;_ylt=AuR8w.raKbLwkpSXLmbzOujOVooA (Afghanistan) Taliban power grows in Afghanistan http://www.channel4.com/news/articles/politics/international_politics/taliban+power+grows+in+afghanistan/952162 http://www.channel4.com/news/articles/politics/international_politics/taliban+power+grows/952162 Pakistan deploys 2,500 soldiers at Islamic militant stronghold -- northwest frontier province -- and surrounding Maulana Fazlullah in the Swat district http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/October/subcontinent_October845.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/World/Pakistan/Pak_sends_troops_to_NWFP_to_counter_pro-Taliban_cleric/articleshow/2486484.cms (Pakistan) Seven hurt in landmine blast in SW Pakistan -- Baluchistan province http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1032041 (Pakistan) Attack on military convoy wounds five personnel in Pakistan -- Malakand division of Gilgit valley http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1031873 (Pakistan) Four suspected Qaeda terrorists held in Mardan http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\10\24\story_24-10-2007_pg7_6 (Pakistan) Three militants killed, 2 arrested in Dera Bugti http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\10\24\story_24-10-2007_pg7_30 (Pakistan) New 'Al Qaeda' assassination threat for Benazir Bhutto http://www.dawn.com/2007/10/24/top2.htm (Pakistan) 20 being questioned over suicide attack on Bhutto http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Top_Headlines/20_being_questioned_over_suicide_attack_on_Bhutto/articleshow/2486113.cms (Pakistan) Bhutto names 4 suspects in letter to Musharraf: Report http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Pak_media_names_4_in_Bhuttos_letter/articleshow/2486794.cms (Pakistan) Head of Bhutto blast probe withdraws from case http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071024/wl_sthasia_afp/pakistanpoliticsattacksprobe_071024131753;_ylt=ArNJM0.5VpiEUOXCOGd6bWzzPukA (Pakistan) Bhutto attack: Oct 18 bomber used manual trigger: report http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\10\24\story_24-10-2007_pg7_49 (Pakistan) "Imperialism's cronies will face attacks, says Sheikh Rashid" -- Rashid member of Pakistani government, Federal Railways Minister http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\10\24\story_24-10-2007_pg7_11 (Pakistan) Mosque bombings verdict reversed http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/south_asia/7060191.stm (Pakistan) Agenda of talks with Taliban to be discussed http://www.dawn.com/2007/10/24/top13.htm India jails 31 Islamists for life over 1998 blasts - killing 60 http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/October/subcontinent_October844.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (U.S.) Terror watch list swells to more than 755,000 names http://www.usatoday.com/news/nation/2007-10-23-Watchlist_N.htm (U.S.) Fewer think US adequately thwarting terror http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071024/ap_on_re_us/foreign_affairs_poll_2;_ylt=Airlb9ETBe7zC8mWawWZfwITv5UB (U.S.) HLF Trial: Washington may rethink terror cases after mistrial: experts http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071023/us_nm/security_holyland_dc (U.S.) HLF Trial: Motion For Retrial - commentary by IBD http://www.ibdeditorials.com/IBDArticles.aspx?id=278031924272951 (U.S.) IPT: "MASterful Lies" - article on Mahdi Bray, head of Muslim American Society's "civil rights" arm, the Freedom Foundation http://www.investigativeproject.org/article/530 (U.S.) Miami: Teacher who attacked base had death wish, FBI says -- Tahmeed Ahmad arrested after attacking the Homestead Air Reserve Base http://www.miamiherald.com/460/story/280906.html Iran: UN decisions on atomic plans worthless http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/October/middleeast_October342.xml§ion=middleeast (Iran) UK prime minister backs sanctions against Iran, doesn't exclude military action http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/24/europe/EU-GEN-Britain-Iran.php (Iran) Bush pushes missile defense to foil Iran http://www.washingtontimes.com/article/20071024/NATION/110240048/1002 Iran "perhaps single greatest" security risk to US: Rice http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071024/pl_afp/usirannucleardiplomacyrice_071024141828;_ylt=AoYngeL2raDdWjW2gouF16ITv5UB (Lebanon) In Letter to U.N. Secretary-General, Lebanese Prime Minister Accuses Syria of Being Behind Fath Al-Islam http://memri.org/bin/latestnews.cgi?ID=SD174707 'Syria was preparing for Israeli attack' http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?c=JPArticle&cid=1192380638992&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Syria) Photographs Said to Show Israeli Target Inside Syria http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/10/23/AR2007102302577.html?hpid=topnews (Syria) Photos said to show Israeli target in Syria http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/October/middleeast_October334.xml§ion=middleeast&col= Syrian official dismisses reports that Israeli raid last month targeted nuclear facility http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/24/africa/ME-GEN-Syria-Israel.php (Gaza) Palestinian militant killed in Israeli air strike http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/October/middleeast_October333.xml§ion=middleeast&col= Egyptian authorities uncover large explosives cache near Gaza border http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/24/africa/ME-GEN-Egypt-Explosives.php Fatah-affiliated group claims shooting attack http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1192380641804&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Palestinian Territories) U.S. Army officers e-mailing terrorists -- Author slams 'clueless' American trainers, says Washington arming, funding jihadists http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=58303 Middle East: US to give $410 million in aid to Palestinian Authority http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1467322843 Report: Texas, Canadian Web Hosting Companies Helping Palestinian Islamic Jihad http://mypetjawa.mu.nu/archives/189871.php Jordan's military court acquits alleged al-Qaida-linked militant for lack of evidence http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/24/africa/ME-GEN-Jordan-Terror-Trial.php (Bahrain) Terror suspects 'funded attacks' http://www.gulf-daily-news.com/Story.asp?Article=197709&Sn=BNEW&IssueID=30218 (Somalia) 5 Somalis killed in minibus explosion - in the Fagah area of north Mogadishu http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/24/africa/AF-GEN-Somalia.php (Algeria) Key al-Qaeda leader meeting fails http://www.elkhabar.com/FrEn/lire.php?ida=84698&idc=52 Algeria: awareness-raising campaigns to protect children from Al-Qaeda http://www.echoroukonline.com/english/modules.php?name=News&file=article&sid=8025 (Canada) Tories table two more anti-terrorism measures http://www.canada.com/nationalpost/story.html?id=7e302b3b-5d16-4ac5-b82e-d1339626e97b&k=90684 Canada introduces controversial anti-terror provisions http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/23/america/NA-GEN-Canada-Anti-Terror-Bill.php Russia says detains two Muslims for train blast -- August 13 explosion http://abcnews.go.com/International/wireStory?id=3768685 (Russia) Second blast in troubled Russian region -- roadside bomb injured two people in Russia's troubled Dagestan region http://www.reuters.com/article/europeCrisis/idUSL23220088 (Kyrgyz Republic) Man With Banned Islamic Group Literature Held in Kyrgyz North -- Hizb-ut Tahrir literature http://www.redorbit.com/news/technology/1115099/man_with_banned_islamic_group_literature_held_in_kyrgyz_north/index.html?source=r_technology Spain: Six detained after Islamist terrorist cell uncovered -- in the northern Spanish city of Burgos http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1467609206 (Spain) Police seize 'world jihad' team - Men accused of using the Internet to recruit for and plot a 'world jihad' http://www.cnn.com/2007/WORLD/europe/10/24/spain.arrests/index.html Spanish judge indicts 22 for terror -- suspected of links to a recruitment network sending fighters to Iraq http://www.time.com/time/world/article/0,8599,1674944,00.html?xid=rss-topstories http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071024/ap_on_re_eu/europe_terror_arrests Italy: North Africans found guilty of terrorist links -- accused of having ties to an Iraqi guerilla group, Ansar al-Islam http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1467322237 France makes seventh arrest in alleged network recruiting Iraq fighters -- update http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/24/europe/EU-GEN-France-Terrorism-Arrests.php (UK) Jail 'hardening' terror convicts http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/7058955.stm (Ireland) Suspected IRA dissident to face retrial for Omagh car-bomb massacre http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/23/europe/EU-GEN-Ireland-Omagh-Bomb.php (Thailand) Insurgent drive-by kills two children in South -- wounds 4 adults http://www.bangkokpost.com/breaking_news/breakingnews.php?id=122933 (Thailand) Police get rid of bomb just in time -- in Chana district http://www.bangkokpost.com/News/24Oct2007_news08.php (Thailand) Report: Poorly trained militias hindering efforts to tackle Thai insurgency http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/24/asia/AS-GEN-Thailand-Southern-Violence.php Philippine forces capture Abu Sayyaf militant suspected of beheading marines http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/24/asia/AS-GEN-Philippines-Abu-Sayyaf.php Philippine police mall blast theory rejected -- property firm rejects police theory that gas explosion caused blast http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071024/wl_asia_afp/philippinesblast_071024072730;_ylt=ApVpPi_xC3xBsOlhXsG4dVdUKYUA (Philippines) PNP probes army official who found plastic bag with RDX http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/storypage.aspx?StoryId=96922 Sri Lanka says kills 11 rebels in northern clashes http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/October/subcontinent_October840.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= Sri Lanka rebel attack further detailed http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071024/ap_on_re_as/sri_lanka_civil_war_1;_ylt=AhOabQkRSFaMD6GUpTcVkcotM8oA (Sri Lanka) LTTE outraged at public display of suicide bombers (my title) http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071024/wl_sthasia_afp/srilankaunrestmilitarybodies_071024123215;_ylt=AiUyAelTExOKphWkTS3UQU0tM8oA (North Korea) Official: NKorean nuke disablement close http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071024/ap_on_re_as/koreas_nuclear_2;_ylt=Am7ydWKmduskekGz.RDEBiCCscEA SAARC police chiefs call for formation of an institutional mechanism on terrorism http://news.webindia123.com/news/Articles/India/20071024/802916.html (Columbia) Two more Colombian regional election candidates killed -- FARC suspected http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071024/wl_afp/colombiavotecrimemurder_071024041139;_ylt=AoNrT6nbhF2wisjXzIC6yQ6wv7kA Australian leader denies deal with Cheney to free al-Qaida supporter Hicks http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1192380637146&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull MEMRI: Islamist Websites Change Tactics: The Case of the Al-Ekhlaas Forum http://memri.org/bin/latestnews.cgi?ID=SD174507 SAARC police chiefs call for formation of an institutional mechanism on terrorism http://news.webindia123.com/news/Articles/India/20071024/802916.html (Australia) Top UN job for counter-terrorism expert http://www.radioaustralia.net.au/news/stories/s2068872.htm (New Zealand) Terror raids suspect beaten in jail http://www.stuff.co.nz/4248081a10.html Other News: (U.S.) JihadWatch.org: The Muslim American Society declares victory http://www.jihadwatch.org/archives/018554.php (UK) "Asian" petrol station worker 'refused to serve Afghanistan war veteran because he was in uniform' http://www.dailymail.co.uk/pages/live/articles/news/news.html?in_article_id=489407&in_page_id=1770 (Netherlands) Dutch government statistics agency cuts estimate of Muslim population http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/24/europe/EU-GEN-Netherlands-Islam.php (U.S.) Nonie Darwish at Berkeley -- by Zombie http://www.zombietime.com/darwish_berkeley/ (Israel) ADL condemns arson of Jerusalem church http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1192380639174&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull October 23, 2007 PM Anti-Terrorism News (Al Qaeda) U.S. says latest bin Laden tape 'authentic' http://www.reuters.com/article/domesticNews/idUSN2327619320071023?rpc=401& Video of Bin Laden Tape for download - Laura Mansfield web site http://subscribers.lauramansfield.com/video/AsSahab/200710/obl_20071023.rm Bin Laden calls for jihad against Darfur peacekeepers http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/23/africa/ME-GEN-Bin-Laden-Sudan.php?WT.mc_id=rssafrica (Iraq) Sharp drop seen in US deaths in Iraq - 20,000 Iraqi "Concerned Citizens" signed up in past 4 months http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071023/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq_deaths_decline;_ylt=Aub20JwwqTRtw2lwy4ojOXys0NUE A Kurdish Lesson: Terrorist groups often have nine lives - '(t)errorist groups never die. At best they just fade away.' http://www.opinionjournal.com/columnists/bstephens/?id=110010769 (U.S.) Bad News for Holy Land Defendants - Palestinian Authority closed zakats because of HAMAS ties, undercutting HLF http://www.americanthinker.com/blog/2007/10/bad_news_for_holy_land_defenda.html (U.S.) Ohio No Stranger to Radical Islam - "A budding Hamas support network" - Steven Emerson quoted http://www.cbn.com/cbnnews/252977.aspx (France) 6 arrested in French investigation of alleged Iraq recruitment network http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/23/europe/EU-GEN-France-Terrorism-Arrests.php?WT.mc_id=rsseurope (Iran) US sees more banks leaving Tehran http://www.ft.com/cms/s/0/e5401cdc-80be-11dc-9f14-0000779fd2ac.html?nclick_check=1 (Israel) Sderot home suffers direct hit in latest Kassam rocket attack http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1192380628338&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Other News: Chomsky: Danish cartoons 'attacked Islam' http://greatreporter.com/mambo/content/view/1261/9/ October 23, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News (Russia) Suicide bomber blows up mini-bus in Dagestan, 8 hurt -- woman suicide bomber http://www.itar-tass.com/eng/level2.html?NewsID=11995548&PageNum=0 http://english.pravda.ru/news/russia/23-10-2007/99332-dagestan_bomb-0 http://news.monstersandcritics.com/europe/news/article_1367761.php/Five_injured_as_suicide_bomber_targets_mini-bus_in_Dagestan (Afghanistan) 12 Taliban die in firefight, Afghan military says -- Jalrez district of Wardak province -- and 5 suspected militants arrested in Kandahar http://news.monstersandcritics.com/southasia/news/article_1367745.php/12_Taliban_die_in_firefight_Afghan_military_says Afghan battle kills militants, civilians, officials say -- 20 suspected militants killed in airstrike in Wardak province http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/23/asia/AS-GEN-Afghan-Violence.php (Afghanistan) Security fears up sharply among Afghans: survey http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071023/wl_sthasia_afp/afghanistansurvey_071023065237;_ylt=AsmdRM9q4hxtAdWUzn1NizXOVooA (Afghanistan) NATO meeting to focus on Afghanistan, Kosovo http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1031453 (Iraq) U.S. airstrike in Iraq kills 11, including civilians -- terrorists planting bomb south of Samarra http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071023/ts_nm/iraq_dc_2;_ylt=AgSZcvLiIm.0jOi.JDUEqC9X6GMA Turkish leader says Iraq has not dealt with PKK, and Turkey will make own decisions http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/23/europe/EU-GEN-Britain-Turkey.php Turkey continues buildup along Iraq border http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071023/ap_on_re_mi_ea/turkey_071022232516;_ylt=AhiSoi1fK9pLAFcELdU4Wn1X6GMA Iraq promises Turkey it will crack down on rebels http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071023/wl_nm/turkey_iraq_dc_19;_ylt=Ag0V61ushVP6C9W3ubRnEr7tfLkA Iraq: Kurdish rebels to announce ceasefire, says president http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1459791703 (Iraq) Civilians braced for Turkish attack on Kurds http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/10/23/wturk123.xml (Iraq) The women rebels who are ready to fight and die for the Kurdish cause http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/iraq/article2719702.ece (Iraq) 2 reports assail U.S. State Dept. role on Iraq security http://www.iht.com/articles/2007/10/23/america/23contractor.php (Pakistan) Five 'militants' held near Zhob http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\10\23\story_23-10-2007_pg7_3 (Pakistan) Female suicide squad threatens to attack Bhutto http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/World/Pakistan/Female_suicide_squad_threatens_to_attack_Bhutto/articleshow/2482938.cms (Pakistan) Bomber could attack Bhutto in garb of female -- lawyer http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1031530 (Pakistan) Official: 2 bombers in Bhutto blast http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071023/ap_on_re_as/pakistan_143;_ylt=AvGr8ka9UnN.i07brmstuUzzPukA (Pakistan) Preliminary report about bomb attack on Bhutto presented to president http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\10\23\story_23-10-2007_pg1_2 (Pakistan) Afghan Taliban commander denies involvement in Bhutto attack http://www.dawn.com/2007/10/23/top9.htm (Pakistan) Extremists threatened by Musharraf-Bhutto power-sharing deal: WSJ http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\10\23\story_23-10-2007_pg7_10 Pakistan: Tribe raises volunteer force to expel foreign militants http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1462734019 Pakistan: Girls avoid schools in north-west as 'veil deadline' expires -- schools without veiled girls to be blown up http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1462734207 (Pakistan) Five Taliban militants arrested in Balochistan http://www.satp.org/satporgtp/detailed_news.asp?date1=10/23/2007#13 'Pakistan govt supporting pro-Taliban groups' -- report states Pakistan government is supporting Islamist groups close to the Taliban in its attempt to suppress tribal insurgency in Balochistan http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Pak_supporting_pro-Taliban_groups/articleshow/2482547.cms http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2007/10/23/report_raises_concerns_about_balochistan/1542/ (Pakistan) Bush asks US Congress for $60 million for Pakistan's tribal areas http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\10\23\story_23-10-2007_pg7_42 (Pakistan) Congresswoman: 'US should prepare contingency plan for Pakistan' http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/World/The_United_States/US_should_prepare_contingency_plan_for_Pakistan/articleshow/2479887.cms India provides Pakistan with vital leads on recent terror strikes http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1031521 (India) Lethal similarity between terror strikes - Bombs at Mecca Masjid, Samjhuata Express & Ajmer the work of same person or cell http://www.ndtv.com/convergence/ndtv/story.aspx?id=NEWEN20070030289&ch=10/22/2007%209:50:00%20PM (India J&K) Separatist guerrilla surrenders in Indian-administered Kashmir http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1031553 (India Assam) Assam rebels surrender, say 'frustrated' with leaders http://news.webindia123.com/news/Articles/India/20071023/801473.html (U.S.) Holy Land Foundation Trial: Gov't Likely to Retry Muslim Charity -- Juror William Neal: "there was so little evidence" http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/M/MUSLIM_CHARITY_TRIAL?SITE=AP&SECTION=HOME&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT&CTIME=2007-10-23-09-09-36 (U.S.) Dallas Morning News report on HLF trial aftermath: 'There was not enough evidence' - Defendants celebrate as U.S. vows to retry case -- Juror William Neal: "There were so many gaps in the evidence, I could drive a truck through it" http://www.dallasnews.com/sharedcontent/dws/news/localnews/stories/DN-holyland_23met.ART0.State.Edition1.4241b32.html (U.S.) Navy SEAL's family gets Medal of Honor - First Medal of Honor for Afghanistan action http://www.usatoday.com/news/washington/2007-10-22-medal-of-honor_N.htm?csp=34 (Iran) Israel: 'We must be ready to preempt threats' http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1192380626865&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Israeli troops advance near town in Gaza Strip http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1031579 Israeli army 'kills two Palestinian militants' in Jenin raid http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1462360027 (Israel) Three Kassam rockets fired at western Negev http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1192380629252&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Israel to come under Sharia law, says Israeli Arab cleric http://www.israeltoday.co.il/default.aspx?tabid=178&nid=14338 Indonesia: Largest Islamic group 'ready to mediate' between Fatah and Hamas http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Religion/?id=1.0.1462236200 (Bahrain) Trial of Al Qaeda suspects opens in Bahrain http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/October/middleeast_October320.xml§ion=middleeast&col= (Yemen) I'm born again, says freed Gitmo detainee - Sadeq Mohammed Saeed -- traveled to Afghanistan for Jihad -- viewed as holy duty http://www.yobserver.com/front-page/10013089.html Somalia releases UN food agency chief http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071023/wl_afp/somaliaunrestunrelease_071023091238;_ylt=AvUw2qXPwT4.9rXgtFeR7vpn.3QA (Sudan) Six Darfur rebel factions to boycott peace talks http://africa.reuters.com/country/SD/news/usnMCD330740.html (Nigeria) Hostage oil workers released in Nigeria http://africa.reuters.com/top/news/usnBAN326107.html (Canada) Toronto terror suspect denied bail -- Steven Chand - in an alleged plot to blow up public buildings and behead Canada's prime minister http://afp.google.com/article/ALeqM5jZN7BLelDIu8LhecCsssAPkRIezQ (Canada) Ottawa unveils terror trial 'advocates' http://www.theglobeandmail.com/servlet/story/RTGAM.20071023.wsecurity23/BNStory/National/home Canada Revises Indefinite Terror Jailing http://ap.google.com/article/ALeqM5golBvQBKMTPOXqGO8QGc9LsfMjpA (UK) Scotland: Terror Student Jailed For Eight Years -- Mohammed Atif Siddique sentenced -- provided training material on booby-trap bomb-making and threatened to become a suicide bomber http://news.sky.com/skynews/article/0,,30100-1289567,00.html?f=rss http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/scotland/tayside_and_central/7056707.stm http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/23/europe/EU-GEN-Britain-Terrorism.php (UK) Omar Bakri Mohammed vows to return to UK (my title) http://www.people.co.uk/news/tm_headline=i-ll-be-bak-ri&method=full&objectid=19984353&siteid=93463-name_page.html (UK/Libya) New Report from NEFA Foundation: "The Libyan Islamic Fighting Group (LIFG)" http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/10/new_report_from_nefa_foundatio_1.php (UK) New fight over terror detention http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/10/23/ncrime323.xml Netherlands: AIVD report on Islamic neo-radicalism published in English http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/10/netherlands-aivd-report-on-islamic-neo.html -- PDF file - "The radical dawa in transition: The rise of Islamic neoradicalism in the Netherlands" http://www.aivd.nl/contents/pages/90181/theradicaldawaintransition.pdf (Spain) ETA 'plans attack on high speed train link' http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=81&story_id=45195 http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2007/10/22/spain_eta_planning_train_attack/5562/ (Italy) Suspected anarchist letter-bombers arrested http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,22636577-23109,00.html Philippine police rule out bomb in mall blast http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071023/wl_nm/philippines_blast_dc_2;_ylt=ApVpPi_xC3xBsOlhXsG4dVdUKYUA (Philippines) US Pacific Command cites ties with RP in fight vs terror http://globalnation.inquirer.net/news/breakingnews/view_article.php?article_id=96272 (Sri Lanka) Tamil Tiger suicide squad in audacious strike http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/10/23/wlanka123.xml (Sri Lanka) 'TV talent show may have helped Lanka rebels' http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/October/subcontinent_October795.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (North Korea) Bush asks Congress for $106 million for North Korean aid http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1192380625838&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Australia denies secret US deal on Guantanamo detainee http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071023/wl_asia_afp/australiausattacksguantanamojusticehicks_071023071503;_ylt=AoJ40ejs6k68sq1W3d95wgoTv5UB (New Zealand) Anti-terror raids cause turmoil in New Zealand http://www.iht.com/articles/2007/10/22/asia/nz.php (New Zealand) Terror raid suspect bailed http://www.stuff.co.nz/4247925a12855.html Commentary: Talking with Terrorists: Part 1 http://www.catholic.org/international/international_story.php?id=25737 Other News: (U.S.) Maryland: Uneasy Feelings Moving In -- Muslim Sect's Proposal for Extensive Center Unsettles Small Frederick County Tow http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/10/22/AR2007102202357.html?hpid=moreheadlines (UK) 'Super mosque' go-ahead likely http://www.yorkshirepost.co.uk/localnews/39Super-mosque39-goahead-likely.3402253.jp (Belgium) Students want halal food http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=24&story_id=45213 http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/10/belgium-university-students-want-halal.html (Belgium) Teacher may wear headscarf http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=24&story_id=45214 http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/10/belgium-schools-may-not-ban-veils.html (France) "Make Hirsi Ali honorary French citizen" http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=1&story_id=45201 October 22, 2007 PM Anti-Terrorism News (Al Qaeda) Osama Bin Laden Message Urges Jihadists to Unite in Iraq -- news roundup - Jeffrey Imm http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/10/obl_iraq_unite.php (Al Qaeda) Bin Laden issues Iraq message - new Bin Laden audio tape urges Iraq Jihadists to unite http://english.aljazeera.net/NR/exeres/561695F6-E99B-4AB2-A56D-949D764076CE.htm http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071022/ts_nm/iraq_binladen_dc http://blogs.abcnews.com/theblotter/2007/10/worried-bin-lad.html http://www.lauramansfield.com/j/default.asp (U.S.) Holy Land Foundation Trial: Judge declares mistrial in Holy Land Foundation case -- Jurors unable to reach unanimous decision on most counts -- government plans retrial http://www.dallasnews.com/sharedcontent/dws/news/localnews/stories/102207dnmetholyland.1878fd716.html (U.S.) Confusion Clouds HLF Verdicts -- Some acquittals not accepted after three jurors dispute the outcome http://www.investigativeproject.org/article/527 http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/10/confusion_clouds_hlf_verdicts.php (U.S.) A Hung Jury in The Holy Land Foundation Case http://www.douglasfarah.com/article/264/a-hung-jury-in-the-holy-land-foundation-case.com http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/10/a_hung_jury_in_the_holy_land_f.php US tries to stop Turk incursion in Iraq http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071022/ap_on_go_ca_st_pe/us_turkey (U.S.) White House sends Congress expanded war funding request http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071022/ts_alt_afp/usiraqafghanistanmilitarybudget (Pakistan) Militants bomb Pakistan army convoy, 1 soldier dead, 2 wounded -- North Waziristan http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/22/asia/AS-GEN-Pakistan-Violence.php (Pakistan) Blasts targeting Bhutto in Pakistan were carried out by two suicide bombers http://www.iht.com/articles/2007/10/22/europe/pak.php (Pakistan) Karachi mixes business and bombings http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071022/ap_on_re_as/pakistan_city_of_chaos (Pakistan) Waziristan to be pacified 'once and for all' http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\10\20\story_20-10-2007_pg1_10 Official says new operation sending 'clear' message to militants Militants may target Lahore, Karachi and Islamabad to distract army Pakistan plans all-out war on militants http://www.atimes.com/atimes/South_Asia/IJ19Df01.html Iran Minister: Econ Strong Despite US' 'Financial Terrorism' http://www.nasdaq.com/aspxcontent/NewsStory.aspx?cpath=20071022\ACQDJON200710221613DOWJONESDJONLINE000556.htm&selected=9999&selecteddisplaysymbol=9999&StoryTargetFrame=_top&mkt=WORLD&chk=unchecked&lang=&link=&headlinereturnpage=http://www.international.na (UK) 'Skepticism' on terror detentions http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/uk_politics/7056757.stm (Maldives) Terrorists threaten tourist paradise http://www.news.com.au/travel/story/0,23483,22626181-27977,00.html?from=mostpop Other News: (U.S.) Media, Students Mobilizing in Favor of Islamofascism http://littlegreenfootballs.com/weblog/?entry=27639_Media_Students_Mobilizing_in_Favor_of_Islamofascism&only October 22, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News (Iraq) Bombings in Baghdad kill at least 7 -- explosions in Zafaraniyah and roadside bomb in Karradah Shiite areas, advisor to Sunni politician gunned down http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071022/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq_071017233860;_ylt=AtGRrN3grMVhbbLBDkIDPF5X6GMA Iraq: At least 60 killed in clashes north of Baghdad -- between al-Qaeda and the Islamic Army in the area of al-Khannasa http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1458367536 (Iraq) American Army in Iraq accuses Iran of deploying sophisticated missiles http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1031019 (Iraq) U.S.: Al Qaeda Using Iraqi Government Vehicles, Ambulances http://blogs.abcnews.com/theblotter/2007/10/us-al-qaeda-usi.html (Iraq) U.S. Planners See Shiite Militias as Rising Threat http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/10/21/AR2007102101577.html?hpid%3Dtopnews&sub=AR Turkey considers Iraq attack - after 17 Turkish soldiers killed in Kurdish rebel attack http://www.channel4.com/news/articles/politics/international_politics/turkey+considers+iraq+attack/945462 Turkish Prime Minister warns US: we will attack Kurdish rebels in Iraq http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/europe/article2710139.ece Turkey: confirms 8 troops missing after ambush http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071022/ap_on_re_mi_ea/turkey_6;_ylt=AnemXRugm1ECbeqGuY4g2nftfLkA (Turkey) Emergency Turkish summit ends http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1030949 (Afghanistan) Suicide bomber kills himself, injuries 3 civilians in Afghanistan -- near NATO convoy in Helmand's Girishk - bastion for Taliban (my title) http://ca.today.reuters.com/news/newsArticle.aspx?rpc=401&type=topNews&storyID=2007-10-22T115254Z_01_ISL241674_RTRIDST_0_NEWS-AFGHAN-VIOLENCE-COL.XML&archived=False http://news.xinhuanet.com/english/2007-10/22/content_6924737.htm (Afghanistan) Gates faults NATO on Afghanistan http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071022/ap_on_re_eu/gates_16 (Afghanistan) Remember the Name of This U.S. Enemy: Haqqani http://www.nydailynews.com/blogs/dc/2007/10/remember_the_name_of_this_us_e.html Core al-Qa'eda leadership still growing http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/10/22/wqaeda222.xml 'Al Qaeda Driven by Undiminished Intent to Attack Homeland' -- by Adrian Morgan http://www.familysecuritymatters.org/terrorism.php?id=1385066 (Pakistan) Militant killed in botched Pakistan bomb blast -- Taliban Jihadist trying to plan bomb bomb in women's right group office in Karak tow http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071022/wl_sthasia_afp/pakistanafghanistanunrest_071022101439;_ylt=AvOZmZQ4y6LSnLwpJpRf6THzPukA (Pakistan) Taliban may attend jirga in Islamabad: National Assembly Member Munir Khan Orakzai http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\10\22\story_22-10-2007_pg1_7 Pakistan: 29 known suicide bombings in 2007 (my title) http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\10\22\story_22-10-2007_pg7_24 (Pakistan) US should secure Pakistan's nuclear weapons: senator http://www.dawn.com/2007/10/22/top6.htm (Pakistan) Attack on Bhutto: 'Both blasts caused by suicide bombing' http://www.dawn.com/2007/10/22/top6.htm http://www.outlookindia.com/pti_news.asp?id=512914 Pakistan: No foreign involvement in blast probe http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/21416647/ Pakistan govt plans to ban political rallies http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/World/Pakistan/Pakistan_govt_plans_to_ban_political_rallies/articleshow/2481208.cms Pakistan considers ban on processions after attack on Bhutto http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/pakistan_dc;_ylt=AmsaqieWykCoy5LZRT5axrPzPukA (Pakistan) PPP will defy ban on rallies: Rabbani http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\10\22\story_22-10-2007_pg1_3 Pakistan's Army: Unprepared to tackle terrorism? Christian Science Monitor analysis http://www.csmonitor.com/2007/1022/p04s01-wosc.html Pakistan is world's most dangerous nation: Newsweek http://www.earthtimes.org/articles/show/128193.html http://www.newsweek.com/id/57485 (India J&K) Two Hizbul Mujahideen, one Al Badr militants nabbed in Kashmir http://news.webindia123.com/news/Articles/India/20071022/800263.html India to push for anti-terrorism pact at SAARC meet http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1031023 India to seek data on terror suspects http://www.hindu.com/2007/10/22/stories/2007102258320100.htm (India) 1993 blasts: Sanjay Dutt surrenders http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/93_blasts_Dutt_gets_verdict_copy_surrenders_/articleshow/2481039.cms (India) Seven cops injured in Naxal firing http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Seven_cops_injured_in_Naxal_firing/articleshow/2480261.cms Philippines: Islamic militants blamed for fatal bombing -- Manila on high alert -- suspicions of bigger attack planned http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1458094713 (Philippines) No bomb components found at Glorietta blast site http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/storypage.aspx?StoryId=96651 (Philippines) DFA operating normally despite bomb threat http://newsinfo.inquirer.net/breakingnews/nation/view_article.php?article_id=95983 (U.S.) Holy Land Foundation Trial: Security tight for Holy Land verdict today http://www.dallasnews.com/sharedcontent/dws/news/localnews/stories/DN-holyland_22met.ART.State.Edition2.4223ef0.html (U.S.) Gates urges more action on terrorism http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071022/ap_on_re_eu/gates_12;_ylt=AltKFOJjoYRG6KWFMCVaIUETv5UB (U.S.) 2 men plead guilty in US court in Colombian terror case http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/21/america/NA-GEN-US-Terrorism-Case-Colombia.php Iran to France: sanctions won't stop atomic plans http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071022/ts_nm/iran_nuclear_france_dc_2 (Iran) Cheney Says US, International Community Will Not Allow Iran to Obtain Nuclear Weapon http://abcnews.go.com/Politics/wireStory?id=3757196 Iran would need 3-8 years to produce bomb: IAEA chief http://au.news.yahoo.com/071022/15/14ql3.html Iran's Ahmadinejad: 'Annapolis is a trap set by Zionists' http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1192380622616&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Lebanon) Hezbollah warns it would consider a US base in Lebanon a 'hostile act' http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/22/africa/ME-GEN-Lebanon-US.php (Lebanon) Hezbollah: Nasrallah's deputy: We will continue to fight, take captives http://www.ynetnews.com/articles/0,7340,L-3462481,00.html Lebanese presidential vote delayed to Nov. 12 http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/October/middleeast_October293.xml§ion=middleeast&col= (Gaza) Car carrying Hamas members explodes in Gaza http://in.reuters.com/article/worldNews/idINIndia-30103620071022 (Gaza) Islamic Jihad, Hamas clashes result in 12 deaths in Rafah http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1030953 (Gaza) Islamist rivals agree pact to end Gaza clashes http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/October/middleeast_October292.xml§ion=middleeast&col= (Gaza) North Gaza air raid injures Palestinian activists -- in Beit Hanoun http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1030971 Hamas denounces U.S.-led peace talks http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2007/10/22/hamas_denounces_usled_peace_talks/5847/ Hamas heaps praise on 'no-land-for-Jews' cleric http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=58266 (Israel) Accusation: U.S. trained Fatah militias (my title) http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=58263 (Israel) 6 Kassam rockets fired at w. Negev http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1192380622142&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Saudi Arabia) Criticism of the Religious Discourse in Saudi Arabia -- for promoting extremism http://memri.org/bin/latestnews.cgi?ID=IA40007 (Russia) 2 rebels killed in Chechnya in skirmish with Russian troops http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/22/europe/EU-GEN-Russia-Chechnya.php (Africa) Al-Qa'eda target west from Horn of Africa -- Ethiopia, Somalia, Kenya http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml;jsessionid=MUPKLLS1WVRARQFIQMFCFF4AVCBQYIV0?xml=/news/2007/10/22/wqaeda122.xml -- related map http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/graphics/2007/10/22/wqaeda122big.gif Nigeria: Two Christians Murdered In Kaduna -- following Muslim leaders' appeal to wage violent Jihad http://compassdirect.org/en/display.php?page=news&lang=en&length=long&idelement=5090&backpage=summaries&critere=&countryname=&rowcur= Nigeria: Gunmen Kill 3 in Sokoto http://allafrica.com/stories/200710220733.html (Netherlands) Amsterdam: Six days of unrest follow Muslim death http://wpherald.com/articles/6038/1/Amsterdam-Six-days-of-unrest-follow-Muslim-death/Moroccan-man-shot-after-stabbing-two-policemen.html (Netherlands) Violence flares again in Amsterdam http://www.smh.com.au/news/World/Violence-flares-again-in-Amsterdam/2007/10/21/1192301122132.html (Ireland) Provisional IRA suspected of murdering man 'who refused to leave country' http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/uk/article2715278.ece Maldives fears foreign terror cells amid rising tensions http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Maldives_fears_foreign_terror_cells/articleshow/2479757.cms Sri Lanka Tiger rebel planes bomb air force base http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071022/wl_nm/srilanka_attack_dc_5;_ylt=AhPXQGbvFW8O0AMAvquqkF8tM8oA (Sri Lanka) Attack on Lankan air base kills 9 airmen, 20 rebels http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/October/subcontinent_October763.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= North Korea nuclear disablement may start next week http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071022/wl_nm/korea_north_dc_1;_ylt=Akv25wnWSwxUlH2P1jHgcsCCscEA (New Zealand) Bush possible New Zealand terror target: report http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071021/pl_afp/nzealandarrests_071021205413;_ylt=Am.qM8KDLAnf.K19tObvC_ATv5UB (New Zealand) Evidence 'will judge raids' -- PM Clark silent on claim of threats to leaders http://www.stuff.co.nz/dominionpost/4245840a25422.html Other News: Iran bans public affection http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2007/10/22/iran_bans_public_affection/3235/ Private banking seeks new Islamic niche http://www.ft.com/cms/s/0/8cdecf56-8038-11dc-b075-0000779fd2ac,dwp_uuid=cc9f419c-4bb1-11da-997b-0000779e2340.html?nclick_check=1 Pakistan to host international Islamic Capital Conference http://www.app.com.pk/en/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=19096&Itemid=2 (Energy Issues) U.S. warms to the Earth's 'untapped potential' http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20071022/BUSINESS/110220061/1001 Propaganda Alert: Washington Post - Why I Resigned: Muslim American Society's Esam Omeish http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/10/19/AR2007101901980.html Against Nazi News: German neo-Nazis stage mosque protest http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=26&story_id=45152 October 21, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News (Iraq) U.S. military says 49 militants killed in Sadr City http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/21/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq.php Iraq's Islamic party headquarters raided by US forces http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1849133&Language=en Turkey fires on Kurdish villages in Iraq http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/21/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq-Turkey.php (Turkey/Iraq) 38 dead in Turkey-Kurd clashes - PKK rebels kill 15 Turkish soldiers http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1030742 - and - 23 Kurdish rebels killed in attack on military patrol in southeastern Turkey - AFP story http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071021/ts_afp/turkeykurdsunresttoll_071021114647;_ylt=Aj0EiOWuU8.aRubip8Qx8C_tfLkA (Iraq) Kurdish rebels say they've taken Turkish troops hostage http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1192380613654&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Iraq) Kurdish government urges PKK gunmen to withdraw from Iraqi territories http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1030761 Iraqi president refuses to deliver rebel leaders to Turkey http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071021/wl_mideast_afp/turkeyiraqkurdsunrestbarzani_071021120748;_ylt=Atg_ntQJ5E9BqrEzA0llZPTtfLkA (Afghanistan) Eastern Afghan battle kills 20 Taliban, wounds 11 civilians -- Taliban using civilians as human shields - officials said Sunday (update) http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/21/asia/AS-GEN-Afghan-Violence.php (Afghanistan) Report: Taliban appoint new regional chief in Afghanistan -- Mullah Omar appoints Mawlawi Abdul Kabir as commander of Taliban loyalists in eastern Afghanistan http://news.xinhuanet.com/english/2007-10/21/content_6919050.htm Pakistan: Bhutto bomb attack - Suicide bomber had accomplices -- Bhutto attack suicide bomber had four or five accomplices http://ia.rediff.com/news/2007/oct/21pakpoll.htm http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/World/Pakistan/Karachi_blasts_Suicide_bomber_may_have_had_accomplices/rssarticleshow/2478673.cms Pakistan) Bhutto bomb attack - Head of 'another bomber' found http://www.dawn.com/2007/10/21/top4.htm (Pakistan) Bhutto to purge Pakistani intelligence service http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/10/21/wpak121.xml (Pakistan) Bhutto seeks international help in bombing probe http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071021/wl_nm/pakistan_dc_40;_ylt=AkQpiWK2KeH1yCF5J7A5B6jzPukA (Pakistan) Militants kill 2 tribal elders -- in Bajaur -- met with Taliban commander Baitullah Mahsud for cease-fire http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\10\21\story_21-10-2007_pg7_30 (Pakistan) Five Bugti tribesmen killed in bomb blast http://www.dawn.com/2007/10/21/top3.htm "Pakistan at tipping point after Bhutto attack" http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/October/subcontinent_October729.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= Pakistan: Where the Jihad Lives Now -- Islamic militants have spread beyond their tribal bases, and have the run of an unstable, nuclear-armed nation. http://www.newsweek.com/id/57485 (Pakistan) Amid Pakistan carnage, a 'nightmare scenario' for U.S. policy http://www.iht.com/articles/2007/10/21/news/musharraf.php (India J&K) Two Hizbul militants arrested with hawala money in J&K http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Two_Hizbul_militants_arrested_with_hawala_money_in_JK/articleshow/2478789.cms (Philippines) Grenade blast kills 3 children in Philippine public market http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/21/asia/AS-GEN-Philippines-Grenade-Blast.php (Philippines) Ilocos cops hold anti-terror meet with DFA http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/storypage.aspx?StoryId=96551 (Philippines) Glorietta blast originated from basement -- bomb experts http://newsinfo.inquirer.net/breakingnews/nation/view_article.php?article_id=95692 (U.S.) Guantanamo Bay: Pressure Alleged in Detainees' Hearings -- Washington Post report http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/10/20/AR2007102001002.html (Iran) US will not be able to use Afghanistan to attack: Iran http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\10\21\story_21-10-2007_pg7_37 Hamas divisions over Gaza takeover laid bare by criticism from ex-official http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/21/africa/ME-GEN-Palestinians-Hamas.php (Palestinian Territories) Fayyad says Palestinians doing "best we can" to rein in militants http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/21/africa/ME-GEN-Israel-Fayyad.php Palestinian woman killed in clashes between Hamas and Islamic Jihad south Gaza http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/20/africa/ME-GEN-Gaza-Clashes.php (Gaza) Israeli missile kills 2 Palestinians off Gaza http://www.reuters.com/article/middleeastCrisis/idUSL20107786 Gazans fear return of security anarchy http://www.ynetnews.com/articles/0,7340,L-3462082,00.html (Israel) Terrorists attempted to hit Olmert during Jericho visit in August http://www.ynetnews.com/articles/0,7340,L-3462118,00.html Yemeni government troops, gunmen engage in renewed fighting -- Saba http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1030644 (Sudan) Tribal clashes leave 43 people killed in Sudan http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1029398 Ethiopian Govt Denies Rebel Attack Killing 140 Soldiers http://www.voanews.com/english/2007-10-21-voa8.cfm?rss=africa (Ethiopia) Rebel group claims killing 140 Ethiopian soldiers http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/21/africa/AF-GEN-Ethiopia-Rebels.php (Nigeria) 7 oil workers kidnapped in Nigeria, official says http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/21/africa/AF-GEN-Nigeria-Oil-Unrest.php (Spain) Report: Algerian Fugitive in Madrid terror attack died in Iraq fighting http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/21/europe/EU-GEN-Spain-Terror-Suspect.php (Denmark) Report: CIA seized Egyptian terror suspect in Europe in 1995 in early alleged rendition case http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/21/europe/EU-GEN-Denmark-CIA-Rendition.php Sri Lankan military: Tamil Tiger rebel artillery fire kills soldier, wounds 3 in north http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/21/asia/AS-GEN-Sri-Lanka-Civil-War.php Sri Lankan vows to fight terrorism till its elimination http://mathaba.net/rss/?x=567903 North Korea accuses South's warships of intruding into its territorial waters http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/21/asia/AS-GEN-Koreas-Sea-Border.php Other News: Where do you stand in the new culture wars? http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/middle_east/article2701379.ece Propaganda Alert: Nobel laureate Lessing says 9/11 not as bad as IRA attacks http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071021/wl_uk_afp/usbritainattacksnobellessingpeople_071021125718;_ylt=A0WTcVumTxtHjHsBlgS8oKov Against Nazi News: (Israel) Swastikas spray-painted on two buildings in Haifa http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1192380613880&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull October 20, 2007 PM Anti-Terrorism News (Afghanistan) 50 Taliban killed in Afghanistan battles http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071020/ap_on_re_as/afghan_violence_4 (Israel) ABC Report: The Case for Israel's Strike on Syria -- Official: Air Attack Targeted Nascent Nuclear Facility Built With North Korean 'Expertise' -- update on story http://abcnews.go.com/WN/story?id=3752687&page=1 (Pakistan) One suicide bomber slipped away: Report http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/World/Pakistan/One_suicide_bomber_slipped_away_Report/rssarticleshow/2477422.cms (Pakistan) Police question 3 people over deadly bombing in Karachi http://www.outlookindia.com/pti_news.asp?id=512687 (U.S.) FBI works to bolster Al Qaeda cases - FBI reconstructing cases against high-value accused Al Qaeda http://www.latimes.com/news/nationworld/nation/la-na-terror21oct21,0,391307.story?coll=la-home-center (Iran & UK) SAS raiders enter Iran to kill gunrunners - British special forces in secret war against IRGC Al Quds http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/middle_east/article2691726.ece Senior Hamas figure slams Gaza takeover - Former spokesman calls takeover "trap" http://www.abc.net.au/news/stories/2007/10/21/2065242.htm?section=justin (Iraq/Turkey)Opinion: How Turkey Could Undermine Iraq http://online.wsj.com/article/SB119284681093765809.html?mod=googlenews_wsj (Iraq) US, Iraqi forces detain militia fighters - 30 suspected Mahdi Army detained in Diwaniyah http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071021/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq;_ylt=AuOvEqNvcKrOSWF7hqoemDOs0NUE (Iraq) 19 tons of explosives found in Iraq http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071021/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq;_ylt=AuOvEqNvcKrOSWF7hqoemDOs0NUE What to Do About Pixels of Hate - Dilemna of whether to shut down jihadist websites or use them to find terrorist leaders http://www.nytimes.com/2007/10/21/weekinreview/21moss.html?_r=1&oref=slogin (Philippines) Caller Claims Militant Group Behind Deadly Manila Blast (updated) - Rajah Solaiman Movement allied with Abu Sayyaf & Jemaah Islamiyah http://www.arabnews.com/?page=4§ion=0&article=102686&d=21&m=10&y=2007 (Philippines) Glorietta explosion victim dies in hospital, toll reaches 11 http://www.gmanews.tv/story/65295/Glorietta-explosion-victim-dies-in-hospital-toll-reaches-11 N.Korean, Syrian Officials Hold Talks - Top officials discuss improving relations http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071021/ap_on_re_mi_ea/syria_nkorea_1 Sri Lanka says kills 17 rebels in northern clashes http://khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/October/subcontinent_October697.xml§ion=subcontinent (New Zealand) Top Maori were terror targets - Multiple targets would have included leaders http://www.stuff.co.nz/4245183a15596.html Other News: (U.S.) Washington Post story on Virginia lawmakers claiming Governor Kaine and other Democrats of embracing radical Islamic organizations that support terrorism http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/10/20/AR2007102001154.html?hpid=topnews -------------------------------------------- October 20, 2007 - AP: Police question 3 people over deadly bombing in Karachi http://www.outlookindia.com/pti_news.asp?id=512687 October 21, 2007 - Times of India: One suicide bomber slipped away: Report http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/World/Pakistan/One_suicide_bomber_slipped_away_Report/rssarticleshow/2477422.cms October 20, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News (U.S.) IEDs seen as a rising threat within U.S. -- Chertoff vows to step up planning for bombs that have ravaged Iraq http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/21386918/ http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/10/19/AR2007101902703.html (Iraq) Roadside bomb strikes minibus south of Baghdad, killing 3, wounding 9 http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/20/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq-Violence.php (Iraq) 2 soldiers killed, 4 injured in bomb attacks in N Iraq -- in Kirkuk http://news.xinhuanet.com/english/2007-10/20/content_6914673.htm (Iraq) Local leader of biggest Shiite party gunned down in Iskandariyah http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/19/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq-Sectarian-Killing.php Iraqi Kurdish leader vows to 'defend' homeland against any incursion by Turkish military http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/20/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq.php Iraq parliament looks to condemn Turkey http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/focusoniraq/2007/October/focusoniraq_October130.xml§ion=focusoniraq Iraq criticizes Syria over Turkey support http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/focusoniraq/2007/October/focusoniraq_October129.xml§ion=focusoniraq (Iraq) Thousands throng the streets of border town in northern Iraq to protest Turkish incursion threat http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/20/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq-Turkey.php Turkish PM urges US, Iraq to rout Kurdish rebels http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071020/wl_mideast_afp/turkeyiraqkurdsunrest_071020095726;_ylt=ApX_EYtHEEclsuIMMiIPhAFX6GMA (Taliban) New generation Taliban rivaling chief: US-led coalition -- brutal Siraj Haqqani trying to rival Mullah Mohammad Omar for the Taliban leadership http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071019/wl_sthasia_afp/afghanistanunresttalibanhaqqani;_ylt=A0WTcU7CuhlHxXsAdTRvaA8F (Afghanistan) More than dozen Taliban killed in southern Afghanistan http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/20/asia/AS-GEN-Afghan-Violence.php Afghan president says region must tackle terrorism http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071020/wl_nm/afghan_conference_dc (Afghanistan) Opium funds nearly half of Taleban http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/asia/article2689861.ece (Afghanistan) Canadian generals visit former 'heartland' of Taliban http://www.canada.com/nationalpost/news/story.html?id=45140158-3a2a-4ed0-bd0a-2ef144147e3e (Pakistan) Militants in Pakistan share fundamentalist Islamic principles, hatred of US-allied government http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/20/asia/AS-GEN-Pakistan-Militants.php (Pakistan) 10 suicide bombers ready to hit Islamabad, Pindi http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\10\20\story_20-10-2007_pg7_57 (Pakistan) Bomb rips through bus in southwestern Pakistan, killing 7 people, police say - in Balochistan province's Dera Bugti http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/20/asia/AS-GEN-Pakistan-Bomb-Blast.php (Pakistan) Rebel blast kills five in Pakistan -- car bomb in Baluchistan -- claimed by "Baluchistan Republican Army" http://www.news.com.au/dailytelegraph/story/0,22049,22621617-5012768,00.html (Pakistan) 3 injured in bicycle bomb blast -- Dera Ismail Khan http://paktribune.com/news/index.shtml?192270 (Pakistan) Bajaur girls' school building blown up http://thenews.jang.com.pk/updates.asp?id=30859 (Pakistan) Two wounded in Peshawar, DI Khan blasts - car bomb http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\10\20\story_20-10-2007_pg7_3 AP: Violence in Pakistan - Muslims Killing Muslims http://www.theolympian.com/national/story/248288.html (Pakistan) Security tightened in sensitive areas http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\10\20\story_20-10-2007_pg7_13 (Pakistan) Musharraf directs officials to frame anti-terror law http://www.hindu.com/2007/10/20/stories/2007102056971700.htm Pakistan lost more lives to terror in 2007 than India http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/India/Pakistan_lost_more_lives_to_terror_in_07_than_India/articleshow/2475546.cms --------------------------------------------------------------------- Pakistan Bhutto Bombing Stories: Updated News Roundup on Investigation: Pakistan Suicide Bomb Attack on Bhutto - Investigation Update http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/10/bhutto_bomb_investigation.php (Pakistan) Bhutto Suicide Bomb Attack: Photo of Pakistani bomber released http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071020/wl_nm/pakistan_dc_36;_ylt=Ais.h9gFmvC8ISlGOrzvGlPzPukA Video - Benazir's bodyguard: I saw the bomber http://broadband.indiatimes.com/videoshow/2476526.cms (Pakistan) Bhutto Suicide Bomb Attack: Four heads sent to University of Karachi for DNA tests http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\10\20\story_20-10-2007_pg7_17 (Pakistan) Bhutto Suicide Bomb Attack: Suicide bomber used 14-kg RDX explosives -- RDX widely used in military and industrial applications http://www.dawn.com/2007/10/20/top2.htm (Pakistan) Benazir Bhutto blames enemies within the Government for suicide bombing http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/asia/article2697946.ece Benazir Bhutto said that she had sent President Musharraf the names of three people whom she suspected of planning the attempt to kill her (Pakistan) Bhutto blames terror-thirsty groups for suicide bombing that blighted her homecoming http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/19/asia/AS-GEN-Pakistan-Bhutto.php Pakistan government insists it did all it could to protect Bhutto on her return http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/20/asia/AS-GEN-Pakistan-Bhutto.php Pakistani Police Secure Evidence at Site of Bhutto Bomb Attack http://www.bloomberg.com/apps/news?pid=20601087&sid=aASxIb7Jd1Dg&refer=worldwide Pakistani militants deny hand in suicide attack on Bhutto http://news.monstersandcritics.com/southasia/news/article_1367044.php/Pakistani_militants_deny_hand_in_suicide_attack_on_Bhutto Pakistan press urge stepped up fight on extremism http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/October/subcontinent_October695.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= Bhutto: Attack won't stop campaign http://www.cnn.com/2007/WORLD/asiapcf/10/20/pakistan.explosions/index.html Video - Benazir's bodyguard: I saw the bomber http://broadband.indiatimes.com/videoshow/2476526.cms 50 of my guards killed: Benazir http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/World/Pakistan/50_of_my_guards_killed_Benazir/articleshow/2475549.cms Unrest in southern Pakistan over Bhutto attack http://news.monstersandcritics.com/southasia/news/article_1367094.php/Unrest_in_southern_Pakistan_over_Bhutto_attack__Roundup_ Pakistan: Freedom Won't Stand A Chance http://www.canada.com/nationalpost/news/story.html?id=856d1b94-26d5-4c7a-b52b-c37766bd4b6f --------------------------------------------------------------------- (India J&K) One separatist guerrilla and a policeman killed in gunfight in Kashmir http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1029285 http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/India/Militant_policemen_killed_in_exchange_of_fire_in_JK/articleshow/2476636.cms India to discuss recent terror attacks with Pakistan http://sify.com/news/fullstory.php?id=14546222 (U.S.) Houston: Student faces more charges in 'battlefield jihad' case -- Pakistani Adnan Mirza in US on student visa -- one of the four Muslim students accused of preparing to join the Taliban to fight U.S.-led forces overseas http://www.chron.com/disp/story.mpl/metropolitan/5230281.html (U.S.) Judges tosses terror financing lawsuit -- on SWIFT database http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071019/ap_on_go_ot/terrorist_financing_1;_ylt=Av9.NZw.28pto4ld2Jc.MbQTv5UB (U.S.) Official: International hackers going after U.S. networks http://www.cnn.com/2007/US/10/19/cyber.threats/index.html (U.S.) Muslim charity verdict reached -- AP report on Holy Land Foundation trial decision http://www.washingtontimes.com/article/20071019/NATION/110190075/1002 (U.S.) Man pleads guilty in Texas abortion clinic bomb case http://www.chron.com/disp/story.mpl/ap/tx/5229229.html U.S. Dept of Energy - Consolidated Terrorism Watchlist Nomination Process at the Department of Energy, October 2007 http://www.ig.energy.gov/documents/IG-0778.pdf (Iran) We can attack Iran, says US commander http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml;jsessionid=CR03JZWXZE1ZLQFIQMFSFGGAVCBQ0IV0?xml=/news/2007/10/20/wiran120.xml Iran capable of firing 11,000 rockets into enemy bases if attacked, top Guards commander says http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/20/africa/ME-GEN-Iran-Rockets.php Iran's top nuclear negotiator resigns, government spokesman says http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/20/africa/ME-GEN-Iran-Nuclear.php (Iran) Larijani nuclear negotiator successor Jalili is Ahmadinejad ally http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/October/middleeast_October261.xml§ion=middleeast&col= (Iran) G7 praises money-laundering task force action against Iran http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/October/middleeast_October255.xml§ion=middleeast&col= (Lebanon) Europe launches new bid to end Lebanon crisis http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/October/middleeast_October262.xml§ion=middleeast&col= (Syria) 'Israel had mole inside Syrian facility' http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1192380603438&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Gaza) 2 killed in clashes between Hamas police, Fatah-allied clan http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1192380605367&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Israel forces nab Hamas commander in Nablus http://news.monstersandcritics.com/middleeast/news/article_1367043.php/Israeli_forces_nab_Hamas_commander_in_Nablus (Sudan) AU spokesman: Number of people killed, injured in violence at South Darfur camp http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/20/africa/AF-GEN-Sudan-Darfur-Violence.php Somalia detains UN food agency staffer http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071020/ap_on_re_af/somalia_un_detention_1;_ylt=ApwN6A.fbRGpZLwN2aut4NeQLIUD Somalia: Media Executive of Prominent Radio Station Assassinated in Mogadishu http://allafrica.com/stories/200710200019.html Nigerian militants preparing oil attacks: U.S. http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071019/wl_nm/nigeria_militants_dc_2;_ylt=Aq_cV3LDX6Qe4EDy1pEhADjZ9YEA (Turkey) PKK: EU says 'terrorists,' European press says 'freedom fighters' http://www.todayszaman.com/tz-web/detaylar.do?load=detay&link=125117 (Netherlands) Dutch government to outlaw attending terrorism training camps -- and traveling to attend terror training http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/19/europe/EU-GEN-Netherlands-Terrorism.php (Germany) New probe into German ex-terrorist over interview remarks -- defending the Red Army Faction (RAF) http://news.monstersandcritics.com/europe/news/article_1367061.php/New_probe_into_German_ex-terrorist_over_interview_remarks Europe's fear of Muslims increases http://www.ajc.com/news/content/news/stories/2007/10/20/dutch_1021.html (Philippines) Security adviser: Blast may be fund-raiser for terror groups http://newsinfo.inquirer.net/breakingnews/nation/view_article.php?article_id=95696 (Philippines) Abu Sayyaf denies hand in Makati bomb attack http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/topofthehour.aspx?StoryId=96466 Philippines mobilizes after mall terrorism http://www.bangkokpost.com/breaking_news/breakingnews.php?id=122808 (Philippines) C4 Military explosives used in deadly bomb blast http://www.hindustantimes.com/StoryPage/StoryPage.aspx?id=61e0ed75-2dd4-42aa-9692-685479644633&MatchID1=4580&TeamID1=7&TeamID2=3&MatchType1=2&SeriesID1=1149&MatchID2=4584&TeamID3=6&TeamID4=1&MatchType2=5&SeriesID2=1150&PrimaryID=4580&Headline=Military+explosives+used+in+deadly+bomb+blast (Philippines) High-grade bomb, terrorists blamed for mall blast in Manila's financial district that killed 9 - over 100 wounded http://www.newspress.com/Top/Article/article.jsp?Section=WORLD&ID=565107423137104659 http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/20/asia/AS-GEN-Philippines-Explosion.php Sri Lanka can't crush Tigers, says terror expert http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/October/subcontinent_October692.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (Canada) Accused eco-terrorist loses extradition appeal to U.S. -- Tre Arrow aka Michael James Scarpitti http://www.canada.com/vancouversun/news/story.html?id=39aa1743-c132-4d52-b746-13479cc5cc85&k=46800 (Mexico) Rebels in Mexican pipeline bombs make new threat http://www.alertnet.org/thenews/newsdesk/N19199942.htm (Columbia) Election violence rises in Colombia vs. 2003 vote http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071019/wl_nm/colombia_election_dc_1;_ylt=AiWaJpAuMscyliCpZz.7HoCwv7kA (New Zealand) Further demonstrations against raids on suspected terrorists (my title) http://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/newsdetail1.asp?storyID=126147 Other News: (Belgium) Brussels gathering to organize resistance to Islamization and Sharia http://www.jihadwatch.org/archives/018508.php http://counterjihadeuropa.wordpress.com/ http://www.vigilantfreedom.org/910blog (UK) "Folk artist Yusuf Islam to sing about deportation" http://www.stereoboard.com/content/view/11845/9/ (U.S.) Anarchist Threats: DC Store Clerk Injured During IMF Protests -- woman injured in Gerogetown after being hit in the head with brick http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,303741,00.html October 19, 2007 PM Anti-Terrorism News (Austria) Explosives in US embassy bomb attempt were not live: ministry http://afp.google.com/article/ALeqM5h_4WVpus9-SF_wh6kOr7xkUCN-ow Additional News Roundup Updates: Pakistan: Bomb Attack - Attempt to Assassinate Bhutto http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/10/bhutto_bomb_attack.php (Pakistan) Bhutto: Suicide squads plotted attack http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071019/ap_on_re_as/pakistan_107 (Pakistan) Taliban will target Bhutto -- BBC Pashto reports that Taliban spokesman Haji Umer says Taliban will target Bhutto if support US and war on terror http://www.asianage.com/presentation/leftnavigation/news/international/taliban-will-target-bhutto.aspx (Pakistan) 15 Cellphone Shops Blown-up in NW Pakistan -- in Khar http://www.pakistantimes.net/2007/10/18/top12.htm#ghazi (Pakistan) Gov would be responsible if Jamia Hafsa not re-constructed: Khateeb Lal Masjid http://www.paktribune.com/news/index.shtml?192241 (India) Threat to blow up eight railway stations -- between October 21 and October 25 http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Cities/Chandigarh/Threat_to_blow_up_railway_stations/rssarticleshow/2472126.cms (Syria) U.N. eyes images of possible Syrian nuke site http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/12784361/ http://www.ynetnews.com/articles/0%2C7340%2CL-3461758%2C00.html (Iraq) Children 'armed' to teeth in Baghdad http://afp.google.com/article/ALeqM5g8bV8u0nOsT-kk0zQVcAWFScRPLA (Philippines) 3 hospitals get bomb threats after strong explosion in Philippine capital http://news.xinhuanet.com/english/2007-10/20/content_6911245.htm (U.S.) Bush certifies Saudi Arabia as anti-terrorism ally http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071019/pl_afp/usattackssaudi (U.S.) State Dept. Urged to Shut Saudi School in Fairfax - update to AP story - http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/10/18/AR2007101800024.html?sub=AR (U.S.) CNN Video: Saudi school controversy http://www.cnn.com/video/#/video/us/2007/10/19/todd.saudi.schools.cnn?iref=videosearch (U.S.) Saudi school denies teaching intolerance http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2007/10/19/saudi_school_denies_teaching_intolerance/7535/ (U.S.) Former counter-terror czar endorses Spitzer license plan - Richard Clarke endorsed NY Governor's plan to allow illegal immigrants to get driver's licenses http://www.amny.com/news/local/wire/politics/ny-bc-ny--licensespat1019oct19,0,5646634.story?track=rss Chechen authorities say 59 militants killed since January http://en.rian.ru/russia/20071019/84655442.html Nigerian militants preparing oil attacks: U.S. http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071019/wl_nm/nigeria_militants_dc;_ylt=ApEmQOduL.tG5DV5dC_Bob6s0NUE (Paraguay) In Paraguay, Piracy Bleeds U.S. Profits, Aids Terrorists - Dennis Lormel: Tri-border area probably most lucrative for Hezbollah outside of state sponsors http://www.cnbc.com/id/21082897/ (New Zealand) Gas cylinder explodes beheath train (my title) http://www.radionz.co.nz/news/latest/200710181707/mystery_surrounds_apparent_explosion_on_rail_line (Sri Lanka/India) LTTE linked to ULFA: Lankan minister http://ia.rediff.com/news/2007/oct/19ulfa.htm Other News: Belgian Counter-Jihad Conference: Atlas Shrugs Reports http://www.atlasshrugs2000.typepad.com/ Islamo-Fascist Bigotry: The Persecution of Believers http://frontpagemagazine.com/Articles/Read.aspx?GUID=B9AD44E3-427B-485E-8F47-DF46336C39FA (U.S.) Hijacked Baltimore gasoline tanker truck found in DC -- believed to be robbery -- found near Bolling Air Force Base http://www.examiner.com/a-998914~Hijacked_Baltimore_gasoline_tanker_truck_found_in_DC.html October 19, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News (Philippines) Eight killed, 89 hurt in Makati mall blast -- police chief "[t]his was a bomb" http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/storypage.aspx?StoryId=96393 http://ca.today.reuters.com/news/newsArticle.aspx?type=topNews&storyID=2007-10-19T100356Z_01_SP334748_RTRIDST_0_NEWS-PHILIPPINES-BLAST-COL.XML&archived=False http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/storypage.aspx?StoryId=96404 (Philippines) Blast tears through Manila mall, terrorism suspected http://www.ajc.com/news/content/news/stories/2007/10/19/Philippines_Explosion_1019.html (Iraq) Bomb explodes under pulpit of anti-al-Qaida Sunni preacher during Friday prayers http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/19/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq-Violence.php Pakistan: Bomb Attack - Attempt to Assassinate Bhutto (Update) - 136 killed - news roundup http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/10/bhutto_bomb_attack.php -- list of worst Pakistan attacks http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071019/ap_on_re_as/pakistan_attacks_glance_1 (Pakistan) Benazir Bhutto 'was warned of bomb attack http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/asia/article2694292.ece (Pakistan) Benazir Bhutto says two attackers in deadly homecoming convoy http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/19/asia/AS-GEN-Pakistan-Bhutto-Attack.php (Pakistan) Bhutto says Taliban, al-Qaeda had sent suicide squads http://www.outlookindia.com/pti_news.asp?id=512439 (Pakistan) Don't blame me, says Taleban commander Baitullah Mehsud http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/October/subcontinent_October662.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (Pakistan) My home to be targeted next: Benazir http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/World/Pakistan/My_home_to_be_targeted_next_Benazir/articleshow/2474578.cms (Pakistan) Security on red alert in Pakistan after bomb attack on Bhutto's motorcade http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1029037 Pakistan: Attacks leave Bhutto on the horns of a dilemma http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1447793665 Pakistan plans all-out war on militants - "(G)oal this time is to pacify the Waziristans once and for all" http://atimes.com/atimes/South_Asia/IJ19Df01.html (Pakistan) Govt moves additional army contingents to Swat http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\10\19\story_19-10-2007_pg7_4 (Pakistan) Fire Lal Masjid clerics if they cause trouble, says Supreme Court http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\10\19\story_19-10-2007_pg7_3 Afghan arms shipment came from Iran: NATO general -- hi-tech roadside bombs http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071018/ts_nm/afghan_iran_dc_1;_ylt=Anh8KG9UaqkzkPsKeosE0zTOVooA Afghanistan says no proof Iran govt arming Taliban http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071019/ts_nm/afghan_iran_dc (Afghanistan) Bombings by Taliban soar http://www.smh.com.au/news/world/bombings-by-taliban-soar/2007/10/19/1192301044804.html (Afghanistan) Germany against negotiating with Taliban http://www.dailystar.com.lb/article.asp?edition_id=10&categ_id=2&article_id=86074 Afghans back presence of foreign troops: poll http://ca.today.reuters.com/news/newsArticle.aspx?rpc=401&type=topNews&storyID=2007-10-19T144104Z_01_N19246383_RTRIDST_0_NEWS-AFGHAN-POLL-CANADA-COL.XML&archived=False (Iraq) Bomb explosion kills American soldier in Iraq http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1029046 (Iraq) Oil pipeline set ablaze near Iraq's Kirkuk - Pipeline carries crude to refinery city of Baiji http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071019/wl_mideast_afp/iraqunrestkirkukoilfire;_ylt=AqYzrm4lwdVb7WuEWyTGaM6s0NUE (Iraq) Local Foes Commit to Peace in Baghdad - Sunni & Shiite leaders from SW Baghdad signed agreement http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/10/18/AR2007101802185.html?hpid=moreheadlines (Iraq) Ex-US officer not guilty of aiding enemy -- convicted him on three lesser charges, including unauthorized possession of classified documents http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071019/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq_soldier_trial (Iraq) 2 Iraqis suspected of aiding insurgents held - Provincial council member & Iraqi brigade commander http://www.estripes.com/article.asp?section=104&article=49605 (Iraq) Report: U.S.-led coalition has little influence in southern Iraq http://news.yahoo.com/s/mcclatchy/20071018/wl_mcclatchy/20071018bcusiraqreport_attn_national_foreign_editors_ytop;_ylt=AjOxr.na2uUziko18ZqDlSKs0NUE (Turkey) Thousands of Turkish forces in wide-scale hunt for PKK http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1028915 (India J&K) Indian Army busts three guerrilla hideouts in Kashmir http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1029091 (India J&K) Raids on J-K youth's house, office http://www.indianexpress.com/story/230015.html (India J&K) Hizbul chief says no more mines, Army says militants only use IEDs http://www.indianexpress.com/story/230065.html (India) Four Maoists killed in police encounter in S.India http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1029092 (U.S.) Intel panel OKs surveillance bill http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071019/ap_on_go_co/terrorist_surveillance_16;_ylt=AmhdBq2_ylKy3Dn1MX5E91wTv5UB (U.S.) Bush orders strategy to deal with catastrophes http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071019/ts_nm/bush_health_dc (U.S.) Police Investigate Hijacking Of Tanker Truck In Baltimore http://www.nbc4.com/news/14376957/detail.html Blair: Terror threat like fascism http://edition.cnn.com/2007/WORLD/europe/10/19/blair.iran/index.html (Iran) Blair accuses Iran of backing terrorism http://www.gulfnews.com/region/Iran/10161346.html (Iran) UK: Muslim Tories: 'Iran has right to nuclear arms' http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/10/19/nmuslim119.xml Syrians Disassembling Ruins at Site Bombed by Israel, Officials Say http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/10/18/AR2007101802549.html Syria said to be dismantling remains of nuclear facility -- move may be meant to hide nuclear evidence http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1192380601173&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Lebanon) Hezbollah denounces U.S.-Lebanon plan http://www.usatoday.com/news/world/2007-10-19-us-lebanon_N.htm (Lebanon) US to build "strategic partnership" with Lebanese army http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1192380596235&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Israel) Peres: 6 would-be bombers caught in past 3 weeks http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1192380594246&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (West Bank) Tackling Hamas, PA to shut down Islamic charitable organizations - Hamas says "declaration of war" on needy - PA arrested senior Hamas leader http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1192380595998&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Somalia) UN: Detained official safe in Somalia http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071018/ap_on_re_af/somalia_9;_ylt=AkZhF9QwklHJuguRd4_ANK.QLIUD (UK) 'Terror suspects filmed by BBC' - 3 of 5 men on trial for terror training were filmed for BBC program http://www.channel4.com/news/articles/uk/terror+suspects+filmed+by+bbc/936147 (UK) Jean Charles de Menezes 'identified as terrorist five times' http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/uk/crime/article2690248.ece UK police commander denies giving order to shoot Brazilian man mistaken for terrorist http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/19/europe/EU-GEN-Britain-Brazilian-Shot.php Denmark: Missing evidence in terror trial http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/10/denmark-missing-evidence-in-terror.html Netherlands: Combating radicalism with radicals http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/10/netherlands-combating-radicalism-with.html (Netherlands) AIVD checks Muslim funding http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=1&story_id=45144 (Netherlands) Another car up in flames in A'dam West http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=1&story_id=45138 (Belgium) One-legged terrorist to reveal the truth http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=24&story_id=45128 (Spain) Judge jails two Batasuna leaders for ETA links http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=81&story_id=45109 (Thailand) Bomb wounds seven in Yala http://www.bangkokpost.com/breaking_news/breakingnews.php?id=122779 (Sri Lanka) Four LTTE rebels killed, three injured in clash with Sri Lankan Navy http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1028943 (North Korea) UN: Roh sees North Korea as stable government http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071019/wl_nm/korea_north_usa_dc_2;_ylt=Ag47GAUpqxH1RfrjT15tZ3WCscEA (New Zealand) Seven Auckland "Terror" Accused Remain In Custody http://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/HL0710/S00293.htm (Russia) Mother Russia's Islamic revival http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/comment/faith/article2695284.ece Other News: FOX To Air Controversial Documentary on Islam http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,303381,00.html (U.S.) Boston: Ex-CIA official says terror risk still real http://www.boston.com/news/local/articles/2007/10/18/ex_cia_official_says_terror_risk_still_real/ Against Nazi News: (Germany) Neo-Nazi party considers launching its own bank http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=26&story_id=45118 October 18, 2007 PM Anti-Terrorism News Pakistan: Bomb Attack - Attempt to Assassinate Bhutto (News Roundup) - with mulitiple news links http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/10/bhutto_bomb_attack.php (Pakistan) Twin Explosions Near Bhutto Vehicle - 2 large explosions near former Prime Minister Bhutto's motorcade, possibly dozens killed, wounded http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,303346,00.html Pakistan: Two blasts reported near Benazir Bhutto's convoy http://pakistanpolicy.com/2007/10/18/breaking-news-two-blasts-reported-near-benazir-bhuttos-convoy/ (U.S.) Mukasey Favors Independent Justice Dept. http://enews.earthlink.net/article/top?guid=20071017/471588c0_3421_1334520071017176669378 (U.S.) Holy Land Verdict In; Announcement Must Wait for Judge - Decision To Be Read Monday Morning http://www.investigativeproject.org/article/524 (Muslim Brotherhood) Qaradawi and the Muslim Brotherhood Go For Reconciliation, Embrace Jihad in Case of U.S. Attack on Iran http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/10/qaradawi_and_the_muslim_brothe.php -- October 13, 2007: Qaradawi call to defend Iran if US attacks it http://www.gulf-times.com/site/topics/article.asp?cu_no=2&item_no=178201&version=1&template_id=36&parent_id=16 Spanish judge jails 2 more members of outlawed Basque separatist party http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/18/europe/EU-GEN-Spain-Basque-Jailings.php (New Zealand) Protesters threaten demo over terrorism arrests http://www.nzherald.co.nz/category/story.cfm?c_id=30&objectid=10470834 Propaganda Alert: (Iraq) New York Times: In a video Op-Ed by documentary filmmakers Molly Bingham and Steve Connors, Iraqis explain the roots of the insurgency. http://video.on.nytimes.com/?fr_story=8e9862a9f3a8216027ef2f9ecd1c3bc5345b4134 http://meetingresistance.com/ -- Molly Bingham and Steve Connors - winners of Al Jazeera award http://english.aljazeera.net/NR/exeres/D4DC2980-BA44-4BC0-BEAA-7252FE647451.htm -- Iraq government believed Molly Bingham was a spy http://www.smh.com.au/articles/2003/04/01/1048962761675.html -- Molly Bingham with Al Gore campaign http://www.answers.com/topic/molly-bingham Other News: Commentary: Giuliani's Fresh Start -- by Daniel Pipes http://www.townhall.com/columnists/DanielPipes/2007/10/15/giulianis_fresh_start -- Related story http://www.danielpipes.org/blog/769 October 18, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News (Afghanistan) 4 Taliban, 4 policemen killed -- Taliban killed in clash in Logar; police killed by landmine in Alisher district http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1028807 (Afghanistan) 9 troops wounded in Afghanistan -- Taliban used heavy machine guns and rocket propelled grenades to ambush a U.S.-led coalition patrol near Kandahar http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071018/ap_on_re_as/afghanistan_071016233254;_ylt=ArwfazKgkEN0VyukQCNAMFXOVooA Afghan arms shipment came from Iran: NATO general -- hi-tech roadside bombs http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071018/ts_nm/afghan_iran_dc_1;_ylt=Anh8KG9UaqkzkPsKeosE0zTOVooA (Afghanistan) Foreign fighters seen on the rise in Afghanistan http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20071018/FOREIGN/110180046/1001 (Iraq) MNF arrests local official in Southern Iraq -- from the Sadr party, suspected of facilitating terrorist attacks http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1028705 (Iraq) 6 boys wounded by grenade tossed onto school grounds http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/18/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq.php (Iraq) Russia's Putin: US should set a date for Iraq withdrawal http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071018/wl_afp/russiapoliticsiraqusdiplomacy_071018100458;_ylt=Aggc5uksOl5kgA1N2BJtHf9X6GMA (Iraq) U.S.: Full brigade to leave Iraq by years end http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2007/10/18/full_brigade_to_leave_iraq_by_years_end/4103/ (Iraq) Hatred of U.S. drives al-Qaida recruiting http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/21310688/ (Iraq) Hunting al-Qaida in Iraq -- Up-close look at U.S. soldiers' preparations for 'Operation Snake' http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=58199 Iraqi Kurds call for direct talks with Turkey http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071018/wl_afp/iraqturkeyunrestkurds_071018105526;_ylt=Amb1.dUsp1mby0ml5KG0w7RX6GMA Turkey determined to act against Kurdish rebels: FM http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071018/ts_nm/turkey_egypt_iraq_dc_1;_ylt=AnS8z1cMWMFrGMug1qana0xX6GMA Iraqi foreign minister urges Kurdish PKK separatists to leave Iraq http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/21359486/ (Iraq) We will fight to the death, Kurdish rebel leader vows from his hideout http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/iraq/article2681611.ece (Pakistan) Troop withdrawal from Waziristan will tick off NATO: Foreign Minister Kasuri http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\10\18\story_18-10-2007_pg1_5 (Pakistan) Supreme Court moved against military action in Tribal Areas http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\10\18\story_18-10-2007_pg7_4 (Pakistan) Mingora admin orders police to shoot armed militants -- in Swat http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\10\18\story_18-10-2007_pg7_46 Pakistan: Security alert as Bhutto confirms her return http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1439251298 (Pakistan) Benazir Bhutto returns to Pakistan http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071018/ap_on_re_as/pakistan_29;_ylt=AinX_X4eXlaPz7pt.MbUpUfzPukA (India J&K) Pakistan-based Harkat-ul-Mujahideen fighters killed in Jammu, Kashmir -- in Bandipore district http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1028786 (India) Terror suspect detained for interrogation -- Harkat-ul-Jehad-e-Islami suspect in Sikar district http://www.hindustantimes.com/StoryPage/StoryPage.aspx?id=eb7e1c2a-0bb4-4953-b431-611a2c806ee1&&Headline=Terror+suspect+detained+for+interrogation (India) Two militants arrested in Assam http://www.satp.org/satporgtp/detailed_news.asp?date1=10/18/2007#8 (Bangladesh) Five bombs and arms recovered in Pabna and Jessore http://www.satp.org/satporgtp/detailed_news.asp?date1=10/18/2007#6 U.S. commander warns of Latin America terrorist threat http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071018/pl_nm/security_latam_dc (U.S.) Fear of Radicalism Prompts Federal Panel to Recommend Closing Saudi School in Virginia: US Commission on International Religious Freedom http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,303137,00.html http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20071018/METRO/110180063/1004 (U.S.) Most fake bombs missed by screeners -- report on TSA http://www.usatoday.com/news/nation/2007-10-17-airport-security_N.htm (U.S.) Tougher TSA bomb tests raise stakes for screeners http://www.usatoday.com/news/nation/2007-10-17-insidescreeners_N.htm (U.S.) After Comments, U.S. Terror Chief Resigns -- comments on Iraq war http://blogs.abcnews.com/theblotter/2007/10/after-comments-.html (U.S.) Senate and Bush Agree On Terms of Spying Bill -- Some Telecom Companies Would Receive Immunity http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/10/17/AR2007101702438.html (U.S.) House surveillance bill pulled http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071018/ap_on_go_co/terrorist_surveillance (U.S.) NYU study found only 158 cases since 9/11 were prosecuted (my title) http://www.cnn.com/2007/US/10/15/terror.study/index.html?section=cnn_latest -- PDF of study http://www.lawandsecurity.org/publications/TTRCComplete.pdf Iran brushes off Bush "WWIII" warning http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/October/middleeast_October236.xml§ion=middleeast&col= (Iran) Nuclear-armed Iran risks 'World War III,' Bush says http://www.iht.com/articles/2007/10/17/asia/prexy.php (Iran) Putin had no word on nuclear issue for Iran, Ahmadinejad says http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/18/africa/ME-GEN-Iran-Nuclear.php (Lebanon) US 'will support' any freely elected Lebanese president http://www.dailystar.com.lb/article.asp?edition_id=1&categ_id=2&article_id=86052 (Syria) UN: interpreter mistakenly said Syria has a nuclear facility -- interpreter error blamed http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1192380585619&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Syrian Official Says Israeli Airstrike Hit Nuke Facility http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,302656,00.html Gaza: IDF attacks terrorists firing mortars at Israel http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1192380587293&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Gaza: 4 dead as Hamas, Fatah clan clash -- in al-Shojaiyah district http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1192380585473&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1028684 (Hamas) Palestinian journalists say Hamas's decision to issue its own press cards is 'a dangerous step' http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1192380585358&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Israel) Kassam falls in western Negev Wednesday night http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1192380586448&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Israel) IDF confirms: Troops kill senior Tanzim terrorist in Nablus http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1192380587976&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Israel) Israeli Arab sentenced for aiding bomber -- Ashraf Keisi get 5 life sentences for driving the suicide bomber who killed five Israelis and wounded 50 others at the Stage nightclub in Tel Aviv in February 2005 http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1192380589605&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Mauritania arrests 7 men suspected of terrorism -- allegedly belong to al-Qaida in Islamic North Africa http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/17/africa/AF-GEN-Mauritania-Terrorist-Arrests.php Sudan: UN condemns staff murders in Darfur http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1442648683 Libya says UN Security Council seats proves its political success http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/17/africa/ME-GEN-Libya-UN.php (Somalia) Dutchman deported from Kenya free in Somalia; says no links with Islamists http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/17/africa/AF-GEN-Somalia-Kenya-Deportation.php Canadian oil terror target, report says http://www.theglobeandmail.com/servlet/story/LAC.20071017.TERROR17/TPStory/National (Netherlands) Ban on imams inciting hatred sought http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=1&story_id=45097 Indonesia: 'Philosophy can defeat Islamic fundamentalism' http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Religion/?id=1.0.1443262887 (Thailand) Another suspect captured in Songkhla bombings http://www.bangkokpost.com/breaking_news/previousdetail.php?id=122742 (Philippines) Communist Insurgency holding us back: Philippine leader http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071017/wl_asia_afp/philippinesunrestcommunist_071017145545;_ylt=AsEqPJ.ImBIAHRNX1B9o569UKYUA Sri Lanka says kills 20 rebels in heavy fighting http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/October/subcontinent_October637.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (North Korea) US experts return from nuclear disablement talks in North Korea http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1192380588846&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull New Zealand anti-terrorist raids hit race relations http://news.monstersandcritics.com/asiapacific/news/article_1366381.php/New_Zealand_anti-terrorist_raids_hit_race_relations (New Zealand) Terror net spreads wide http://tvnz.co.nz/view/page/536641/1408459 (Russia) Putin: Russia is working on new types of nuclear weapons http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1192380590733&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Russia test-fires ICBM missile http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Russia_test-fires_ICBM_missile/articleshow/2469886.cms (Russia) 4 police officers shot dead in Russia's troubled southern region http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/18/europe/EU-GEN-Russia-Restive-South.php (Russia) Terrorists in North Caucasus have no chances – Putin http://www.regnum.ru/english/901514.html What form of mass murder is Al-Qaeda preparing for? http://www.dailystar.com.lb/article.asp?edition_id=10&categ_id=5&article_id=86031 Other News: (U.S.) New York - Albany: Muslims upset prosecutor might become judge http://wnyt.com/article/stories/S229191.shtml?cat=300 CAIR Provides Legal Referral to Anti-Semitic Organization http://www.solomonia.com/blog/archive/2007/10/cair-defends-hardcore-jew-haters-confere/ (UK) Martin Amis launches fresh attack on Muslim faith saying Islamic states are 'less evolved' http://www.dailymail.co.uk/pages/live/articles/news/news.html?in_article_id=488239&in_page_id=1770 October 17, 2007 PM Anti-Terrorism News Iran: Top U.S. Official Says Financial Clampdown Is Working - "A lot of companies are pulling out of Iran" http://www.rferl.org/featuresarticle/2007/10/80F509A4-06D7-4416-9A28-0410A0E9113B.html Turkish parliament approves Iraq mission http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071017/ap_on_re_mi_ea/turkey;_ylt=Aq345yQNh4wxPnvjlW2EwVWs0NUE (Israel) Dichter: Hamas obtained 200 tons of explosives - Israeli security official warns http://www.ynetnews.com/articles/0,7340,L-3461123,00.html (Egypt) Campaign to revise Islamist thought relaunched in Egypt's prisons http://news.monstersandcritics.com/middleeast/news/article_1366162.php/Campaign_to_revise_Islamist_thought_relaunched_in_Egypts_prisons (Libya) Lockerbie anger as Libya wins seat on the UN Security Council (updated) - Relatives of 1988 bombing protest http://www.theherald.co.uk/news/foreign/display.var.1767898.0.0.php Mauritania arrests 7 men suspected of terrorism - al-Qaida in Islamic Maghreb members planned attacks against Western interests http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1192380581435&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Austria to allow monitoring of suspects' computers - First European country to do so. http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071017/tc_afp/austriacrimepoliceinternet_071017163719 (U.S.) Pakistan to Europe: a pipeline of terror http://www.boston.com/news/world/europe/articles/2007/10/17/pakistan_to_europe_a_pipeline_of_terror/ (U.S.) Attorney General-designate Mukasey disavows torture memo http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071017/ap_on_go_co/senate_attorney_general US Senate panel would extend terror insurance 7 years http://today.reuters.com/news/articleinvesting.aspx?type=bondsNews&storyID=2007-10-17T145712Z_01_WBT007728_RTRIDST_0_TERRORINSURANCE-CONGRESS-URGENT.XML (U.S.) Analysis: A new USAF cyber-war doctrine - U.S. Air Force building Cyberspace Command http://www.upi.com/International_Security/Emerging_Threats/Analysis/2007/10/17/analysis_a_new_usaf_cyberwar_doctrine/4924/ (U.S.) Terror-fighting center chief steps down - John Redd to leave National Counterterrorism Center http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071017/ap_on_go_ot/counterterror_center_chief_2 (U.S. & Columbia) Two plead guilty to aiding FARC terror group http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20071017/NATION/110170040 (U.S.) Man With Tamil Tiger Terror Ties Worked At Newark Liberty http://wcbstv.com/local/newark.liberty.airport.2.375642.html (U.S.) Alleged Sri Lankan terror leader wants 2M bail slashed http://www.nydailynews.com/news/crime_file/2007/10/17/2007-10-17_alleged_sri_lankan_terror_leader_wants_2-1.html?ref=rss (New Zealand) NZ signs up to US terrorist database http://www.stuff.co.nz/4241514a11.html (New Zealand) Police say New Zealand activists planned war on whites -- Maori activist Tame Iti http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071017/wl_asia_afp/nzealandarrests (New Zealand) Documents claim Tame Iti prepared to fight for an independent Tuhoe nation http://www.stuff.co.nz/dominionpost/4240026a25422.html (New Zealand) Arms cache discovered in secret Maori 'terror camps' http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/article2666521.ece October 17, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News (Iraq) Roadside bomb kills 7 Iraqi police -- near the city of Diwaniyah http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/focusoniraq/2007/October/focusoniraq_October108.xml§ion=focusoniraq http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071017/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq_071009213033;_ylt=AjkmPA5Xp47orhc5IuI4aLBX6GMA (Iraq) Bomb in Zaafaraniyah also kills 2 (my title) http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/17/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq-Violence.php (Iraq) Blast in Diyala, US forces storm into Al-Sadr City -- Iraqi soldier was killed and four others from booby-trapped car in Diyala http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1028448 (Iraq) Al-Qaeda 'emir' killed in northern Iraq -- in Mosul, three militants killed from Islamic State of Iraq organization including its leader, Safi http://www.hindustantimes.com/StoryPage/StoryPage.aspx?id=729539c1-af82-4585-be24-e50206a5b310&ParentID=27c32f2b-5969-46f4-bfcc-4804623224a7&MatchID1=4568&TeamID1=6&TeamID2=1&MatchType1=2&SeriesID1=1145&PrimaryID=4568&Headline=Al-Qaeda+'emir'+killed+in+northern+Iraq Iraqi police discover beheaded body set up as bomb in Kirkuk http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1028295 (Iraq) Fortifying an Outpost Against al-Qaeda http://www.time.com/time/world/article/0,8599,1672082,00.html?xid=rss-world (Iraq) Blackwater won't allow arrests http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20071017/FOREIGN/110170057/1001 Iraqi president says in Paris that PKK acting against Kurdish interests http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/17/europe/EU-GEN-France-Iraq-Turkey.php (Iraq) Turkey Operation prospects generate shockwaves across Iraq http://www.todayszaman.com/tz-web/detaylar.do?load=detay&link=124844 (Afghanistan) Taliban ambush kill 1 police, wounds 4 in southern Afghanistan http://sg.news.yahoo.com/ap/20071017/tap-as-gen-afghan-violence-d3b07b8.html http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/17/asia/AS-GEN-Afghan-Violence.php Afghan security forces nab Taliban commander -- Mohammad Khan alias Nasrat -- in Patika http://paktribune.com/news/index.shtml?192013 http://news.xinhuanet.com/english/2007-10/17/content_6895612.htm Afghanistan shuts down private security firms http://www.metimes.com/storyview.php?StoryID=20071017-084614-5334r (Pakistan) Police ready bomb squads ahead of Bhutto return to chaotic Karachi http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/17/asia/AS-GEN-Pakistan-Bhutto-Return.php (Pakistan) 10000 police to guard Bhutto amid Al Qaeda threat http://www.metimes.com/storyview.php?StoryID=20071017-060615-9416r Pakistan: Waziristan calm amid talk of ceasefire http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1438045500 (Pakistan) FATA Tailoring shops, music centers blown up -- in Ghalanai and Karak http://www.dawn.com/2007/10/17/top17.htm (Pakistan) Gas pipeline blown up near Dera Bugti http://www.dawn.com/2007/10/17/top12.htm India accuses Pakistan of inciting Sikh radicals http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/October/subcontinent_October606.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (India Assam) Assam Rifles gun down three PULF militants http://www.hindustantimes.com/StoryPage/StoryPage.aspx?id=35ca0bf1-2518-4c32-8a9c-765c1cba8f18&MatchID1=4568&TeamID1=6&TeamID2=1&MatchType1=2&SeriesID1=1145&PrimaryID=4568&Headline=Assam+Rifles+gun+down+three+PULF+militants India may use trade to make Bangladesh act on terror http://www.indianexpress.com/story/229206.html (Bangladesh) Convicted Jama'atul Mujahideen Bangladesh (JMB) local 'commander' arrested in Bogra http://www.satp.org/satporgtp/detailed_news.asp?date1=10/17/2007#8 (Somalia) Attack in Somali Capital Kills 9 http://www.wral.com/news/national_world/world/story/1937300/ Somali forces storm UN compound in Mogadishu -- World Food Program representative Idris Mohamed Osman being held http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071017/ts_afp/somaliaunrestun_071017113622;_ylt=AsHguGYXZjqG7NaTrFg2cFiQLIUD (Kenya) Dutch national deported from Kenya to Somalia after being held by anti-terrorism police - Abdirizak Farah Ali http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/16/africa/AF-GEN-Kenya-Deportation.php Algerian army continue raids on terrorists' havens -- source http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1848361&Language=en (Algeria) Security forces declare electronic war on Al-Qaeda in Algeria http://www.ech-chorouk.com/english/modules.php?name=News&file=article&sid=7964 (Sudan) In southern Darfur, signs of another massacre http://www.iht.com/articles/2007/10/16/africa/17darfur.php (U.S.) Miami: Judge dismisses 3 Liberty City Seven jurors due to terrorism flier -- read Miami police pamphlet watch list for signs of terrorism on subway http://www.sun-sentinel.com/news/local/miami/sfl-flbliberty1017nboct17,0,7450683.story (U.S.) House readies vote on surveillance bill http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071017/ap_on_go_co/terrorist_surveillance_3;_ylt=AoSPxAJp0OT9X8K8K3wrWrwTv5UB (U.S.) Terror suspect in Gitmo meets his lawyer -- detainee Majid Khan - U.S. charges Khan involved in plots blow up American gas stations, poison U.S. reservoirs and kill the president of Pakistan http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071017/ap_on_re_us/guantanamo_terror_suspect_1;_ylt=AibHMBwnBGGXeaNUtYFWJk4Tv5UB (U.S.) Guantanamo lawyer says Gyllenhaal film rings true -- "Rendition" http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071017/ts_nm/rendition_film_lawyer_dc -- see also -- Hollywood in all-out assault on America's 'war on terror' http://news.independent.co.uk/world/americas/article3058911.ece (U.S.) Man pleads not guilty in alleged Texas City bomb-making operation -- Anarchist group "Glass Desert Underground" http://www.chron.com/disp/story.mpl/metropolitan/5220612.html (U.S.) For Those Who Say the Internet Jihad is No Big Deal http://mypetjawa.mu.nu/archives/189786.php Turkey expected to OK Iraq incursion http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071017/ap_on_re_mi_ea/turkey_6;_ylt=At1VSKvgHfu.y7cvoEHaD7RX6GMA Turkish government seeks parliamentary permission for Iraq operation against rebel Kurds http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/17/europe/EU-GEN-Turkey.php Iran: Russia made nuclear proposal http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071017/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iran_russia_61;_ylt=AvxUkjUajmI7YExIgBAy6.lSw60A (Iran) Khamenei tells Putin Iran avoids adventurism but is serious on uranium enrichment http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/17/africa/ME-GEN-Iran-Russia.php Syria denies existence of nuclear site http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/October/middleeast_October219.xml§ion=middleeast&col= Syria would back Turkish incursion into Iraq: Assad http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071017/wl_mideast_afp/turkeyiraqkurdsunrestsyria_071017114053;_ylt=Ampa0uEpBrBPJVMY2qecrEbtfLkA (Lebanon) Families of Fatah Islam officials allowed to leave Lebanon for Syria http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/17/africa/ME-GEN-Lebanon-Fatah-Islam.php (Gaza) Israeli troops kill Hamas fighter -- town of Khan Yunis http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071017/ap_on_re_mi_ea/israel_palestinians_gaza (Gaza) Israeli soldier killed during Gaza incursion http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1028465 (Gaza) Golani soldier shot dead in southern Gaza gunfight http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1192380577662&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Gaza) Israeli aircraft fire missile on Palestinian fighters in Gaza Strip http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1028471 (Israel) Terrorists Arrested in Shechem and Kalkilya, Self-Proclaimed Muslim Messiah Shot by Hamas in Gaza http://www.israelnationalnews.com/News/News.aspx/123946 (Israel) Man who assisted Hadera market bomber convicted http://www.ynetnews.com/articles/0,7340,L-3460945,00.html (Israel) Orthodox Jew meets suicide bomber -- 'Enjoy your tea ... before I send you to hell' http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=58164 (UK) MI5 'filmed Muslim terrorist camp' -- Mohammed Hamid trial http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/10/17/nterror117.xml (UK) Explosives found on tube platform spark safety alert -- found in Golders Green station storeroom http://www.dailymail.co.uk/pages/live/articles/news/news.html?in_article_id=488051&in_page_id=1770 (UK) Report: Picture of Menezes and bomber 'manipulated' http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/10/17/nmenezes117.xml (Belgium) Brussels: Terrorist suspect denies fighting in Iraq http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/10/brussels-terrorist-suspect-denies.html (Belgium) Gang accused of recruiting Europe's first female suicide bomber go on trial http://news.independent.co.uk/europe/article3063821.ece Sweden: Movie on local terrorists http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/10/new-swedish-film-is-set-to-come-out.html (Netherlands) Moroccan-Dutch youth riot in Amsterdam following fatal incident http://www.digitaljournal.com/article/240329/Moroccan_Dutch_youth_riot_in_Amsterdam_following_fatal_incident (Netherlands) Marcouch calls for police crack down http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=1&story_id=45045 (Netherlands) Three funds for Hirsi Ali http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=1&story_id=45023 Spanish police arrest 6 for Basque separatist vandalism attacks http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/17/europe/EU-GEN-Spain-Basque-Vandalism.php Philippine police say they have foiled an attack with the discovery of an improvised bomb -- Tacurong city square http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/17/asia/AS-GEN-Philippines-Foiled-Attack.php http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,22602083-23109,00.html Maldives cracks down on Islamic extremism http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071017/wl_sthasia_afp/maldivespoliticsattacksreligionislam_071017100411;_ylt=AvP05GFvxV35dPWrgsAuLzsTv5UB (Sri Lanka) Military: 8 Sri Lankan rebels killed, army recovers massive weapons cache http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/17/asia/AS-GEN-Sri-Lanka-Civil-War.php (Columbia) FARC calls Chavez "political hurricane," and Fidel Castro "warrior of love" http://english.eluniversal.com/2007/10/16/en_pol_art_farc-calls-chavez-p_16A1133407.shtml Romania extradites two to U.S. in terrorism case -- for suspicion of supplying FARC Colombian rebels with weapons http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071016/ts_nm/usa_terrorism_extradition_dc Libya wins seat on UN Security Council http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/africa/article2674164.ece (Australia) Commentary: Terrorists, not the media, make Muslims look bad http://www.theaustralian.news.com.au/story/0,25197,22597972-20261,00.html (New Zealand) High Court sends bailed terror suspect back to jail http://www.nzherald.co.nz/section/1/story.cfm?c_id=1&objectid=10470327 Other News: (Iran) Three Iranian reformist student leaders imprisoned for 'insulting Islam' http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/17/africa/ME-GEN-Iran-Students.php (U.S.) Thousands cheer Nation of Islam leader Louis Farrakhan in Atlanta -- urged black Americans to separate from mainstream culture to establish and support their own community http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/17/america/NA-GEN-US-Farrakhan-Speech.php US Congress backs off from genocide vote -- on Turkey http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/us_and_americas/article2676569.ece India calls off nuclear deal with America http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/asia/article2670051.ece In brief: Nicolas Cage to play Muslim father in film "The Vanished" -- directed by "Paradise Now" filmmaker http://film.guardian.co.uk/news/story/0,,2193016,00.html?gusrc=rss&feed=16 Dubai, NASDAQ, Zakat, Jihad, and Israel http://littlegreenfootballs.com/weblog/?entry=27546&only&rss (UAE) Dubai bans Israel from Int'l forum -- the International Federation of Freight Forwarders Associations http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1192380556145&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Against Nazi News: (Germany) 25% of Germans miss aspects of Nazi rule http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1192380579626&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Thai school apologizes to Jewish organization for Nazi celebration http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/17/asia/AS-GEN-Thailand-Nazi-Gaffe.php October 16, 2007 PM Anti-Terrorism News (Iraq) Attacks targeting Iraqi forces kill 17 -- update on Tuesday bombings - Baghdad checkpoint car bomb, Mosul suicide truck bomb http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071016/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq_071009213029 Iraqi adviser: Blackwater shooting unprovoked, guards must go http://www.cnn.com/2007/WORLD/meast/10/16/iraq.blackwater/index.html (Iraq) Too Soon To Dance on Al Qaeda in Iraq's Grave? http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/10/too_soon_to_dance_on_al_qaeda.php (Afghanistan) As Taliban push northward, roads near Kabul turn dangerous http://www.newspress.com/Top/Article/article.jsp?Section=WORLD&ID=565105327193064706 (Afghanistan) UK think-tank: Lack of troops, strategy hampering Afghan campaign http://www.canada.com/topics/news/world/story.html?id=90703e26-5887-42fa-a5f3-62e644fd4223&k=36420 (U.S.) North Carolina: Inshallashshaheed Outted: North Carolina Jihadi in the News (UPDATED) http://mypetjawa.mu.nu/archives/189768.php http://video.on.nytimes.com/?fr_story=c0ed4cb9f1823f94ed94b87cf98a155a2015456b (U.S.) Blog Comments on "Private anti-terror efforts" http://www.yourish.com/2007/10/16/3838 (U.S.) Mitt Romney Utters a Forbidden Word: Jihad -- by Robert Spencer http://www.humanevents.com/article.php?id=22848 (U.S.) LAPD's Chief Bratton knows larger terrorism threat http://www.dailynews.com/editorial/ci_7185755 (India) Hyderabad police tortured Muslim youths, says panel http://www.earthtimes.org/articles/show/125302.html (India Assam) Explosives recovered in Assam from a bus http://www.satp.org/satporgtp/detailed_news.asp?date1=10/16/2007#7 (Netherlands) 'Public Broadcaster in Hands of Radical Muslims' http://www.nisnews.nl/public/131007_2.htm (Netherlands) U.S. Group Security funds opened for Dutch author facing death threats for radical Islam criticism -- American Enterprise Institute processing private donations http://www.newspress.com/Top/Article/article.jsp?Section=WORLD&ID=565105327193064717 (UK) 2 men charged in Britain with possessing computer disks useful for terrorism -- Adam Mohamed and Imad Shoubaki http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/16/europe/EU-GEN-Britain-Terrorism.php http://www.yourlocalguardian.co.uk/news/topstories/display.var.1764648.0.two_charged_under_terrorism_act.php (Somalia) Kenya Seafarers group claims Somalia Islamist group prevented piracy (my title) -- Andrew Mwangura of the Mombasa-based Seafarers Assistance Program http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/16/africa/AF-GEN-Pirate-Attacks.php http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/africa/4978506.stm October 16, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News Iraq launches diplomatic offensive as Turkey row deepens http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071016/wl_mideast_afp/iraqunrestturkey_071016135646;_ylt=Aorh3J_zEYGnZIUfw7CHY2NX6GMA (Iraq) Shi'ite tribal leaders in Iraq say Islamism on rise http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071016/wl_nm/iraq_shiites_tribes_dc_1;_ylt=Ar89YBpyI46waMs2O0D6z8tX6GMA (Iraq) Car bombing in Iraq kills 6 - near army checkpoint in Baghdad http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/iraq;_ylt=AuhfwvSaHynrkBwdcyxVbWNX6GMA (Iraq) Remote controlled bomb targets Iraqi Army patrol in Baghdad - kills 7, wounds 30 (my title) http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1028148 (Iraq) Booby-trapped car blast rocks Iraqi capital inflicting casualties http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1028124 (Iraq) Explosion wounds four members of family in northern Iraqi city - in Kirkuk http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1028051 (Iraq) Four civilians killed, two MNF soldiers injured in Al-Diwaniya http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1028033 (Iraq) Three Iraqis killed in suicide bombing in Baghdad restaurant - in Al-Harthiyah suburb http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1027946 (Iraq) Kidnappers withdraw agreement to free Iraqi Roman Catholic priests http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071016/wl_mideast_afp/iraqreligionkidnapcatholic_071016120822;_ylt=Ah1JdzmfjhbkmAhbrMFNzrRX6GMA (Iraq) Notorious insurgency chief nabbed in Baghdad -- US Army http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1028134 (Iraq) US Military says Iraqi Al-Qaida Group Defeated in Anbar Province http://www.voanews.com/english/2007-10-15-voa50.cfm?rss=middle (Iraq) U.S. general says al Qaeda in Iraq crippled, not destroyed http://www.alertnet.org/thenews/newsdesk/N15261302.htm http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071015/pl_nm/iraq_usa_dc (Iraq) Report: US delays British withdrawal from Basra http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1028095 (Afghanistan) Foreign Fighters Reinforcing Taliban in Afghanistan, Envoys Say http://quote.bloomberg.com/apps/news?pid=20601087&sid=aKeaQkpavUL8 (Afghanistan) India: Don't underestimate a resurgent Taliban http://ia.rediff.com/news/2007/oct/16india.htm Afghan president concerned over alleged US Koran abuse -- US denied report http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071016/wl_sthasia_afp/afghanistanunrestusreligion_071016105707;_ylt=AusUBDZVnJhPQyHNYcIB523OVooA http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071015/ap_on_re_as/afghanistan_4;_ylt=AgkVp_zg5pSxs4TaUree5BXOVooA (Pakistan) New security force fails to garner recruits -- Local Taliban have warned tribesman against enlisting http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\10\14\story_14-10-2007_pg1_6 Pakistan authorities withdraw curfew from tense tribal region -- as officials broker a ceasefire with pro-Taliban militants http://www.outlookindia.com/pti_news.asp?id=511573 (Pakistan) Temporary ceasefire after Pakistan border bloodshed: tribal elder http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071016/wl_afp/pakistanafghanistanunrest_071016074245;_ylt=AhBxUbj49yyAiQ4oL0iuLOrzPukA (Pakistan) Photos: 'Talibanization': Defacing Art in Pakistan http://abcnews.go.com/Blotter/popup?id=3731019 (India) Police hints at the role of Pakistan's ISI behind the theater blast -- in Ludhiana in Northern Indian state of Punjab http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1028172 (India) Activists of All India Anti Terrorist Front burn effigy of Pakistan based ISI http://www.hindustantimes.com/PhotoGallery/Photos_Storypage.aspx?category=October162007 (India) Vital clues found in Ludhiana blast: Police http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/India/Vital_clues_found_in_Ludhiana_blast_Police/articleshow/2463278.cms (India) Suspected Pakistan ISI agent in Mumbai http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Cities/Suspected_ISI_agent_in_Mumbai/articleshow/2461849.cms (India) Eight Black Widow militants arrested in Meghalaya http://www.satp.org/satporgtp/detailed_news.asp?date1=10/16/2007#9 (India J&K) Hizbul Mujahideen militant arrested in Kashmir http://news.webindia123.com/news/Articles/India/20071016/795431.html (India J&K) Two militants killed at Gool - of Pakistan-based outfit Lashker-e-Toiba (LeT) http://news.webindia123.com/news/Articles/India/20071016/795430.html (U.S.) Telecoms barred from disclosing spying - Director of National Intelligence invoked state secrets act on AT&T, Verizon, Qwest http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071015/ap_on_go_ca_st_pe/terrorist_surveillance_2;_ylt=Aj6ZfT35Pomu_EQa97NkogMTv5UB (U.S.) Washington Post Report: Verizon Says It Turned Over Data Without Court Orders - provides customer data to Federal govt for emergency requests http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/10/15/AR2007101501857.html?hpid=topnews (U.S.) Bush urged to block merger -- between 3COM and China's Huawei Technology. http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20071016/NATION/110160071/1001 Commentary: Holy War and Anti War: An Axis against Nature -- by Walid Phares http://www.americanthinker.com/2007/10/holy_war_and_anti_war_an_axis.html MEMRI: Jihadist/Islamist Websites and Their Hosts (List III): Websites Supporting Jihad in Iraq – Hosted in the West http://www.memri.org/bin/latestnews.cgi?ID=SD174107 Iran's al Qaeda -- WSJ report on Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps http://online.wsj.com/article/SB119249284562460025.html (Iran) Report: EU weighs Iran sanction options http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2007/10/16/report_eu_weighs_iran_sanction_options/6301/ Iran: Russian president arrives for nuclear talks http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Politics/?id=1.0.1432883978 (Iran) Putin: Iran nuke plans 'peaceful' http://www.cnn.com/2007/WORLD/europe/10/16/putin.iran/index.html (Iran) Putin warns against Iran attack on landmark visit http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071016/ts_afp/iranrussiadiplomacyputin_071016113926;_ylt=Ai2Z3xE0cJOk0WMv39XJSFJSw60A Caspian states won't let soil be used for any attack on Iran -- Russia, Kazakhstan, Azerbaijan and Turkmenistan http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071016/ts_nm/putin_iran_dc_5;_ylt=Avav1hCKc.fhEnnidrdX16FSw60A (Russia) Poll: 30% Russians believe CIA to be a terrorist organization http://www.regnum.ru/english/900111.html Lebanon says UN attack plot suspects are Palestinians http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/October/middleeast_October190.xml§ion=middleeast&col= (Lebanon) Hezbollah identifies body handed over by Israel http://www.middle-east-online.com/english/?id=22682 (West Bank) Two Palestinians killed in West Bank raid http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/16/africa/ME-GEN-Israel-West-Bank-Raid.php (Hamas) New Animated Film on Hamas TV Focuses on Child Martyrdom http://www.memri.org/bin/latestnews.cgi?ID=SD174207 http://www.memritv.org/clip/en/1579.htm (Israel) Counter-Terror Operations Nab 16 Terrorists in Judea and Samaria http://www.israelnationalnews.com/News/Flash.aspx/134780 (Israel) PM says Hizbullah swap 'reasonable' http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1192380566440&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Yemen) Qaeda militant surrenders after Yemen jail break http://africa.reuters.com/wire/news/usnL16407786.html?rpc=401& Algeria: experts describe Al-Qaeda leader killing as heavy blow http://www.echoroukonline.com/english/modules.php?name=News&file=article&sid=7953 Turkey moves closer to an incursion into Iraq http://www.iht.com/articles/2007/10/16/africa/16iraq.php Turkey plans new offensive in Iraq http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml;jsessionid=YJ4GQB04NUNMZQFIQMFCFF4AVCBQYIV0?xml=/news/2007/10/16/wturkey116.xml Turkish PM warns Iraq over Kurd rebels http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/focusoniraq/2007/October/focusoniraq_October103.xml§ion=focusoniraq Oil: Prices surge to $86 on Turkish military tensions http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Business/?id=1.0.1433322061 (UK) July 21 bombers 'trained at Cumbria camp' http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml;jsessionid=YJ4GQB04NUNMZQFIQMFCFF4AVCBQYIV0?xml=/news/2007/10/16/nbombers116.xml (UK) 'Terror camp' pictures released -- police photographs of Mohammed Hamid - ringleader of a UK terror training camp with two of the July 21 bombers http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/7046548.stm Germany indicts man for plans to found terrorism school -- Jordanian "Thaer A" indicted in plot to set up Jihad school in Sudan http://news.monstersandcritics.com/europe/news/article_1365696.php/Germany_indicts_man_for_plans_to_found_terrorism_school http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=26&story_id=44993 (Germany) Islamic center in southwest Germany closes amid suspicion of wrongdoing -- previously reported that Jihadist Fritz Martin Gelowicz worked there -- Gelowicz plotted attacks on Americans http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/16/europe/EU-GEN-Germany-Islamic-Center.php http://www.thisislondon.co.uk/news/article-23411090-details/UK+link+to+terrorists+planning+new+911+massacre/article.do Swedish documentary follows "regular" Europeans who turn to jihad -- film "Aching Heart" opens in Sweden on October 19 http://www.iht.com/articles/2007/10/15/africa/sweden.php Italy: Muslim radicalism 'on the rise' survey finds http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1429102887 Dutch author Hirsi Ali turns down Danish offer of shelter http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1192380568544&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Denmark: Terrorism update -- Al-Qaeda in Iraq directed the terror cell in Odense to kill secret agent http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/10/denmark-terrorism-update.html (Netherlands) Amsterdam: Bilal B. summary -- additional news summary on role with Hofstad Gruop http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/10/amsterdam-bilal-b-summary.html (Spain) Soldier shot and injured, ETA suspected of attack http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=81&story_id=44961 (Thailand) Violence continues in Narathiwat -- powerful bomb blast critically injured a security guard at a train station in Rusoh district http://www.nationmultimedia.com/2007/10/16/national/national_30052668.php Thailand: Moderate Muslims fight radicalism in south http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Religion/?id=1.0.1433040122 Philippines: Jemaah Islamiyah (JI) Terror group's tunnels are not in our territory, say Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1433340345 (Philippines) Indon terror suspect elude troops anew http://newsinfo.inquirer.net/breakingnews/nation/view_article.php?article_id=94763 (Sri Lanka) Dozens killed as fighting erupts in Sri Lanka wildlife park http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071016/wl_afp/srilankaunrest_071016121619;_ylt=AsPlX8vb15SU.VTEslTIDLktM8oA (Sri Lanka) Fresh fighting in Sri Lanka kills 38 http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071016/wl_asia_afp/srilankaunrest_071016044550;_ylt=Ap2QFTULCvPWVVmMRBXlMHEtM8oA (North Korea) US: North Korea to stop enrichment this year http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071016/ap_on_re_as/koreas_nuclear_1;_ylt=AucjEW6lwTnMwLCRB1byXVCCscEA North Korea holds a million faith prisoners http://www.religionandspirituality.com/currentEvents/view.php?StoryID=20071015-042351-5248r (New Zealand) Terrorist group 'targeted New Zealand PM' http://www.bangkokpost.com/breaking_news/previousdetail.php?id=122672 Other News: (Sweden) Artist defiantly draws Prophet Mohammed http://edition.cnn.com/2007/WORLD/europe/10/16/artist.controversy/index.html (Canada) Montreal imam faces deportation -- Said Jaziri for inciting fellow Muslims to beat up a less devout co-religionist - Said Jaziri campaigned for Sharia in Canada http://www.theglobeandmail.com/servlet/story/RTGAM.20071016.wimam16/BNStory/National/home Iraq: Kids clamour for guns as Eid gifts http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/CultureAndMedia/?id=1.0.1433249251 (Bosnia) Court upholds acquittal of former Bosnian Muslim army commander http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/16/europe/EU-GEN-War-Crimes-Bosnia.php (UK) Muslim woman takes front bench seat in UK parliament http://thescotsman.scotsman.com/politics.cfm?id=1650972007 October 15, 2007 PM Anti-Terrorism News Commentary: The Dangerous Denial of Jihad's Threat -- by Jeffrey Imm http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/10/jihad_is_not_a_joke.php Commentary: A Common Word Between Us and You is a Call for Islamic Conversion http://www.investigativeproject.org/article/519 (Iraq) Attack on Polish military base in Iraq kills five http://afp.google.com/article/ALeqM5gPmpan6eeSSNDTIf0RdBx9lhtjFA (Iraq) Militiamen clash with US, Polish forces in Iraq - Mortars at main US-Polish base, base with Iraqis & Polish http://www.dailystar.com.lb/article.asp?edition_id=10&categ_id=2&article_id=85988 Iraqi Terrorists Targeting Polish Troops Ahead of Elections http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/10/iraqi_terrorists_targeting_pol.php Iranian involvement in Iraq: an old or a new case? http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/10/iranian_involvement_in_iraq_an.php (Pakistan) Video: Taliban denies release of 30 Pak soldiers http://in.news.yahoo.com/071015/139/6lxwx.html (Afghanistan) Would-be Afghan suicide bomber kills himself and family http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071015/wl_sthasia_afp/afghanistanunrestsuicidefamily_071015195426 South Korea denies paying Taliban ransom for hostages http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071015/wl_sthasia_afp/skoreaafghanistankidnap_071015091412 (Indonesia) Bali bombers will not seek clemency http://khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/theworld/2007/October/theworld_October478.xml§ion=theworld&col= (Somalia) Explosion in Somalia kills three children http://khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/theworld/2007/October/theworld_October483.xml§ion=theworld (Lebanon) Lebanese Army foils plot to bomb UNIFIL convoy http://www.dailystar.com.lb/article.asp?edition_id=1&categ_id=1&article_id=86001 (Lebanon) Suspected terrorists detained in Lebanon http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071015/ap_on_re_mi_ea/lebanon_un Egyptian police uncover smuggling tunnel leading to Gaza Strip http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1192380562688&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (New Zealand) Police consider charges under 9/11 aftermath act http://www.stuff.co.nz/4238837a11.html (New Zealand) Raided group's plans 'will horrify middle NZ' http://www.stuff.co.nz/4239580a19715.html DVD: Islam vs. Islamists: Voices from the Muslim Center - to be released October 19, 2007 http://www.tvatlas.com/prod.aspx?pfid=609 http://www.islamdocumentary.com/ October 15, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News (Iraq) Attack at Iraqi military base kills 5 - in Diwaniyah - Mahdi Army militia fired at least a dozen mortar rounds at the base http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/iraq;_ylt=Ajg6HdcSYCSSgIreZldMrs5X6GMA (Iraq) Six killed in attack on Iraqi anti-al-Qaeda alliance -- Balad checkpoint of the Salahaddin Awakening Council forces http://news.monstersandcritics.com/middleeast/news/article_1365376.php/Six_killed_in_attack_on_Iraqi_anti-al-Qaeda_alliance__Extra_ http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1847841&Language=en (Iraq) Two police officers killed in suicide attacks - in Al-Anbar and Al-Baghdadi http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1847844&Language=en (Iraq) Three tribal leaders killed in Iraq attack - gun attack Salaheddin province in Hawijah http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071015/wl_mideast_afp/iraqunrestkirkuk_071015113149;_ylt=AgZQ2w2NMfWWGkaSToBKMMNX6GMA (Iraq) Two US soldiers killed in Iraq -- in Baghdad and Nineveh http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1847789&Language=en (Iraq) Gunmen kill two journalists in Iraq http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1847824&Language=en (Iraq) Two Christian priests set free in Iraq after being held since Saturday http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1847836&Language=en (Iraq) Al-Qaeda In Iraq Reported Crippled -- Many Officials, However, Warn Of Its Resilience http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/10/14/AR2007101401245.html?hpid=topnews http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,301715,00.html Iraqi Insurgents Blame Online Antics by Al-Qaida Supporters for Harming "Obelisk" Network http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/10/nefa_iraqi_insurgents_blame_on.php (Afghanistan) 14 foreign troops wounded in Afghan ambush -- in Wardak http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/October/subcontinent_October551.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (Afghanistan) Britain 'behind Taliban talks' http://www.viewlondon.co.uk/news/britain-behind-taliban-talks-18316524.html (Afghanistan) UK backs plan to split Taliban from within http://politics.guardian.co.uk/foreignaffairs/story/0,,2191273,00.html?gusrc=rss&feed=19 (Afghanistan) Taliban sets out demands to Afghan president -- Mullah Omar wants control of 10 southern provinces, a timetable for withdrawal of foreign troops, and the release of all Taliban prisoners within six months http://www.guardian.co.uk/afghanistan/story/0,,2191310,00.html (Afghanistan) U.S. denies Quran desecration allegation http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071015/ap_on_re_as/afghanistan_4;_ylt=AgkVp_zg5pSxs4TaUree5BXOVooA (Afghanistan) Report: Air strike kills three Afghan civilians: police http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071015/wl_sthasia_afp/afghanistanunrestnatocivilian_071015110756;_ylt=AjKtr2Ocph4jbPJ.lWqDdmfOVooA Pakistan Muslim Militants Attack Church - near Lahore http://www.bosnewslife.com/asia-pacific/pakistan/3221-pakistan-muslim-militants-attack-church (Pakistan) Lal Masjid to again turn red after Eid http://www.dawn.com/2007/10/14/top18.htm (Pakistan) Four power pylons blown up in Dera Bugti http://www.dawn.com/2007/10/14/top2.htm (Pakistan) Rail tracks blown up - in the Dashat area http://www.dawn.com/2007/10/13/top14.htm (India J&K) Three injured in militant attack in J&K -- in Budgam district http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Top_Headlines/Three_injured_in_militant_attack_in_JKs_Budgam_district/articleshow/2459358.cms India police see Islamic militants in cinema bomb http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/October/subcontinent_October549.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (India) Police: India's 2 main stock exchanges receive bomb threats http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1192380559180&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (India) High alert in Delhi http://www.hindu.com/2007/10/15/stories/2007101576460300.htm (Bangladesh) Bombs Seized, Four Arrested in Bangladesh http://www.arabnews.com/?page=4§ion=0&article=102481&d=15&m=10&y=2007 (U.S.) An Internet jihad aims at U.S. viewers -- Samir Khan in North Carolina in "Islamic jihadi media" -- estimated 100 English language Jihad web sites http://www.iht.com/articles/2007/10/15/america/15net.php (U.S.) Independent Web operators promote al-Qaida http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2007/10/15/independent_web_operators_promote_alqaida/6348/ (U.S.) FBI monitoring al-Qaida associates in north Jersey http://www.pressofatlanticcity.com/news/newjersey/story/7509363p-7407380c.html (U.S.) House bill to intensify FISA talks http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20071015/NATION/110150048/1002 (Lebanon) Hezbollah, Israel set for limited prisoner swap http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071015/wl_nm/lebanon_israel_exchange_dc_1;_ylt=AnHvhapq8.iuBqC5JcOZKO3agGIB (Lebanon) MP Wael Abu Faour: Hizbullah Trying to Marginalize the Christians' Political Role http://www.naharnet.com/domino/tn/NewsDesk.nsf/getstory?openform&15686D867F57F91BC225737500433ACA Egypt frees key Hamas terrorist -- Nahro Massoud - one of the commanders of Hamas's armed wing, Izzadin Kassam http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1192380554462&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Syria) UN: No information about strike on alleged Syrian reactor http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/October/middleeast_October182.xml§ion=middleeast&col= U.S. Secretary of State Rice: 'It's time for the establishment of a Palestinian state http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1192380559453&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Israel) Border Guards arrest Palestinian Islamic Jihad operative near Hebron http://www.ynetnews.com/articles/0,7340,L-3460013,00.html (Belgium) Suicide bomber recruitment trial starts in Belgium -- including a female convert to Islam who carried out a suicide attack in Iraq http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071015/wl_nm/belgium_trial_suicidebomber_dc_1 (Spain) Islamists on trial for plan to attack Spanish court http://news.monstersandcritics.com/europe/news/article_1365355.php/Islamists_on_trial_for_plan_to_attack_Spanish_court__Roundup_ (Spain) 30 tried in Spain in court bombing plot http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071015/ap_on_re_eu/spain_terror_plot (Netherlands) Man shot dead attacking Amsterdam police had mental problems, possible terrorism link -- links to Hofstad Group radical Muslim group http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/15/europe/EU-GEN-Netherlands-Police-Stabbing.php (UK) BBC Broadcast Jihadist Paintball Training Camp in Pre-7/7 Bombing Program "Don't Panic, I'm Islamic" (my title) http://biased-bbc.blogspot.com/2007/10/rather-unfortunate-that-in-days-before.html Turkey: Ground offensive in Iraqi Kurdistan mooted after attacks http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1428931862 (Turkey) Too early to speak on Iraq move: Turkish general http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/October/middleeast_October179.xml§ion=middleeast&col= Turkish troops shell Iraqi border village -- a frontier guard said on Monday http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/focusoniraq/2007/October/focusoniraq_October97.xml§ion=focusoniraq (Russia) "Suicide bombers plot to kill Vladimir Putin" - update - Kremlin confirms report, Iran dismisses report as "completely without foundation" http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/middle_east/article2658731.ece (Russia) Putin confirms Iran trip, despite plot http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071015/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iran_russia_8;_ylt=An7dLLySRb1so6SKCf0SLkhSw60A Indonesia: Bali bomber wants to be beheaded http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1428940437 (Thailand) Huge bomb found before exploding - in Rangae district http://www.bangkokpost.com/breaking_news/previousdetail.php?id=122652 Philippine Abu Sayyaf Muslim militants get money after YouTube campaign -- update on earlier story http://news.monstersandcritics.com/asiapacific/news/article_1365314.php/Philippine_Muslim_militants_get_money_after_YouTube_campaign (Philippines) U.S. Human rights groups put on terror lists http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20071015/NATION/110150041/1002 Sri Lanka says 147 dead in recent fighting http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071015/wl_nm/srilanka_violence_dc_1;_ylt=Apvu1rOJqwUcg6omodlfJ30tM8oA New Zealand police hold 17 in terror raids -- Maori sovereignty and environmental activists http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/asia-pacific/7044448.stm (New Zealand) Police foil paramilitary plot - napalm bomb tested http://www.tv3.co.nz/News/National/Policefoilparamilitaryplotnapalmbombtested/tabid/423/articleID/36974/Default.aspx?ArticleID=36974 Other News: (U.S.) Detroit: FBI Investigates Construction Breach At Nuclear Power Plant http://www.clickondetroit.com/news/14328039/detail.html (UK) Priest gets a visit from 'hate crime' police for expressing his views on Muslim veil affair http://www.dailymail.co.uk/pages/live/articles/news/news.html?in_article_id=487598&in_page_id=1770 German Muslim group prints brochure on Islamic law http://www.todayszaman.com/tz-web/detaylar.do?load=detay&link=124662 Sean Penn urged to be terrorists' spin doctor -- Muslims militants have 'deep respect' for actor, tell Americans to listen to activist immediately http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=58144 (U.S) Stunning new video of Flight 800 crash site http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=58072 Against Nazi News: (Israel) Swastikas spray-painted on notice board in Jerusalem http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1192380558626&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Missing Nazi 'was killed by revenge group' http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml;jsessionid=25Q2AXQWT02LXQFIQMFCFF4AVCBQYIV0?xml=/news/2007/10/15/wisrael215.xml October 14, 2007 PM Anti-Terrorism News (Russia) Kremlin says Putin told of plot to kill him in Tehran http://today.reuters.com/news/articlenews.aspx?type=topNews&storyid=2007-10-14T211425Z_01_L14113904_RTRUKOC_0_US-RUSSIA-IRAN-PUTIN.xml (India) At least six killed, 30 injured in India cinema blast http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071014/wl_sthasia_afp/indiablast_071014190846;_ylt=AlFQCsgP6R6I6T09JLzR4_es0NUE (India) Blast breaks 7-year lull in Punjab http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Blast_breaks_7-year_lull_in_Punjab/articleshow/2458510.cms (Iraq) Shi'ite groups say attacked Polish envoy, embassy in Iraq http://www.reuters.com/article/latestCrisis/idUSKAR448621 Saudis arrest suspect in killings of four Frenchmen - killed in Feb. 26 attack - 2 terrorists already arrested, another killed http://www.iii.co.uk/news/?type=afxnews&articleid=6335013&subject=economic&action=article (Philippines) Gov’t fears terror attack as Sayyaf receives new funds - Abu Sayyaf helped by unidentified donor after Internet appeal http://www.sunstar.com.ph/static/net/2007/10/15/gov.t.fears.terror.attack.as.sayyaf.receives.new.funds.html Commentary: The looming new Islamist front -- Melanie Phillips http://www.melaniephillips.com/diary/?p=1672 Against Nazi News: (Iran) Hashemi Rafsanjani: Hitler Wanted to Rid World of Jews Because 'They Were a Pain in the Neck' http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,301296,00.html http://hurryupharry.bloghouse.net/archives/2007/10/12/if_hes_a_moderate.php October 14, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News Israeli planes struck nuclear site inside Syria, analysts say -- partly constructed nuclear reactor, apparently modeled on one North Korea has used to create its stockpile of nuclear weapons fuel http://www.iht.com/articles/2007/10/13/africa/14weapons.php (Iraq) US military says slain militant is senior al-Qaeda figure -- Abu Doha -- killed in Mosul http://news.monstersandcritics.com/middleeast/news/article_1365172.php/US_military_says_slain_militant_is_senior_al-Qaeda_figure__Roundup_ (Iraq) Bomb targets Iraqis heading to shrine -- car bomb kills 9, including children - in Kazimiyah district http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071014/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq;_ylt=AqWdof9uTZPMHn9Lg5JjFhZvaA8F (Iraq) 8 Iraqi civilians killed in truck bomb -in Samarra http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071014/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq_violence;_ylt=Ai0228ICBJ8Vghw4iWbylb9vaA8F (Iraq) Firefight in Al-Iskandariah kills four, 17 detained; driveby shooting kills one in Al-Hilla (my title) http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1027638 Iraqi warlord's defeat only hardens his resolve -- to battle against secular forces: "The Americans are very ignorant about us Islamists." http://www.latimes.com/news/nationworld/world/la-fg-bapir14oct14,1,4123356.story?coll=la-headlines-world&ctrack=1&cset=true (Afghanistan) South Korean church asked to repay cost of hostage rescue http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071014/wl_sthasia_afp/skoreaafghanistankidnap_071014135633;_ylt=AmxqK.tzbgbgJ95e77liQlbOVooA (Afghanistan) Report: US military to investigate claims Koran burnt in Afghanistan http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071014/wl_sthasia_afp/afghanistanunrestreligion_071014114220;_ylt=ApB7EljfzOFIfAKLxLokfNPOVooA (Pakistan) Two militants killed in Pakistan clash: army -- near checkpoint in Mir Ali http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071014/ts_nm/pakistan_violence_dc_1;_ylt=AoXrqNHteQlQaGTHXXohU9zOVooA (Pakistan) Role of Pakistan's 'captain' shows enduring Taliban ties -- Analysts fear intelligence agency figure actually plays double role http://www.chron.com/disp/story.mpl/world/5212587.html The new Taliban -- growth of Taliban http://observer.guardian.co.uk/world/story/0,,2190875,00.html?gusrc=rss&feed=12 (India) Ajmer blast victim is terror suspect http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/India/Ajmer_blast_victim_is_terror_suspect/articleshow/2456341.cms (India) Unexploded Amjer blast bomb was set to kill more at dargah -- was to go off 3 minutes after first bomb http://www.hindustantimes.com/Redir.aspx?ID=0f979306-4a40-4403-a03d-0ab29f6245c6 (India) Ajmer blast reveals new agenda of terrorists http://ia.rediff.com/news/2007/oct/14ajmer2.htm Algerian army foils Qaeda attack east of Algiers http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1847748&Language=en Algerian authorities arrest 14 people linked to Qaeda http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1027670 (U.S.) Detentions to be top topic for Mukasey http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071014/ap_on_go_ca_st_pe/attorney_general_4;_ylt=AndoZxz6JxA1czkFZeThJasTv5UB (U.S.) Hollywood in all-out assault on America's 'war on terror' http://news.independent.co.uk/world/americas/article3058911.ece (U.S.) Colmes: Offensive to Call Terrorists 'Islamic,' Use 'Books Not Bombs' on Hamas -- debate with Steven Emerson http://newsbusters.org/blogs/brad-wilmouth/2007/10/14/fncs-colmes-offended-calling-islamic-terrorists-islamic-use-books-not (U.S.) Pentagon and Islam -- fighters increasingly frustrated by the apparent failure of senior military and civilian officials to distinguish between the good guys and the bad guys http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20071012/NATION04/110120092/1008 (U.S.) Scouting a New Home For Homeland Security http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/10/13/AR2007101301199.html?hpid=topnews Iran detains human rights activists on security charges, news agency says http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/14/africa/ME-GEN-Iran-Activist-Detained.php (Lebanon) Fight against al-Qaeda 'unites' Shia and Sunni groups in Lebanon http://www.sundayherald.com/international/shinternational/display.var.1758655.0.0.php (Lebanon) Hezbollah captured Israeli soldiers 'handed to Iran' -- could be freed in a German-brokered swap http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,22586210-23109,00.html Hamas, PRC Claim Responsibility for Mortar Attack http://www.israelnationalnews.com/News/Flash.aspx/134645 Hamas arrests Palestinian journalist at Fatah rally http://www.ynetnews.com/articles/0,7340,L-3459652,00.html Palestinian Authority: Hamas planning mega terror attack to torpedo Annapolis talks http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1191257297237&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Turkey) Kurdish rebel commander warns Turkey against attacks on Iraqi Kurdish region http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/14/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq-Turkey.php (UK) Al Qaeda Target the Premiership Stadium -- reports that Al Qaeda Plotting To Bomb Soccer Game On Live TV http://www.nationalterroralert.com/updates/2007/10/13/britain-al-qaeda-plotting-to-bomb-soccer-game-on-live-tv/ http://www.newsoftheworld.co.uk/1410_al_qaeda_target_football.shtml (Spain) Outlawed Basque separatist party says leaders' arrests "hurt" http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/14/europe/EU-GEN-Spain-Batasuna-Response.php French, Spanish police chiefs will meet to discuss ETA http://www.focus-fen.net/?id=n124396 (Sri Lanka) 12 die in fresh clashes across Sri Lanka http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071014/wl_sthasia_afp/srilankaunrest_071014090435;_ylt=AhHQaZbGbkJpfdN25ZqTCTotM8oA (North Korea) Report: NKorea fence near nuke site -- in town of Punggyeri http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071014/ap_on_re_as/koreas_nuclear_1;_ylt=AkCMiID6rr6hd7x8iDbabQGCscEA Other News: (Australia) Islamic scarfs ban at airports http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,22582980-2,00.html?from=public_rss Against Nazi News: Italy: Neo-Nazis vacation in German concentration camp http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Religion/?id=1.0.1418787298 (Egypt) Reading 'Mein Kampf' in Cairo http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1191257294704&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull October 13, 2007 PM Anti-Terrorism News Iraqis say 48 al-Qaida fighters killed in 4-day operation to clear Sunni enclave in Baghdad http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/13/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq-Clashes.php (Iraq) Shiite leader backs Iraqi regional plan http://www.mercurynews.com/nationworld/ci_7169609?nclick_check=1 (Afghanistan) Taliban use South Korean hostage cash to fund weapons against US and UK forces (my title) http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/10/14/wtaliban114.xml (Afghanistan) Ten killed in Kandahar suicide bombing, 19 wounded -- in Spin Boldak - near Afghan/Pakistan border http://www.hindustantimes.com/StoryPage/StoryPage.aspx?id=145d3773-a459-4f97-8bed-8de53b8835f8&&Headline=Ten+killed+in+Kandahar+suicide+bombing http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,22582943-23109,00.html (Afghanistan) British colonel hails turnaround on Taliban http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071013/wl_sthasia_afp/britainmilitaryafghanistan (Afghanistan) India not to back talks with Taliban -- does not support Karzai's offer to engage "good Taliban http://www.hindu.com/2007/10/14/stories/2007101457061600.htm (Pakistan) Terrorists in training head to Pakistan -- Europe anti-terror officials fear Jihadists being trained in Pakistan http://www.latimes.com/news/nationworld/world/la-fg-jihad14oct14,1,6880455.story?track=rss&ctrack=1&cset=true (Pakistan) Tribal elders deny 30 abducted soldiers freed http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\10\14\story_14-10-2007_pg1_7 (Pakistan) 'US didn't strike in Pakistan for fear of toppling Musharraf': Peter Bergen http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007%5C10%5C14%5Cstory_14-10-2007_pg7_4 (India) Ajmer dargah a terrorist target since 2003 http://ia.rediff.com/news/2007/oct/13ajmer6.htm (U.S.) Former U.S. military police commander accused of aiding the enemy to face trial -- Army Lt. Col. William H. Steele http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/13/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq-Soldier-Charged.php (Indonesia) Bombers ready to die: "no there won't be any clemency because its not Islamic law - that is part of democracy and the law of democracy, and we are totally against democracy" http://www.smh.com.au/articles/2007/10/13/1191696224775.html Al Qaeda's Honey Trap for SITE? http://mypetjawa.mu.nu/archives/189757.php Sri Lanka: Rebels destroy army boat, army sinks rebel vessel - update http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/13/asia/AS-GEN-Sri-Lanka-Civil-War.php (North Korea) News report: High-level NKorean official leaves for visit to Syria http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/13/asia/AS-GEN-NKorea-Syria.php Other News: (U.S.) Clinton says she would negotiate with Iran if elected president http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1191257294219&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Against Nazi News: (UK) Oxford invites Holocaust denier to speak http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1191257292756&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull October 13, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News (Iraq) US confirms 2 troop deaths near Baghdad http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071013/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq_us_casualties_2;_ylt=At7GH0OuutT479NMobAB_0JX6GMA Iraq's Hakim calls for total US withdrawal http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/focusoniraq/2007/October/focusoniraq_October87.xml§ion=focusoniraq (Iraq) Gasps from al Qaeda -- letters of Abu Osama al-Tunisi to Al Qaeda chieftains http://washingtontimes.com/article/20071013/COMMENTARY/110130008/1012 Iraqi government says innocent victims unavoidable http://www.timesargus.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20071013/NEWS01/710130352/1002/NEWS01 Iraq: UN says civilians are victims of crimes against humanity http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1418490722 (Pakistan) Clashes resume in Waziristan -- between security forces and local Taliban http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\10\13\story_13-10-2007_pg1_4 (Pakistan) Support network in Pakistan accused of aiding Taliban http://www.newspress.com/Top/Article/article.jsp?Section=WORLD&ID=565103162530595071 (Pakistan) UK seeks extradition of terror suspect from Pakistan -- Rashid Rauf suspect in August 2006 transatlantic jet plot http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/World/UK_seeks_extradition_of_terror_suspect_from_Pakistan/articleshow/2454964.cms (India) Top LeT militant killed in encounter in Srinagar http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Top_LeT_militant_killed_in_encounter_in_Srinagar/articleshow/2455638.cms (India) Police probe link between Mecca, Ajmer blasts http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/India/Police_probe_link_between_Mecca_Ajmer_blasts/rssarticleshow/2455300.cms (Thailand) Insurgents kill four, wound two in South -- Narathiwat and Yala http://www.bangkokpost.com/breaking_news/breakingnews.php?id=122604 (Turkey) One Turkish soldier killed, two injured in landmine explosion http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1027458 US officials in Turkey to discuss planned operation against Kurdish rebels http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/13/europe/EU-GEN-Turkey-US-Military-Plan.php U.S. military looking at alternatives in case Turkey cuts access http://www.cnn.com/2007/US/10/12/us.turkey/index.html US to charge Guantanamo detainee with attempted murder - Afghan Mohammed Jawad http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071012/pl_afp/usafghanistanattacksprisonersguantanamo_071012204627;_ylt=AgGs5AgHXTCZBRqYoh.nmmbOVooA (U.S.) Holy Land Foundation trial: Still no verdict in case of Muslim charity's terror-funding trial http://www.dallasnews.com/sharedcontent/APStories/stories/D8S7V7783.html (U.S.) HLF's Financial Support of CAIR Garners New Scrutiny http://www.investigativeproject.org/article/513 (U.S.) Al Qaeda's Compromised Intranet & Our Compromised Intel? http://mypetjawa.mu.nu/archives/189752.php (U.S.) Seven years since USS Cole bombing http://www.wvec.com/news/local/stories/wvec_military_101207_cole_anniversary.1629b2fc4.html (U.S.) Former CEO Says U.S. Punished Phone Firm -- Qwest Feared NSA Plan Was Illegal, Filing Says http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/10/12/AR2007101202485.html?hpid=topnews Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei Urges Muslims to Boycott U.S. -Led Mideast Peace Conference http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,301538,00.html Iranian-American home after months in prison http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/21274682/ Egypt's Muslim Brotherhood clashes with security forces on first day of Eid al-Fitr -- Muslim Brotherhood of using iron poles and batons to prevent clerics from holding prayers http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/13/africa/ME-GEN-Egypt-Brotherhood.php http://www.gulf-times.com/site/topics/article.asp?cu_no=2&item_no=178381&version=1&template_id=48&parent_id=28 Somali army general, others assassinated in Somali capital, says U.N. agency http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/12/africa/AF-GEN-Somalia.php Israeli air strike kills Hamas militant in Gaza http://www.focus-fen.net/?id=n124287 Hamas leaders warn Palestinian president of Israel 'trap' http://www.usatoday.com/news/world/2007-10-13-hamas-israel_N.htm EU: 'We'll back Abbas if Hamas included' http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1191257286803&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Germany) Israel wants to block German release of Iranian terrorist: report http://news.monstersandcritics.com/europe/news/article_1364972.php/Israel_wants_to_block_German_release_of_Iranian_terrorist_report (UK) De Menezes officer knew he wasn't bomber http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/10/13/nmenezes113.xml Sri Lankan Army sinks LTTE boat, 3 rebels killed http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Sri_Lankan_Army_sinks_LTTE_boat_3_rebels_killed_/articleshow/2455397.cms (North Korea) US, NKorea open talks on nuclear disablement http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071012/pl_afp/nkoreanuclearweaponsusjapan2_071012135641;_ylt=AszUfQFjSTH35fHDqifnA8iCscEA (Columbia) Chavez says he'll meet FARC rebel leaders in coming week - Summary http://www.earthtimes.org/articles/show/123583.html October 12, 2007 PM Anti-Terrorism News (Iraq) Insurgent groups condemn al-Qaida tactics http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/21267335/ http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/10/nbc_insurgent_groups_condemn_a.php (U.S.) Terrorist suspects, drugs seized at ports -- 270 suspected of terror ties http://www.washingtontimes.com/article/20071011/NATION/110110073/1002 (U.S.) Atlanta: Judge denies request to close hearing in terrorism case -- Syed Ahmed trial http://www.walb.com/Global/story.asp?S=7206631 (U.S.) Guantanamo Bay: No access to suspected al-Qaeda boss for Canadian Mohamed Harkat's lawyer http://www.canada.com/nationalpost/news/story.html?id=da2bf756-e3e4-4da3-a105-8cd0a65b7fb0 "Tithing for Terrorists" - Financing jihad. -- Commentary by Rachel Ehrenfeld http://article.nationalreview.com/?q=MWEwMDg1ZThjM2FmYzU1MTU5Y2Q3MTBhY2I2YjM5NTc= Austria releases Bosnian in embassy bomb scare -- Austria keeps Bosnian with backpack bomb in custody http://www.reuters.com/article/latestCrisis/idUSL12622178 France to strengthen video surveillance system http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071012/lf_nm/france_security_surveillance_dc (India bombing) Islamist groups have made no secret of their loathing for the Ajmer Sharif shrine http://www.hindu.com/2007/10/13/stories/2007101351980300.htm (Bangladesh) 1 kg uranium seized from Bengal bus -- smuggled from Bangladesh http://www.hindustantimes.com/StoryPage/StoryPage.aspx?id=7857a0c2-b129-4b5a-97b8-391fee03f4e7&MatchID1=4578&TeamID1=7&TeamID2=3&MatchType1=1&SeriesID1=1148&PrimaryID=4578&Headline=1+kg+uranium+seized+from+Bengal+bus (UK) Video UK Terror Trial http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cw72r4yKYLg&e (UK) 'Terror leader wanted to bomb Parliament' -- Mohammed Hamid trial http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/10/12/nterror112.xml (Canada) Commission of Inquiry into the Investigation of the Bombing of Air India Flight 182 - (Acrobat file) Report on terrorist financing in, through, and out of Canada http://counterterrorismblog.org/newslinks/upload/2007/10/Deloitte%20-%20Air%20India%20Final%20Report.pdf (Sri Lanka) Two remote-controlled aircraft seized from LTTE: Colombo http://www.hindu.com/2007/10/12/stories/2007101255761500.htm Sri Lankan Government alleges Tamil Tigers preparing for chemical warfare http://www.wmdinsights.com/I19/I19_SA1_SR1_SriLankan.htm Other News: DNC: Romney's 'Jihad' Ad Shows Lack of Foreign Policy Credentials Democratic National Committee derides "misleading rhetoric about 'violent, radical Islamic fundamentalism,' declaring that 'their goal is to unite the world under a single Jihadist caliphate' and 'collapse freedom-loving nations like us' " http://orange.advfn.com/news_DNC-Romneys-Jihad-Ad-Shows-Lack-of-Foreign-Policy-Credentials_22714274.html http://marketwatch.nytimes.com/custom/nyt-com/html-story.asp?guid={2A43270D-2484-45CB-A19B-8DCD4AC0F99D}&symb=&sid=&siteid=NYT&dist=NYT&osymb= http://www.prnewswire.com/cgi-bin/stories.pl?ACCT=ind_focus.story&STORY=/www/story/10-12-2007/0004681123&EDATE=FRI+Oct+12+2007,+04:24+PM (UK) Amis returns fire in Islam row http://books.guardian.co.uk/news/articles/0,,2189868,00.html (U.S.) Romney Launches Tough-On-Terrorism Ad http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/R/ROMNEY_AD?SITE=AP&SECTION=HOME&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT&CTIME=2007-10-12-13-53-36 (Pakistan) Mohmand Taliban behead 6 'criminals' http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\10\13\story_13-10-2007_pg1_3 October 12, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News (Iraq) Terrorist uses toys to harvest Iraqi children during Eid -- in Toz Khormato - adult and child killed, 16 children wounded, bomb placed in cart of toys http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1847492&Language=en (Iraq) Bomb in Baghdad shopping area kills 4 - car bomb by clothing store - also investigation into U.S. military assault on AQ with claims of civilian deaths http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071012/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq_071009212990;_ylt=AmJ7k10ElX1DxSoYZInWrnxX6GMA (Iraq) Suicide car bombing kills nine people, injures 25 at Baghdad cafe http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1847431&Language=en Iraqi Army captures al-Qaeda leader, his aide -- in Muqdadiya district of Diyala http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1027338 (Iraq) Shiites grow disillusioned with militia in Baghdad http://www.iht.com/articles/2007/10/12/africa/12mahdi.php (Iraq) Report: US air strike on insurgents kills 15 women and children in Iraq http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticle.asp?xfile=data/focusoniraq/2007/October/focusoniraq_October79.xml§ion=focusoniraq (Afghanistan) Taliban chief Mullah Omar urges Afghanistan's neighbors to help drive out foreign troops -- and oust Karzai government http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/12/asia/AS-GEN-Afghan-Mullah-Omar.php (Afghanistan) Taliban leader Mullah Omar boasts Kabul forced to bargain with insurgency -- Omar claims Taliban's "jehad" had reached "success point" http://www.turkishpress.com/news.asp?id=197999&s=&i=&t=Taliban_leader_boasts_Kabul_forced_to_bargain_with_insurgency (Afghanistan) Four killed in bomb blast in Afghanistan: NATO -- bomb near Gereshk district of Helmand province -- conflicting reports on number of dead http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071012/wl_sthasia_afp/afghanistanunresteidblasttoll_071012083218;_ylt=AhpZnANgX7MBn1CYFFJRthPOVooA http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071012/wl_sthasia_afp/afghanistanunresteidblast_071012091916;_ylt=Ag0zdNndPvBWRQThQ3ks1orOVooA (Pakistan) BBC: "Venturing into the Taleban's backyard" http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/south_asia/7039661.stm (Pakistan) Govt not serious about troops' release: militants http://www.dawn.com/2007/10/12/top2.htm (Pakistan) Tabliban Militants holding soldiers speak to BBC http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2007/10/12/militants_holding_soldiers_speak_to_bbc/2354/ Pakistan Army fumes at BBC interview of abducted soldiers http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\10\12\story_12-10-2007_pg1_2 (Pakistan) Elders negotiating N Waziristan truce http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\10\12\story_12-10-2007_pg1_1 (Pakistan) Nominated Pakistan army chief Kayani says 'no let up' in war on terror http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/12/asia/AS-GEN-Pakistan-Violence.php Pakistan military spokesman: Al-Qa'ida behind attacks on Pakistan troops http://www.theaustralian.news.com.au/story/0,25197,22575332-31477,00.html (Pakistan) Buddha rock carving in Pakistan damaged http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2007/10/12/buddha_rock_carving_in_pakistan_damaged/5044/ (Pakistan) AQ Khan won’t be handed over: PM Aziz http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\10\12\story_12-10-2007_pg7_18 http://www.pakistantimes.net/2007/10/12/top2.htm (Pakistan) Musharraf's popularity at all-time low: US survey: Majority of respondents against govt-PPP deal http://www.dawn.com/2007/10/12/top3.htm (India J&K) Militant killed as rebel cease-fire starts in Kashmir -- at camp in Srinagar -- Lashkar-e-Tayyeba attacks base http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/October/subcontinent_October441.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (India J&K) Seven killed in Kashmir explosion - in Srinagar http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/south_asia/7039272.stm (India) Terrorist held by Mumbai police -- Mustaffa Sayyad has been taking shelter in Hyderabad since May 2006 http://www.hindu.com/2007/10/12/stories/2007101259110100.htm (India) Ajmer Shrine bomb was inside a tiffin box -- Lashkar-e-Taiba suspected http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Ajmer_bomb_was_inside_a_tiffin_box/articleshow/2450722.cms (India) Six held for blast at Amjer Shrine (my title) http://news.webindia123.com/news/Articles/India/20071012/792111.html (India) Live bomb found near main gate of Ajmer dargah - on Friday http://www.hindustantimes.com/StoryPage/StoryPage.aspx?id=ab3eb802-1579-46f5-a424-07daaf19201e&&Headline=Live+bomb+found+near+main+gate+of+dargah (India) Blast at Ajmer dargah: 3 dead, 28 hurt - update on Muslim shrine bombing Thursday http://www.rediff.com/news/2007/oct/11ajmer.htm http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071011/wl_sthasia_afp/indiaunrestblastislam_071011170943 India to take terrorism head on : Prime Minister Singh http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1847482&Language=en (U.S.) Miami: Liberty City 7 Trial - Terror jury hears al-Qaida oaths -- video of Al Qaeda oaths "to the path of holy war" http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/terrorism_investigation;_ylt=AoFYnWASrn6eqj3lrMAU_OATv5UB (U.S.) Al Qaeda Breach Called ‘Serious' but ‘Reparable' http://www.nysun.com/article/64466 (U.S.) Atlanta: Terror suspect says FBI spied on his library computer use -- Georgia Tech student Syed Ahmed http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/11/america/NA-GEN-US-Terrorism-Arrests.php (U.S.) Holy Land Foundation: Image of Check from HLF to CAIR http://www.jihadwatch.org/archives/018448.php http://www.anti-cair-net.org/ (U.S.) Bush administration gaining ground on wiretap authority http://www.iht.com/articles/2007/10/08/news/intel.php Iran Promises "Final Response" to US and Israel on October 12 -- Islamic Republic’s Quds (Jerusalem) Day http://www.israelnationalnews.com/News/News.aspx/123724 (Iran) Rice: Iran 'Lying' About Aim of Nuke Program http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,301270,00.html (Iran) Watchdog warns Iran to address money laundering, terror financing http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1191257289287&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Lebanon) Has Al-Qaeda set its sights on Lebanon's prime minister? http://www.dailystar.com.lb/article.asp?edition_id=1&categ_id=2&article_id=85947 (Lebanon) Suspects in German train bombing appear in Beirut court http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=26&story_id=44863 (Lebanon) Man says he planted German train bombs -- Jihad Hamad on trial in Lebanon for German train bomb plot http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071012/ap_on_re_mi_ea/lebanon_terror_trial (Egypt) The Muslim Brotherhood shows its true colors http://www.csmonitor.com/2007/1012/p09s02-coop.html http://news.yahoo.com/s/csm/20071012/cm_csm/yelmenshawy12;_ylt=A0WTcVMCgA9HZG8Bxx39wxIF (Gaza) AP Interview: Islamic Jihad rocket leader: no peace for Israeli towns near Gaza http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/12/africa/ME-GEN-Palestinian-Rocket-Mastermind.php (Gaza) AP Gets Cozy With Islamic Jihad http://jammiewearingfool.blogspot.com/2007/10/ap-gets-cozy-with-islamic-jihad.html (Israel) IDF arrests four terror suspects in West Bank overnight http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1191257288962&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Somalia) Suicide bomber kills 3 in Somalia http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2007/10/12/suicide_bomber_kills_3_in_somalia/9530/ (Sudan) Group: Sudan attacked women, children http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2007/10/12/group_sudan_attacked_women_children/3941/ (Indonesia) Victims' families outraged that Bali bombers attended party http://www.smh.com.au/articles/2007/10/11/1191696076832.html (Indonesia) On Anniversary of Bali Bombing, Terrorist Group Still Dangerous http://voanews.com/english/2007-10-12-voa4.cfm (UK) Terror suspect 'taunted police'-- Mohammed Hamid trial http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/10/11/nterror111.xml (UK) 'Terrorist camp recruits went paintballing and pole-vaulting for Allah' -- Mohammed Hamid trial -- Jihadists sang song seeking to "bomb England" http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/uk/crime/article2641516.ece (UK) Commentary: Chilling Effect: The U.S. Courts Wouldn't Stop Me From Writing About Terrorist Funding. But England Might -- by Matthew Levitt http://www.tnr.com/doc.mhtml?i=w071008&s=levitt101007 (UK) Commentary: Alms for Jihad http://frontpagemagazine.com/Articles/Read.aspx?GUID=AB232ECB-25D9-4B8E-8FCA-3441CDB01B1F Turkey 'accepts invasion fallout' - Turkish PM says it accepts the international price of an invasion of N Iraq http://www.cnn.com/2007/WORLD/meast/10/12/turkey.kurds.ap/index.html (Turkey) PKK rebels say heading into Turkey from Iraq http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071012/wl_nm/turkey_iraq_dc;_ylt=A0WTcVmhcA9HEwcBwghvaA8F Spanish police foil bomb attack by French Muslim http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/breaking-news/world/europe/article3053933.ece (Spain) Barcelona suicide bomber caught -- Moroccan man caught with bomb claimed jilted lover, but was planning terrorist attack http://www.irishexaminer.com/breaking/world/mhmhkfqlsngb/ (Germany) Suspect in German terror bomb plot denies any link - Atilla Selek allegedly trained at Pak terrorist camp & part of inner circle http://www.iht.com/articles/2007/10/11/europe/germany.php?WT.mc_id=rsseurope Australia 'terror doctor' case flawed: review -- Mohamed Haneef http://afp.google.com/article/ALeqM5iMtgrU8om2kfqPlU2biCWOGZp9cg (Philippines) Australia warns citizens against insurgent attacks in rural Philippine areas http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/storypage.aspx?StoryId=95428 (Sri Lanka) Fresh fighting kills 12 in Sri Lanka http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071012/wl_sthasia_afp/srilankaunrest_071012075131;_ylt=Amvotc5rPlpC9GHirQPreGktM8oA North Korea criticizes Bush remark - regarding "brutal regimes" http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071012/ap_on_re_as/nkorea_us_1;_ylt=AkIsdogVanSt1mOtwugD_8KCscEA (Russia) Putin warns against U.S. missile defense http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/21262371/ Other News: (U.S.) Bush greets Muslims on Eid Al-Fitr http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1847426&Language=en (U.S.) Who's Behind the Censorship of Islamo-Fascism Awareness Week? http://www.frontpagemag.com/Articles/Read.aspx?GUID=8C1F85EE-1AC2-43B8-BDB6-5FE4951035B4 (U.S.) Google Bans Ads That Criticize Far-Left MoveOn.org http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,301267,00.html (U.S.) Penn State Reports 'Minor Leak of Slightly Radioactive Water' http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,301297,00.html Indian prime minister won't take on Communists over nuclear deal with U.S. http://www.iht.com/articles/2007/10/12/asia/india.php Against Nazi News: Germans' love letters to Hitler hit the book stands http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=26&story_id=44886 October 11, 2007 PM Anti-Terrorism News (U.S.) Miami: Liberty City group sought military gear, FBI 'al-Qaida' informant says -- cell's ringleader had list of explosives, weapons it sought http://www.orlandosentinel.com/news/local/state/sfl-1011alqaida,0,4853201.story http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/terrorism_investigation;_ylt=AiE7wiU15XgUcGVP7ReOMjITv5UB http://www.insidebayarea.com/news/ci_7149274 (Afghanistan) Police colluded with Taliban, say Afghan and German hostage -- says Afghan police escort handed them over to Taliban http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071011/wl_sthasia_afp/afghanistanunrestkidnapgermanytaliban;_ylt=A9G_RzzbTw5HgyAAcQdvaA8F (Pakistan) 50 foreign militants said killed in Pakistan clashes -- near Afghan border -- during recent clashes http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071011/wl_afp/pakistanafghanistanunrest_071011143239;_ylt=A9G_RzwnWw5HGTcAiggwuecA (India J&K) Ambush, gunbattles kills 5 militants, 2 soldiers in Indian Kashmir http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/11/asia/AS-GEN-Kashmir-Violence.php (Somalia) Suicide bomber kills 2 in Somalia -- update -- two died from Wednesday suicide car bomb attack on base near Somali PM http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071011/ap_on_re_af/somalia (Somalia) MEMRI: Leader of the Al-Qaeda-Affiliated Somali Islamic Courts Union Vows to Annihilate Ethiopia http://memri.org/bin/latestnews.cgi?ID=SD173907 (U.S.) Illegal weapons exports up, US says -- to Iran, China -- New Federal Task Forces Take Aim at U.S. Goods Being Used For Terror http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071011/ap_on_go_ca_st_pe/terror_exports_1;_ylt=AiFpGty8vBFT1xTyE7XeCeMTv5UB http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,301164,00.html U.S. UN ambassador: Iraq, Afghanistan wars going badly http://www.nydailynews.com/news/wn_report/2007/10/11/2007-10-11_un_ambassador_iraq_afghanistan_wars_goin.html (U.S.) Is the Holy Land Foundation Trial Heading Toward a Mistrial? http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/10/is_the_holy_land_foundation_tr_1.php (U.S.) Holy Land Foundation: Denials Carry a Familiar Ring http://www.investigativeproject.org/article/510 (UK) Five stand trial for 'terrorist training offenses': Mohammed Hamid, Mousa Brown, Mohammed Al Figari, Kibley Da Costa, and Kader Ahmed -- roundup of current July 21 trials http://www.news.com.au/dailytelegraph/story/0,22049,22567686-5006003,00.html (UK) Jury sees 'terror camp' footage -- Mohammed Hamid trial: "We are supposed to take on two kuffars" http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/7039608.stm (UK) July 21 terrorist recruiter 'practiced beheading with melons'-- Mohammed Hamid trial http://www.dailymail.co.uk/pages/live/articles/news/news.html?in_article_id=487127&in_page_id=1770&ito=newsnow (UK) Terror suspects' accounts frozen -- of eight people suspected of being linked to terrorism http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/7039322.stm Egypt detains 3 Islamists for allegedly plotting to bomb pro-democracy center http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/11/africa/ME-GEN-Egypt-Islamists.php Iran says it answers questions on centrifuges in talks with U.N nuclear agency http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/11/africa/ME-GEN-Iran-Nuclear.php (Lebanon) Suspects in German train bombing appear in Beirut court http://news.monstersandcritics.com/europe/news/article_1364554.php/Suspects_in_German_train_bombing_appear_in_Beirut_court (Lebanon) UN Official: Hizbullah Re-Arming Underground http://www.israelnationalnews.com/News/Flash.aspx/134501 Report: Hamas Brought 70 Million Dollars into Gaza http://www.israelnationalnews.com/News/Flash.aspx/134548 Israel denies it believes troops captured by Hezbollah are dead http://www.haaretz.com/hasen/spages/911897.html Azerbaijan Launches Manhunt For Terror Suspect http://www.rferl.org/featuresarticle/2007/10/9AFF24A5-6292-47EE-AB7E-9E5D26B55DBB.html (India) Bomb kills two at Indian Muslim pilgrimage site http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071011/wl_nm/india_bomb_dc;_ylt=AkBGiilTOrD6Qq8i3C5axZCs0NUE (Lebanon) Former General Aoun & Orange TV Spreading Iranian-inspired Jihadist Propaganda http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/10/former_general_aoun_orange_tv.php (Indonesia) Thoughts from a Bali bombing survivor http://www.abc.net.au/melbourne/stories/s2056072.htm (Indonesia) U.S. lifts Bali airport security alert http://www.reuters.com/article/latestCrisis/idUSJAK163322 (West Bank) PA to free 25 Hamas security prisoners http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1191257283817&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (UK) Lockerbie lawyers demand secret foreign evidence (update) - Seek document on type of timer used http://au.news.yahoo.com/071011/15/14nk6.html (Canada) Air India head lashes Ottawa on terrorism financing void - Head of 1985 Air India bombing inquiry hits failures http://www.canada.com/cityguides/halifax/info/story.html?id=81fbea17-be64-4ed4-8ee3-3a5ae5d17143&k=83634 (Canada) Terror funding tracking agency a 'black hole': report http://ca.news.yahoo.com/s/10102007/3/canada-terror-funding-tracking-agency-black-hole-report.html Commentary: Mark Steyn: The vanishing jihad exposes -- disappearance of "Alms for Jihad" -- and links between Thomas Kean and Sheikh Khalid bin Mahfouz http://www.ocregister.com/opinion/mark-steyn-jihad-1797347-exposs-column (Columbia) FARC hostages: France offers solutions http://www.lefigaro.fr/english/20071011.WWW000000421_farc_hostages_france_offers_solutions.html Other News: (U.S.) Empire State Building to go green for Muslim holiday http://www.breitbart.com/article.php?id=071010191023.zonyv389&show_article=1 UK: Airport supervisor suspended for offending Muslims by hanging picture of Jesus http://www.jihadwatch.org/dhimmiwatch/archives/018434.php http://www.dailymail.co.uk/pages/live/articles/news/news.html?in_article_id=486880&in_page_id=1770 (U.S.) Planned 'Columbine-Style' Attack Averted: Student Arrested http://blogs.abcnews.com/theblotter/2007/10/planned-columbi.html October 11, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News (Iraq) MNF kills 37 terrorists, detains 25, demolish five Qaeda houses -- in Diyala River Valley, mosque found to be used Al Qaeda meetings http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1847276&Language=en (Iraq) Separate incidents in Iraq leave four MNF soldiers dead, 38 wounded -- combat battle and attack on Victoria base http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1847274&Language=en Iraq insurgent groups form one council -- 6 groups in "political council" to liberate Iraq - appear to distance themselves from AQ-led coalition - new group's claims activities based on "Islamic Sharia law and tradition" http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071011/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq_insurgents_1;_ylt=AgrVUyDM8_dUBTacFQzES2BX6GMA (Iraq) Marines press to remove their forces from Iraq -- to Afghanistan http://www.iht.com/articles/2007/10/11/america/11military.php (Afghanistan) 8 Taliban killed in Afghan clashes http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/afghanistan;_ylt=AjkU_8.o1fUC_zeu9xk3XYLOVooA (Afghanistan) Suicide car bomber strikes police convoy in Kirkuk -- in busy market killing 7, wounding 50 http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1191257283041&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Afghanistan) Taliban suicide bombs not strategic threat: NATO spokesman U.S. Major Charles Anthony - deaths from more than 100 suicide bombers "regrettable" http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071011/wl_nm/afghan_violence_suicide_dc_1;_ylt=AmkUGdqNa90GF82R5vmi65POVooA (Afghanistan) 5 prisoners freed for kidnapped German, Afghan official says http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/11/asia/AS-GEN-Afghan-Kidnapped-German.php Afghanistan shuts security firms http://www.cnn.com/2007/WORLD/asiapcf/10/11/afghanistan.contractors.ap/index.html (Pakistan) 15 more killed in N Waziristan air attacks http://paktribune.com/news/index.shtml?191651 Pakistan bombs wreck anti-British firebrand's mosque -- Fakir of Ippi mosque http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/October/subcontinent_October414.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (Pakistan) Peace talks after Pakistan tribal zone bloodshed http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071011/wl_afp/pakistanafghanistanunrest_071011113857;_ylt=AgSIsbjLceIM_x6XKHdKWqfzPukA (Pakistan) Surge in attacks by Islamic militants in Pakistan fuels opposition to alliance with US http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/11/asia/AS-GEN-Pakistan-War-Weary.php (Pakistan) Battle against terrorism in FATA is lost, US Congress told http://www.dawn.com/2007/10/11/top5.htm 'Pakistan Army reactive, not proactive in FATA' -- Former FATA secretary says government 'absolutely paralyzed' in Tribal Areas http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\10\11\story_11-10-2007_pg1_9 (Pakistan) Bomb blasts hit music shops in northwest Pakistan http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/World/Pakistan/Bomb_blasts_hit_music_shops_in_northwest_Pakistan/articleshow/2448691.cms (Pakistan) American labor supports economic opportunity zones in FATA http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\10\11\story_11-10-2007_pg7_9 (Pakistan) Hadyara village Christians fear church attack -- men with steel bars and guns attacking Christians and announcing plans for a "final attack" over mosque loudspeakers http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\10\11\story_11-10-2007_pg7_3 (Pakistan) 'Islam Aur Fidai Hamlay' book banned --- "Islam and suicide attacks" - written by Mufti Abdul Bashar Qasmi http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\10\11\story_11-10-2007_pg7_10 (Pakistan) Islamists damage giant rock Buddha http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/10/11/wpak111.xml (India J&K) Chief Commader of Jamait-ul-Mujahideen (JuM) and his body guard killed in Kashmir http://news.webindia123.com/news/Articles/India/20071011/791247.html (India J&K) Top Hizbul Mujahideen (HuM) militant held in J&K -- with Rs 2.54 lakh hawala money http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/India/Top_Hizbul_militant_held_in_JK/articleshow/2448683.cms (India) Hyderabad: teacher's anti-Islam remarks sparks debate and violence http://in.news.yahoo.com/071010/211/6ls6u.html (India Assam) Four militants arrested in Assam http://www.satp.org/satporgtp/detailed_news.asp?date1=10/11/2007#9 (India) 16 suspected Maoists arrested in Jharkhand http://www.satp.org/satporgtp/detailed_news.asp?date1=10/11/2007#8 (Bangladesh) JMB threatens to set ablaze Petrobangla office building in Dhaka http://www.satp.org/satporgtp/detailed_news.asp?date1=10/11/2007#10 U.S. State Department issues updated Worldwide Caution on the continuing threat of terrorist actions and violence against Americans and interests overseas http://travel.state.gov/travel/cis_pa_tw/pa/pa_1161.html (U.S.) 42% Believe U.S. Tortures Prisoners, 27% Say It Should http://news.yahoo.com/s/rasmussen/20071010/pl_rasmussen/torturepoll20071010 (U.S.) Bush warns Congress not to weaken eavesdrop powers http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071010/pl_afp/usattackspoliticsespionage (U.S.) Attorney General Nominee Made His Name With Terror Cases http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/10/10/AR2007101002528.html?hpid=topnews (Somalia) Suicide car bomber tries attack on Somali Prime Minister -- five civilians killed across county -- suicide bomb came day after Islamist insurgent commander called for a jihad against nation's govt http://www.metimes.com/storyview.php?StoryID=20071011-082212-8583r (Somalia) Suspected suicide bomb in Somalia kills three Ethiopian soldiers http://news.monstersandcritics.com/africa/news/article_1364353.php/Suspected_suicide_bomb_in_Somalia_kills_three_Ethiopian_soldiers (Somalia) Violence in Somalia kills seven - land mine in Kismayu and gun battle in Mogadishu http://www.earthtimes.org/articles/show/122145.html Somali forces shut radio station after Islamist interview http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/RWB.NSF/db900SID/SSHN-77VBHG?OpenDocument (Algeria) Death of al-Qaida in North Africa leader shows success in Algerian anti-terror crackdown http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/11/africa/AF-GEN-Algeria-Al-Qaida.php Sudan: Darfur Attack 'Targeted Women And Children' http://allafrica.com/stories/200710100725.html (Philippines) Al-Qaida-linked militants plan bombings after Ramadan, Philippine police warn http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/11/asia/AS-GEN-Philippines-Ramadan-Alert.php PNP braces for new terror attacks http://newsinfo.inquirer.net/breakingnews/nation/view_article.php?article_id=93891 (Thailand) 2 police injured, insurgent killed in South -- in Rueso district of Narathiwat http://www.bangkokpost.com/breaking_news/previousdetail.php?id=122526 Indonesia: Plea to save Bali bombers from death penalty http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1413661590 (Indonesia) Bali bombers' barbie with top cop -- convicted Bali nightclub bombers attend dinner party with Indonesia's anti-terrorism chief: "We are all Muslims. We make them our brothers, not our enemy." http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,22568380-23109,00.html (Australia) Terror threat in SE Asia 'has lessened' -- Australian Foreign Minister: "The Indonesians have done an excellent job" http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,22568219-29277,00.html Saudi Cash for al Qaeda -- regarding Treasury announcement http://frontpagemagazine.com/Articles/Read.aspx?GUID=C2437CDF-BD57-4FAC-B18D-4160EE5309C1 -- see Zachary Abuza October 10 posting http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/10/treasury_department_announces.php Syria refuses to participate in Middle East peace conference http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1191257282860&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Egypt) Muslim Brotherhood sets up Islamic clerical power -- blueprint for political platform calls for Islamist theocracy http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1191257272188&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Lebanon) Palestinian families return to devastated camp in Lebanon http://www.ynetnews.com/articles/0,7340,L-3458730,00.html (Iran) 2006 Lebanon War, Attack on Israeli Missile Boat Feature in Iranian Animated Children's Film Aired on International Jerusalem Day http://memri.org/bin/latestnews.cgi?ID=SD173607 Fatah disbelieves sincerity of Hamas talks http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2007/10/11/fatah_disbelieves_sincerity_of_hamas_talks/2142/ Hamas says takeover of Gaza only temporary http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1191257275347&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Gaza) Baptist publicly tortured for 'spreading Christianity' -- found dead last weekend http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=58076 (Israel) Palestinian convert to Judaism convicted of aiding Islamic militants http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/10/africa/ME-GEN-Israel-Palestinian-Convicted.php Israel arrests Hamas leader in West Bank http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/October/middleeast_October130.xml§ion=middleeast&col= (Israel) IDF arrests 10 terror suspects in West Bank; fires at 2 gunmen http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1191257276877&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Israel) IAF attacks Kassam launchers in northern Gaza Strip http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1191257276269&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Israel) Jenin: IDF kills senior Tanzim operative - planning to carry out terror attacks in Israel in the near future http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1191257278005&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Canada) Aid sought in tracking terror funding http://www.theglobeandmail.com/servlet/story/LAC.20071011.BCAIRINDIA11/TPStory/National (Tajikistan) Tajik court imprisons 10 for terrorism, membership in banned militant group - Islamic Movement of Uzbekistan http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/11/asia/AS-GEN-Tajikistan-IMU-Trial.php Turkey: Bomb attack market Dyarbakir, at least one dead -- Wednesday http://www.agi.it/world/news/200710102013-cro-ren0121-art.html Netherlands: Summary of AIVD report on neo-radicalism -- extended news summary http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/10/netherlands-summary-of-aivd-report-on.html (Netherlands) Hirsi Ali to pay for her own security http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=1&story_id=44796 EU Court: Germany right to stop property sale to person listed on EU terror list -- Ageel A. Al Ageel allegedly associated with Al Qaeda http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/11/europe/EU-GEN-EU-Court-Terror-List.php (Spain) ETA 'preparing for chemcial weapon attack': police http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=81&story_id=44821 (France) ETA suspected in theft of chemicals from French plant http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/11/europe/EU-GEN-France-Spain-ETA.php French police trace 1980 synagogue bomb suspect to Canada http://afp.google.com/article/ALeqM5jekFSlpISernDLEXBTwX0g4ZEJMw (UK) 'Osama bin London' ran training camps across Britain, terror trial told http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/uk/crime/article2630899.ece (UK) Jihad Camps 'Were Preparation For Murder' -- Mohammed Hamid trial http://www.policeoracle.com/news/Jihad-Camps-Were-Preparation-For-Murder_14606.html (UK) Terror recruiter 'converted men to extremism' -- Mohammed Hamid trial http://news.independent.co.uk/uk/legal/article3047675.ece (UK) "Lyrical terrorist" stored a library of hate, court told -- Samina Malik joined group "The Jihad Way" - female Heathrow airport worker wrote a poem entitled "How to Behead" and another on martyrdom http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/uk/crime/article2633764.ece (UK) Scottish court to hear appeal of man convicted in Lockerbie bombing case http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/11/europe/EU-GEN-Britain-Lockerbie.php (UK) Northern Ireland police arrest 7 suspected IRA dissidents, search for explosives http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/11/europe/EU-GEN-NIreland-IRA-Dissidents.php Sri Lanka captures 2 Tamil Tiger boats after naval battle http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/11/asia/AS-GEN-Sri-Lanka-Civil-War.php (North Korea) US team leaves Beijing for nuclear talks in North Korea http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/11/asia/AS-GEN-Koreas-Nuclear.php Other News: Muslims Leaders Warn Pope told 'survival of world' at stake if Muslims and Christians do not make peace http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/comment/faith/article2636117.ece http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,301116,00.html -- Full text of the letter http://www.timesonline.co.uk/multimedia/archive/00218/Open_letter_from__M_218459a.pdf Pope attacks Iran at Jewish Congress http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/comment/faith/article2623793.ece -- Ahmadinejad on Israel: 30 jaw-dropping quotes http://timesonline.typepad.com/faith/2007/10/1-we-dont-shy-a.html Iran police warn 122,000 over unIslamic dress http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/October/middleeast_October137.xml§ion=middleeast Palestinian Terrorists threaten U.S. presidential candidate Rudy Giuliani, cite Rudy's war stance, Arafat treatment http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=58083 (U.S.) Fatwa by Influential Islamic American Jurist: Marriage of Muslim Woman to Non-Muslim Man – Forbidden and Invalid http://memri.org/bin/latestnews.cgi?ID=SD173507 (U.S.) New Jersey: Poison gumballs the next terror tactic? http://www.newsday.com/news/local/newyork/am-gumball1011,0,7667810.story Netherlands: More immigrants leaving cities than moving in http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/10/netherlands-more-immigrants-leaving.html Belgium: 60% against headscarf at work http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/10/belgium-60-against-headscarf-at-work.html (Germany) Iranian media praise Dejagah, condemn Jewish council http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=26&story_id=44806 (UK) Anger over plan to dig up 350,000 bodies in historic London cemetery for Muslim burial site http://www.dailymail.co.uk/pages/live/articles/news/news.html?in_article_id=487017&in_page_id=1770&ito=newsnow October 10, 2007 PM Anti-Terrorism News (Iraq) U.S. holds 10,000 more detainees in Iraq than last year, commander says http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/10/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq-Detainees.php (Afghanistan) German Foreign Ministry: German engineer held hostage since July freed in Afghanistan http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/10/europe/EU-GEN-Germany-Afghanistan.php Turkish military pounds Kurdish rebel camps in northern Iraq with artillery fire http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/10/europe/EU-GEN-Turkey-Kurds.php Turkey Escalates Offensive Near Border (updated) - Turkish warplanes & helicopters attacked PKK positions near Iraq http://www.nytimes.com/aponline/world/AP-Turkey-Iraq.html (Lebanon) Militia rebuilds Beirut district in own image - Hezbollah rebuilding bombed areas with wartime features http://washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20071010/FOREIGN/110100040/1003 (U.S.) Holy Land Foundation Trial: More From the HLF Exhibits on the Ikhwan in America http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/10/more_from_the_hlf_exhibits_on.php (U.S.) The Holy Land Foundation Trial: Faith, Hate and Charity (Part Two of Two) - by Adrian Morgan http://www.familysecuritymatters.org/terrorism.php?id=1384944 (U.S.) A SLAPP Against Freedom - Attorneys have effective new way to defeat Islamic groups' libel suits -- Strategic Litigation Against Public Participation (SLAPP) http://www.city-journal.org/html/17_4_sndgs01.html (U.S.) Bullies Back Off -- Libel Suits Versus Terror Foes Lose Steam http://www.nypost.com/seven/10102007/postopinion/opedcolumnists/bullies_back_off.htm?page=1 (U.S.) Treasury takes action against 3 Saudis http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071010/ap_on_go_ca_st_pe/terror_financing;_ylt=ApsxXbjfN9IQTD4UsyTutb6s0NUE (U.S.) Treasury Department Announces Designation of 3 Saudi Nationals for Their Support of Abu Sayyaf http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/10/treasury_department_announces.php (Somalia) Splits Developing in Somali Insurgency http://www.jamestown.org/terrorism/news/article.php?articleid=2373704 (Canada) Judge keeps restrictions on suspected terrorist to remove any possible danger - Restrictions remain on suspected terrorist Adil Charkaoui http://cnews.canoe.ca/CNEWS/Canada/2007/10/10/4565397-cp.html (Germany) Anti-terror cyberspying focus of German court case - Security services want computer inspections using Internet spyware http://www.alertnet.org/thenews/newsdesk/L10105095.htm (Israel) Second Israeli bank cuts ties with Gaza - Discount Bank follows Bank Hapoalim http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1191257274005&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Israel) Bank of Israel to fine Discount Bank over money laundering (my title) http://www.globes.co.il/serveen/globes/docview.asp?did=1000261328&fid=1725 (Israel) IDF, Shin Bet arrest senior Hamas leader - Adel Issa Muhammad Jarish conducted numerous attacks inside Israel http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1191257272073&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Against-Nazi News: (U.S.) Dallas - FBI issues intelligence bulletin about Aryan Brotherhood http://www.chron.com/disp/story.mpl/ap/tx/5201658.html October 10, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News (Iraq) Suicide bomber targets Kurdish party offices near northern Iraqi city, kills 2, wounds 5 http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/10/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq-Violence.php Iraq insurgency: al-Qa'eda returns home http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/10/09/wanbar109.xml (Afghanistan) 8 suspected Taliban killed in southern Afghan clashes, 4 police wounded in bomb attack http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/10/asia/AS-GEN-Afghan-Violence.php (Afghanistan) Two worshippers killed, 10 wounded in shooting inside Afghan mosque http://news.monstersandcritics.com/southasia/news/article_1363985.php/Two_worshippers_killed_10_wounded_in_shooting_inside_Afghan_mosque (Afghanistan) Denmark supports the idea of opening political talks with Taliban http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/10/europe/EU-GEN-Denmark-Afghanistan.php Pakistan Federal Interior Minister: 'Talks only way to deal with Taliban' - both in Afghanistan and Pakistan http://www.dawn.com/2007/10/10/nat23.htm Pakistan Army incensed over mutilations -- previously kidnapped soldiers executed and mutilated by Taliban http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2007/10/10/army_incensed_over_mutilations/4736/ http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\10\05\story_5-10-2007_pg1_5 http://www.dawn.com/2007/10/05/top7.htm (Pakistan) 30 dead bodies of missing soldiers located - during cease fire http://paktribune.com/news/index.shtml?191565 (Pakistan) Government to approach Supreme Court against Lal Masjid concessions http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\10\10\story_10-10-2007_pg1_6 (Pakistan) US report terms Pakistan Al Qaeda 'safe haven' http://www.dawn.com/2007/10/10/top9.htm -- see National Strategy for Homeland Security http://www.whitehouse.gov/infocus/homeland/nshs/2007/index.html Pakistan Foreign Office denies its territory is 'safe haven' for Al-Qaida http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/World/Pakistan/Pak_denies_its_territory_is_safe_haven_for_Al-Qaida/articleshow/2446214.cms (Pakistan) Political paralysis lets Pakistan militants thrive http://www.iht.com/articles/2007/10/10/asia/10pakistan.php Pakistani provincial government dissolved amid disagreement among Islamist groups http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/10/asia/AS-POL-Pakistan-Politics.php (India J&K) 10 kg explosive seized in Doda http://news.webindia123.com/news/Articles/India/20071010/790146.html (Bangladesh) Two Jama'atul Mujahideen Bangladesh (JMB) militants sentenced to 10-years of rigorous imprisonment for August 2005 serial bomb blasts http://www.satp.org/satporgtp/detailed_news.asp?date1=10/10/2007#10 (U.S.) Miami: "Liberty City 7" Trial - FBI informant describes fear of discovery in terrorism case http://www.miamiherald.com/775/story/265672.html http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Top_Headlines/FBI_informant_describes_fear_of_discovery_in_terrorism_case/articleshow/2444393.cms (U.S.) Judge bars transfer of Guantanamo detainee to Tunisia http://www.iht.com/articles/2007/10/10/news/detain.php (U.S.) New Security Strategy Emphasizes Disaster Preparedness http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/10/09/AR2007100901026.html (U.S.) Jihad Boom Postcard Follow-up http://www.nationalterroralert.com/updates/2007/10/10/todays-date-1010-jihad-boom-postcard-follow-up/ (U.S.) House moves to limit FISA -- to restrict the government's power to eavesdrop on foreign terrorism suspects http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20071010/NATION/110100080/1001 (U.S.) Blogs target jihadis online -- Haganah.us and MyPetJawa.mu.nu quoted http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20071010/NATION/110100083/1001 http://haganah.us/haganah/index.html http://mypetjawa.mu.nu/ Iran announces new smart bomb http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2007/10/10/iran_announces_new_smart_bomb/3126/ (Iran) Russia's Putin says Iran is not building a nuclear weapon http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071010/wl_nm/france_russia_iran_dc_1;_ylt=ArxVK0itJWSEMI4HVIrrUqFSw60A (Iran) Ahmadinejad: Ground Zero like Holocaust 'false idol' http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=58056 - MEMRI video http://www.memritv.org/clip/en/1573.htm Egypt holds 62 accused of plot to bomb lobby group http://www.alertnet.org/thenews/newsdesk/L09697691.htm (Bahrain) Five to stand trial under Bahrain anti-terror law -- update http://www.gulfnews.com/region/Bahrain/10159149.html Lebanon Sends U.N., Arab League Updates on Fatah Islam Links with Syria, Hizbullah Armament http://www.naharnet.com/domino/tn/NewsDesk.nsf/getstory?openform&F9A6054E5B41326AC2257370001D6AE7 Israeli strike on Syria kindles debate in U.S. -- divide in U.S. administration over North Korea and Syria http://www.iht.com/articles/2007/10/10/america/10diplo.php http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1191257268891&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Israeli troops kill Palestinian militant in West Bank http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/October/middleeast_October119.xml§ion=middleeast&col= (Fatah) Abbas wants to establish state on 98 percent of West Bank http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1191257270068&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Turkey) Turk PM confirms plan to allow operation in Iraq http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071010/wl_nm/turkey_iraq_dc_6;_ylt=AiMgT1cWcrONxGuxCR0craPtfLkA (UK) Man admits organizing terrorist training camps for failed July 21 plot -- training for 'Jihad' against the 'Kuffir' http://www.dailymail.co.uk/pages/live/articles/news/news.html?in_article_id=486836&in_page_id=1770 (UK) Guilty plea to murder charges -- Atilla Ahmet -- plot to organize terrorist training camps across UK http://www.thesun.co.uk/sol/homepage/news/article324237.ece Spanish court to announce verdict in Madrid terror trial on Oct. 31 http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/10/europe/EU-GEN-Spain-Terror-Trial.php Spain fears holiday terror attack http://ukpress.google.com/article/ALeqM5iAUfxvlOLR2Cjpmh1AYeRsk65Dkg Denmark: Odense's offer to Hirsi Ali unrealistic http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/10/denmark-odenses-offer-to-hirsi-ali.html (Canada) Info sharing could bankrupt terror financing: expert http://www.canada.com/nationalpost/news/story.html?id=4c23ca0a-8d46-4d58-af97-2fe1fea39d0c&k=38604 Canada's oil industry a possible al-Qaida target http://www.ctv.ca/servlet/ArticleNews/story/CTVNews/20071010/Petroleum_terrorist_071010/20071010?hub=Canada (Somalia) Fresh violence, political turmoil in Somalia http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/10/africa/AF-GEN-Somalia.php (Sudan) 24 killed after Sudan government 'bombed' Darfur town http://www.hindustantimes.com/StoryPage/StoryPage.aspx?id=b3899e4d-d9ab-494d-9178-0d09c2a3ab26&MatchID1=4578&TeamID1=7&TeamID2=3&MatchType1=1&SeriesID1=1148&MatchID2=4572&TeamID3=8&TeamID4=2&MatchType2=2&SeriesID2=1146&PrimaryID=4578&Headline=24+killed+after+Sudan+Govt+'bombed'+Darfur (Nigeria) Two hostages released in Nigeria: sources http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071010/wl_nm/nigeria_hostages_dc_1;_ylt=AgJaisB0OiMdkHh6TqP9zKKwv7kA Sri Lanka kills 13 Tiger rebels as violence escalates http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/October/subcontinent_October377.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= Sri Lanka plans arms dealing restrictions: report http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071010/wl_sthasia_afp/srilankapoliticsbusinessweapons_071010094624;_ylt=AjJRs8jT7QyPtqRVbIEsQ8wtM8oA (North Korea) US experts leave for North Korea to begin disabling nuclear arsenal http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071010/ts_afp/nkoreanuclearweaponsus_071010013837;_ylt=AvN3pj7lSOam.yK1piVdDxKCscEA (Afghanistan) Another U.S. Security Contractor Under Investigation http://blogs.abcnews.com/theblotter/2007/10/another-us-secu.html Other News: Pakistan Cleric forms 'law and order force' http://www.dawn.com/2007/10/10/top8.htm (China) Hong Kong aims to become Islamic finance hub http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/storypage.aspx?StoryId=95345 Islamophobia started after Cold War ended: experts http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=81&story_id=44773 (U.S.) Radicals at The George Washington University Fake Young America’s Foundation Event to Suggest Incident of Hate http://media.yaf.org/blog/?p=97 Propaganda Alert: Pakistan Daily Times Reports Hoax as Fact: "Anti-Muslim posters go up at George Washington University" http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\10\10\story_10-10-2007_pg7_8 Against-Nazi News: German Neo-Nazi Confesses to Brutal Attack http://www.spiegel.de/international/germany/0,1518,510441,00.html October 9, 2007 PM Anti-Terrorism News (U.S.) Al-Qaeda trying to get weapons of mass destruction: US http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071009/wl_afp/usattacksqaedasecurity -- see National Strategy for Homeland Security http://www.whitehouse.gov/infocus/homeland/nshs/2007/index.html (U.S.) Windows Into Al Qaeda Online Still Open, Say Experts -- Laura Mansfield quoted http://blogs.abcnews.com/theblotter/2007/10/windows-into-al.html (U.S.) White House denies leaking info that hurt Al-Qaeda spying http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071009/pl_afp/usattacksintelligenceleak (U.S.) Group: US officials leaked secret info on al-Qaida video - AP's report http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/09/america/NA-GEN-US-Al-Qaida-Tape-Leak.php (U.S.) About that "Leak" That Burned Our al Qaeda Intel -- Jawa Report http://mypetjawa.mu.nu/archives/189700.php ABC Transcript showing date of September 6 http://abcnews.go.com/images/Politics/transcript2.pdf (Al Qaeda) Bin Laden may be in city, not cave: ex-spy chief - Former Pak ISI head says easier to hide in city http://today.reuters.com/news/articlenews.aspx?type=topNews&storyid=2007-10-09T153205Z_01_L09150396_RTRUKOC_0_US-PAKISTAN-QAEDA.xml (U.S.) Panel wants tighter radiation security -- of 1000 irradition machines at hospitals to prevent access to potential "dirty bomb" radioactive material http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071009/ap_on_go_ot/terrorism_panel (U.S.) Supreme Court Rejects Terror-Detention Suit -- Khaled El-Masri http://online.wsj.com/article/SB119193634332953355.html (U.S.) Missing Handguns At Airports Alarm National Security Experts http://www.kirotv.com/airports/13986486/detail.html (Iraq) Violence in Iraq kills 56 -- update http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071009/ts_nm/iraq_dc_36;_ylt=Aj0fLdze1kbHIspRRxM9chJX6GMA Iraqi police say Dubai-based security convoy guards kill 2 Christian women in central Baghdad -- update http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/09/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq-Civilians-Killed.php (Afghanistan) Taliban: Deadly enemy won't surrender http://www.news.com.au/dailytelegraph/story/0,22049,22558951-5005941,00.html (Pakistan) Al Qaeda-Taliban nexus in Pakistan tribal belt http://www.metimes.com/storyview.php?StoryID=20071009-082439-2808r (Pakistan) "Militants targeting civilians" http://www.dawn.com/2007/10/08/top3.htm (Pakistan) Commentary: Our World: Pakistani nightmare -- by Caroline Glick http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?apage=1&cid=1191257254480&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Sudanese military denies involvement in attack on rebel-controlled Darfur town http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/09/africa/AF-GEN-Darfur-Fighting.php (Fatah) Abbas' Newspaper: 'Allah, Kill Americans' http://www.israelnationalnews.com/News/News.aspx/123872 Turkey prepares for cross-border operation into northern Iraq - update http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/09/europe/EU-GEN-Turkey-Kurds.php (Turkey) Mourning Turkey on alert against PKK http://www.turkishdailynews.com.tr/article.php?enewsid=85562 (Netherlands) New Bits on Funding for the Holy Land Foundation http://www.douglasfarah.com/article/259/new-bits-on-funding-for-the-holy-land-foundation.com (Maldives) 50 held in Maldives mosque siege -- "70 masked men" kidnapped police officer, cut off hand http://www.guardian.co.uk/international/story/0,,2187065,00.html (Fiji) Australia warns of Fiji 'instability' http://www.theage.com.au/news/World/Australia-warns-of-Fiji-instability/2007/10/08/1191695775390.html Other News: (U.S.) DC: Phony 'Satirical' Anti-Muslim Posters Circulated at George Washington University http://littlegreenfootballs.com/weblog/?entry=27430_Phony_Satirical_Anti-Muslim_Posters_Circulated_at_GWU&only (U.S.) Spy Flies All the Buzz at Washington, N.Y. Political Events http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,300328,00.html October 9, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News (Iraq) Car bombs kill 22 in northern Iraq-- two suicide car bombs in Baiji -- targeting police chief's home and mosque http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/focusoniraq/2007/October/focusoniraq_October53.xml§ion=focusoniraq (Iraq) Suicide bombs target opponents of al-Qaeda http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/iraq/article2621280.ece (Iraq) Third bomb blast rumbles in Baghdad, police update toll of previous blasts http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1026535 (Iraq) US marine killed in Al-Anbar, western Iraq http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1026378 (Iraq) Ranking Iraqi Shiite cleric assassinated -- police http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1026459 (Iraq) Nineveh police official killed, explosion in Diyala http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1026437 (Iraq) All British troops may leave Iraq next year http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/politics/article2617645.ece (Iraq) U.S. tries rehab for religious extremists -- trying to reform to Jihadists due to "swelling detention centers" http://news.yahoo.com/s/csm/20071009/wl_csm/orehab (Iraq) Private security convoy kills two Iraqi women, sources say http://www.cnn.com/2007/WORLD/meast/10/09/iraq.main/index.html Iraq wants $136m from US security firm http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,22560563-23109,00.html (Afghanistan) 14 Taliban dead in Afghan battles -- 100 Taliban stormed a police post in Farah http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071009/wl_sthasia_afp/afghanistanunrest_071009100716;_ylt=AoI0hzSNT68wdIqWaiYnFu_OVooA Afghanistan: 5 militants killed in air strike near Pakistan -- in Bermel district http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1191257258242&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Afghanistan) Taliban resurgent in unending conflict http://www.smh.com.au/news/world/taliban-resurgent-in-unending-conflict/2007/10/09/1191695910380.html (Pakistan) 50 militants killed in new Pakistan airstrikes: officials -- near Mir Ali http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071009/ts_afp/pakistanafghanistanunresttoll_071009125542;_ylt=AvHm0FUkOgL2EQAcjaPFjIXzPukA (Pakistan) Four days of battles between militants, Pakistani troops leave up to 250 dead, army says http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/09/asia/AS-GEN-Pakistan-Violence.php Pakistan: Locals flee as battle rages in tribal area http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1404796757 (Pakistan) Seventeen wounded in bomb blast in Pakistan -- in Peshawar -- Bomb explodes in CD and video shop http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Seventeen_wounded_in_bomb_blast_in_Pakistan/articleshow/2443058.cms http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/09/asia/AS-GEN-Pakistan-Music-Shop-Bombed.php (Pakistan) Six Pakistani journalists booked on terror charges http://www.hindustantimes.com/StoryPage/StoryPage.aspx?id=e0eb26d9-49b8-4d44-8b51-b10469a923ef&MatchID1=4578&TeamID1=7&TeamID2=3&MatchType1=1&SeriesID1=1148&PrimaryID=4578&Headline=6+Pak+scribes+booked+on+terror+charges Pakistan urged to stand up to 'dark forces within' -- US paper asserts Pakistan's intelligence agency "infested" with Al Qaeda, Taliban sympathizers http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\10\09\story_9-10-2007_pg1_9 Washington Times - Storm Clouds Over Pakistan http://www.washingtontimes.com/article/20071008/EDITORIAL/110080002 (India J&K) Indian army kills three guerrillas of Pakistan-based Hizbul Mujahideen http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1026486 (India J&K) Two arrested for shootout in Jammu http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/India/Two_arrested_for_shootout_in_Jammu/articleshow/2441899.cms (India) Police launch campaign against terrorism http://www.newindpress.com/NewsItems.asp?ID=IEA20071009005412&Page=A&Headline=Cops+launch+campaign+against+terrorism&Title=Southern+News+%2D+Andhra+Pradesh&Topic=0 (India Assam) Two Assam Rifles jawans killed in blast http://news.webindia123.com/news/Articles/India/20071009/789289.html (India) Maoists kill one in Jharkhand http://news.webindia123.com/news/Articles/India/20071009/789465.html (U.S.) Al Qaeda Goes Dark After a U.S. Slip -- after leak that U.S. had penetrated Jihadist web sites with Bin Laden 9/11 anniversary message http://www.nysun.com/article/64163 (U.S.) Leak Severed a Link to Al-Qaeda's Secrets - SITE Institute comments on leak http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/10/08/AR2007100801817.html?hpid%3Dtopnews&sub=AR (U.S.) White House: Al Qaeda still biggest terror threat http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071009/ts_nm/bush_security_dc_1;_ylt=A0WTUde9kgtHd10B.wlqP0AC (U.S.) News Analysis: The Holy Land Foundation Trial: Faith, Hate and Charity -- part 1 of 2 -- Adrian Morgan http://www.familysecuritymatters.org/terrorism.php?id=1384927 NATO locks door to cyber terrorism http://www.computerweekly.com/Articles/2007/10/09/227331/nato-locks-door-to-cyber-terrorism.htm Iran inaugurates new air base near Afghan border to protect against possible strike http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/09/africa/ME-GEN-Iran-Military.php Iran and IAEA begin talks on nuclear questions http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071009/wl_mideast_afp/irannuclearpoliticsiaea_071009130003;_ylt=Av5oEe2sFyN9vqti4jEGLQxSw60A (Algeria) Al Qaeda deputy killed in Algeria: report -- Hareg Zoheir aka Sofiane Abu Fasila -- second-in-command of Al Qaeda in the Islamic Maghreb http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071009/wl_nm/algeria_qaeda_dc_1;_ylt=Aks3HGs0hJALSQd943oMfcQTv5UB Algeria: Internal divisions in terror groups spark wave of attacks http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1404136970 Somali Islamist leader vows jihad against 'Christian invaders' http://www.metimes.com/storyview.php?StoryID=20071009-102125-3568r Somali PM strikes deal with Mogadishu clan leaders - who supported Islamist-led insurgents http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071009/wl_nm/somalia_conflict_dc_2;_ylt=ApajAODV3mxFNh22tZP1tUuQLIUD Somali gunman fires into crowd waiting for food, killing one http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/09/africa/AF-GEN-Somalia.php (Sudan) U.S. says government offensive in southern Darfur appears to be spreading http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/08/africa/AF-GEN-Darfur-Fighting.php Kenya police official says missing terror suspects were released, not sent to Ethiopia http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/08/africa/AF-GEN-Kenya-Terror-Trial.php Kenya: Anti-Terror Unit Boss in Court http://allafrica.com/stories/200710081825.html Zimbabwe: 'US Support for Israel Threat to War on Terror' http://allafrica.com/stories/200710090198.html (Ethiopia/Eritrea) US stands by Ethiopia, bashes 'terror-loving' Eritrea http://www.nationmedia.com/eastafrican/current/News/News0810077.htm Egypt lets 30 Islamic Jihad operatives to return to Gaza http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1191257261808&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Hamas controls smuggling routes to Gaza -- update http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2007/10/08/hamas_controls_smuggling_routes_to_gaza/7236/ (Syria) Turkey assures Syria on Israeli strike -- will not let Israel use Turkish airspace http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071007/wl_nm/syria_turkey_dc_2;_ylt=AjsMTmUXFhDhrHGC1_vW1c4LtUsB Israelis wary of new talks http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20071009/FOREIGN/110090065/1001 (Israel) Arutz-7 Prints Excerpt of Aaron Klein's book "Schmoozing With Terrorists" http://www.israelnationalnews.com/News/Flash.aspx/134387 Excerpt: http://www.israelnationalnews.com/News/News.aspx/123865 Turkey: Troops fight Kurdish rebels http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071009/ap_on_re_mi_ea/turkey_kurds_1;_ylt=AveAc.2PJLFSV9J.3C4CRQntfLkA Turkey could enter N.Iraq after rebels: PM office http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071009/wl_nm/turkey_iraq_kurds_dc_1;_ylt=AvPXiC0xNrp3yqlf_S.AChPtfLkA (Turkey) Government ministers meet on PKK terror; over-the-border operation still a question http://www.hurriyet.com.tr/english/7450641.asp?gid=74&sz=63787 (Spain) ETA strike injures bodyguard in northern Spain -- in Bilbao http://news.monstersandcritics.com/europe/news/article_1363757.php/ETA_strike_injures_bodyguard_in_northern_Spain__2nd_Lead_ Spain tightening security over fear of ETA attack http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/09/europe/EU-GEN-Spain-ETA.php (Spain) Police finally locate car of Madrid train bomber http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=81&story_id=44752 (UK) Metropolitan Police Chief warns over terror plots http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/uk_politics/7035388.stm http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1026528 (UK) Met chief calls for stronger anti-terror law http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/uk/crime/article2622692.ece (Netherlands) Number of radical Dutch Muslims growing http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=1&story_id=44755 (Netherlands) News Analysis: Netherlands: AIVD report on radical Islam http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/10/netherlands-aivd-report-on-radical.html AIVD Report (in Dutch) https://www.aivd.nl/actueel-publicaties/aivd-publicaties/aivd-rapport Also- http://www.nos.nl/nosjournaal/artikelen/2007/10/9/091007_aivd.html Netherlands: Schools investigated for brainwashing http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/10/netherlands-schools-investigated-for.html Norway: Krekar linked to pro al-Qaeda http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/10/norway-krekar-linked-to-pro-al-qaeda.html Denmark: Asylum offer to Hirsi Ali http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/10/denmark-asylum-offer-to-hirsi-ali.html Prague conference calls on the U.N. to reform and lead in combating terrorism http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/09/europe/EU-GEN-Czech-Forum-2000.php Philippine troops clash with Muslim militants, kill 1 on southern island http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/09/asia/AS-GEN-Philippines-Muslim-Militants.php Philippine communist rebels claim responsibility for attack on Australian mining firm http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/09/asia/AS-GEN-Philippines-Communist-Rebels.php (Philippines) AFP chief says rebel threat down despite attacks http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/topofthehour.aspx?StoryId=95225 (North Korea) Unrepentant North Korea marks "miracle" nuclear test http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071009/wl_nm/korea_nuclear_dc_1;_ylt=AsAfkNy.RTRzR9.sVeVnwJmCscEA (North Korea) US considers significant food aid to North Korea: official http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071009/pl_afp/nkoreausaidskorea_071009125915;_ylt=AlWn5QUo21Wv.mGdhAIQvmmCscEA Other News: (U.S.) North Carolina Congressman refuses to come out against Sharia law in the U.S. http://www.jihadwatch.org/archives/018408.php (UK) Video: George Galloway Supports Jihadists Again - Al Quds Rally 2007 in London http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n28hJS6-JFo&eurl=http%3A%2F%2Flittlegreenfootballs%2Ecom%2Fweblog%2F%3Fentry%3D27414%5FVideo%2D%5FGeorge%5FGalloway%5FPanders%5Fto%5FExtremists%5F%28Again%29%26only (UK) If Muslim doctors are intolerant, let them go http://www.telegraph.co.uk/opinion/main.jhtml;jsessionid=VBOLJHCBEFHRTQFIQMFCFF4AVCBQYIV0?xml=/opinion/2007/10/09/do0902.xml Commentary: The Price of Freedom -- If the Dutch government abandons Ayaan Hirsi Ali, America should welcome her http://www.slate.com/id/2175458/fr/rss/ (Germany) Iranian-Born German Soccer Player Refuses to Play Israel http://www.spiegel.de/international/germany/0,1518,510269,00.html German Muslims deny shopping for former churches http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=26&story_id=44701 (Spain) Islamophobia on rise in Europe, experts claim http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=81&story_id=44733 Vatican urges Muslims to respect all faiths http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Vatican_to_Muslims_Respect_all_faiths/articleshow/2441832.cms (U.S.) Nazis in Colorado attempt to broadcast Australian Holocaust Denial Film, Aspen TV Refuses To Air (my title) http://www.wnd.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=58048 (Germany) 4 alleged neo-Nazis go on trial in Germany for attack on theater troupe http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1191257260558&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Serbia: 3 neo-Nazis sentenced to up to 25 days in prison for clashing with anti-fascists http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/09/europe/EU-GEN-Serbia-Neo-Nazis.php October 8, 2007 PM Anti-Terrorism News (Pakistan) 130 militants, 45 soldiers killed in Pakistan clashes (updated) - 2 days of fighting in North Waziristan - soldiers still missing http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071008/wl_sthasia_afp/pakistanafghanistanunresttoll_071008182454 (Pakistan) Support Network in Pakistan Accused of Helping Taliban, Others Sneak Across Border to Attack U.S. http://www.newsday.com/news/nationworld/world/ny-wopaki075405263oct07,0,1518944.story?track=rss (India) Security beefed up at religious places following al-Qaeda threat -- to Hardiwar and Dehradun http://www.dailyindia.com/show/180661.php/Security-beefed-up-at-religious-places-following-al-Qaeda-threat India for joint SAARC mechanism to combat terror http://www.rediff.com/news/2007/oct/08saarc.htm (Afghanistan) Afghan news agency visits German hostage - German engineer & 5 Afghans kidnapped by Taliban-linked militants in July http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071008/wl_asia_afp/afghanistanunrestgermanykidnap_071008203610 (Afghanistan) Australia suffers first combat death in Afghanistan http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071008/wl_nm/afghan_australia_death_dc_1 (Iraq) Car bombs kill 24 in Iraq http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071008/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq_071004234053 (Iraq) Britain to cut Iraq force to 2,500 http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071008/ap_on_re_eu/britain_iraq (Iraq) Khawaarij and Jihad: Is Al-Qaida's Network in Iraq Doomed to the Fate of the GIA? http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/10/khawaarij_and_jihad_is_alqaida.php (Lebanon) Terror cells 'planned to bomb ISF headquarters' http://www.dailystar.com.lb/article.asp?edition_id=1&categ_id=2&article_id=85876 Lebanon arrests 30 militants who allegedly plotted to attack Arab, European ambassadors http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/08/africa/ME-GEN-Lebanon-Militants.php Israeli president brands Iran 'center of global terror' http://www.forbes.com/afxnewslimited/feeds/afx/2007/10/08/afx4196931.html Israeli cash ends up in Hamas' hands - Money transferred by Discount Bank to Bank of Palestine went to Hamas http://www.ynetnews.com/articles/0,7340,L-3457290,00.html UAE freezes $1.3 million of suspected terrorist funds - 17 bank accounts "frozen in line with U.N. resolutions," says central bank official http://in.news.yahoo.com/071008/137/6lop3.html http://africa.reuters.com/wire/news/usnL08228953.html Morocco holds five as terror suspects http://www.iol.co.za/index.php?from=rss_Africa&set_id=1&click_id=68&art_id=nw20071008205750670C843186 October 8, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News Afghanistan: 16 militants killed -- by US airstrikes in eastern Afghanistan - fighters under "Most Wanted" Tahir Yuldash of Islamic Movement of Uzbekistan http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071008/ap_on_re_as/afghan_violence_20;_ylt=AntlJ_6PGzffDoMN98Sef8bOVooA (Afghanistan) Suicide blast targets NATO convoy in Afghanistan - 2 civilians killed - in Lashkargah http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071008/wl_sthasia_afp/afghanistanunrestnatosuicide_071008085424;_ylt=AkLXFSkvG1HXvXHZbq4KP7DOVooA http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1026177 (Afghanistan) Talks with the Taliban important -- UN official Tom Koenig http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1846590&Language=en -- see also Jeffrey Imm October 2 posting http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/10/taliban_conflicted_tactics.php (Afghanistan) Tons of heroin, hashish seized in Afghanistan http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\10\08\story_8-10-2007_pg7_35 (Afghanistan) New U.S. push to kill Afghan poppies http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2007/10/08/new_us_push_to_kill_afghan_poppies/2206/ (Pakistan) Over 90 including 2 Qaeda militants killed in Waziristan - update http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1026088 (Pakistan) 50 Pakistani troops missing amid bloody fighting near Afghan border http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/08/asia/AS-GEN-Pakistan-Violence.php (Taliban) There is no defense against these children of death -- Robert Baer on the Taliban suicide bombers http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/comment/columnists/guest_contributors/article2609641.ece -- see also Jeffrey Imm October 5 posting http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/10/jihad_and_death.php (Iraq) Booby-trapped cars kill 4, injure 9 in Baghdad - in Al-Karradah suburb and Al-Kamaleyah suburb http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1026185 (Iraq) Bombing near Polish embassy in Iraq kills one - Al Arasat district http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/focusoniraq/2007/October/focusoniraq_October51.xml§ion=focusoniraq (Iraq) U.S. military: raid in eastern Baghdad kills five gunmen, detains three -- Sadr City http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/08/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq-Raids.php (Iraq) Bomb explosion injures 15 in Kazimiyah, Baghdad http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1026144 Iraqi Interior Ministry official accuses Allawi, Al-Dhari of complicity with militant group http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1026198 (Iraq) Iran envoy is denounced for 'terrorist' links http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/middle_east/article2610135.ece Iran's Plan for Iraq -- by Walid Phares http://frontpagemagazine.com/Articles/Read.aspx?GUID=2BE7096D-5B23-4206-ACAE-02F5CF98C6A1 Iraq vows to punish Blackwater guards http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071008/wl_mideast_afp/iraqusunrestblackwater_071008083517;_ylt=AjHcYl8LO6.Vl14.d71i1DNX6GMA (Iraq) Top Iraqis Pull Back From Key U.S. Goal -- Reconciliation Seen Unattainable Amid Struggle for Power http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/10/07/AR2007100701448.html?hpid=topnews (India) Hyderabad Bomb blasts accused will be punished: Minister http://news.webindia123.com/news/Articles/India/20071008/788095.html (India) 35 more convicts sentenced in 1998 bomb blast cases http://www.hindu.com/thehindu/holnus/002200710081432.htm (India J&K) Kashmiri rebel groups suspend fighting over Muslim festival http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/08/asia/AS-GEN-Kashmir-Ceasefire.php (Algeria) Report: Algerian anti-terrorist sweep leaves 29 dead http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/08/africa/AF-GEN-Algeria-Violence.php (Sudan) Darfur rebel says Sudan army killed up to 100 in attack http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071008/wl_afp/sudandarfurunrest;_ylt=A0WTcUwAHwpHHRkBpB9vaA8F (U.S.) Detroit: Prosecutor to go on trial over conduct in 2003 terror case http://www.freep.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20071008/NEWS06/710080378/1001 (Russia) Four troops killed in Chechnya attack - 10 wounded http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071008/wl_afp/russiacaucasuschechnyaunrest_071008102906;_ylt=AqSE7tasgVmtGB66l.06gM1_5GIA (Russia) Lithuania stops minibus with bomb entering Russia - guards http://www.interfax.ru/e/B/politics/28.html?id_issue=11881843 (Turkey) Four injured in explosion near ferries terminal in Istanbul http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1026073 (Turkey) 2 more Turkish soldiers killed after 13 die in separate attack by Kurdish rebels http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/08/europe/EU-GEN-Turkey-Kurds.php (Turkey) Soldier killed in Turkey landmine explosion http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071008/wl_nm/turkey_kurds_dc_1;_ylt=AniiyEnQ2BFgTjm6.dRYA4btfLkA (Turkey) Turkish hackers target Swedish Web sites - anger over Muhammad cartoon http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071008/ap_on_re_eu/sweden_hacker_attacks_1;_ylt=AtFA_wgCdKgITFxkrw4Zc07tfLkA Iranian students call president 'dictator,' clash with hardliners at university http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/08/africa/ME-GEN-Iran-Protest.php (Iran) Germany: Berlin Says US and France Guilty of Hypocrisy -- on Iranian sanctions and companies doing business with Iran http://www.spiegel.de/international/world/0,1518,507443,00.html Iran: Ahmadinejad's Dirty Little Secrets -- By Adrian Morgan http://www.familysecuritymatters.org/terrorism.php?id=1384916 Lebanese paper: Former MK Bishara met with Hezbollah chief Nasrallah http://www.haaretz.com/hasen/spages/910585.html (Lebanon) Fiery Attacks on Nasrallah Over Proposal for Direct Presidential Elections http://www.naharnet.com/domino/tn/NewsDesk.nsf/getstory?openform&FCE5F2A42ED51E0EC225736E001D4A59 Syria 'likely' to respond to Israeli strike -- Intelligence official fears attacks by proxies against Israel http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=58032 Syria jails 5 for belonging to an extremist Islamic group http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/07/africa/ME-GEN-Syria-Trial.php (Syria) Al Qaeda on the run - Syrian slaying of "theologian" is latest setback http://www.nypost.com/seven/10082007/postopinion/opedcolumnists/qaeda_on_the_run.htm (Bahrain) 'Terror' four charged http://www.gulf-daily-news.com/Story.asp?Article=196107&Sn=BNEW&IssueID=30202 (Qatar) Islam against citizenship in 'hostile state' -- cleric Dr. Yusuf Al Qaradawi says accepting citizenship in non-Islamic countries during war is against Islam http://www.thepeninsulaqatar.com/Display_news.asp?section=Local_News&subsection=Qatar+News&month=October2007&file=Local_News2007100835844.xml (Gaza) New jihadi cells multiply in the Gaza Strip http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1399729803 (Gaza) Israel claims mass quantities of weapons smuggled into Gaza http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1026104 (Gaza) Seven Palestinians injured in Israeli air attack http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1026093 (Gaza) Terrorists Raid Hamas Media Center in Gaza http://www.israelnationalnews.com/News/Flash.aspx/134309 Hamas Says Fatah Rejected Reconciliation Talks http://www.israelnationalnews.com/News/Flash.aspx/134302 (Israel) IDF attacks terror cell firing mortars into Negev http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1191257246357&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Israel) IDF arrests 10 Palestinian terror suspects in W. Bank http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1191257246910&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull France fears double terrorist threat http://www.middle-east-online.com/english/?id=22575 (Spain) Judge jails 17 members of ETA's political wing http://www.eecho.ie/news/bstory.asp?j=155303253&p=y553x37zz&n=155303752 (UK) Campsite terrorism training trial due to start -- Yassin Mutegombwa http://www.thisishampshire.net/news/dailyechonews/display.var.1741986.0.campsite_terrorism_training_trial_due_to_start.php (UK) Terrorism deters family plans -- 1 in 7 won't have children http://www.viewlondon.co.uk/news/terrorism-deters-family-plans-18307873.html http://www.dailymail.co.uk/pages/live/articles/news/news.html?in_article_id=486327&in_page_id=1770&ito=newsnow (UK) British Think Tank: Al-Qaeda ' is winner from war on terror' http://www.metro.co.uk/news/article.html?in_article_id=69192&in_page_id=34 (Thailand) 18 Runda Kumpulan Kecil (RKK) suspects held in South -- in Narathiwat http://www.bangkokpost.com/topstories/topstories.php?id=122445 (Thailand) Thai troops kill 5, arrest 19 in Muslim south http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/theworld/2007/October/theworld_October272.xml§ion=theworld&col= (Indonesia) Bali bombers ready to die: report -- "This is the happiest period for us, because we are soon to die as martyrs" http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,22549136-23109,00.html Indonesia: Splinter groups pose new terror threat, says expert http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1399857948 (Sri Lanka) Military: Roadside bomb blast kills 1 police commando, wounds another in eastern Sri Lanka http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/08/asia/AS-GEN-Sri-Lanka-Civil-War.php (North Korea) S.Korea sure of early nuclear settlement http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071008/ap_on_re_as/koreas_nuclear_5;_ylt=AnqLsTjuESOug7C2YbU9hJ2CscEA Other News: (Netherlands) Hirsi Ali looks for sponsors http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=1&story_id=44662 (Gaza / West Bank) Report: Mideast jihadi leaders say U.S. presidential candidate best hope for victory in Iraq http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=57970 (Serbia) Police detain 56 neo-Nazis in north Serbia http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2007/10/08/police_detain_56_neonazis_in_north_serbia/7671/ (Israel) 70-year-old man caught drawing swastikas on Jerusalem electric pole http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1191257250917&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Spiegel interview with Israeli Historian Saul Friedlander: 'The Holocaust Won't Disappear' http://www.spiegel.de/international/germany/0,1518,510071,00.html October 7, 2007 PM Anti-Terrorism News Iraqi forces arrest al-Qaida suspect, confiscate bombs, chlorine supply; U.S. troops kill 1 insurgent, arrests 9 (updated) http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/07/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq-Raids.php (Pakistan) At least 58 killed in Pakistan tribal clashes (updated) - Including 16 soldiers killed in 2 major Waziristan battles http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071007/wl_sthasia_afp/pakistanafghanistanunrest_071007173912;_ylt=Au9oGn0zmyXIX9LRnf8a25qs0NUE (Iraq) Knowing the enemy difficult in Iraq http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071007/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq_knowing_the_enemy;_ylt=Alujs_tBAcc4krEsjU_R2Dis0NUE (Turkey) PKK rebels kill 13 Turkish soldiers http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071007/wl_nm/turkey_pkk_dc;_ylt=AgYOihAR_0hTr7Y62vyYIzKs0NUE Palestinians launch rocket deeper into Israel http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071007/ts_nm/palestinians_israel_rocket_dc (Iran) Ahmadinejad says no talks with U.S. until Washington changes its policies http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/07/africa/ME-GEN-Iran-US.php October 7, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News (U.S./Germany) Report: German would-be bombers targeted US bases -- three arrested Islamists discussed how to avoid killing too many women and children when setting off car bombs at US bases http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=26&story_id=44656 Suicide bombers head to Iraq from Damascus - Sunday Times: Influence of Saudi Wahhabis key to understanding jihadis http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/middle_east/article2604119.ece (Iraq) Baghdad bombings kill nine -- in Al-Dora http://afp.google.com/article/ALeqM5h_Z7tXzwvjeMFWhPT9c-iY0EokXw (Iraq) US Army cordons off al-Doura in preparation for massive attack http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1025985 (Iraq) Violence in Baghdad kills 3, governor survives shooting - in Salihiya neighborhood http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/focusoniraq/2007/October/focusoniraq_October46.xml§ion=focusoniraq (Iraq) Al-Qaida front group claims responsibility for a bomb that killed a tribal chief in Iraq http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/07/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq-Al-Qaida.php (Iraq) Top cleric asks Iraqis not to join anti-Qaeda fight -- Sheikh Harith al-Dari: "they are still part of us" http://uk.reuters.com/article/worldNews/idUKL0526350320071005 (Iraq) Petraeus: US must keep pressure on al Qaeda in Iraq http://www.alertnet.org/thenews/newsdesk/L07587193.htm (Iraq) U.S. military: Shiite militiamen suspected in May kidnapping of Britons captured http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/07/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq-British-Hostages.php (Iraq) Petraeus puts heat on Iran over Iraq violence http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/focusoniraq/2007/October/focusoniraq_October43.xml§ion=focusoniraq (Iraq) MNF's Georgian Brigade deploys near Iranian borders http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1025876 (Afghanistan) 4 Afghan police, 4 Taliban killed http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071007/ap_on_re_as/afghan_violence_17;_ylt=Arfydur.lDwa7EuzybS000bOVooA (Afghanistan) Blast fuels fears Iran is involved http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/10/07/wafg307.xml (Afghanistan) British troops face decades in Afghanistan http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/10/07/wafg107.xml (Afghanistan) Report: NATO troops shoot dead three Afghan civilians - not heeding checkpoints http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071007/wl_sthasia_afp/afghanistanunrest_071007074608;_ylt=Apbm0PvAJfaobK.JsQSTHbjOVooA (Pakistan) Thirty militants, 6 Pakistani soldiers die in clash -- after ambush near Mir Ali town http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071007/wl_nm/pakistan_violence_dc_3;_ylt=Aqwx8mwvGYGAd0H15MJmSnnzPukA (Pakistan) North Waziristan Taliban militants capture 28 soldiers -- more Pakistani soldiers kidnapped by Taliban http://www.dawn.com/2007/10/07/top4.htm http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\10\07\story_7-10-2007_pg7_1 (Pakistan) New Lal Masjid imam implies suicide bombing warning http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\10\07\story_7-10-2007_pg7_9 (Pakistan) Local cleric, Tehrik-e-Nifaz Shariah Muhammade (TNSM) demand Shariah in Malakand http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\10\07\story_7-10-2007_pg7_2 (India J&K) Eight die in fighting along Kashmir border http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/October/subcontinent_October265.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= Turkey puts up buffer zones along Iraq border http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071006/wl_mideast_afp/turkeykurdsiraqunrest_071006135659;_ylt=Amb4KeI2XNNma4m4mpY.cCftfLkA Turkish troops kill one Kurdish rebel near border with Iraq http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/07/europe/EU-GEN-Turkey-Kurds.php Jordan sentences 3 men to jail for plotting terror attacks against factory http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1191257242469&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Hamas, Jihad call conference to rival US peace meet -- to be held in Syria http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071007/wl_mideast_afp/mideastdiplomacysyriahamasjihad (Gaza) Mortar shells fired at S. Israel from Gaza http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1025861 (Gaza) Hamas claims it arrested 3 Fatah members who planned to set off bomb http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1191257239620&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Gaza) Palestinian Christian activist stabbed to death in Gaza http://www.haaretz.com/hasen/spages/910184.html (Israel) IDF arrests four terror suspects in Judea and Samaria overnight http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1191257238625&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (U.S.) Ridge: From Homeland Security to Travel Booster -- Michael Cutler quoted http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=14761443 Algeria ex-rebel boss surrenders, worries linger http://africa.reuters.com/country/DZ/news/usnCHI740036.html Egypt Arrests Alleged Terror Cell -- arrested 12 -- leader Ahmed Abu Al Naga http://www.allheadlinenews.com/articles/7008751069 (Sudan) Darfur town razed after peacekeeper raid http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071007/ap_on_re_af/darfur Somalia: Chief Magistrate Killed in Mogadishu http://allafrica.com/stories/200710060078.html (Indonesia) Bombers' jail rant -- in letter Bali bombers say they will continue their Jihad if allowed to live http://www.news.com.au/heraldsun/story/0,21985,22543238-661,00.html (Indonesia) Ban against Islamic sect criticized -- Al-Widayah Al-Islamiyah http://www.thejakartapost.com/detailgeneral.asp?fileid=20071007194339&irec=1 (Thailand) Busted: Hat Yai bomb plot -- police foil 17 IED bomb plot in Hat Yai http://www.bangkokpost.com/topstories/topstories.php?id=122407 Netherlands: threatening with 'cartoon riots' http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/10/netherlands-threatening-with-cartoon.html Denmark: Prevented terror attacks cause fear, paradoxically http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/10/denmark-prevented-terror-attacks-cause.html Sri Lanka navy claims last rebel ship sunk http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/October/subcontinent_October263.xml§ion=subcontinent (Sri Lanka) Twelve dead in navy attack http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,22545393-23109,00.html North Korea's disablement to begin in mid October: report http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071007/ts_afp/nkoreanuclearweaponsdisable_071007074202;_ylt=Au0Nv1pPaF9IcveH8OpjH4aCscEA Other News: (UK) Muslim medical students 'refuse to learn about alcohol or sexual diseases' http://www.dailymail.co.uk/pages/live/articles/news/news.html?in_article_id=486213&in_page_id=1770&ito=newsnow http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/uk/health/article2603966.ece Nigerian sued over play on "abuses" of sharia law http://africa.reuters.com/top/news/usnBAN742565.html Netherlands: No reason to fear Muslim 'tsunami' http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/10/netherlands-no-reason-to-fear-muslim.html Italy: Muslims have rights to veil, like a nun http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/10/italy-muslims-have-rights-to-veil-like.html (U.S.) Missouri: Muslim inmate sues over jelly sandwiches http://www.columbiatribune.com/2007/Oct/20071007News026.asp Saudis publish official fatwas Web site http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2007/10/07/saudis_publish_official_fatwas_web_site_/1611/ (U.S.) Bush: All religions pray to 'same God' -- 'That's what I believe. I believe Islam is a great religion that preaches peace' http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=58026 October 6, 2007 PM Anti-Terrorism News (Afghanistan) 6 years later, US expands Afghan base - Bagram base growing by nearly a third http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071006/ap_on_re_as/afghan_six_years_later_1 Iraq Shiite leaders agree to end rivalry - Muqtada al-Sadr and Abdul-Aziz al-Hakim, leader of largest Shiite political party, agree http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071006/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq;_ylt=Aq1ytmCVzaWnugyxD08Hjnas0NUE (India) 'Bangladeshi terror group, Pakistan's ISI behind Hyderabad blasts' http://www.hindustantimes.com/StoryPage/FullcoverageStoryPage.aspx?id=cf017570-eef1-4835-af80-f13397efb60fTerrorinHyderabad_Special&&Headline='Bangla+terror+group%2c+ISI+behind+blasts' (India J&K) Militants' diaries reveal J&K terror plot - 9 Pakistani militants intended to destroy rail tracks & bridges http://www.ibnlive.com/news/exclusive-militants-diaries-reveal-jk-terror-plot/50038-3.html?xml (India) Update: Ten killed as army chief begins Kashmir visit http://in.reuters.com/article/topNews/idINIndia-29884620071006 Lebanon's growing trend of arms and militias http://www.metimes.com/storyview.php?StoryID=20071005-045150-2043r Iran Says French Call For EU Sanctions Illegal http://www.nytimes.com/reuters/world/international-iran-france-mottaki.html Turkey starts fall offensive against PKK http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2007/10/05/turkey_starts_fall_offensive_against_pkk/4654/ (Turkey) Three Kurdish rebels killed in southeast Turkey http://www.reuters.com/article/latestCrisis/idUSL04661541 (Somalia) Suspected Islamist rebels kill Somali army general http://today.reuters.com/news/articlenews.aspx?type=topNews&storyid=2007-10-06T105450Z_01_L06407481_RTRUKOC_0_US-SOMALIA-CONFLICT.xml (Algeria) Update: Eight soldiers, four extremists killed in Algeria http://afp.google.com/article/ALeqM5hLiNgGJpP4DpA4ZKIo-75JS7lm0A Egypt court orders release of leading Islamist http://afp.google.com/article/ALeqM5hO_63gRQU9v8izfdgxxIZt8KXarg (Spain) Basque leader says arrests of party members amount to declaration of war by Spanish government (updated) http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/06/europe/EU-GEN-Spain-Basque-Arrests.php (Sri Lanka/Thailand) Case of the vanishing Tiger. Top arms buyer for Tamil Tigers disappeared in Thai custody http://thestar.com.my/columnists/story.asp?file=/2007/10/6/columnists/thaitakes/19095125&sec=Thai%20Takes Commentary: Guess Who Came to Iftar for Dinner? -- by Diana West http://www.townhall.com/Columnists/DianaWest/2007/10/05/guess_who_came_to_iftar_for_dinner October 6, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News (Afghanistan) Kabul suicide bomb kills U.S. soldier, 5 Afghan civilians -- third suicide bombing in eight days http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071006/wl_nm/afghan_violence_dc_11;_ylt=AlWlT7YAWu1r0VAk8H8xNnrOVooA -- see also Jeffrey Imm October 5 posting -- Suicide Bombings and Jihadists' "Love of Death" http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/10/jihad_and_death.php (Iraq) Nine killed, injured in separate attacks northern Iraq http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1025711 (Iraq) Three US soldiers killed, five injured in two separate attacks in Baghdad http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1025659 (Iraq) Head of militant group detained in Iraq -- accused of sectarian violence against Sunnis in Arab Danan region http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1025698 http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/06/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq.php Iraq national security adviser says 'big fat no' to attack on Iran http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/October/middleeast_October67.xml§ion=middleeast&col= (Iraq) The Sunni Insurgency Has Become a "Disaster": An Estranged Former Ally Lashes Out, Accusing Al-Qaida of Torture and Murder in Diyala http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/10/the_sunni_insurgency_has_becom.php (Pakistan) Militants target Pakistan military convoy with bomb, rockets; 1 soldier killed, 19 wounded -- on Saturday in Ahmad Khel - west of Miran Shah http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/06/asia/AS-GEN-Pakistan-Violence.php (Pakistan) Civilian dead, eight soldiers injured in Miranshah -- on Friday - attack on military base and convoy http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\10\06\story_6-10-2007_pg7_5 Pakistan: Musharraf-Bhutto reconciliation 'could lead to fresh violence' http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1391039722 Pakistan: Friday prayers held in re-opened Red Mosque http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Religion/?id=1.0.1390949978 (Pakistan) Return to the Red Mosque http://www.washingtontimes.com/article/20071006/FOREIGN/110060032/1001 (Pakistan) Reopening of Lal Masjid great victory of Islam: Maulana Ghaffar http://paktribune.com/news/index.shtml?191222 (Pakistan) Unofficial results show Musharraf wins presidential election, official result to come http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/06/asia/AS-POL-Pakistan-Politics.php (U.S.) Miami: Liberty City Seven leader is on video discussing targets -- group's leader talking about attacks on buildings in Chicago, New York and Miami http://www.miamiherald.com/top_stories/story/262308.html (U.S.) Miami: Terror figure heard urging strike against Sears Tower http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1191257233422&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (U.S.) Feds Seek Life Sentence For Contempt in Hamas Case -- Abdelhaleem Ashqar trial http://www.nysun.com/article/64051 (U.S.) Judge reverses Guantanamo ruling -- Decision reinstates suits challenging indefinite detention at military prison http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/21155459/ (U.S.) Bush defends detention, interrogation policies for terror suspects http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1191257232697&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (U.S.) Appeals court lets Sept. 11 suits resume http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071005/ap_on_re_us/attacks_lawsuits (India) Hyderabad on terror alert http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Hyderabad_on_terror_alert/articleshow/2433481.cms (India J&K) Two soldiers and four ultras killed in Kashmir -- include three Pakistan-based infiltrators http://news.webindia123.com/news/Articles/India/20071006/786182.html http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1025652 (India Assam) ULFA militant killed in Assam http://www.satp.org/satporgtp/detailed_news.asp?date1=10/6/2007#8 (Iran) Bush denies plans to attack Iran http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071005/ap_on_go_pr_wh/bush_arab_tv_2;_ylt=AnY204jsh.kU7FhOIK_fZoZSw60A (Lebanon) Nasrallah Wants to Change Lebanon into a Presidential Republic http://www.naharnet.com/domino/tn/NewsDesk.nsf/getstory?openform&388E75DA15E041D6C225736B0069EB18 (Israel) High Level Debate Stalled Syria Air Strike -- U.S. Was Concerned Over Intelligence, Stability to Region, Officials Tell ABC News - Rice didn't support http://abcnews.go.com/WN/story?id=3695754&page=1 (Israel) Jerusalem Post report: State Dept Secretary Rice offered to publicly condemn Syria for operating a nuclear facility instead http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1191257234667&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Israel) Raid: Israel may have tricked Syria radars http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticle.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/October/middleeast_October66.xml§ion=middleeast Hamas prime minister urges Saudi Arabia, Egypt not to attend Mideast conference http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/06/africa/ME-GEN-Palestinians-Hamas.php (Canada) Terror suspect loses bid for bail -- Syrian national Hassan Almrei http://www.theglobeandmail.com/servlet/story/RTGAM.20071005.almrei06.ott/BNStory/National/?page=rss&id=RTGAM.20071005.almrei06.ott Turkish soldier killed by Kurdish rebels http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071006/wl_nm/turkey_pkk_death_dc Bosnia: Foiled attack on US embassy linked to Islamists http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1389806517 (Spain) From peace talks to zero tolerance: Spain gets tough on ETA allies http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/06/europe/EU-GEN-Spain-Basque-Arrests.php (Spain) Alleged Syrian arms dealer fights extradition to US -- Monzer al-Kassar charged with supplying arms to terror group FARC http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=81&story_id=44617 (Spain) Sporadic violence in wake of Basque separatists' arrests http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/theworld/2007/October/theworld_October212.xml§ion=theworld&col= (UK) Reports: Iraqi interpreters who worked for UK forces win right to asylum http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/06/europe/EU-GEN-Britain-Iraq-Interpreters.php (Russia) Gunmen kill police official in troubled Russian Caucasus region — fourth this month http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/06/europe/EU-GEN-Russia-Violent-Caucasus.php Algerian military kills 22 militants; arrests one http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1025626 (Nigeria) 10 Christians slaughtered over alleged Muhammad cartoon -- update -- 61 injured, 9 churches burned, hundreds displaced after rumored 'insult' to Islam http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=58015 (Sudan) Elders Criticize West's Response to Situation in Darfur -- Carter: no genocide http://www.csmonitor.com/2007/1005/p99s01-duts.html Sudan's Islamists, main dismantling factor of the country http://www.sudantribune.com/spip.php?article24095 Indonesian Cafes Raided during Ramadhan http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/10/indonesian_cafes_raided_during.php (Philippines) Jemaah Islamiyah eyed in Kidapawan City blast http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/storypage.aspx?StoryID=94853 Philippine police investigate rush hour bomb attacks http://abc.net.au/news/stories/2007/10/06/2052697.htm?section=justin (Thailand) Insurgents kill village headman assistant - in Pattani http://www.bangkokpost.com/breaking_news/breakingnews.php?id=122391 (Sri Lanka) 5 Tamil rebels killed, 4 soldiers wounded in clashes in northern Sri Lanka: military http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/06/asia/AS-GEN-Sri-Lanka-Civil-War.php (Sri Lanka) Three men 'executed' in Sri Lanka http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071006/wl_afp/srilankaunrestrightskillings_071006063854;_ylt=Al_iqFxegwsexxZel.jqXGotM8oA Other News: (Denmark) Documentary explores Mohammed cartoons http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2007/10/05/documentary_explores_mohammed_cartoons/7989/ (Netherlands) Prime Minister: Hirsi Ali should leave the country! http://kleinverzet.blogspot.com/2007/10/prime-minister-hirsi-ali-should-leave.html (France) Youths riot in French town http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=25&story_id=44626 (Nazism) 'Confessions' document Holocaust in Ukraine http://www.iht.com/articles/2007/10/05/europe/profile.php October 5, 2007 PM Anti-Terrorism News (Iraq) U.S. military says kills 37 Iraqi militants - air strike kills 27, another 12 killed in separate raids http://www.reuters.com/article/worldNews/idUSL0554268320071005?rpc=401& Iraqi security forces arrest three Al-Qaeda operatives - in Sulaimaniya -- Kirkuk court gives death sentence to four for terrorists http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1846180&Language=en (Iraq) U.S. military: 3 American soldiers killed, 5 wounded by roadside bombs http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/05/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq-US-Casualties.php (Afghanistan) Militants, civilians killed in Afghan clash; NATO soldier dies http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/05/asia/AS-GEN-Afghan-Violence.php (India) Suicide bombers roaming on Hyderabad streets -- on high alert http://ia.rediff.com/news/2007/oct/05hyd.htm (India) Police hunts for suicide bombers in Hyderabad http://www.asianage.com/presentation/leftnavigation/news/india/police-hunts-for-suicide-bombers-in-hyderabad.aspx US court sentences Taliban-linked heroin kingpin Haji Baz Mohammad to more than 15 years in prison http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/05/america/NA-GEN-US-Afghan-Drug-Lord.php (U.S.) Loaded Gun Found in Tucson Airport -- past security screening area http://www.forbes.com/feeds/ap/2007/10/04/ap4189682.html (U.S.) Audit Report by Department of Energy Inspector General's Office on efforts to prevent smuggling of radioactive materials into U.S. (my title) http://blog.washingtonpost.com/government-inc/2007/10/the_nuke_detection_beat_goes_o_2.html -- PDF file http://www.ig.energy.gov/documents/IG-0775.pdf (U.S.) Detecting Terrorists With Biometrics Technology http://www.technologynewsdaily.com/node/8158 Lebanon issues arrest warrant for Fatah al-Islam leader http://www.haaretz.com/hasen/spages/909908.html (Lebanon) No place for Hezbollah 'mini-state' in Lebanon http://www.kuwaittimes.net/read_news.php?newsid=MTQyOTc5ODM1 (Lebanon) Hezbollah chief accuses Israel of killing leaders in Lebanon http://news.monstersandcritics.com/middleeast/news/article_1362910.php/Hezbollah_chief_accuses_Israel_of_killing_leaders_in_Lebanon (Iran) Ahmadinejad: 'Let Jews move to Europe or Alaska' http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1191257230393&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Somalia) Explosions, gunfire kill 8 Somalis in capital -- update to earlier story http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/05/africa/AF-GEN-Somalia.php Algeria confirms GSPC guerrilla chief Hassan Hattab has surrendered http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071005/wl_africa_afp/algeriaunrestislamarrest;_ylt=A9G_R3nKoAZHDicAOw9vaA8F Egyptian police uncover smuggling tunnel leading to Gaza Strip http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/05/africa/ME-GEN-Egypt-Smuggling.php Egypt police investigate possible sectarian slaying of two Christians in sensitive village http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/05/africa/ME-GEN-Egypt-Christian-Murder.php (Nigeria) Christians attacked by Muslims in Nigeria http://www.cwnews.com/news/viewstory.cfm?recnum=53972 Turkey struggling to weed out the PKK terrorists at home before winter sets in http://www.thenewanatolian.com/tna-29126.html (Denmark) 2005 Cartoon Protests: Muslims never saw Mohammed cartoons http://www.cphpost.dk/get/103789.html (UK) Metropolitan police sought suicide bomber advice -- advised by Israeli security forces http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/7029990.stm October 5, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News (Iraq) U.S. says 25 militants killed near Iraq's Baquba http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071005/wl_nm/iraq_friday_dc_4;_ylt=AhBLrz7jNyGOYJk34DeDID1X6GMA (Iraq) U.S. pulls plug on 6 al-Qaeda media outlets http://www.usatoday.com/news/world/iraq/2007-10-04-Mediacenter_N.htm (Iraq) Al Qaeda Beheads Four on Video http://mypetjawa.mu.nu/archives/189644.php (Iraq) British troops step aside for Iraqis in Basra http://www.telegraph.co.uk/opinion/main.jhtml;jsessionid=J4TXYCTBDVHP3QFIQMGSFFOAVCBQWIV0?xml=/opinion/2007/10/05/do0505.xml (Iraq) Split between al-Qaida, Iraqis worsens http://www.upi.com/International_Security/Emerging_Threats/Briefing/2007/10/04/split_between_alqaida_iraqis_worsens_/6414/ (Kurdish Iraq) Terror group raises stakes for U.S., Iran -- Kurds call resurgence of al-Qaeda-linked cell a new sign of Tehran's support of Iraqi militants http://www.dallasnews.com/sharedcontent/dws/dn/latestnews/stories/100507dnintansar.3565e42.html (Iraq) Washington Post report: Blackwater Faulted In Military Reports From Shooting Scene -- anonymous military source http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/10/04/AR2007100402654.html?hpid=topnews (Iraq) Ex-Investigator Details Iraqi Corruption http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/10/04/AR2007100401305.html?hpid=moreheadlines (Afghanistan) Suicide bomber kills two children in Afghan south -- near the town of Sangin http://www.reuters.com/article/worldNews/idUSISL8025420071005?rpc=401& (Afghanistan) ISAF soldier, several civilians killed in fresh Afghan violence -- Helmand and Paktika provinces fighting http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1025577 (Afghanistan) British soldier killed in Afghanistan explosion, two injured - near Kandahar http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/October/subcontinent_October192.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= Afghanistan: Country 'may be lost forever' http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1389359194 (Pakistan) Taliban commander Baitullah executes three soldiers -- letter left with bodies: "We will gift three bodies everyday" http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\10\05\story_5-10-2007_pg1_5 http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2007/10/04/taliban_suspected_in_deaths_of_3_soldiers/8057/ (Pakistan) Mutilated bodies of 3 hostage soldiers found http://www.dawn.com/2007/10/05/top7.htm (Pakistan) Taliban commander Baitullah says his bombers are waiting for Benazir Bhutto http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\10\05\story_5-10-2007_pg1_6 Pro-Taliban commander threatens Benazir with suicide attacks http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/World/Pakistan/Pro-Taliban_commander_threatens_Benazir_with_suicide_attacks/articleshow/2432229.cms Pakistan: US warned of reaction to unilateral military action http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1389359452 (India J&K) Pakistan-based top LeT commander killed in encounter in Indian-administered Jammu and Kashmir http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1025575 (India J&K) LeT militant arrested in Jammu http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/LeT_militant_arrested_in_Jammu/articleshow/2431282.cms (U.S.) Holy Land jury is told to keep deliberating -- Dallas: Judge speaks after getting note that panelist refuses to vote http://www.dallasnews.com/sharedcontent/dws/news/city/richardson/stories/DN-holyland_04met.ART.North.Edition1.424e730.html (U.S.) DHS: Chertoff outlines security goals by 2009 http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071004/ap_on_go_ca_st_pe/chertoff_missed_goals_2;_ylt=Ap9f4lWMhMlXDej.IYONUyYTv5UB (U.S.) Loaded Gun Found in Tucson Airport - beyond security checkpoint http://www.forbes.com/feeds/ap/2007/10/04/ap4189682.html US 'must break Iran and Syria regimes' http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml;jsessionid=J4TXYCTBDVHP3QFIQMGSFFOAVCBQWIV0?xml=/news/2007/10/05/wiran105.xml (Iran) Ahmadinejad rules out talks on Iran's 'nuclear rights' http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/October/middleeast_October57.xml§ion=middleeast&col= (Iran) Ahmadinejad vows to abolish Israel http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,22539717-23109,00.html Iran: Millions hold nationwide rallies to mark 'Jerusalem Day' -- President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said Israel's continued existence was an "insult to human dignity" http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1191257230393&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Iran cleric denounces French sanctions call http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,22537829-23109,00.html Lebanon charges 16 Palestinians, 4 Russians with terrorism http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1191257231037&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Gaza) Three blasts rip through Gaza overnight http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1025513 (Gaza) Palestinian killed by Israeli army was carrying hand grenade - Israel http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1025584 Hamas: Fatah using 'insurgency' tactics http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1191257227801&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Hamas pays Gaza security forces wages in cash from suitcases http://www.haaretz.com/hasen/spages/909886.html Palestinian Islamic Jihad: IAF missed group's cell http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1191257225468&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Islamic Jihad activists march in Gaza to commemorate 'Al-Quds Day' http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1191257230847&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Philippines) Two dead, 26 hurt in blasts -- bombs in Kidapawan city department store http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,22539067-23109,00.html (Thailand) Two killed in south Thailand in Yala and Pattani -- railway station bomb blast injures Buddhists in Yala http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,22538622-23109,00.html (Somalia) Explosions kill 5 Somalis in capital http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/05/africa/AF-GEN-Somalia.php Somalia: Widespread security crackdown in Mogadishu http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1389660570 (Somalia) Hijackers release khat cargo plane in Somalia http://africa.reuters.com/country/SO/news/usnL05633589.html Nigeria: Can Condemns Religious Killing in Kano http://allafrica.com/stories/200710010703.html Libya's Terror Legacy Leads Congress to Slow Pursuit of Ties http://www.bloomberg.com/apps/news?pid=20601070&sid=apJqdlBXsSeQ&refer=home (UK) London Car Bombings: Doctors face court over UK terror http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,22537935-23109,00.html (UK) Boy charged with terror offenses -- 17 year old charged with terrorist materials and information for terror attack http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/7029069.stm (UK) BBC Panorama on Hizb ut-Tahrir (video) http://news.bbc.co.uk/player/nol/newsid_6920000/newsid_6923600/6923616.stm?bw=bb&mp=wm&news=1 (Germany) Under surveillance, German Islamist center dissolves itself -- one of its members, Fritz Gelowicz, was plotter in attack US citizens in Germany http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=26&story_id=44519 http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/09/german_plot_update.php (Netherlands) St Maarten key in terrorism funding http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=1&story_id=44636 Spanish police detain Basque separatist leadership http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071005/ts_afp/spainbasqueseta (Azerbaijan) Trial of imprisoned newspaper editor on new terrorism charges opens in Azerbaijan http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/05/europe/EU-GEN-Azerbaijan-Editor-Charged.php (Australia) Dates set aside for Haneef appeal - London car bomb suspect http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,22537825-29277,00.html Sri Lankan soldier killed in fighting with Tamil Tigers http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/05/asia/AS-GEN-Sri-Lanka-Civil-War.php North Korea claims US agrees to remove country from terrorism-sponsors list for nuclear disablement http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/05/asia/AS-GEN-Koreas-Nuclear.php Cyber-terrorism: The Storm Worm http://www.schneier.com/blog/archives/2007/10/the_storm_worm.html Other News: (U.S.) Bush: Terrorists don't represent Islam http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1191257228416&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull http://www.jihadwatch.org/archives/018374.php Saudi Arabia complains that Muslims can't practice their faith freely in Europe http://www.jihadwatch.org/archives/018377.php http://www.arabnews.com/?page=1§ion=0&article=102017&d=4&m=10&y=2007 (U.S.) Florida group to protest Muslim day at Six Flags http://www.wfaa.com/sharedcontent/dws/wfaa/latestnews/stories/wfaa071004_mo_muslimgroups.13bcd6b05.html (U.S.) Indianapolis: Pastor says Muslims don't need footbaths -- Cites Quran's allowance for faithful to use dust http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=57987 (UK) Muslim pupils won't face outright ban on wearing the veil http://www.dailymail.co.uk/pages/live/articles/news/news.html?in_article_id=485768&in_page_id=1770&in_a_source= (Belgium) VB protests new mosque in Deurne http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=24&story_id=44615 (Russia) Nazism: Skinheads bring Moscow to 'racist brink' http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,22538947-23109,00.html October 4, 2007 PM Anti-Terrorism News Al Qaeda's Secret Correspondence -- letters from Hassan al Tajiki on Afghanistan, includes letters to Bin Laden http://aawsat.com/english/news.asp?section=3&id=10437 (Afghanistan) Taliban leader exhorts suicide bombers in video -- Mullah Mansour Dadullah http://www.reuters.com/article/asiaCrisis/idUSISL36725 (Afghanistan) Taliban: No foreign troops in Afghanistan - attacks to increase during Ramadan http://www.earthtimes.org/articles/show/118960.html (Afghanistan) Taliban poised for a big push - Syed Shahzad: 9 operations in past 10 days in western Pakistan http://www.atimes.com/atimes/South_Asia/IJ05Df01.html Pakistan: Radical Islamabad mosque handed back to former clerics http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1380032442 (Iraq) Al-Qaeda "financier" arrested in Iraq -- update with additional detail http://www.ft.com/cms/s/0/2f4acd24-72a3-11dc-b7ff-0000779fd2ac.html http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/21135723/ Iraqi Sunni tribal leader killed - in Samarra - Sheikh Muawiya Jebara opposed Al-Qaeda http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/middle_east/7028934.stm (Iraq) Sunni lawmaker sacked for joining armed resistance -- Abdul Nasser al-Janabi http://rawstory.com/news/dpa/Sunni_lawmaker_sacked_for_joining_a_10042007.html (Iraq) Baghdad nervous about new militias http://www.metimes.com/storyview.php?StoryID=20071004-041633-4337r (Iraq) Saddam ex-deputy heads new insurgent coalition: report - Izzat Ibrahim al-Duri, Iraq's most wanted man, leads coaltion http://afp.google.com/article/ALeqM5j88KvGCX_2y4wtsNeUW-bFKxB1-g - IHT story http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/03/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq-Insurgent-Coalition.php (Iraq) US House cracks down on war zone security guards http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071004/pl_afp/iraqussecurityblackwatercongress_071004185332;_ylt=AoloHjI4CiJCFWdYYpFZesxX6GMA (U.S.) Miami: "Liberty City 7" Trial - FBI informant says terror suspect sought al-Qaida aid http://www.miamiherald.com/775/story/260537.html (UK) July 21 Bomb plot 'helper' had 'list of bomb parts' -- torn up with notes entitled "Steps to Martyrdom" http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/10/04/nbomber104.xml French official: CIA note warns of possible terror attacks in Europe http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/04/europe/EU-GEN-France-US-Terrorism.php Algeria, France coordinate against Al-Qaeda threats http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1845968&Language=en Spanish police arrest more that 20 members of outlawed Basque separatist party http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/04/europe/EU-GEN-Spain-Basque-Arrests.php (Canada) Terrorists using prepaid cards to transfer money, inquiry hears http://www.canada.com/ottawacitizen/news/story.html?id=360c19d5-8cc5-441f-95ba-33a0623035fc&k=40500 (Lebanon) Mass funeral for nearly 98 Islamists killed in Lebanon clashes http://news.monstersandcritics.com/middleeast/news/article_1362522.php/Mass_funeral_for_nearly_98_Islamists_killed_in_Lebanon_clashes (Iran) IAEA chief urges patience with Iran, warns against confrontations http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/04/africa/ME-GEN-Iran-IAEA.php Egyptian Court Orders Release of 10 Muslim Brotherhood Members http://www.voanews.com/english/2007-10-04-voa54.cfm (Somalia) 3 Somalis die in separate explosions during gov't security crackdown http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1191257224944&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (U.S.) CIA detention program remains active: official http://www.reuters.com/article/domesticNews/idUSN0428795220071004?feedType=RSS&feedName=domesticNews (U.S.) White House denies torture assertion http://www.usatoday.com/news/washington/2007-10-04-wh-torture_N.htm?csp=34 (Iran) Ahmadinejad and a Murder in Vienna: An Interview with 'Witness D' http://www.worldpoliticsreview.com/article.aspx?id=1212 (Columbia) FARC advocates Chavez's success in agreement to release hostages http://english.eluniversal.com/2007/10/02/en_pol_art_farc-advocates-chave_02A1094197.shtml Other News: Hirsi Ali Commentary: 'We Are Making Fools of Ourselves in the Eyes of the World' http://www.spiegel.de/international/europe/0,1518,509302,00.html Hirsi Ali Commentary: Is Europe finished? http://blog.beliefnet.com/crunchycon/2007/10/is-europe-finished.html (U.S.) Commentary: Ramadan at the Pentagon http://dianawest.net/index.php?id=22 http://washingtontimes.com/article/20071003/NATION/110030089/1001 France will try to integrate imams http://www.int.iol.co.za/index.php?set_id=1&click_id=3&art_id=nw20071004200603740C211980 (Germany) Communism Seems Preferable to Some Germans After 17 Years -- One in five Germans would like to have the Berlin Wall back http://www.dw-world.de/dw/article/0,2144,2806093,00.html (Spain) Neo-Nazi Extradited to Austria http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/A/AUSTRIA_HOLOCAUST_DENIAL?SITE=AP&SECTION=HOME&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT&CTIME=2007-10-04-14-47-27 October 4, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News (Iraq) Bomb wave kills at least 12 in Iraq -- IED bombings in Iskandariyah, minibus bomb in Al-Zafaraniyah, drive-by shooting in Babel http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071004/wl_mideast_afp/iraqunrest_071004122041;_ylt=AvWGWAhMzcfzqQbGDQgzD0NX6GMA Senior Iraqi immigration official assassinated in Babel http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1025290 (Iraq) Two bombings kill, injure 29 Iraqis in southern Baghdad -- includes bobby-trapped car in ear Zahlah market in Camp Sara - and gunmen killing driver of tanker http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1025345 Iraq MP found at Al Qaeda meeting: US military http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/focusoniraq/2007/October/focusoniraq_October29.xml§ion=focusoniraq (Iraq) US army nabs man charged with delivering USD 100 mln to Qaeda http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1025336 (Iraq/Iran) Growing evidence of Iranian support to Iraq insurgency - US military http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1025197 (Iraq) UK terrorists on al-Qa'eda 'foreign legion' list http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/10/04/wqaeda104.xml (Iraq) Blackwater won't guard FBI in Iraq shooting probe http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071004/ts_nm/usa_iraq_blackwater_dc_1;_ylt=Atbn.55GW04zaj6D39qnHqJX6GMA (Afghanistan) 20 Taliban killed in Afghanistan -- clash in Shah Wali Kot district, also 3 police killed at checkpoint in Arghistan district http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071004/ap_on_re_as/afghan_violence_2;_ylt=AhxpKd_6cT3HiADFY2Qr2RjOVooA (Afghanistan) Al-Qaeda's Afghanistan chief says bin Laden alive -- Mustafa Abu al-Yazid urges global Muslims to fight for Afghanistan's "independence" http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071004/wl_afp/afghanistanattacksqaeda_071004011944;_ylt=At65ZFNQleb.KqaXbdsYNzLOVooA (Afghanistan) Senior Taliban leader vows to keep killing NATO troops http://news.monstersandcritics.com/southasia/news/article_1362352.php/Senior_Taliban_leader_vows_to_keep_killing_NATO_troops (Afghanistan) Italian agent wounded in Afghan rescue dies http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071004/wl_nm/italy_afghan_dc_2;_ylt=ArkSBGqRwnEUDZ_Fv9zoav7OVooA (Afghanistan) Iran 'arming Taliban with roadside bombs' http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml;jsessionid=4QPMILHECU21FQFIQMGSFFOAVCBQWIV0?xml=/news/2007/10/04/wafghan104.xml (Pakistan) Militants kill three abducted Pakistani soldiers -- shot 3 of the over 200 captured soldiers held in South Waziristan http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071004/wl_sthasia_afp/pakistanafghanistanunrest_071004114908;_ylt=AsIYjFcitnI1BwncXxTCZqHOVooA (Pakistan) Two militants killed in Balochistan http://www.satp.org/satporgtp/detailed_news.asp?date1=10/4/2007#6 (Pakistan) Lal Masjid: Survivors defiant as siege mosque reopens -- loudspeakers play Abdul Aziz Ghazi speech calling for Sharia law for all of Pakistan and that members are "ready for sacrifice" http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/asia/article2584927.ece "Our movement for enforcement of Sharia has been stained with our blood and it must continue" "The problems of this country can only be overcome with Islamic law . . . We are ready for sacrifice!" (Pakistan) Musharraf says no Al-Qaeda safe havens in Pakistan http://www.outlookindia.com/pti_news.asp?id=508710 (India J&K) Two Pakistan-based guerrillas, Indian Army officer killed in Kashmir encounter http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1025326 (India J&K) Top LeT commander, junior Army officer among 4 killed in Kashmir http://news.webindia123.com/news/Articles/India/20071004/784463.html (India J&K) Al-Badr most active terror outfit in J&K http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/India/Al-Badr_most_active_terror_outfit_in_JK/articleshow/2426936.cms (India) Nine die in rebel attacks in India northeast - "Red Army" attack http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/October/subcontinent_October154.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (Germany) The Suspects Who Got Away - Newsweek: Worldwide manhunt for up to 50 supporters of suspected cell http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/21120025/site/newsweek/ (Austria) Two men to stay in custody over alleged bombing plot of US embassy http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/04/europe/EU-GEN-Austria-US-Embassy-Explosives.php (U.S.) "Liberty City 7" Trial: FBI tape played in terrorism trial -- Narseal Batiste recorded by FBI that he sought "To build an Islamic army. For Islamic jihad" http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071003/ap_on_re_us/terrorism_investigation_5;_ylt=AqESkYMiaw4OXBL6ZlhANGQTv5UB (U.S.) Holy Land Foundation Trial: Jury struggles in terror-financing trial of Muslim charity -- jurors indicated that a member of the panel was refusing to vote http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/03/america/NA-GEN-US-Muslim-Charity-Trial.php (U.S.) South Carolina Pipe Bomb Trial: Egypt to hire lawyer for student Ahmed Abdellatif Sherif Mohamed http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071003/ap_on_re_us/explosives_arrest_1 (U.S.) Islamist Radicals infiltrating US military and intelligence: Benazir Bhutto http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\10\04\story_4-10-2007_pg7_3 (U.S.) Vulnerable germ labs tough to identify http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071004/ap_on_go_co/dangerous_germs_7;_ylt=Am9kS3v.ONxFOeoXvTueP.ITv5UB (U.S.) 9/11 suit reveals security missteps http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20071004/METRO/110040038/1004 (U.S.) Report: Secret U.S. endorsement of severe interrogations http://www.iht.com/articles/2007/10/04/america/04interrogate.php (Iran) Bush warns of nuclear-armed Iran http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071003/ap_on_go_pr_wh/bush (Iran) France: Paris urges EU to adopt tighter Iran sanctions http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1385002470 (Iran) French officials: Iran set to run nearly 3,000 uranium-enriching centrifuges by late October http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/03/europe/EU-GEN-France-Iran-Nuclear.php Iran: Another cleric murdered in south http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1381858684 (Lebanon) Hezbollah regains strength in Lebanon http://www.adn.com/24hour/world/story/3711997p-13146981c.html (Lebanon) Hizbullah Well Entrenched In S Lebanon A Year After War http://www.nasdaq.com/aspxcontent/NewsStory.aspx?cpath=20071004\ACQRTT200710040622RTTRADERUSEQUITY_0214.htm&selected=9999&selecteddisplaysymbol=9999&StoryTargetFrame=_top&mkt=WORLD&chk=unchecked&lang=&link=&headlinereturnpage=http://www.international.nasd (Lebanon) Bush, Hariri to Discuss Elections, Syria's Influence http://www.naharnet.com/domino/tn/NewsDesk.nsf/getstory?openform&AB77FE3D3D0E9772C225736A0013EBD3 Syrian guerrilla group 'ready for attacks' -- Hezbollah-like cells plan provocations to force war between Damascus, Israel http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=57972 Israeli ships open fire at Beit Lahya http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1025277 (Gaza) Bomb hits Hamas patrol in Gaza City, 3 hurt http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/October/middleeast_October46.xml§ion=middleeast&col= Hamas accuses rival Fatah of wounding policemen http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071004/wl_mideast_afp/mideastunrestgazablast Hamas Children's Magazine Al-Fateh Encourages Terrorism, Glorifies Martyrdom http://memri.org/bin/latestnews.cgi?ID=IA39307 http://www.al-fateh.net Indonesian militant sentenced to 15 years in Christian killings -- member of Islamic militant group Kompak http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/04/asia/AS-GEN-Indonesia-Militant-Sentence.php (Somalia) Hijackers seize cargo plane in Somalia http://www.iol.co.za/index.php?set_id=1&click_id=68&art_id=nw20071004140559111C614740 Algeria: Terror plot foiled in north http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1385121903 Sudan: Government asks rebels to talk peace http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Politics/?id=1.0.1384803346 (Canada) Tax agency stepping up financial war on terror http://www.thestar.com/News/article/263531 (Turkey) Reports: Turkish troops kill 3 Kurdish rebels near Syrian border -- in Mardin http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/04/europe/EU-GEN-Turkey-Kurds.php Spanish court studies extradition of Syrian businessman Monzer al-Kassar accused in US of illegal arms deals http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/04/europe/EU-GEN-Spain-Syrian-Extradition.php (Spain) ETA founder member slams Basque separatists http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=81&story_id=44588 (UK) 5 accused of helping would-be suicide bombers hide from police -- associated with July 2005 bombing plots http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/03/europe/EU-GEN-Britain-Terrorism.php (Thailand) Islamic separatists kill five http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,22534095-23109,00.html (Thailand) Two killed in Thailand's Muslim south -- in Narathiwat and Pattani http://www.hindustantimes.com/StoryPage/StoryPage.aspx?id=41c5fa52-7d28-43eb-8639-cf9441701e12&MatchID1=4570&TeamID1=8&TeamID2=2&MatchType1=2&SeriesID1=1146&MatchID2=4577&TeamID3=7&TeamID4=3&MatchType2=1&SeriesID2=1148&PrimaryID=4570&Headline=Two+killed+in+Thailand's+Muslim+south (Thailand) Man resembling bomb suspect surrenders http://www.bangkokpost.com/breaking_news/breakingnews.php?id=122315 Philippine communist rebels raid Australian mining company, torch vehicles http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/04/asia/AS-GEN-Philippines-Communist-Rebels.php Sri Lanka soldiers kill 22 rebels in north http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/October/subcontinent_October162.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= Sri Lanka government says LTTE will declare independence in January http://www.hindustantimes.com/StoryPage/StoryPage.aspx?id=de60b096-a141-4107-bef8-6634f2351864&MatchID1=4570&TeamID1=8&TeamID2=2&MatchType1=2&SeriesID1=1146&MatchID2=4577&TeamID3=7&TeamID4=3&MatchType2=1&SeriesID2=1148&PrimaryID=4570&Headline='LTTE+will+declare+independence+in+Jan' (North Korea) US to send nuclear team to North Korea shortly http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071004/pl_afp/nkoreanuclearweaponsus_071004131159;_ylt=Av1tk0TYWqWMNbyiLImoSDGCscEA Other News: (U.S.) Cincinnati: Muslim group rebukes radio host: WLW's Cunningham not backing down http://news.enquirer.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20071003/NEWS01/710030345 (U.S.) GOP urges probe in China firm deal - 3COM/Huawei http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20071004/NATION/110040081/1001 (Denmark) Threats to kill Danish cartoon editor Flemming Rose http://pajamasmedia.com/2007/10/post_241.php Netherlands: Back to Turkey http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/10/netherlands-back-to-turkey.html (Netherlands) Hirsi Ali discusses security with NCTb http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=1&story_id=44527 (Nigeria) American, 2 Germans charged in Nigeria with breaching state security http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/03/africa/AF-GEN-Nigeria-Security.php http://allafrica.com/stories/200710040298.html (Canada) Mosque says to avoid Western holidays http://www.canada.com/nationalpost/news/story.html?id=0821a06b-a34d-4e76-aaf9-b3015c1a37bb&k=66020 (UAE) Dubai-based company purchases SC land for distribution center -- Jafza International http://www.wistv.com/Global/story.asp?S=7165756 (UAE) Dubai company using Hitler image in advertisement "Conqueror - The world is yours" http://hurryupharry.bloghouse.net/archives/2007/10/02/conqueror_the_world_is_yours.php http://www.brandrepublic.com/login/News/741353/ (Israel) Swastikas spray-painted on Haifa synagogue http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1191257223517&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Germany) Skinheads Beat Up Three Greeks in Eastern Berlin http://www.spiegel.de/international/germany/0,1518,508882,00.html (Germany) US charges German as Nazi concentration camp guard http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=26&story_id=44507 October 3, 2007 PM Anti-Terrorism News (Iraq) US says finds list of Qaeda fighters in Iraq -- seized a list of some 500 Al-Qaeda members recruited to fight in Iraq from the Middle East and Europe during a raid http://afp.google.com/article/ALeqM5iepxVGM8G8I428i3hwN6METvgLiQ (Iraq) Al-Qaida killing nets big intelligence find http://www.wavy.com/Global/story.asp?S=7162914 Multinational Forces Press Briefing slides of terrorists and images of documents (PDF file) http://www.mnf-iraq.com/images/stories/Press_briefings/2007/071003_slides.pdf (Iraq) Shiites tell U.S. to quit recruiting Sunni tribesmen http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?file=/c/a/2007/10/03/MNF1SILVV.DTL (Afghanistan) NATO says troops in Afghanistan launch new operation against Taliban -- Operation Pimar to last until Spring 2008 http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/03/europe/EU-GEN-NATO-Afghanistan.php Pakistan's Uneasy Relationship With Washington http://news.yahoo.com/s/usnews/20071003/ts_usnews/pakistansuneasyrelationshipwithwashington (Pakistan) Thousands offer prayers in Lal Masjid after reopening http://www.earthtimes.org/articles/show/118075.html Pakistan tribal zone violence kills 26 (updated) - Roadside bomb killed 14 bus passengers - 2 troops, 10 militants died in clash http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071003/wl_afp/pakistanafghanistanunrest_071003142717;_ylt=AjL3fHu4_xQoHVGZrHSCQous0NUE India warns of terror attacks at temples, mosques http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071003/wl_sthasia_afp/indiaunrestpolice India continues to be Al Qaeda's target: National Security Advisor Narayanan http://www.earthtimes.org/articles/show/118291.html (India J&K) Army operation continues for third day in J&K http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Army_operation_continues_in_JK/articleshow/2424522.cms (U.S.) When Islamists Get Caught: Muslim American Society Edition -- Steven Emerson on Esam Omeish and Mahdi Bray http://www.investigativeproject.org/article/501 (U.S.) Senate Gives Support to Terror Victims -- Justice for Victims of State Sponsored Terrorism Act http://www.jta.org/cgi-bin/iowa/breaking/104473.html (U.S.) B. Smith, sued Libya over airliner bombing - Leader in efforts ahainst Libya for 1989 PanAm 103 bombing died in plane crash http://www.mercurynews.com/ci_7069563?source=rss&nclick_check=1 (U.S.) Families of Those Killed on Ground Settle 9/11 Litigation Against Airlines and Security Companies http://biz.yahoo.com/prnews/071003/new058.html?.v=22 Libel Without Borders (commentary) - Controversy over book, "Alms for Jihad," shredded in libel case http://www.nytimes.com/2007/10/07/books/review/Donadio-t.html?_r=1&ref=books&oref=slogin Jihadists' boredom a 'common trait' http://www.theage.com.au/news/world/jihadists-boredom-a-common-trait/2007/09/30/1191090945470.html?s_cid=rss_world Iran Could Strike U.S. by 2015, U.S. Officials Say http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,299189,00.html (Iran) Analysis: Iran sanctions expanding http://www.spacewar.com/reports/Analysis_Iran_sanctions_expanding_999.html Iran blames "US-backed terrorists" for assassination of cleric http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/03/africa/ME-GEN-Iran-U.S..php Iranian says US can't afford another war http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071003/ap_on_re_us/un_iran (Lebanon) Islamist group Fath al-Islam had links with al-Qaeda - paper http://en.rian.ru/world/20071003/82232708.html (Lebanon) Washington Sources on Lebanon's Presidential Election http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/10/lebanon_presidential_election.php Moroccan would-be suicide bomber given preventive detention http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/theworld/2007/October/theworld_October118.xml§ion=theworld&col= Somalia: Government Bases Attacked http://allafrica.com/stories/200710030590.html (UK) Leeds man appears in court on terror handbook charge http://www.yorkshireeveningpost.co.uk/news/Leeds-man-appears-in-court.3251257.jp (Italy) Former Italian terrorist's arrest triggers debate on prison law http://news.monstersandcritics.com/europe/news/article_1362170.php/Former_Italian_terrorists_arrest_triggers_debate_on_prison_law (Australia) Home-grown terrorism now main threat http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,22526745-2,00.html?from=public_rss North Korea Agrees to Disable Main Nuke Facility by Dec. 31 http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,299086,00.html US backs North Korea nuclear facilities plan http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071003/ap_on_go_pr_wh/us_koreas_nuclear Other News: (U.S.) Merger opens U.S. defense to China -- 3COM/Huawei Technologies merger -- Huawei past links to Taliban and Saddam Hussein's army will gain access to U.S. defense-network technology http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20071003/NATION/110030088/1001 Huawei credits its telecommunications support for sustaining cell phone traffic in and around the Saudi Arabian holy city of Mecca during the Hajj, when the city swells with millions of Muslim pilgrims http://wtimg.sv.publicus.com/apps/pbcsi.dll/bilde?Site=WT&Date=20071003&Category=NATION&ArtNo=110030088&Ref=AR&Profile=1001&MaxW=580 (UK) Video: New Jihad Watch: The Orwellian "Islam is Peace" campaign http://hotair.com/archives/2007/10/03/new-jihad-watch-the-orwellian-islam-is-peace-campaign/ October 3, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News (Iraq) Over 200 terrorists killed, nabbed by military personnel in Iraq -- official http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1845702&Language=en (Iraq) Gunmen kidnap 13 at fake checkpoint -- in Khalis http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,22526634-23109,00.html (Iraq) Poland's ambassador to Iraq wounded in blast -- three separate roadside bombs in the Arasat district in central Baghdad http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071003/wl_nm/iraq_ambassador_dc_1;_ylt=Aq2xfJCFCgXjfgKbFQFi75tX6GMA (Iraq) Washington Post continuing article on IEDs (my title) http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/10/02/AR2007100202366.html?hpid=artslot (Iraq) FBI to be guarded by Blackwater team being probed (my title) http://www.nydailynews.com/news/wn_report/2007/10/03/2007-10-03_blackwater_to_guard_fbi_team_probing_it-2.html (Afghanistan) Taliban fire rockets on German base, attack NATO convoy -- base in Faizabad http://www.earthtimes.org/articles/show/117983.html (Afghanistan) Taliban burn district center in central Afghanistan in Ghazni province's Ajristan district -- killing two policemen; 5 Dutch troops wounded in clash in Uruzgan province http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/03/asia/AS-GEN-Afghan-Violence.php (Afghanistan) U.N. says Afghan violence up 30 percent http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/afghanistan;_ylt=AqnQ6TZQ4U_JrZk0QCEEv0XOVooA http://abcnews.go.com/International/wireStory?id=3680949 (Afghanistan) Pakistan's Foreign Secretary: Urgent plan needed for Afghanistan http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Politics/?id=1.0.1379771061 (Pakistan) Ten militants, two soldiers killed in Pakistan -- clash with pro-Taliban militants http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071003/wl_sthasia_afp/pakistanafghanistanunrest_071003084415;_ylt=ApqQ2pSToigA3YlZOEdnUnjOVooA (Pakistan) Two Pakistani soldiers killed near Afghan border -- outside Mir Ali town http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/October/subcontinent_October112.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= Pakistan: Radical Islamabad mosque handed back to former clerics http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1380032442 Pakistan Seen Losing Fight Against Taliban And Al-Qaeda http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/10/02/AR2007100202211.html?nav=rss_world/asia (Pakistan) Gang involved in suicide attacks busted: Cheema http://www.dawn.com/2007/10/03/top12.htm (Pakistan) Rice urges Moderate Pakistanis to Unite against Extremism, Lauds Musharraf Role http://www.pakistantimes.net/2007/10/03/top3.htm (Indian Kashmir) Two officers and nine suspected rebels killed in fierce gunbattle in Indian Kashmir, says army http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/03/asia/AS-GEN-Kashmir-Gunbattle.php (Indian Kashmir) Jammu and Kashmir Liberation Front (JKLF) leader warns of 'intifada' in Jammu and Kashmir http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\10\03\story_3-10-2007_pg7_6 (U.S.) The Islamist Trojan Horse -- analysis of Islamist organizations and media in U.S. http://www.nysun.com/article/63064?page_no=2 (U.S.) California: Judge denies bail for terror defendant -- Rahmat Abdhir charged with sending money and military equipment to Jemaah Islamiyah in Philippines http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071003/ap_on_re_us/terrorism_indictment (U.S.) Miami men plotted to overthrow U.S.: prosecutor http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071002/us_nm/usa_plot_dc (U.S.) Federal trial on terrorism counts for 5 rescheduled in Toledo http://www.toledoblade.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20071003/NEWS02/710030422/-1/NEWS (U.S.) Canadian Khadr's lawyers say they will appeal ruling ordering him to trial http://www.canada.com/nationalpost/news/story.html?id=a80711fd-78d4-4fe6-861a-d8d2f37e2363 (U.S.) Questions raised over terror exercise -- TOPOFF exercise next week for three fictional dirty bombs to go off in 3 US cities and Guam http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071003/ap_on_go_ot/terror_exercise_4;_ylt=AgtEcy4hXmUGqyEQi1BgsiwTv5UB http://www.iht.com/articles/2007/10/03/america/terror.php (U.S.) Files raise questions on Gitmo transfers -- Gitmo prisoners cleared even though they pose threat, don't show up for hearings http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071003/ap_on_re_la_am_ca/guantanamo_the_way_out_11;_ylt=AoQ.u42_152yYm1hCsCAmA8Tv5UB (U.S.) White House Secrecy On Wiretaps Described http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/10/02/AR2007100201083.html (U.S.) Jihadism: The Web of American Bloggers and The Terrorists They Facilitate http://mypetjawa.mu.nu/archives/189600.php (U.S.) FBI Most Wanted Terrorist Has a US Hosted Website http://mypetjawa.mu.nu/archives/189605.php (Lebanon) Hizbullah's Marijuana Enriches Financial Pot http://www.israelnationalnews.com/News/Flash.aspx/134146 (Israel) 2 gunmen killed by IDF in s. Gaza Strip http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1191257218835&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Israel) IDF arrests five suspected terrorists in West Bank http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1191257217328&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Gaza) New poll shows growing discontent with Hamas rule in Gaza http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/03/africa/ME-GEN-Palestinians-Poll.php Report: Hamas, Fatah agree to secret talks http://www.ynetnews.com/articles/0,7340,L-3456057,00.html Fatah: 'Summit failure may ignite new intifada' http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1191257216393&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Saudi Mufti Issues Fatwa Prohibiting Saudi Youth From Engaging In Jihad Abroad http://memri.org/bin/latestnews.cgi?ID=SD173107 Bahrain terror clamp http://www.gulf-daily-news.com/Story.asp?Article=195631&Sn=BNEW&IssueID=30197 (Somalia) Fierce fighting rocks Somali capital http://www.mg.co.za/articlepage.aspx?area=/breaking_news/breaking_news__africa/&articleid=320976&referrer=RSS (Algeria) Violence Smolders in Algeria http://www.foxnews.com/wires/2007Oct02/0,4670,AlgeriaViolenceReborn,00.html (Algeria) Al-Qaeda prompts legal questions in Algeria's national reconciliation http://www.magharebia.com/cocoon/awi/xhtml1/en_GB/features/awi/features/2007/10/02/feature-01 (Sudan) Attack on African Union forces in Darfur threatens to undermine peace talks http://www.iht.com/articles/2007/10/02/news/darfur.php Mauritanian Guantanamo detainee freed a week after return to home country http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/03/africa/AF-GEN-Mauritania-Guantanamo-Prisoner.php (Canada) Unclear how information on terrorist funds used, inquiry told http://www.canada.com/topics/news/national/story.html?id=8ddbf26b-6698-4ecb-ae9c-cb82e32e5848&k=13710 (Thailand) Three dead in Thai south -- shooting of soldier in Pattani on Wednesday and shootings of two men in Pattani and Yala on Tuesday http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071003/wl_asia_afp/thailandsouthunresttoll_071003062855;_ylt=Amp91qvEKC2oh5Vz7iv7.hbuNREB (Thailand) Police release sketch of bomb suspect - placed bomb near Army HQ http://www.bangkokpost.com/breaking_news/previousdetail.php?id=122281 Sri Lanka says no quick-fix to Tamil conflict http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/October/subcontinent_October107.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= Sri Lankan army says it sank Tamil Tiger boat in artillery battle http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/03/asia/AS-GEN-Sri-Lanka-Civil-War.php (North Korea) Roh rejects N. Korea's offer to extend summit http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/21090918/ North Korea Nuclear Accord Reached -- Side Deal With U.S. Involves Terror List http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/10/02/AR2007100202223.html?hpid=topnews Other News: (U.S.) Rosie O'Donnell's representative rejects terrorists' invitation http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=57954 (U.S.) Pentagon observes Muslim holy month -- White House in preparation for iftar feast http://www.washingtontimes.com/article/20071003/NATION/110030089/1001 (Israel) What next for Israel? Apologize to enemies http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=57952 (UK) Muslim Public Affairs Committee calls dates "Israeli blood dates" http://www.mpacuk.org/content/view/4069/34/ France: Mosque and Catholic university to give imam training http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/10/france-mosque-and-catholic-university.html Netherlands: Muslim Bible teachers in Christian elementary schools http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/10/netherlands-muslim-bible-teachers-in.html October 2, 2007 PM Anti-Terrorism News (Pakistan) Al-Qaeda 're-emerging' in Pakistan sanctuaries: US military http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071002/wl_sthasia_afp/afghanistanusunrestpakistantalibanborder (Pakistan) 8 Al-Qaeda linked militants arrested in Pakistan http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1845513&Language=en http://www.app.com.pk/en/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=17803&Itemid=2 (Pakistan) Militant attack in northern Pakistan kills 3 policemen -- in Hungu town http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1845525&Language=en New Pakistan violence kills 4 security officials, 2 militants http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/02/asia/AS-GEN-Pakistan-Violence.php (Pakistan) ABC: Military Analysts - Pakistan Army Folding to Growing Taliban (my title) http://blogs.abcnews.com/theblotter/2007/10/throwing-in-the.html Iraq: Al-Qaeda video shows attack on US military helicopter http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1376409137 Afghan violence at record levels http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071002/ap_on_re_as/afghanistan_74;_ylt=Al_00LZupDaG.iwYFaZdJyHOVooA Afghanistan: Would-Be Suicide Bomber Speaks Of Indoctrination, Fear http://www.rferl.org/featuresarticle/2007/10/f11e7d19-8e39-4dd1-b12d-4bda813b756d.html (U.S.) Miami: Sears Tower Bomber Trial - Prosecutors say Liberty City 7 sought to topple U.S. government http://www.miamiherald.com/775/story/257718.html (U.S.) Opening arguments in Miami 'homegrown terrorism' case http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071002/ts_alt_afp/ustrialattacksflorida (U.S.) Terrorist Surveillance a 'Legal Mess,' Ex-Justice Official Says http://www.bloomberg.com/apps/news?pid=20601070&sid=aAenqJzHWaaA&refer=politics (U.S.) Online video emerges as PC security hole http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/21095733/ (Syria) Assad denies his country behind killing of anti-Syrian Lebanese politicians http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/02/africa/ME-GEN-Syria-Lebanon.php (Gaza) Four killed in explosion near Hamas marine police headquarters in Gaza City http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/02/africa/ME-GEN-Palestinians-Gaza.php French Scholar Olivier Roy: Terrorism: 'War on terror' not a global fight says expert http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1376552067 (UK) De Menezes marksmen told to expect determined bombers http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/uk/article2576589.ece (Spain) Police arrest 2 members of outlawed Basque separatist party http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/02/europe/EU-GEN-Spain-Basque-Arrests.php (Angola) Suspected Nigerian militant leader is in custody in Angola, official says http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/02/africa/AF-GEN-Angola-Nigerian-Arrested.php (Australia) PC program predicts fallout from terrorist strike http://www.smh.com.au/news/technology/pc-program-predicts-fallout-from-terrorist-strike/2007/10/02/1191091115304.html (North Korea) U.S. backs plan to disable North Korea's nuclear facilities http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/02/america/NA-GEN-US-Koreas-Nuclear.php (Sri Lanka) Arrested LTTE terrorist commits suicide by swallowing cyanide-Batticaloa http://www.defence.lk/new.asp?fname=20071002_08 Other News: (Israel) Swastikas sprayed in Bnei Brak succa http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1191257213539&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull October 2, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News (Afghanistan) Suicide bomber kills 13 in Kabul - on board bus - male bomber wearing pakul and shawl http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071002/ap_on_re_as/afghanistan_72;_ylt=Ap4xEMqiJm88Q103tGMp4ejOVooA (Afghanistan) US backs Karzai's offer to talk to Taliban -- deputy head of the European and Eurasian Affairs office at the State Department, Kurt Volke welcomes such talks http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071002/wl_sthasia_afp/afghanistanunrestusgermany_071002113254;_ylt=Aupc3qosQwzbfCkBOI2J6ljOVooA (Afghanistan) Taliban divided over peace talks with Karzai http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\10\02\story_2-10-2007_pg7_6 UN: Taliban leader Mullah Omar to remain on UN blacklist -- as Afghanistan calls for talks with Omar http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071001/wl_sthasia_afp/afghanistanunresttalibanuntalks_071001140624;_ylt=Ajn24TBV5O6DVWFuunpI1YfOVooA (Afghanistan) Five Afghans kidnapped - two worked for Danish aid organization http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071001/wl_sthasia_afp/afghanistanunrestkidnap_071001143634;_ylt=AtaxAwo1BrUqxiY442B_8gPOVooA (Iraq) Car bombs kill 6 Iraqis, injure 10 others in Baquba http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1024703 (Iraq) Suicide car bomber kills six near Baghdad - in Khalis http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/focusoniraq/2007/October/focusoniraq_October9.xml§ion=focusoniraq (Iraq) Police kill armed insurgent in northern Iraqi city - in Kirkuk http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1024735 (Iraq) MNF disrupts Qaeda meeting, detains 23 suspects http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1024661 (Iraq) Qaeda group vows to avenge death of leader Abu Usama Al Tunisi http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/October/middleeast_October15.xml§ion=middleeast&col= Iraq's ruling Shiite coalition warns of new militias http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1024678 (Iraq) New type of bomb is unexpectedly lethal in Iraq - Washington Post continuing IED article Spring 2005 -Summer 2006 http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/21091678/ http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/10/01/AR2007100101760.html (Iraq) UK plans to pull 1,000 troops from Iraq http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071002/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq_070928172884 (Iraq) Basra may be handed over in 2 months: Brown http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/focusoniraq/2007/October/focusoniraq_October10.xml§ion=focusoniraq (Iraq) Blackwater in nearly 200 shootings since 2005: US report http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071002/wl_mideast_afp/iraqusunrestsecurityblackwater_071002111127;_ylt=Ap4cVK5aEzwVcF81ENZtfpdX6GMA (Iraq) CNN: Blackwater incident witness: 'It was hell' http://www.cnn.com/2007/WORLD/meast/10/02/blackwater.witness/index.html (Iraq) Blackwater alleges 'rush to judgment' http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2007/10/02/blackwater_alleges_rush_to_judgment/5531/ (Pakistan) 1 soldier killed, several wounded in battles with militants in northwestern Pakistan http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/02/asia/AS-GEN-Pakistan-Violence.php (Pakistan) Bomber strikes Pakistan power lines http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2007/10/02/bomber_strikes_pakistan_power_lines/3951/ Pakistan Daily Times: Bannu police confirm suicide bomber in burqa was a man (my title) http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\10\02\story_2-10-2007_pg1_6 (Pakistan) First fidayeen attack by female in Pak http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/World/Pakistan/First_fidayeen_attack_by_female_in_Pak/articleshow/2421087.cms Pakistan's Supreme Court orders reopening of Lal Masjid mosque http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/02/asia/AS-GEN-Pakistan-Radical-Mosque.php (Pakistan) Pashtun Tribal Chiefs decry war in Pakistan http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20071002/FOREIGN/110020062/1001 (India J&K) 2 Soldiers injured, 2 militants arrested, 1 surrenders in J&K http://news.webindia123.com/news/Articles/India/20071002/782463.html (India J&K) Army officer killed in Kashmir, 4,000 guerrillas could enter India from Pakistan camps http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1024709 (India J&K) 4,000 terrorists waiting to cross LoC http://ia.rediff.com/news/2007/oct/02jk1.htm (India J&K) Militancy in J-K turning into lucrative business: EU group http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Militancy_in_JK_turning_into_lucrative_business_EU_group/articleshow/2422600.cms (India Assam) Civilians kill ULFA militant in Assam http://www.satp.org/satporgtp/detailed_news.asp?date1=10/2/2007#4 (Thailand) Mobile phones seized in restive southern Thailand depict gruesome videos - terrorists beheading Buddhists, dismembering body of soldier http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/02/asia/AS-GEN-Thailand-Southern-Violence.php http://www.bangkokpost.com/breaking_news/previousdetail.php?id=122247 Philippine navy commandos clash with suspected militants, leaving 14 dead http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/02/asia/AS-GEN-Philippines-Muslim-Rebels.php (Indonesia) Bali bombers' sentences likely cut for Ramadan http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,22514834-401,00.html (Algeria) 11 suspects jailed over attack on Algeria president http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071002/wl_africa_afp/algeriaattacks Sudanese Columnist: Al-Qaeda's Infiltration of Sudan – The Result of Preaching to Jihad by the Sudanese Government http://memri.org/bin/latestnews.cgi?ID=SD173007 (Turkey) Two blasts in Turkish city kill one, injure four - in Izmir http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071002/wl_afp/turkeyattacks_071002113427;_ylt=AgLmwHSaV24YyqmUUNPz28LtfLkA (Turkey) Shroud of mist surrounding PKK ambush dispersed http://www.todayszaman.com/tz-web/detaylar.do?load=detay&link=123649 (Austria) 2nd Bosnian suspect arrested in attempted bombing of US Embassy in Vienna -- nail bomb suspect identified as Asim C., and second man arrested identified as Mehmed D. http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/02/europe/EU-GEN-Austria-US-Embassy-Explosives.php (U.S.) Miami: "Liberty City Seven" terrorism trial begins in today - plotted to blow up Chicago's Sears Tower http://www.wsvn.com/news/articles/local/MI63467/ (U.S.) NYC seeks immunity from Sept. 11 suits http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071002/ap_on_re_us/attacks_lawsuits (U.S.) Threatened Islam critic forced to leave U.S. -- Ayaan Hirsi Ali loses Dutch-financed personal security, Americans won't pick up http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=57933 (U.S.) All 24 terrorists on FBI's most wanted list are Arabs http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\10\02\story_2-10-2007_pg7_47 (U.S.) Commentary: Cal Thomas: It's called 'the jihad way' -- on Esam Omeish http://www.sacbee.com/110/story/409490.html http://www.theday.com/re.aspx?re=df371983-65b8-47c7-b815-3c05c1b3e8c9 (U.S.) CAIR Supports VA Muslim Leader Smeared by 'Islamophobes' -- on Esam Omeish http://news.yahoo.com/s/usnw/20070929/pl_usnw/cair_supports_va_muslim_leader_smeared_by__islamophobes (U.S.) Support group wants psychiatric help for JFK terror suspect http://www.trinidadexpress.com/index.pl/article_news?id=161210384 Cracks in the Foundation: Leadership Schisms in al-Qa'ida from 1989-2006 - New report from West Point Combating Terrorism Center http://www.ctc.usma.edu/aq/aq3.asp (U.S.) Analysis: USAF's counterinsurgency plan - New U.S. Air Force doctrine released http://www.upi.com/International_Security/Emerging_Threats/Analysis/2007/10/03/analysis_usafs_counterinsurgency_plan/3683/ Lebanon charges 14 Islamists with terrorism http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071002/wl_mideast_afp/lebanonunrestjustice_071002102840;_ylt=Ao2Hi8fRN9HpBF9kwgYVHrvagGIB (Lebanon) Report: Hizbullah Won't Attack Israel to Defend Iran-Syria http://www.naharnet.com/domino/tn/NewsDesk.nsf/getstory?openform&D1040A8ECD0AD649C2257367003F2A08 Iran: Revolutionary guards to stop 'cultural aggression', says general http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1374976676 (Iran) France urges sanction moves to pressure Iran http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071002/ts_nm/iran_nuclear_france_dc_3;_ylt=Ah9BciJpT2oJkp.cf8vTJbJSw60A Iran slashes oil transactions in dollars http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071002/wl_mideast_afp/iranforexdollaroil_071002084133;_ylt=AkYfZRcwgKJ8Tr8VXPGCO1VSw60A Hamas disbands Executive Force, absorbs troops into police http://news.monstersandcritics.com/middleeast/news/article_1361723.php/Hamas_disbands_Executive_Force_absorbs_troops_into_police__Extra_ (Israel) Three missiles from N. Gaza hit southern Israel -- radio http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1024641 (Israel) IDF confirms that aircraft hit target inside Syria last month http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1191257212152&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Israel accuses French TV network of "staging" Palestinian boy's death http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/02/africa/ME-GEN-Israel-Palestinian-Boys-Death.php http://www.israelnationalnews.com/News/Flash.aspx/134052 (Israel) 29 Arab Terrorists Released to Gaza http://www.israelnationalnews.com/News/Flash.aspx/134084 Saudi cleric issues warning over militants http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\10\02\story_2-10-2007_pg4_7 (Canada) Battle against terror funding short on staff: RCMP http://www.canada.com/nationalpost/news/story.html?id=6bff81d3-014f-4a9f-81b9-759d3feef6d9&k=80172 UK law on inciting religious hatred in force http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Religion/?id=1.0.1375046496 (UK) Britain 'permissive environment for terrorists' http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/10/02/ntory1102.xml (UK) Muslim group condemns Bin Laden - Bristol Muslim Cultural Society (BMCS) http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/england/bristol/7023869.stm (France) Terrorist on trial for Paris bomb attacks http://thescotsman.scotsman.com/international.cfm?id=1571612007 (France) Terrorist in dock 12yrs on -- Rachid Ramda accused of 1995 metro bombings http://www.mirror.co.uk/news/topstories/2007/10/02/terrorist-in-dock-12yrs-on-89520-19879655/ (France) Leader of pro-ETA group detained in France http://news.monstersandcritics.com/europe/news/article_1361801.php/Leader_of_pro-ETA_group_detained_in_France Spain and Portugal to cooperate against ETA http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=81&story_id=44446 Sri Lankan Air Force destroys LTTE hideout http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1024743 Sri Lankan air force bombs a top rebel leader's hideout, military says http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/02/asia/AS-GEN-Sri-Lanka-Civil-War.php (North Korea) No timeframe for striking N.Korea off terrorism list - Japan FM http://en.rian.ru/world/20071002/81973682.html North Korea says has date for removal from terrorism list http://www.ynetnews.com/articles/0,7340,L-3455614,00.html Other News: (UK) BBC Promotes Shari'a Law in Britain http://littlegreenfootballs.com/weblog/?entry=27324_BBC_Promotes_Sharia_Law_in_Britain&only (U.S.) Indiana: Muslim footbaths spark another fight -- Indianapolis pastor warns trend is first step in Islamic goal of imposing Sharia law in U.S. http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=57935 (U.S.) CAIR-NY Joins Rally Against Anti-Muslim, Racist Graffiti http://www.cair.com/ArticleDetails.aspx?ArticleID=23267&&name=n&&currPage=1&&Active=1 http://www.dawn.com/2007/10/02/index.htm (U.S.) DC Council of Islamic Organizations - Advertising "Request Muslim TV on Basic Cable for all Americans" http://www.muslimsonbasic.com/MOB.asp Spanish region allows girl to go to school wearing Muslim headscarf http://news.monstersandcritics.com/europe/news/article_1361794.php/Spanish_region_allows_girl_to_go_to_school_wearing_Muslim_headscarf (France) Chivalry in age of Islam on show in Paris http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=25&story_id=44495 (France) President Sarkozy joins French Muslims for Iftar http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=25&story_id=44487 (Netherlands) "Government should protect Hirsi Ali" http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=1&story_id=44475 Are Iran, Russia, China behind dollar's free-fall? http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=57936 (U.S.) Technology Seen as Key To Upgrading Food Safety http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/10/01/AR2007100101543.html?hpid=moreheadlines (India) 'Nazi bedspreads' taken off shelves http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/asia/article2570559.ece October 1, 2007 PM Anti-Terrorism News CTB News Analysis: Austria: Attack on US Embassy in Vienna Foiled http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/10/vienna_attack_foiled.php (Austria) Man with grenades held near US Embassy - in Vienna -- Bosnian man carrying bag of hand grenades and nails - bag included Islamic literature http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/10/01/waustria101.xml -- AP report http://abcnews.go.com/International/wireStory?id=3674282 -- OSINT report http://groups.yahoo.com/group/osint/message/98511 Hizb ut Tahrir going stronger worldwide -- by Olivier Guitta http://www.weeklystandard.com/Content/Public/Articles/000/000/014/154nwrvp.asp (Iraq) Al-Qaida in Iraq umbrella group confirms death of senior leader, calls him a 'martyr' -- Abu Osama al-Tunisi http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/01/africa/ME-GEN-Al-Qaida-Iraq.php (Iraq) US troops disrupt Al-Qaeda leadership, seven killed, 11 detained http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1024505 (Iraq) 'Dragon' Offensives Destroy al Qaeda Outposts in Dora with Iraqi Assistance http://www.army.mil/-news/2007/10/01/5125-dragon-offensives-destroy-al-qaeda-outposts-in-dora-with-iraqi-assistance/ Iraqi Christians forced to leave http://washingtontimes.com/article/20071001/FOREIGN/110010067/1001 Pakistan: 'Taliban abduct 24 military personnel' http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1372339124 (Pakistan) Another Pakistani Defeat as More Soldiers Feared Kidnapped -- 20 Pakistan Army feared kidnapped after armed militants attacked their base in Bannu http://blogs.abcnews.com/theblotter/2007/10/another-pakista.html (Pakistan) Bhutto says she might allow U.S. strike on bin Laden http://africa.reuters.com/world/news/usnN01317614.html (U.S.) High court refuses bin Laden driver case http://www.usatoday.com/news/washington/2007-10-01-court-hamdan_N.htm (U.S.) FBI has failed to plug spying gaps: inspector http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20071001/pl_nm/security_usa_fbi_dc_1;_ylt=Aons0S0UgipCRL4PDvnYJcwTv5UB (U.S.) Terrorist Training Video Leads To Heightened Security At Airports -- online video showed how remote control toys could detonate bombs http://www.abcnews4.com/news/stories/1007/460017.html (U.S.) Boston: Police: Man arrested at Logan after claiming to be in Al Qaeda http://www.boston.com/news/globe/city_region/breaking_news/2007/10/police_man_arre.html (Somalia) 5 killed in clashes in northern Somalia http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/01/africa/AF-GEN-Somalia.php (Somalia) Young Somalis lured home by al-Qa'ida http://www.theaustralian.news.com.au/story/0,25197,22516425-5013404,00.html Jordan's military court convicts alleged pro-al-Qaida poet for slandering the king http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/01/africa/ME-GEN-Jordan-Qaida-Poet.php http://www.metimes.com/storyview.php?StoryID=20071001-084834-7461r (Australia) Islamic cleric preaching 'extremism, hate' -- Mohammed Omran http://www.theaustralian.news.com.au/story/0,25197,22516508-601,00.html (Europe) EU mulls Internet clampdown to combat 'terrorism' http://www.smh.com.au/news/Technology/EU-mulls-Internet-clampdown-to-combat-terrorism/2007/10/02/1191091044824.html (UK) British designer blasts government's stance on terrorism suspects http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/01/europe/EU-GEN-France-Fashion-Politics.php (Sweden) Defying al-Qaeda threats, Swedish artist wants to turn prophet cartoon uproar into musical http://www.signonsandiego.com/news/world/20071001-1107-sweden-prophetdrawings.html Other News: (UK) Coffee and biscuits the answer to integration for Muslims says Minister http://www.theasiannews.co.uk/news/s/1018092_coffee_and_biscuits_the_answer_to_integration_for_muslims_says_minister New York Times Columnist Thomas Friedman: "9/11 is over" - states US needs to stop "restrictions" in foreign travelers coming to USA -- says "We have got to get our groove back", and hopes "that anyone who runs on the 9/11 platform gets trounced" http://www.iht.com/articles/2007/09/30/news/edfried.php October 1, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News (Afghanistan) More than 20 rebels killed in US-led, Afghan raids - near Kabul http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071001/wl_sthasia_afp/afghanistanunrestus_071001093716;_ylt=Ar_e2xZLsVz_JboOUvM2WQjOVooA (Afghanistan) Taliban executes Afghan teenager for having US money http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/01/asia/AS-GEN-Afghan-Violence.php (Afghanistan) Al-Qaeda wants a part of Afghan talks http://www.atimes.com/atimes/South_Asia/IJ02Df01.html (Afghanistan) India expresses concern over growing influence of Taliban http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/India_expresses_concern_over_growing_influence_of_Taliban/articleshow/2419894.cms Commentary: Afghanistan: No peace with terror http://www.telegraph.co.uk/opinion/main.jhtml?xml=/opinion/2007/10/01/dl0102.xml (Afghanistan) US offers $200,000 to catch Taliban - 12 local leaders, list does not includes Mullah Omar http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20071001/ap_on_re_as/afghanistan;_ylt=Aqn4bP4jYM06gkcnnYPTbK.s0NUE (Pakistan) Suicide bomber in burqa kills 16 in Pakistan http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071001/wl_asia_afp/pakistanunrestblast_071001112818 (Pakistan) Militants bomb girls' school in Swat http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\10\01\story_1-10-2007_pg7_20 http://www.satp.org/satporgtp/detailed_news.asp?date1=10/1/2007#8 (Pakistan) Blast rocks Gwadar http://www.dawn.com/2007/10/01/top8.htm (Pakistan) US and Pakistan sign $750m accord for development of FATA http://www.satp.org/satporgtp/detailed_news.asp?date1=10/1/2007#17 (Pakistan) Former ISI chief could succeed Musharraf as Army chief: Report -- Pervez Kiyani http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/World/Pakistan/Former_ISI_chief_could_succeed_Musharraf_Report/articleshow/2418314.cms http://rds.yahoo.com/_ylt=A0geu.pa8QBHlDgBgl5XNyoA;_ylu=X3oDMTFhMG9nNmQ5BHNlYwNzcgRwb3MDMgRjb2xvA2FjMgR2dGlkA01BUDAxNV85OQRsA1dTMQ--/SIG=127eqomu1/EXP=1191330522/**http%3a//www.msnbc.msn.com/id/21036547/site/newsweek/ (Pakistan) Al-Qaeda, Taliban Recreating Afghanistan Inside Pakistan http://rapidrecon.threatswatch.org/2007/10/alqaeda-taliban-recreating-afg/ (Iraq) Car bomb blast in Mosul kills professor http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1024443 (Iraq) Two Gunmen arrested, three injured in two incidents in Kirkuk http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1024269 Washington Post report on IEDs - Summer 2004 - Summer 2005 (my title) http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/09/30/AR2007093001675.html?hpid%3Dtopnews&sub=AR (India Assam) Five killed, 25 wounded in northeast India blasts http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070930/wl_nm/india_blasts_dc;_ylt=Ag.y1hQ72NQDWasUU9ueBqqs0NUE (India) Naxalites blow up transporter's house in Bihar http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Naxalites_blow_up_transporters_house_in_Bihar/articleshow/2420156.cms (India) Analyst agrees with Stratfor report on ULFA outsourcing suicide attacks http://news.webindia123.com/news/Articles/India/20071001/781148.html (India) Tracking terror funds may be a click away http://www.dnaindia.com/report.asp?newsid=1124583 (U.S.) Terror database gets plenty of hits http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20071001/NATION/110010062/1001 US "Special Coordinator" against PKK terror submits resignation http://www.hurriyet.com.tr/english/7396686.asp?gid=74&sz=69985 (Iran) Britain 'on board' for US air strikes on Iran after Navy hostage humiliation http://www.dailymail.co.uk/pages/live/articles/news/worldnews.html?in_article_id=485018&in_page_id=1811 (Lebanon) Fatah Al-Islam military leader arrested http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1024328 Syrian president tells BBC Israeli warplanes struck "unused military building" last month http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/01/africa/ME-GEN-Syria-Israel.php Egypt frees Hamas group into Gaza -- in exchange for wanted Al Qaeda leader - updated story http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2007/10/01/egypt_frees_hamas_group_into_gaza/2042/ (Gaza) Two Gaza militants killed in shootout with Israelis http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/October/middleeast_October8.xml§ion=middleeast&col= Fatah video hoax aims to smear Hamas http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1189411518043&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Israel releases 57 Palestinian prisoners in goodwill gesture http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/01/africa/ME-GEN-Israel-Prisoner-Release.php Hamas Member Taken Off Release List of Terrorists http://www.israelnationalnews.com/News/Flash.aspx/134029 (Israel) Terrorists on Their Way to Freedom http://www.israelnationalnews.com/News/Flash.aspx/134023 Terror leader: Palestinian Authority officials conspired in Church of Nativity siege http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=57914 (Sudan) African Union vows to punish Darfur troops' killers http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071001/ts_afp/sudandarfurauunrest_071001091211;_ylt=AsDnl4Z6xyIfLtfpvk92YewShIMA (Russia) Dagestan: Imam Shot Dead -- a day after he spoke out against Islamic extremists http://www.moscowtimes.ru/stories/2007/10/01/031.html Turkish general says independent Kurdish state is security risk http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/01/europe/EU-GEN-Turkey-Military.php (Turkey) Terrorists target civilians, regional calm http://www.todayszaman.com/tz-web/detaylar.do?load=detay&link=123528 (France) Algerian extremist on trial for metro bombings http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=25&story_id=44429 (Germany) Failed German terror attack had its roots in Islamabad, UK http://www.hindustantimes.com/StoryPage/StoryPage.aspx?id=146f26cb-873d-4d04-b87e-bcee7401e67e&MatchID1=4577&TeamID1=7&TeamID2=3&MatchType1=1&SeriesID1=1148&MatchID2=4569&TeamID3=8&TeamID4=2&MatchType2=2&SeriesID2=1146&PrimaryID=4577&Headline=Failed+German+terror+attack+had+its+roots+in+Pak%2c+UK (UK) Islamic group 'with links to Al Qaeda' wants to open school near Olympic village -- Tablighi Jamaat http://www.dailymail.co.uk/pages/live/articles/news/news.html?in_article_id=484958&in_page_id=1770&ito=newsnow (UK) London police on trial for safety lapses in death of innocent man mistaken for terrorist http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/01/europe/EU-GEN-Britain-Brazilian-Shot.php (UK) De Menezes police control room 'in chaos' before deadly shooting http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/uk/article2567496.ece (UK) Phone data law extends surveillance powers http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/10/01/nphones101.xml Spanish police dismantle bomb at party HQ -- at HQ of Catalan green-left political party http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=81&story_id=44424 (Indonesia) Six men face terrorism charges in Indonesian court http://www.radioaustralia.net.au/news/stories/s2048278.htm (Thailand) Bomb blast injures two Thai police near army HQ in Bangkok http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070930/wl_asia_afp/thailandblastarmy_070930203820;_ylt=AmdIiZoLU.6hc1wmdOH5o8vuNREB (Philippines) Officer known for his anti-terror exploits becomes Philippine police chief http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/01/asia/AS-GEN-Philippines-New-Police-Chief.php (Philippines) One wounded by Islamists -- Al Qaeda-linked Islamic militants attacked an army camp on a southern Philippine island, wounding one soldier http://www.gulf-times.com/site/topics/article.asp?cu_no=2&item_no=175636&version=1&template_id=45&parent_id=25 'Sri Lanka fighting kills 19, wounds 27' http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/October/subcontinent_October29.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (Maldives) FBI helping in the investigation into Maldives bombing http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/10/01/asia/AS-GEN-Maldives-Explosion.php (Maldives) Ten held over Maldives bomb attack on tourists - update http://www.guardian.co.uk/international/story/0,,2181051,00.html?gusrc=rss&feed=networkfront Maldives president blames opposition for bomb attack http://uk.reuters.com/article/worldNews/idUKL2932342520070930 Other News: Iran MPs warn over Benetton stores http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20071001/wl_mideast_afp/iranfashionsocialcompanybenetton_071001121033;_ylt=ArqPn2Ku12R.6dmsKVRSRU5Sw60A (UK) Muslim 'peace' adverts launched http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/uk/7021323.stm http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/comment/faith/article2566693.ece UK: Supermarket staff can opt out on alcohol http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/09/uk-supermarket-staff-can-opt-out-on.html Denmark: Islam in community colleges http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/09/denmark-islam-in-community-colleges.html Denmark: Danish Muslims participating in Yemeni Islam courses http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/09/denmark-danish-muslims-participating-in.html Indian Jews Outraged Over 'The Nazi Collection' Line of Bedspreads http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,298676,00.html (Israel) Neo-Nazis in the Jewish homeland http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1189411484435&pagename=JPost/JPArticle/ShowFull (Israel) Three swastikas sprayed in Holon school grounds http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1189411523444&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull September 30, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News Iraqi army says kills 40 militants -- arrested 8, defused bombs in operations in Diyala, Salahuddin and Kirkuk http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070930/ts_nm/iraq_army_dc_1;_ylt=AiHPzIUAAtY2QzANgju2PfJX6GMA (Iraq) Coalition forces disrupt al-Qaeda network; two killed, 21 detained http://www.mnf-iraq.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=14348&Itemid=128 (Iraq) Al-Qaeda senior leader captured in Samara - report -- Abdel-Rahman al-Anbary http://news.monstersandcritics.com/middleeast/news/article_1361103.php/Al-Qaeda_senior_leader_captured_in_Samara_-_report (Iraq) US says Iranian-made missiles found in Iraq http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070930/wl_mideast_afp/iraqunrestiranus_070930130734;_ylt=AqLEwL5ONnLITqIEEENn8edX6GMA (Iraq) U.S. struggle to defeat IEDs takes place in streets, shadows http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/21053750/ http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/09/29/AR2007092900750.html?hpid=topnews Washington Post historical analysis of IEDs issues in Afghanistan and Iraq - summer 2002 - summer 2004 (my title) http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/09/29/AR2007092900751.html?hpid=topnews (Iraq) US soldier killed in small arms fire attack in Baghdad http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1024037 (Iraq) Death toll in Mosul car bomb rises to 6 killed, 21 injured -- update http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1023964 (Iraq) Tribal Members Join in Effort To Assist U.S., Iraqi Forces http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/09/29/AR2007092901528.html (Iraq) Diyala sheiks pledge cooperation to oust al-Qaida, but reconciliation remains bumpy http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/30/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq-Rocky-Reconciliation.php (Iraq) U.S. Embassy reiterates support for unified Iraq http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/30/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq.php (Afghanistan) Six Afghan police killed in Kandahar http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/September/subcontinent_September1167.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (Afghanistan) Three civilians, two police killed in Afghanistan -- in Paktya -- Taliban ambush in Paktya province -- 7 Taliban killed and 3 arrested after fighting http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070930/wl_sthasia_afp/afghanistanunrest_070930122453;_ylt=Au2jLHKyDznulD.2EzV.xsPOVooA (Afghanistan) Taliban debating peace, Karzai says http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/afghanistan;_ylt=ApEYZLWziHrk4U3ZJtEOxNrOVooA http://edition.cnn.com/2007/WORLD/meast/09/29/afghanistan.bus.ap/index.html (Afghanistan) Taliban spurns Karzai's offer to meet Omar -- update - additional detail in later story http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/21055255/ http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070930/wl_sthasia_afp/afghanistanunresttalkstaliban_070930080939;_ylt=AivZw5cU7eyMqvjO6XNJezfOVooA (Pakistan) Militant attacks leave 1 soldier dead, 14 wounded in northwestern Pakistan, official says http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/30/asia/AS-GEN-Pakistan-Violence.php (Pakistan) Waziristan breeding ground of suicide bombers: UN report -- 80 percent of suicide bombers in Afghanistan came from the Waziristan agencies http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\09\30\story_30-9-2007_pg7_44 (Pakistan) Militants blow up two barbershops in Swat -- fail to destroy Buddhist carvings http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\09\30\story_30-9-2007_pg7_19 (Pakistan) 'Terrorists may attack twin cities' -- Islamabad and Rawalpindi during the coming few days http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\09\30\story_30-9-2007_pg7_50 (India Kashmir) Kashmir mosque siege ends, two Hizb-ul Mujahideen terrorists killed http://www.hindustantimes.com/StoryPage/StoryPage.aspx?id=7bcdf400-bc37-4564-93da-956b2fc4ab87&&Headline=J%26amp%3bK+mosque+siege+ends%2c+terrorists+killed (India) Top cops to meet to tackle financial terror -- Hawala transfers, fake currency, foreign contributions masked as social or religious donations remain key elements in financing cross-border terrorism http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/India/Top_cops_to_meet_to_tackle_financial_terror/articleshow/2415927.cms (UK) US airbase bomb plotter on run in UK -- German officials disclosed http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/uk/crime/article2558165.ece (UK) Islamists 'urge young Muslims to use violence' -- Hizb ut-Tahrir has urged Muslim students at British universities to fight Allied troops in Iraq http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/09/30/nhizb130.xml (U.S.) Isolating the menace in a sterile "supermax" - Top-security prison now home to terrorists http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/21043739/from/RSS/ (U.S.) Gitmo detainees on Supreme Court docket http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070930/ap_on_go_su_co/scotus_new_term (Iran) Report: US trains Gulf air forces for war with Iran http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml;jsessionid=NSOC2O0PJZQGBQFIQMGCFFOAVCBQUIV0?xml=/news/2007/09/30/wiran130.xml Iran gov't backs parliament's 'terrorist' label for US army, CIA http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/30/africa/ME-GEN-Iran-US-CIA.php Algerian military kills 10 suspected terrorists http://news.monstersandcritics.com/africa/news/article_1361113.php/Algerian_military_kills_10_suspected_terrorists (Sudan) Rebels storm peacekeeping base in Darfur, killing 12 soldiers http://www.cnn.com/2007/WORLD/africa/09/30/sudan.darfur.ap/index.html (Turkey) Death toll in ambush by suspected Kurdish rebels increases to 13 http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/30/europe/EU-GEN-Turkey-Kurds.php (Spain) ETA issues statement, saying fight for independence from Spain will continue http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/30/europe/EU-POL-Spain-ETA-Statement.php (Europe) West is taking fight against terrorism online http://www.iht.com/articles/2007/09/30/business/net01.php (Austria) Online List of politicians as possible attack targets surfaces in Austria http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1189411505523&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull September 21, 2007 news reports on list: http://communities.canada.com/nationalpost/blogs/posted/archive/2007/09/20/terror-tracking-group-releases-info-on-targets-named-by-austrian-canadian-jihadist-cell.aspx http://canadianpress.google.com/article/ALeqM5jTK0C1ygyuzbzfz-B_ve-qsO40og (UK) Terror survival course launched http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/scotland/glasgow_and_west/7019937.stm (Saudi Arabia) Terror finance trail vanishes in Saudi Arabia http://news.independent.co.uk/business/news/article3013006.ece (Lebanon) Camp defeat sends Lebanese militants into hiding http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070930/wl_mideast_afp/lebanonunrestislamist_070930024637;_ylt=Ak6Vbvzd5ef1GkEDSc3xVHragGIB (Syria) 'Arab research center' in Syria denies reports of IAF air strike http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1189411514513&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Syria says Israeli air raid aimed at justifying attack http://afp.google.com/article/ALeqM5hcd8yNVwB0Z6ZOjoi1YKbiWIremw Hezbollah: 'Israel will pay a heavy price if it attacks Syria' http://yalibnan.com/site/archives/2007/09/hezbollah_israe.php Egypt allows Hamas members to cross into Gaza http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/September/middleeast_September392.xml§ion=middleeast&col= Hamas renews call for cease-fire with Israel http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1189411514633&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Gaza) Senior Fatah Official Arrested in Gaza by Hamas http://www.israelnationalnews.com/News/Flash.aspx/133953 (Gaza) Clash at southern Gaza mosque leaves nine wounded, including two critically http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/29/africa/ME-GEN-Gaza-Mosque-Clash.php (Thailand) Police captain killed in southern ambush -- in Yala province http://www.bangkokpost.com/breaking_news/previousdetail.php?id=122152 (Maldives) Has Islamic terrorism arrived on Maldives? Nation run with legal system based on Sharia law http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/09/30/nmaldives230.xml Maldives police arrest 7 suspects after bomb blast wounds 12 tourists http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/30/asia/AS-GEN-Maldives-Explosion.php http://www.cnn.com/2007/WORLD/asiapcf/09/30/maldives.explosion.ap/index.html (Sri Lanka) Six rebels killed in Sri Lanka: army http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070930/wl_asia_afp/srilankaunrest_070930102538;_ylt=AvAfIQEJi77GSpGlmrd4tLctM8oA (North Korea) Nuclear envoys reach 'comprehensive' NKorea deal: US http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070930/wl_asia_afp/nkoreanuclearweaponstalks_11;_ylt=AkpbgWeFcVwfDBbzF5Hdtj6CscEA (Nepal) 4 men arrested in fatal Katmandu bomb blasts http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/30/asia/AS-GEN-Nepal-Bombings.php (U.S./Columbia) U.S. to assist those forced to aid FARC http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20070930/NATION/109300043/1001 (Colombia) Dozens of Colombia politicians killed ahead of vote http://www.alertnet.org/thenews/newsdesk/N28447012.htm Other News: (U.S.) Michigan: Anti-Jewish, anti-Christian fliers found on cars -- flier read: "Kill Jews and Christians if they don't believe in Allah and Mohammad." http://www.macombdaily.com/stories/092807/loc_fliers001.shtml (Israel) Haifa succa defaced with swastikas http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1189411512761&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (UK) Virus lab 'ignored warning of leak' http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/uk/article2558204.ece CNN/AP: McCain: I would vote for Muslim president http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2007/09/30/mccain-i-would-vote-for-muslim-president/ NY Daily News: McCain: No Muslim president, U.S. better with Christian one http://www.nydailynews.com/news/wn_report/2007/09/29/2007-09-29_mccain_no_muslim_president_us_better_wit.html September 29, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News Iraq: Sectarian violence kills 18 - Mosul carbomb, drive-by shooting kills Sunni sheik, US military hands over 9 bodies in Samarra http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/iraq;_ylt=AkduajD_58KHSEwChbtrWCVX6GMA (Iraq) Mosul Car bomb kills police in northern Iraq http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070929/wl_mideast_afp/iraqunrestmosul_070929121812;_ylt=AufE3oCOrGf4nPnFVbe84W5X6GMA (Iraq) U.S. soldier killed by gunfire in Diyala province http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/29/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq-US-Casualties.php (Iraq) Extremist brigade commander detained by Iraqi, U.S. Special Forces -- in New Baghdad http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1023902 (Iraq) Counterterrorism Analyst Evan Kohlmann Raises Doubts About Alleged Death Of Top Al Qaeda Leader http://thinkprogress.org/2007/09/29/kohlmann-tunisi/ http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/09/a_tale_of_two_tunisis_question.php (Iraq) US army recovers bodies of murdered Sunni couple in Baghdad''s Adhamiyah http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1844648&Language=en (Iraq) MNF find ads, items supporting 9/11 attacks in Iraq http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1023851 (Iraq) US regrets if civilians killed in Baghdad raid http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/focusoniraq/2007/September/focusoniraq_September201.xml§ion=focusoniraq Iraqi civilian deaths part of war on terror: US military http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070929/wl_mideast_afp/iraqunrest_070929121207;_ylt=Apa6eAETA0c1hPG3g8T3CksTv5UB (Afghanistan) Kabul bus bomber kills 30 troops -- Taliban claims responsibility http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070929/ts_afp/afghanistanunrestblastkabul_070929115207;_ylt=AvxXSyk_PWbo53tX2sy_PkrOVooA (Afghanistan) 4 Red Cross hostages freed in Afghanistan http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/29/asia/AS-GEN-Afghan-Kidnappings.php (Afghanistan) Karzai calls for stronger action against terrorism after blast http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070929/wl_sthasia_afp/afghanistanunrestblastkabulkarzai_070929085030;_ylt=AhjnuCnlBuGpQcRgZKSA7GzOVooA Afghan president offers Taliban a place in government for peace deal http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/29/asia/AS-GEN-Afghan-Taliban-Talks.php (Afghanistan) Taliban constitution made public -- "Constitution of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan" http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2007/09/29/taliban_constitution_made_public/8380/ (Afghanistan) Commentary:'Why Won't the AP Describe the Taliban as Terrorists?' http://www.americandaily.com/article/20432 (Pakistan) Nine wounded, 12 arrested in militant attack on Waziristan checkposts -- in Mir Ali, Khajori and Jabler areas http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1023867 (Pakistan) US drone 'shot down' in N Waziristan http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\09\29\story_29-9-2007_pg7_3 (Pakistan) Terrorist alert triggers security sweep in hotels -- Raja Bazaar http://www.dawn.com/2007/09/29/nat19.htm (Pakistan) Woman beheaded in Mohmand Agency -- letter claims murder for "moral" reasons http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\09\29\story_29-9-2007_pg7_2 (Pakistan) Lal Masjid back in news: students threaten government http://in.news.yahoo.com/070929/43/6lcue.html (India) Suspected Bangladeshi terrorist held in West Bengal http://www.newindpress.com/NewsItems.asp?ID=IEP20070929032240&Page=P&Headline=Suspected+Bangladeshi+terrorist+held+in+West+Bengal&Title=Nation&Topic=0 (India) Hyderabad twin blasts: Police arrest suspect's brother and his aide http://news.webindia123.com/news/Articles/India/20070929/779882.html (India) Hyderabad cops to grill terror suspect http://www.hindustantimes.com/Redir.aspx?ID=c3c6f0bd-90aa-4911-ade5-0d462140795d (India Kashmir) Two rocket launchers recovered from terrorists hideout in J&K http://www.hindustantimes.com/StoryPage/StoryPage.aspx?id=6e3dcea3-97c2-4929-950d-478fa03d91ed&MatchID1=4562&TeamID1=6&TeamID2=1&MatchType1=2&SeriesID1=1145&PrimaryID=4562&Headline=Two+rocket+launchers+recovered+from+terrorists+hideout+in+J%26amp%3bK (India) 41 persons sentenced in 1998 Coimbatore serial bomb blasts case http://www.satp.org/satporgtp/detailed_news.asp?date1=9/29/2007#9 (India Assam) Three construction company employees abducted by Black Widow militants in Assam http://www.satp.org/satporgtp/detailed_news.asp?date1=9/29/2007#7 (U.S.) Jury set in Miami terror trial -- plot to blow up Chicago's Sears Tower and bomb FBI offices http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070928/ap_on_re_us/terrorism_investigation_1;_ylt=AhwwKm._3BhCmPbUAQWQbSkTv5UB (U.S.) GOP Urged to Cite 'Islamic Terrorists' http://news.yahoo.com/s/usnews/20070928/ts_usnews/gopurgedtociteislamicterrorists (U.S.) Terrorists still slowing mail on Capitol Hill -- requires bio-chem testing http://www.register-herald.com/local/local_story_271225639.html?keyword=topstory (U.S.) FBI's three-front war on terrorists http://www.nypost.com/seven/09292007/news/worldnews/fbis_three_front_war_on_terror.htm -- FBI stated during 9/11 congressional hearing that has no role in "war of ideas" http://washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20070914/NATION04/109140086/1008&template=nextpage Algerian security forces kill four militants, arrest three others http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1023921 (Algeria) Founder of Algerian Salafi group surrenders to authorities http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1023885 (Algeria) 6 Algerian security force officers killed in attacks by Islamic militants http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/28/africa/AF-GEN-Algeria-Violence.php (Algeria) Al-Qaeda leaves Iraq and goes to Algeria, says Iraqi Prime Minister http://www.echoroukonline.com/english/modules.php?name=News&file=article&sid=7774 (Somalia) Four civilians killed in fresh Somalia violence http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070929/wl_afp/somaliaunrest_070929081706;_ylt=ArF6zY78dEFBDMe9LQDJOMiQLIUD (Somalia) Troops forcing residents from homes in Somali capital, rights group says http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/29/africa/AF-GEN-Somalia.php (Turkey) Twenty Kurdish rebels killed by Turkish army during past 15 days http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1023920 (Turkey) Four terrorists killed, one surrenders http://www.todayszaman.com/tz-web/detaylar.do?load=detay&link=123458 Iran's Parliament Signs Resolution to Label CIA, Army as 'Terrorist Organizations' http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,298590,00.html Iran urges world powers to wait for IAEA report http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/September/middleeast_September380.xml§ion=middleeast&col= (Iran) Ahmadinejad: US putting him in same boat as bin Laden http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/September/middleeast_September381.xml§ion=middleeast&col= Iran Wins 2-Month Reprieve From New U.N. Sanctions Over Nuclear Program http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,298492,00.html (Syria) Radical Syrian cleric 'shot dead' -- update on Friday story -- recruited foreign militants to Iraq -- Sheikh Mahmoud Abu al-Qaqaa aka Mahmoud Qul Aghassi http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/middle_east/7019253.stm http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1189411505775&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Syria) Fatah al-Islam's God Father Assassinated in Syria http://www.naharnet.com/domino/tn/NewsDesk.nsf/getstory?openform&3F13BBE6DDC2FE86C2257365002D0146 Hamas Struggles to Beat Boycott Squeeze http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/H/HAMAS_MONEY?SITE=AP&SECTION=HOME&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT&CTIME=2007-09-29-10-26-45 (Canada) Millions in terrorist assets flowing free http://www.canada.com/vancouversun/news/story.html?id=4ec49387-fb14-457c-ad1a-c85ecaea5915 (UK) BBC's Newsround fed youngsters Al Qaeda propaganda, claims ex-spy http://www.thisislondon.co.uk/news/article-23414300-details/BBC%27s+Newsround++fed+youngsters+Al+Qaeda+propaganda%2C+claims+ex-spy+chief/article.do?ito=newsnow& (Sri Lanka) 12 tourists wounded in first-ever bomb blast in the Maldives http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/29/asia/AS-GEN-Maldives-Explosion.php (Sri Lanka) Warplanes hit Tiger territory http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070929/wl_asia_afp/srilankaunrest_070929072543;_ylt=Av0gJGyOxUPh_uAIwmY36nItM8oA North Korea tells US to drop 'hostile policy' in nuke talks http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070929/wl_afp/nkoreanuclearweaponstalks_070929072157;_ylt=AmZHrYkJ0.9ycn.57OKxbaiCscEA North Korea nuclear talks shift focus to energy aid http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/theworld/2007/September/theworld_September812.xml§ion=theworld Other News: (Turkey) Nation does not see headscarf as political symbol -- Most Turks favor a lifting of the ban on the Muslim headscarf http://www.todayszaman.com/tz-web/detaylar.do?load=detay&link=123460 French teens jailed for riot bus attack http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=25&story_id=44422 (U.S.) Illinois: School district considers banning traditions seen as offensive to Muslims -- Christmas and Halloween party traditions debated, after Jello banned http://www.suntimes.com/news/metro/578734,CST-NWS-oaklawn28.article (U.S. Postal Service) Muslim holiday stamp reissued at new rate http://www.nctimes.com/articles/2007/09/29/business/news/22_58_279_28_07.txt US judge rules against New York City taxi drivers in GPS battle http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/29/america/NA-GEN-US-Taxi-Technology.php (U.S.) Tylenol Tampering Case Unsolved at 25 http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/T/TYLENOL_POISONINGS?SITE=DCTMS&SECTION=HOME&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT September 28, 2007 PM Anti-Terrorism News (U.S.) No verdict yet in terror-financing trial of Muslim charity http://www.ktre.com/Global/story.asp?S=7144096 (U.S.) The Element of Surprise - L.A. Int'l Airport using random placement of security checkpoints http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/21035785/site/newsweek/?from=rss (U.S.) Virginia: Muslim American Society President Omeish Says He's 'Victim of Smear Campaign -- appointee to Virginia commission resigned http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/09/28/AR2007092800789.html -- related IPT videos on Omeish http://www.youtube.com/user/InvestigativeProject (U.S.) $24 Million to Nonprofits at Terror Risk - for homeland security protective measures http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?f=/n/a/2007/09/28/national/w111930D19.DTL (UK) Islamic group accused of al-Qaida link wants to open second school - Tablighi Jamaat to open madrassa for 500 boys http://politics.guardian.co.uk/publicservices/story/0,,2179871,00.html?gusrc=rss&feed=19 (UK) London Internet whiz was vital militant link: FBI - "Irhabi 007" ("Terrorist 007" or Younes Tsouli) the vital link in 3 plots http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070928/wl_canada_nm/canada_security007_col_2 - see CT Blog posts on Tsouli http://counterterrorismblog.org/fastsearch?query=Tsouli - and FBI Director's speech http://www.cfr.org/publication/14323/ (Iraq) US-led forces kill top al-Qaida leader - Abu Usama al-Tunisi "the emir of foreign terrorists," led kidnapping & killings of U.S. soldiers http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070928/ap_on_go_ca_st_pe/us_iraq_al_qaida_6 (Iraq) US Military in Iraq Reports Success Against Terrorists - U.S. military says core leadership of al-Qaida in Iraq crippled http://www.voanews.com/english/2007-09-28-voa62.cfm (Iraq) Exclusive: First Images of Controversial Blackwater Incident - ABC News with photos of Sept. 16 incident http://blogs.abcnews.com/theblotter/2007/09/exclusive-first.html - see State Dept. report http://noquarterusa.net/blog/wp-content/uploads/2007/09/spot-report-on-blackwater.pdf (Syria) Muslim cleric suspected of smuggling fighters to Iraq shot dead in Syria -- Mohammed Gul Aghassi http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1189411505775&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Iran) Key nations agree to delay Iran action - U.S., 5 others delay new U.N. resolution until November http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070928/ap_on_re_us/un_iran_nuclear_13 (Somalia) Tensions rise in northern Somalia http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/28/africa/AF-GEN-Somalia.php India warned of suspicious transactions http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/India_warned_of_suspicious_transactions/articleshow/2412984.cms (India) Woman jailed for terrorist links - 5 years for funding conduit http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Cities/Woman_jailed_for_terrorist_links/rssarticleshow/2413367.cms (North Korea) Japan: Keep North on terror list, Komura urges Rice - Japan wants past abductions of Japanese resolved http://search.japantimes.co.jp/rss/nn20070929a6.html (North Korea) Macau government to cease oversight of bank accused of money laundering for North Korea http://beta.malaysia.news.yahoo.com/ap/20070928/tbs-as-fin-macau-nkorea-money-laundering-e285837.html Other News: (Canada) Sharia-bank bids trigger concerns http://www.theglobeandmail.com/servlet/story/LAC.20070924.RSHARIA24/TPStory/Business Italy: First Islamic bank in Italy to open in 2008 http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Business/?id=1.0.1351258771 September 28, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News (Pakistan) Blast hits Pakistan convoy; 1 dead, 19 wounded -- bombed when passing through Tank http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/September/subcontinent_September1085.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070928/wl_sthasia_afp/pakistanafghanistanunrestblast_070928044343;_ylt=AncibWMcagPXNSUaQJfgkLrzPukA Report: Pakistan, Russia 'vulnerable to nuclear theft' -- nuclear insiders sympathetic to jihadi causes http://www.dawn.com/2007/09/28/top11.htm -- NTI report links http://www.nti.org/e_research/cnwm/overview/cnwm_home.asp (Pakistan) Districts 'dodging' Punjab govt on collecting madrassas' data http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\09\28\story_28-9-2007_pg7_4 (Pakistan) Graffiti praises bombers in Mohmand Agency http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\09\28\story_28-9-2007_pg7_36 (Afghanistan) Red Cross staff seized, Danish soldiers killed in Afghanistan - update -- 18 Talban killed overnight near Pakistan border http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070928/wl_sthasia_afp/afghanistanunrest_070928050622;_ylt=AvUoaBMh0NEoXpuZWPRjtC3OVooA (Afghanistan) New efforts to free Red Cross workers in Afghanistan http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070928/wl_sthasia_afp/afghanistanunrestkidnapicrc_070928081113;_ylt=Aq65RUZ6o.tsEozZIblVnfHOVooA Afghan security forces may be unable to hold captured ground: US general http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070928/wl_uk_afp/afghanistanmilitarynatousbritain_070928085355;_ylt=AjaOuh8rBmq4WTYrMg6O8Q7OVooA (Iraq) Arrest of nine wanted, nine suspects during security raids in Kirkuk http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1023621 (Iraq) 3 Baghdad airport employees detained as terror suspects http://www.hindu.com/thehindu/holnus/000200709280940.htm (Iraq) Italy arrests Iraqi over planned attack in Iraq http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070928/wl_nm/italy_iraq_arrest_dc_1;_ylt=ArwkxbYnAO76LHDEc2AcU1xX6GMA Iraq: Muslim Ulema slam decision by US senate to divide Iraq http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Politics/?id=1.0.1360832914 (Iraq) US air raid kills women and children: Iraqi officials http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/focusoniraq/2007/September/focusoniraq_September196.xml§ion=focusoniraq (Iraq) U.S. investigates deaths of 9 Iraqi civilians http://www.iht.com/articles/2007/09/27/america/iraq.php Turkey, Iraq sign deal to combat Kurdish rebels http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070928/ts_afp/turkeyiraqkurdsunrestdiplomacysign_070928101940;_ylt=AooMtvRypdC5Y95epcf6z7lX6GMA Iraq-Turkey: 'Hot pursuit' issue unresolved in security deal http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1359698117 Turkish forces kill four Kurdish rebels http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1023706 US details wiretap delays in Iraq kidnap case http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/focusoniraq/2007/September/focusoniraq_September195.xml§ion=focusoniraq (Russia) U.S. Embassy in Moscow informed about terrorist threat - embassy http://www.interfax.ru/e/B/politics/28.html?id_issue=11866543 (Guantanamo Bay) U.S. to Allow Key Detainees to Request Lawyers -- 14 Terrorism Suspects Given Legal Forms at Guantanamo http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/09/27/AR2007092702458.html?hpid=topnews (U.S.) California man found guilty in eco-terrorist plot http://www.ocregister.com/news/mcdavid-fbi-sacramento-1853631-guilty-attorney (U.S.) Alabama city reopens fallout shelters - Huntsville wary of nuclear terrorism http://abcnews.go.com/US/wireStory?id=3660316 http://www.pjstar.com/stories/092807/NAT_BEG1I3M5.049.php Commentary: Al Qaeda on the ropes? by Arnaud de Borchgrave http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20070928/COMMENTARY/109280001 (Indian Kashmir) Two guerrillas of Pakistan-based Hizbul Mujahideen arrested in Kashmir http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1023734 (Iran) Official: Iran Ordered Terrorist Bombing in the Americas - former Argentine intelligence official http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,298300,00.html (Iran) FOX News Poll: U.S. Should Take Tougher Line With Iran http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,298309,00.html -- PDF file of poll results http://www.foxnews.com/projects/pdf/092707_Iran_release_web.pdf Iran denies building new nuclear site http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1189411498550&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Iran) US to Iran: Case not closed on nukes http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?c=JPArticle&cid=1189411500975&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Iran) Influential promoter of Islamic revolution - Hossein Shariatmadari http://www.ft.com/cms/s/0/77662b28-6d60-11dc-ab19-0000779fd2ac.html (Iran) Commentary: Will the 12th Imam cause war with Iran? http://www.telegraph.co.uk/opinion/main.jhtml;jsessionid=BZ43B440BTK1VQFIQMGSFFWAVCBQWIV0?xml=/opinion/2007/09/28/do2804.xml (Israel) IDF troops find two bombs in Palestinian car near Ramallah http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1189411502077&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Gaza) Israeli invasion of Gaza Strip 'not imminent' http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/September/middleeast_September369.xml§ion=middleeast&col= Gaza toll rises to 13 after militant dies http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/September/middleeast_September371.xml§ion=middleeast&col= (Gaza) Hamas: '200 female suicide bombers await the Merkava' Israeli tanks http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1189411503332&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Gaza) Hamas: 50,000 gunmen ready to defend Gaza http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/September/middleeast_September373.xml§ion=middleeast&col= (Gaza) Army of Islam gunmen march in funeral http://www.adn.com/24hour/world/story/3708278p-13138793c.html Report: Hamas' new "peace gesture" - offered to hand over the control of border crossings in Gaza to Egyptian security forces http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Politics/?id=1.0.1360058166 Lebanon army: Israeli warplanes breach Lebanese airspace http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1023726 (Syria) Israel Sends Warplanes to Investigate Syrian Air Activity http://www.naharnet.com/domino/tn/NewsDesk.nsf/getstory?openform&3A011E7A97BFF4C6C2257364002E6688 (Syria) Report: Defecting Iranian official gave info before alleged Syrian foray -- attack by Israeli jets on alleged nuclear site http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1189411503525&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Saudi asks Israel to halt work on security barrier http://www.iht.com/articles/2007/09/27/style/diplo.php (Kenya) U.S. Embassy says Islamic extremists may be planning to kidnap travelers to Kenya http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/28/africa/AF-GEN-Kenya-US-Kidnapping-Warning.php (Somalia) Four Somali soldiers killed in Mogadishu attack http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070928/wl_afp/somaliaunrest_070928102620;_ylt=Aqxke7CVthpVJpKs4vwt1K2QLIUD (Somalia) Two Somalis killed in Mogadishu violence http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070927/wl_afp/somaliaunrest_070927203415;_ylt=AhXiI6k5zfouXE7QRN7Uy0KQLIUD (Nigeria) Gunmen in Nigeria kill oil worker http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070927/ap_on_re_af/nigeria_oil_unrest_1;_ylt=AkDwGbp8la7_C7OG19d9oHqwv7kA Nigeria: Militants Kill One, Abduct Four in Port-Harcourt http://allafrica.com/stories/200709280476.html (Sudan) Attacks on aid groups rising in Darfur http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070927/ap_on_re_af/darfur_threatened_aid_1;_ylt=AvbTEGdWavIkITxlYLKvSC0ShIMA (Canada/Spain) Left-Wing Spanish Terror suspect lived in B.C. as 'Lolo' the singer http://www.canada.com/nationalpost/news/story.html?id=4d535d1f-f47c-49b6-a3a4-3e8729a7a4fd (Canada/Spain) Accused ETA terrorist Victor Bilbao wants extradition hearing http://www.canada.com/nationalpost/news/story.html?id=3ec426e2-d48a-48a8-abef-2bd6fefbc9f2&k=39231 (Germany) "Cyber Jihadist" Trial Opens New Front in Anti-Terror Fight http://www.dw-world.de/dw/article/0,2144,2800263,00.html (UK) Letter Bomber Jailed For Five Years http://news.sky.com/skynews/article/0,,30100-1286181,00.html (UK) Bomber: My friend the Al-Qaeda chief http://www.mirror.co.uk/news/topstories/2007/09/28/my-friend-the-al-qaeda-chief-89520-19861064/ (Spain) Secret Bush-Aznar Memo Sparks Controversy http://pajamasmedia.com/2007/09/bush_aznar_memo.php http://www.elpais.com/articulo/espana/Llego/momento/deshacerse/Sadam/elpepunac/20070926elpepinac_1/Tes (Thailand) Bomb wounds pregnant teacher, 6 others -- in Pattani province http://www.bangkokpost.com/breaking_news/breakingnews.php?id=122112 (Thailand) Insurgents murder three soldiers -- in Pattani -- army spokesman: "the insurgents can still get away with these attacks because they are supported by the people in the area" http://www.bangkokpost.com/topstories/topstories.php?id=122124 (Philippines) Talks at risk as MILF, Manila clash http://www.gulf-times.com/site/topics/article.asp?cu_no=2&item_no=175258&version=1&template_id=45&parent_id=25 (Philippines) "Top US lawyer" Ramsey Clark on Manila 'al-Qaeda' blacklist http://www.news.com.au/couriermail/story/0,23739,22498684-5012761,00.html (Sri Lanka) '70 Tamil Tigers killed' as violence escalates http://www.guardian.co.uk/international/story/0,,2179459,00.html?gusrc=rss&feed=12 Sri Lanka sinks three boats, kills a dozen rebels http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070928/wl_sthasia_afp/srilankaunrest_070928053224;_ylt=AvS0QITDk8PAVGI1YZGshastM8oA (Japan) Security tightened on Tokyo subway after threat of terrorist attack -- extortionist calls with threat that "a terrorist group including Pakistanis was hiding in central Tokyo and planned to conduct suicide attacks on the subways" http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/28/asia/AS-GEN-Japan-Terrorism.php Japanese PM vows to keep Japan's anti-terror naval mission alive http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/28/asia/AS-GEN-Japan-Politics.php North Korea edging closer towards giving up nukes: US envoy http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070928/wl_asia_afp/nkoreanuclearweaponstalks_070928131942;_ylt=Ak0Bvl_1YuaWRYjptxzRYv6CscEA Colombian woman hijacks small plane to desert FARC rebels http://www.newspress.com/Top/Article/article.jsp?Section=WORLD&ID=565094022839140537 Russian Neo-Nazis follow tactics of Al-Qaeda http://www.haaretz.com/hasen/pages/ShArt.jhtml?itemNo=907993&contrassID=2&subContrassID=4&sbSubContrassID=0&listSrc=Y Other News: Iran: Mother sentenced to death by stoning http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1360427471 Pakistani Taliban force burqa on Christian women's school http://www.compassdirect.org/en/display.php?page=lead&lang=en&length=long&idelement=&backpage=&critere=&countryname=&rowcur= (West Bank) New Piety Squad Patrols Ramallah http://abcnews.go.com/International/wireStory?id=3661243 Vatican urges Muslims to work for peace, reject violence and teach young to respect others http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/28/europe/EU-REL-Vatican-Muslims.php (UK) Two million more migrants expected in UK in just a decade http://www.dailymail.co.uk/pages/live/articles/news/news.html?in_article_id=484265&in_page_id=1770 Netherlands: Abuse of family reunification laws http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/09/netherlands-abuse-of-family.html September 27, 2007 PM Anti-Terrorism News (Iraq) Al-Qaeda suicide bomb fears spark pleas for a British return to Basra http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/iraq/article2547682.ece (Iraq) More Schisms Among Jihadists and Muslim Brothers in Iraq http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/09/more_schisms_among_jihadists_a.php (Iraq) U.S. 'Classified' Iraq Corruption Report Posted Online - "Iraq is not capable of even rudimentary enforcement of anti-corruption laws" http://blogs.abcnews.com/theblotter/2007/09/classified-iraq.html (Iraq) Sunnis may stop work with U.S. in Diyala http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070927/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq_fighting_for_jobs_2 (Iraq) US insists Iraq violence not on uptick during Ramadan http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070927/wl_mideast_afp/iraqunrestqaeda_070927135105 (Iraq) Roots of Iraq weapon probes date to 2004 http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070927/ap_on_go_ca_st_pe/weapons_probe_4 (Afghanistan) Australian Diggers in marathon Taliban battle - 4-hour attack by 50 taliban http://www.theaustralian.news.com.au/story/0,25197,22492129-601,00.html?from=mostpop (U.S.) South Carolina Pipe Bomb Plot: Authorities: How-to explosives video made by man arrested in SC http://www.dailycomet.com/article/20070927/APN/709270858 (U.S.) South Carolina Pipe Bomb Plot: Documents point to S.C. terror plot http://www.charlotte.com/112/story/295179.html (U.S.) Feds: Student made bombing how-to video http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070928/ap_on_re_us/explosives_arrest_1;_ylt=AsPCV7NgBALkycSPTu2Gk64Tv5UB (U.S./Canada) Report: Security on U.S.-Canada border fails terror test - Terrorists can smuggle radioactive material from Canada to U.S. http://www.cnn.com/2007/US/09/27/border.security/index.html - Read report http://www.gao.gov/new.items/d07884t.pdf (U.S.) Cyber-Attacks by Al Qaeda Feared http://www.first.org/newsroom/globalsecurity/154599.html (U.S.) Virginia: IPT Video Sinks Muslim Brotherhood Appointment in Virginia http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/09/ipt_video_sinks_muslim_brother.php (U.S.) Va. appointee resigns after videos http://www.investigativeproject.org/article/493 IPT Video: Esam Omeish at Jerusalem Day Rally http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lajn3zOoWt4 IPT Video: Esam Omeish in front of the Israeli Embassy http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sb8jKzrvT6I http://www.youtube.com/InvestigativeProject (U.S.) N.Y. governor, mayor feud over driver's licenses for aliens http://www.amny.com/news/local/wire/politics/ny-bc-ny--licensespat0927sep27,0,2496313.story?track=rss (U.S.) Teenager found guilty of helping to plan Columbine-style attack http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/articles/2007/09/27/teenager_found_guilty_of_helping_to_plan_columbine_style_attack/ (U.S.) In a 9/11 Survival Tale, the Pieces Just Don’t Fit - Tania Head's story not verifiable http://www.nytimes.com/2007/09/27/nyregion/27survivor.html?_r=1&oref=slogin (Indian Kashmir) Army rescues six teenager recruited for LeT terrorist group http://www.thehindu.com/2007/09/28/stories/2007092850140100.htm Iran Rejects Argentine Accusation Over Bombing Probe http://www.bloomberg.com/apps/news?pid=20601086&sid=aeZ7ja7buv3k Algeria: 8 killed in clashes http://www.miamiherald.com/news/world/AP/story/252626.html (Germany) Official Links German Terror Plot to Syrian Arms, Pakistani Operatives -- follow-up to September 26 report on this story http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/09/25/AR2007092502402.html http://news.scotsman.com/international.cfm?id=1537672007 (Sri Lanka) 24 Tigers killed in intense fighting http://www.hindu.com/2007/09/28/stories/2007092856581800.htm September 27, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News (Iraq) Police officer killed, three others injured in blast in Kirkuk http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1023534 (Iraq) Five killed, eight injured in Basra blast http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1023480 (Iraq) Car bombs hit Basra, Baghdad as more violence shakes Iraq http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/25/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq.php (Iraq) US military blames Al-Qaeda for Iraqi bombings http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070927/wl_mideast_afp/iraqunrestqaeda_070927092655;_ylt=A0WTcUQwnPtGrecALAtX6GMA (Afghanistan) Taliban kidnap two International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) staff in Afghanistan http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/September/subcontinent_September1056.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (Afghanistan) Two NATO soldiers killed in Afghanistan http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/September/subcontinent_September1048.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (Afghanistan) Interior Ministry: Taliban spokesman Qari Yousef Ahmadi arrested in southern Afghanistan http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1189411497018&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Afghanistan) Taliban spokesman denies his capture by Afghan police http://www.newkerala.com/oct.php?action=fullnews&id=6039 http://www.earthtimes.org/articles/show/114921.html (Afghanistan) Tougher Taliban in western Uruzgan http://www.radionetherlands.nl/currentaffairs/afg070926mc (Afghanistan) Reuters: U.S. troops open fire on Afghan civilians: witness -- after failed suicide car bomb attack http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070927/wl_nm/afghan_violence_dc_3;_ylt=AoDuVSNJZQeHxa21cG4vq3HOVooA (Al Qaeda) Report: Bin Laden may have just escaped U.S. forces -- August mission in Tora Bora almost snared 'high value target' http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/21000298/ New Al-Qaida Transcripts, Terrorism Legal Documents Now Available http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/09/new_alqaida_transcripts_terror.php (Pakistan) Resurgent al-Qaida plotting attacks on west from tribal sanctuary, officials fear http://www.guardian.co.uk/alqaida/story/0,,2177799,00.html -- slideshow: Waziristan's impossible border http://www.guardian.co.uk/slideshow/page/0,,2021829,00.html (Pakistan) Mullah's men release 2 kidnapped police http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\09\27\story_27-9-2007_pg7_3 (Pakistan) Plant in Musakhail comes under rocket attack http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\09\27\story_27-9-2007_pg7_28 (Pakistan) NGOs threaten to halt operations across the country - due to threats from Islamist extremists http://www.satp.org/satporgtp/detailed_news.asp?date1=9/27/2007#15 (Pakistan) Christians receive threatening letters from banned outfits in Punjab and NWFP http://www.satp.org/satporgtp/detailed_news.asp?date1=9/27/2007#11 (Pakistan) Govt rejects Benazir's statement on Dr Khan http://www.dawn.com/2007/09/27/top6.htm (Pakistan) US provides $20.4 mln for Pakistani law enforcement http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1023494 (Pakistan) Tight security for Pakistan presidential nominations - Islamabad under lockdown http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/World/Pakistan/Tight_security_for_Pakistan_presidential_nominations/articleshow/2406945.cms (Indian Kashmir) Hizbul Mujahideen guerrilla surrenders http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1023512 (Indian Kashmir) Kashmir fighting leaves 12 dead http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\09\27\story_27-9-2007_pg7_20 (Indian Kashmir) Seven terrorists killed in Jammu and Kashmir http://www.satp.org/satporgtp/detailed_news.asp?date1=9/27/2007#2 (India) Two held with crude bombs -- outside the Andheri railway station -- ingredients similar to 2006 Malegaon blasts http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Cities/Two_held_with_crude_bombs/articleshow/2406232.cms (India) Four Maoists killed in Andhra encounter http://news.webindia123.com/news/Articles/India/20070927/778180.html (India) Two Maoists killed in Chhattisgarh http://news.webindia123.com/news/Articles/India/20070927/777283.html (U.S.) Judge rules part of Patriot Act unconstitutional http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/20999950/ (U.S.) Washington Post: Patriot Act Provisions Voided http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/09/26/AR2007092602084.html US report says threat of terrorists stealing nukes still high http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Top_Headlines/US_report_says_threat_of_terrorists_stealing_nukes_still_high/articleshow/2406941.cms U.S. study urges firmer guard against atom terrorism http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070926/us_nm/nuclear_terrorism_dc Report: Nuclear terror threat real http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070926/ap_on_go_ot/nuclear_threats -- NTI report links http://www.nti.org/e_research/cnwm/overview/cnwm_home.asp (U.S.) JFK Terror Plot: Trinidad judge orders extradition hearing for JFK terror plot suspects http://www.signonsandiego.com/news/world/20070926-1423-trinidad-us-terrorplot.html (U.S.) South Carolina Pipe Bomb Plot: Experts Say Explosives In Car Trunk Were Unlikely To Harm Naval Station http://news.tbo.com/news/metro/MGBI56ZB17F.html Iran shelling targets deeper inside northern Iraq: mayor http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070927/wl_mideast_afp/iraqunrestkurdsiran_070927092137 (Iran) US Senate brands Iran Guard "terrorist organization" -- after similar bill passes House http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/September/middleeast_September361.xml§ion=middleeast&col= Iranian Daily: 'The Intelligence That the West Currently Has on Iran's Nuclear Program is Limited to the Sites Accessible to IAEA Inspectors – And More Than That They Do Not Know' http://memri.org/bin/latestnews.cgi?ID=SD172707 (Iran) New talks on possible sanctions on Iran http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/September/middleeast_September357.xml§ion=middleeast&col= (Iran) France does not believe Iran peaceful nuclear claims: presidency http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070927/wl_mideast_afp/franceirannuclearpolitics_070927120236;_ylt=Ajjw0mboXdNIH54Uxs.T8w9Sw60A (Iran) Saudis worried Iran nuke issue headed to "confrontation" http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/September/middleeast_September360.xml§ion=middleeast&col= Iran strengthens ties with South America's leftist regimes http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1189411496768&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Iran's Media edit out Ahmedinijad's criticism http://www2.irna.ir/en/news/view/line-24/0709252616013529.htm (Egypt) Bin Laden Ramadan lanterns show record sales in Egypt http://en.rian.ru/world/20070927/81323521.html Bolton: 'Israel struck nuclear or missile site' http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1189411494860&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Palestinian Islamic Jihad shells Israeli military base http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1844359&Language=en (Gaza) Palestinian brigades attacks Israeli military posts http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1023421 (Gaza) Israeli troops pull back in Gaza as Hamas vows revenge http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070927/wl_nm/palestinians_israel_gaza_dc (Gaza) 11 Palestinians reported dead as Gaza violence intensifies http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1189411493932&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Canada/Spain) Canadian 'R&R' for an ETA cell http://www.canada.com/nationalpost/news/story.html?id=1bf098f3-aff0-4248-b3f7-5bbc59b91091 (Canada) Air India probe to encompass terrorism funding http://www.cbc.ca/canada/story/2007/09/27/airindia-funding.html (Italy) Expelled Ex-Imam's Website Mentions Imminent Terror Attacks in Italy - Paper http://www.redorbit.com/news/technology/1080553/expelled_eximams_website_mentions_imminent_terror_attacks_in_italy_/index.html?source=r_technology -- related AKI Sept 26 news story on imam Qader Fadlalla Mamour http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1350557008 (Turkey) Imprisonment for pro-PKK municipality staff http://www.todayszaman.com/tz-web/detaylar.do?load=detay&link=123248 German police prevent bomb attack on small town apple fair -- potential Nazi link http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=26&story_id=44306 (UK) Teenager had bomb-making manual - Abdul Patel teenage son of a veteran of the Afghan jihad -- update on Wednesday story http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/uk/crime/article2540111.ece (UK) Mistakes made over 7/7 reaction -- minister http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1023446 (UK) Man arrested over school nail bomb http://ukpress.google.com/article/ALeqM5inSy114H1yHu7FLZU_Y3Nvneq55g (Philippines) MILF aided Abu Sayyaf: military http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/storypage.aspx?StoryId=94147 Sri Lanka says kills 11 rebels in latest battles http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/September/subcontinent_September1052.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (North Korea) U.S. hopeful as North Korea talks open in China http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070927/wl_nm/korea_north_dc_4;_ylt=AjeKfOFy8DdcGjq9BExfT3OCscEA (North Korea) Concentration camps hold a million people? Nearly 40 'detention' centers reported in North Korea http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=57853 (China) From China, With Love: Cyberwar the Next Big Threat to the U.S.? http://blogs.abcnews.com/theblotter/2007/09/from-china-with.html (Columbia) US open to 'concrete proposals' from Colombian rebels http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070926/pl_afp/colombiahostagesrebelsus_070926234348;_ylt=Anx5IKAv4FmEchDeg2KJ3Qmwv7kA (Columbia) Cordoba: FARC confirms meeting with Chavez http://english.eluniversal.com/2007/09/26/en_pol_art_cordoba:-farc-confir_26A1070879.shtml Commentary: Another Round of Reform for the FBI-Will it Make a Difference? http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/09/another_round_of_reform_for_th.php Other News: (U.S.) Oh, Rosie! Terrorists invite her to Mideast -- 'We would welcome her to stay among us and know the truth' http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=57860 (U.S. / UAE) DIFC and The Wall Street Journal launch Islamic and Ethical Finance Conference http://www.ameinfo.com/133277.html September 26, 2007 PM Anti-Terrorism News (U.S.) Holy Land deliberations start over after juror dismissed http://www.dallasnews.com/sharedcontent/dws/news/localnews/stories/092707dnmetholyland.111a29099.html (U.S.) Lawyer Sentenced for Terror Support to Teach at N.Y. University Conference - Lynne Stewart, convicted for material support, to speak at ethics conference http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,298141,00.html (Germany) Iraqi jailed for aiding militants - Burhan Baraznjy raised money for Ansar al-Islam http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/europe/7015026.stm Iraq leader says flow of arms must stop - Al-Maliki: Weapons, suicide bombers, terrorism funding would result in "disastrous consequences" http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070926/ap_on_re_us/un_general_assembly;_ylt=Au1Ng9f3NGARL56W6ipEjCus0NUE (Iraq) U.S.: Bombs by al-Qaida militants kill 57 in Iraq (updated) http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/20990988/ (Iraq) US-Iraqi forces arrest officers in military academy http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1023093 Philippine army suspects rebels broke ceasefire - Two soldiers, at least 10 rebels killed - Moro ILF suspected http://www.deepikaglobal.com/ENG4_sub.asp?ccode=ENG4&newscode=3791 Israeli strikes kill 8 in Gaza, wound 25 http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070926/ap_on_re_mi_ea/israel_palestinians;_ylt=AkFDs9ZkTx1jYTQ6S1yZrwus0NUE Other News: (U.S.) Cleveland: New Cleric's Easily Found Anti-Semitic Sermon; More Troubling Info Found http://blog.cleveland.com/wideopen/2007/09/meet_the_new_imam_same_as_the.html http://www.investigativeproject.org/article/488 (U.S.) Leader of Muslim Brotherhood Front Group Appointed to Virginia Commission on Immigration http://littlegreenfootballs.com/weblog/?entry=27241_Outrage_of_the_Week-_Leader_of_Muslim_Brotherhood_Front_Group_Appointed_to_Virginia_Commission_on_Immigration&only http://www.nvdaily.com/Newstories/289918908795450.bsp September 26, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News (Afghanistan) Over 165 insurgents killed in Afghanistan -- battles in Musa Qala in northern Helmand province and in Uruzgan province http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070926/ap_on_re_as/afghanistan_6;_ylt=Ar42Kql3rtBfytAcIU5wONrOVooA Afghanistan: Gains threatened by drugs and terrorism, Karzai says http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1350007609 (Iraq) Series of bombs kill 15 in north Iraq -- in Mosul, Shirquat http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070926/ts_nm/iraq_dc_13;_ylt=Angs8ddXsmTV2mZ.luudw_VX6GMA (Iraq) 5 killed as bomber smashes car into Iraq sheikh's house - in Sinjar http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070926/wl_mideast_afp/iraqunrestsinjar_070926110007;_ylt=AkC2CX2pZ9KdSCLgJ0ybRgpX6GMA (Iraq) US soldier killed in bomb explosion in Diyala province http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1023092 (Iraq) US-Iraqi forces arrest officers in military academy http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1023093 (Iraq) Al Qaeda in Iraq Claims Responsibility for Suicide Bombing at Reconciliation Meeting http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,298037,00.html (Pakistan) Militants kill two 'US spies' in Pakistan http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070926/pl_afp/pakistanafghanistanunrestspy_070926071634;_ylt=AmxtZCxj.Y5xDUn3tzOQkW7OVooA (Pakistan) Five soldiers injured in Waziristan attack http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\09\26\story_26-9-2007_pg7_30 Pakistan against IAEA quizzing A.Q. Khan http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070926/ap_on_re_as/pakistan_nuclear_scientist_1;_ylt=Asns3jVZIVOgOXC3jn8pO0eCscEA Pakistan: Bhutto to give UN atomic watchdog access to A.Q. Khan http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Politics/?id=1.0.1350443654 (Indian Kashmir) Four militants, soldier killed in Jammu and Kashmir's Rajouri and Doda districts - including two top commanders of the Hizbul Mujahideen http://news.webindia123.com/news/Articles/India/india_1.html (Indian Kashmir) Two Lashkar guerrillas gunned down in Kashmir - Yamrach village http://news.webindia123.com/news/Articles/India/20070926/776165.html (Indian Kashmir) Infiltrator killed while crossing LoC - foiled an infiltration bid by terrorists in Machi sector http://news.webindia123.com/news/Articles/India/20070926/776519.html (India) Six live bombs found in Mumbai http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/As_Mumbai_parties_cops_find_six_live_bombs_/articleshow/2404728.cms (India) '500 Jamat-e-Islami (JI) workers arrested across Punjab' http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\09\26\story_26-9-2007_pg7_15 (U.S.) Dispute Stymies Guantanamo Terror Trials http://online.wsj.com/article/SB119076761746939436.html?mod=googlenews_wsj (U.S.) Canadian Khadr's lawyers plan to block trial - appeal U.S. military court's ruling http://www.canada.com/ottawacitizen/story.html?id=979eeff2-a94c-4d5f-8190-0b9819b469ee&k=72897 (U.S.) FBI Reorganizes Effort to Uncover Terror Groups' Global Ties http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/09/25/AR2007092502291.html?sub=AR (U.S.) Anti-al Qaeda base envisioned http://www.washingtontimes.com/article/20070926/FOREIGN/109260030/1003 Algeria: 'Alms could be funding al-Qaeda' claims US http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Religion/?id=1.0.1350556779 (Senegal) Terrorism: Senegalese imam slams Italian news outlets http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1350557008 (Iran) France says nuclear weapons in Iran's hands 'unacceptable' http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=25&story_id=44287 (Iran) Ahmadinejad flays US, West in UN attack http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticle.asp?xfile=data/theworld/2007/September/theworld_September733.xml§ion=theworld (Iran) Mahmoud Ahmadinejad: 'Nuclear Issue of Iran Is Now Closed' -- Tehran will disregard U.N. Security Council resolutions http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,297935,00.html (Iran) Terrorist: Columbia invite big boost for Iran 'power' http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=57834 Iran border closure costs Kurdish region million dollars a day http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/focusoniraq/2007/September/focusoniraq_September179.xml§ion=focusoniraq (Lebanon) Hezbollah militant escapes attempt on his life http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070926/wl_mideast_afp/lebanonunresthezbollah (Israel) Four Kassam rockets fired into western Negev; none wounded http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1189411491364&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Israel) Two rockets fired into Sderot; none wounded http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1189411493543&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Israel) Terrorist Attacks in Jenin, Shechem, Gaza http://www.israelnationalnews.com/News/Flash.aspx/133833 (Gaza) IAF strikes Kassam launcher in Gaza http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1189411491486&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Hamas calls on Arab states to skip US peace meet http://www.middle-east-online.com/english/?id=22362 (Turkey) Bomb explodes in front of Turkish Police housing http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1023182 (Turkey) Terrorist attacks kill two soldiers - in the eastern provinces of Tunceli and Sirnak http://www.todayszaman.com/tz-web/detaylar.do?load=detay&link=123162 'Turkey and Iraq have agreed to sign counterterrorism agreement' http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1189411493358&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Germans reveal bomb details -- fuses intended for use in a suspected plot to bomb US installations in Germany came from Syria through Turkey http://news.scotsman.com/international.cfm?id=1537672007 (UK) Muslim faces jail over terror book -- Abdul Patel was said by the prosecution to be "ready, willing and able" to help terrorists bombers http://www.thenorthernecho.co.uk/news/national_news/index.var.132454.0.muslim_faces_jail_over_terror_book.php? (UK) Terror detention 'to be extended' http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/uk_politics/7013378.stm (UK) Moves to increase time limit for questioning terrorism suspects http://thescotsman.scotsman.com/uk.cfm?id=1538632007 (Canada) Terror trial likely to see abuse motion http://www.canada.com/nationalpost/news/story.html?id=0aa045ef-4f8a-4bcb-b02a-37bdfe1d519d&k=68735 (Philippines) Two Philippine soldiers dead in assault on Muslim extremists http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070926/wl_asia_afp/philippinesattacksunrestmuslimmilitary_070926030456;_ylt=AuO5lgTiGZSwy9_aQEKoe.9UKYUA Sri Lanka violence leaves 16 more dead - Tuesday update http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070925/wl_sthasia_afp/srilankaunresttoll_070925152631;_ylt=As4DGsUAPCxuYHqcy4D.rhwtM8oA (North Korea) US hopes NKorea will disable nukes by year-end http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070926/wl_afp/nkoreanuclearweaponstalksjapanus_070926071416;_ylt=AkpewJ7JCpXoHV.7xms6qbuCscEA (North Korea) US bill would force conditions before lifting N. Korea from terror list http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1189411489683&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Columbia) US can help in Colombia hostage crisis: Chavez http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070926/pl_afp/colombiahostagesrebelsvenezuelaus_070926061055;_ylt=Ak1ZUTnxBBV82cPkx.blNdCwv7kA Other News: (U.S.) CAIR's Friends in the Media - by Steven Emerson http://www.investigativeproject.org/article/487 (U.S.) LA Times: Knowledge lacking of Islam, Mormonism http://www.latimes.com/news/nationworld/nation/la-na-religion26sep26,1,7891109.story?coll=la-headlines-nation&ctrack=1&cset=true Egypt jails two Christian activists for "defaming Islam" http://news.monstersandcritics.com/middleeast/news/article_1359896.php/Egypt_jails_two_Christian_activists_for_%26quotdefaming_Islam%26quot Canadian professor: "Let's not write off sharia banking" http://www.theglobeandmail.com/servlet/story/RTGAM.20070925.wcomment0926/BNStory/National/home?cid=al_gam_mostemail Netherlands: Interest in Muslim loans unclear http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/09/netherlands-interest-in-muslim-loans.html (Netherlands) Airports help Moroccan youth -- to become airport workers http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=1&story_id=44267 Norway: Muslims feel watched http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/09/norway-muslims-feel-watched.html Sweden: 50% support a ban on veils http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/09/sweden-50-support-ban-on-veils.html (Germany) Egyptian convicted of anti-Semitic crime http://www.expatica.com/actual/toc.asp?subchannel_id=26 Commentary: Message to PC police: We have a responsibility to monitor U.S. Mosques -- by Douglas MacKinnon http://www.townhall.com/columnists/DouglasMacKinnon/2007/09/24/message_to_pc_police_we_have_a_responsibility_to_monitor_us_mosques September 25, 2007 PM Anti-Terrorism News (Pakistan) Military brains plot Pakistan's downfall -- report states former Pakistani military are operating out of Waziristan camp http://www.atimes.com/atimes/South_Asia/II26Df02.html (Afghanistan) Suicide attack kills five police http://www.news.com.au/couriermail/story/0,23739,22484461-5003402,00.html (Iran) Mahmoud Ahmadinejad: 'Nuclear Issue of Iran Is Now Closed' -- Tehran will disregard U.N. Security Council resolutions http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,297935,00.html (Iraq) Armed Children in Iraq Featured in New Propaganda Video http://blogs.abcnews.com/theblotter/2007/09/armed-children-.html related video link http://en.sevenload.com/videos/B338lO1/cj Iraq: Leader of 'Hamas of Iraq' and 1920 Brigades dead in mosque attack - Baqouba attack by ISI killed key militant leaders http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1345669885 Iraq: Shiite female militias 'kill Sunni Muslim women' http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1346741069 Serbia: Five more Wahabis 'probed for terrorist activities' http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1346095576 (U.S.) Alleged Iranian 'Front' Represented by Mukasey Law Firm - Attorney General nominee's law firm assisted Alavi Foundation http://blogs.abcnews.com/theblotter/2007/09/alleged-iranian.html (U.S.) With 300,000 names on list, terrorist center always on alert http://edition.cnn.com/2007/POLITICS/09/25/screening.center/?iref=mpstoryview (U.S.) Feds used ruse in terror case - FBI agents tricked man who was later arrested charged for aiding terrorists http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070925/ap_on_re_us/terrorism_arrests_1 (U.S.) Poll: Americans More Negative on Islam http://ap.google.com/article/ALeqM5hTksThQ9olB92Z8Mrw3KrYI6HujA (U.S.) Pessimism About War on Terror Declines http://news.yahoo.com/s/rasmussen/20070925/pl_rasmussen/waronterror20070925 Canada could add Iran's Guard to terror list http://www.canada.com/nationalpost/news/story.html?id=28b6ec78-a41a-483d-986c-13a102bcede4&k=4477 (India) Delhi link in blast at Hyderabad mosque http://in.news.yahoo.com/070925/32/6l72g.html Germany charges man with spying for Syria http://www.ynetnews.com/articles/0,7340,L-3453468,00.html (Europe) 'Al-Qaida training European recruits to attack US' http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/World/The_United_States/Al-Qaida_training_European_recruits_to_attack_US/rssarticleshow/2403257.cms http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070925/ap_on_go_ot/terror_threat;_ylt=AvEMBiCdbN6y3_ZmmNcCaFOs0NUE (Europe) Terrorists could exploit visa program, intelligence chief warns http://www.cnn.com/2007/US/09/25/dni.alqaeda.threat/index.html (Kyrgyzstan) Analyst on "Dirty Bomb" Threat by Islamic Extremists -- Soviet era radioactive materials http://www.eurasianet.org/posts/092507cab.shtml (Philippines) Troops in Basilan attack beheaders - Philippine troops attacked Muslim extremists who beheaded 10 Marines in July http://www.manilatimes.net/national/2007/sept/26/yehey/top_stories/20070926top1.html (Australia) Islamist 'leader' backs a coup - Head of Australian Hizb ut-Tahrir revealed support for coups & revolutions http://www.news.com.au/couriermail/story/0,20797,22484510-952,00.html?from=public_rss (India) Big Guns Under Fire http://www.outlookindia.com/full.asp?fodname=20070925&fname=wasbir&sid=1 (India) Three ULFA militants killed in encounters http://www.deepikaglobal.com/ENG3_sub.asp?ccode=ENG3&newscode=3653 (North Korea) No US decision on NKorea, terror list http://afp.google.com/article/ALeqM5jNdFNJG1nDoOTNk6mRr7BrkRUmiA Other News: Syrians detained on Panama-bound plane http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070925/ap_on_re_la_am_ca/panama_passengers_detained;_ylt=AiimhfE0oL4cSXm0EikOWqVvaA8F (New Jersey) Giant swastika cut into corn field in US http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/09/25/wswastika125.xml September 25, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News Iraq car bombs kill nine -- in Baghdad and Basra -- death toll on yesterday bombing rises to 28 http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070925/wl_mideast_afp/iraqunrest_070925104017;_ylt=AnXPpxmLZ.wWAjZ8YbW1x91X6GMA (Iraq) Gas pipeline explosion, gunmen burn civilian in his car http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1022873 (Iraq) Gunmen kill US soldier in northern Baghdad http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1022786 Iraq's Sadr group on anti-US tour of Arab states http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/focusoniraq/2007/September/focusoniraq_September173.xml§ion=focusoniraq (Afghanistan) NATO soldier, 6 militants killed in latest violence in southern Afghanistan http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/25/asia/AS-GEN-Afghan-Violence.php (Afghanistan) Emboldened Taliban Reflected In More Attacks, Greater Reach - Now staging attacks just outside Kabul http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/09/24/AR2007092401692.html?hpid=moreheadlines (Afghanistan) Taliban must be involved in peace process: UK Defense Minister http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070925/wl_uk_afp/britainpoliticslabourmilitaryafghanistan_070925082538;_ylt=Al.KxM6xOh4DOr9fYNeoewHOVooA (Afghanistan) Kabul working to bring Taliban 'back to the fold' http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\09\25\story_25-9-2007_pg1_6 (Afghanistan) Police commander among 25 killed in Afghan -- on Monday - updated report http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/September/subcontinent_September978.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (Pakistan) Pro-government tribal elder's house blown up in North Waziristan http://www.satp.org/satporgtp/detailed_news.asp?date1=9/25/2007#3 (Indian Kashmir) Two militants and a Special Police Officer killed in Jammu and Kashmir -- top militant of the Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) Abu Israr killed http://www.satp.org/satporgtp/detailed_news.asp?date1=9/25/2007#2 (Indian Kashmir) India-UK military exercise in disputed Kashmir criticized http://www.dawn.com/2007/09/25/top3.htm (India) Four suspected Maoists arrested in Tamil Nadu http://www.satp.org/satporgtp/detailed_news.asp?date1=9/25/2007#6 (India Assam) Arms and explosives recovered from NLFT hideout in Assam http://www.satp.org/satporgtp/detailed_news.asp?date1=9/25/2007#5 (U.S.) Court reinstates terrorism charges -- against Canadian citizen Omar Khadr http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070925/ap_on_go_ca_st_pe/terror_appeal Algeria: Police uncover terrorist cell linked to al-Qaeda http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1345734052 (Algeria) Surge of Terrorism in Algeria Intensifies Debate Over Government's National Reconciliation Policy http://memri.org/bin/latestnews.cgi?ID=IA39207 Iranian General: U.S. Troops in Iraq and Afghanistan Are Within Iran's Firing Range - 200,000 Iranian troops http://www.foxnews.com/story/0%2C2933%2C297837%2C00.html Iran frees fourth US-Iranian -- Ali Shakeri released on bail http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070925/pl_afp/iranusjusticerights_070925074140;_ylt=AnGP.RlTS4DruZYNYl6h_BNSw60A (Iran) Pro-Ahmadinejad Protestor at Columbia http://picasaweb.google.com/gene.ostrovsky/AhmadinejihadInTown/photo#5113934062217930082 (Lebanon) 11 Fatah Islam Members Indicted for Terrorism http://www.naharnet.com/domino/tn/NewsDesk.nsf/getstory?openform&97B85815D94B59D3C2257361003343B3 Lebanon postpones president election after Hizbullah boycott http://www.guardian.co.uk/syria/story/0,,2176732,00.html?gusrc=rss&feed=12 (Israel) Palestinian Islamic Jihad Terrorist Caught Near Jenin http://www.israelnationalnews.com/News/Flash.aspx/133797 Israel arrests Palestinian militant who vowed to disarm -- with Fatah group http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/24/africa/ME-GEN-Israel-Militant.php Israel says Palestinian prisoner release to take place next Monday http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/25/africa/ME-GEN-Israel-Palestinian-Prisoners.php Aid to Palestinian Authority could resume by 2008 http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2007/09/24/aid_to_palestine_could_resume_by_2008/5167/ (Turkey) Policeman killed in bomb attack -- car bomb exploded at a police outpost in eastern Turkey's Tunceli province http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,22482735-23109,00.html (Turkey) Iraqi interior minister in Turkey to discuss PKK threat http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/25/europe/EU-GEN-Turkey-Iraq.php Czechs extradite terror suspect to U.S. - Lebanese man with Swedish citizenship Oussama Kassir - alleged participation in setting up terror training camps in rural Oregon http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2007/09/25/czechs_extradite_terror_suspect_to_us/4503/ French open probe on Algeria attack that injured two French http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/24/europe/EU-GEN-France-Algeria-Attack.php (Spain) Explosion damages Spanish police station - ETA suspected http://www.earthtimes.org/articles/show/113412.html German Anti-Terror Measures Fight for Life as Opposition Grows http://www.dw-world.de/dw/article/0,2144,2794840,00.html UK foreign secretary says al-Qaeda exploiting Israeli-Palestinian conflict http://www.ynetnews.com/articles/0,7340,L-3453446,00.html (Russia) Supreme Court overturns verdict for terrorists - Chechen nationals http://www.itar-tass.com/eng/level2.html?NewsID=11903499&PageNum=0 (Thailand) Buddhist teacher shot and killed in Thailand's troubled Muslim south http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/25/asia/AS-GEN-Thailand-Southern-Violence.php (Philippines) U.S. to expand airport in Philippine militant stronghold http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/25/asia/AS-GEN-Philippines-US.php Sri Lanka says kills, wounds dozens of rebels http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070925/wl_nm/srilanka_violence_dc_3;_ylt=AiYsCslCpYm5FP_VsE1wF_stM8oA (Sri Lanka) Military says it killed 9 rebels in heavy fighting in northern Sri Lanka http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/25/asia/AS-GEN-Sri-Lanka-Civil-War.php North Korea may be dropped from terrorism list, U.S. hints http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070925/ts_nm/korea_north_usa_dc_1;_ylt=AiIz1hXj.p6YpMnb75SrTRuCscEA N.Korea denies Syria nuke link http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2007/09/25/nkorea_denies_syria_nuke_link/5641/ North Korea accuses US of helping Israel develop nuclear weapons http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/25/asia/AS-GEN-NKorea-Israel-Nuclear.php Commentary: Al Qaeda Targets Our Schoolchildren http://www.americanthinker.com/2007/09/al_qaeda_targets_our_schoolchi.html Other News: (Pakistan) 'Spraying Kasuri will earn me paradise' http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\09\25\story_25-9-2007_pg7_13 (Canada) Groups propose Islamic banks http://www.thestar.com/Business/article/260081 (UK) Muslim dentist 'humiliated patient by forcing her to wear Islamic headscarf' http://www.dailymail.co.uk/pages/live/articles/news/news.html?in_article_id=483650&in_page_id=1770&ito=newsnow http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/09/25/ndentist125.xml (UK) Muslim volunteer at hospital suspended -- Usman Ali used to be a member of the now banned Al Muhajiroun group http://www.newsshopper.co.uk/news/topstories/display.var.1712042.0.muslim_volunteer_at_hospital_suspended.php Yemen signs deal to build nuclear power plants to generate electricity http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/24/africa/ME-GEN-Yemen-Nuclear.php September 24, 2007 PM Anti-Terrorism News (Iraq) Bomber kills 26 including police chief in Iraq city -at Sunni-Shiite Reconciliation Meeting in Iraq http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070924/ts_nm/iraq_dc_9;_ylt=AjqlZPAXzhP2YqDyvI5IObhX6GMA (Iraq) Eleven suspected of killing anti-Qaeda Anbar leader seized http://news.monstersandcritics.com/middleeast/news/article_1359116.php/Eleven_suspected_of_killing_anti-Qaeda_Anbar_leader_seized__Roundup_ Afghanistan: 'Pro-Taliban warlords seized Italians for ransom', tribal sources http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1341719725 (U.S.) FBI arrests six more Pakistan-origin suspects on charges of money laundering http://in.news.yahoo.com/070924/139/6l4qe.html (Iran) Ahmadinejad questions 9/11, Holocaust - Columbia Univ. President: "You are either brazenly provocative or astonishingly uneducated" http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070924/ap_on_re_us/iran_us;_ylt=AkZtIw1.0_RLUldckhbpNxKs0NUE (Iran) Commentary: A Time to Remember the Iran-al Qaeda Connection - by Douglas Farah http://www.douglasfarah.com/article/250/a-time-to-remember-the-iran-al-qaeda-connection.com Indonesia rejects remaining two Bali bombers' appeals: report http://www.abc.net.au/news/stories/2007/09/24/2042162.htm (Canada) Case against 14 terror suspects going directly to trial http://www.theglobeandmail.com/servlet/story/RTGAM.20070924.wterrortrial0924/BNStory/National/?page=rss&id=RTGAM.20070924.wterrortrial0924 India cautions against underestimating Al Qaeda resurgence http://www.zeenews.com/znnew/articles.asp?aid=397102&sid=NAT&sname=&news=India%20cautions%20against%20underestimating%20Al%20Qaeda%20resurgence The Bad Guys You Don't Know -- Meet Hizb ut-Tahrir -- by Olivier Guitta http://www.weeklystandard.com/Content/Public/Articles/000/000/014/154nwrvp.asp (U.S.) Intelligence veteran aims to motivate young analysts http://www.govexec.com/dailyfed/0907/092407nj1.htm German plot links seen in Syria, Europe http://africa.reuters.com/world/news/usnFLE474218.html (ETA) A Terrorist 'Second Front' in France? http://www.time.com/time/world/article/0,8599,1664892,00.html?xid=rss-world Other News: (U.S.) Muslim Scouts Political Program Raises Eyebrows http://www.investigativeproject.org/article/484 September 24, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News Al Qaeda tapes grow in number, expertise http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20070924/FOREIGN/109240065/1001 (Iraq) Suicide truck bomb attack in Tal-Afar N. Iraq leaves 6 Iraqis killed, 17 injured http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1022628 http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1189411474186&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Iraq) American forces kill 18 armed insurgents in mop-up operations - targeting Al-Qaeda activists north and south of the Iraqi capital http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1022580 (Iraq) Gunmen kill Iraqi television presenter http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/focusoniraq/2007/September/focusoniraq_September168.xml§ion=focusoniraq (Iraq) Mass grave of 20 students found north of Baghdad - in Diyala http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/focusoniraq/2007/September/focusoniraq_September167.xml§ion=focusoniraq (Iraq) Military is 'baiting' insurgents in Iraq http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/20947008/ (Iraq) 'Chemical Ali' wants trial to be adjourned http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/focusoniraq/2007/September/focusoniraq_September169.xml§ion=focusoniraq (Afghanistan) Taliban attack police convoy in northern Afghanistan, kill 12 http://news.monstersandcritics.com/southasia/news/article_1358991.php/Taliban_attack_police_convoy_in_northern_Afghanistan_kill_12 (Afghanistan) US security firm ambushed in Afghan, 3 dead http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/September/subcontinent_September935.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (Afghanistan) 3 killed in attack on Spanish patrol in Afghanistan http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/September/subcontinent_September941.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= Afghanistan: At least 7 kidnappers killed in raid to free Italians http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1341253730 (Afghanistan) Two Italian soldiers freed after Afghan kidnapping http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070924/wl_asia_afp/afghanistanunrest_070924113741;_ylt=AimtrDsaZSnjvWTqq2fSOhfOVooA (Afghanistan) South Korean Taliban hostages tell of Taliban terrorization http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=57765 Afghan president reaches out to Taliban http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070924/ap_on_re_us/un_afghanistan;_ylt=AlF9y5Vllt6MfNcqUEa9Wsas0NUE (Pakistan) Army contractor, 2 militants killed in Waziristan - food contractor beheaded by pro-Taliban militants http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\09\24\story_24-9-2007_pg7_3 (Pakistan) Govt warned of attacks by female bombers -- Peshawar target http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\09\24\story_24-9-2007_pg7_1 (Pakistan) Taliban threatens tailors in NWFP http://www.satp.org/satporgtp/detailed_news.asp?date1=9/24/2007#10 (Pakistan) Ten killed in clashes between religious groups in Pakistan -- Namdar and Takia Sunni Muslim groups http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/September/subcontinent_September936.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (Pakistan) After terror arrest, glimpses of tribal Pakistan http://www.iht.com/articles/2007/09/24/asia/24terror.php Pakistan to establish uranium conversion, enrichment facility -- to expand program http://www.outlookindia.com/pti_news.asp?id=506035 Iran closes key border crossing with northern Iraq http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070924/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq;_ylt=AlrH.Lfwo0UrMbi_WodGwyOs0NUE http://www.newkerala.com/oct.php?action=fullnews&id=4484 (Iran) U.S.: Iran Smuggling Missiles and Other Advanced Weapons Into Iraq http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,297777,00.html Iran: Government closes news website -- critical of Ahmadinejad http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1341010091 (Iran) Ahmadinejad Arrives in U.S., Denies Nuke Program http://www.myfoxcolorado.com/myfox/pages/News/Detail?contentId=4439193&version=1&locale=EN-US&layoutCode=TSTY&pageId=3.3.1 Iranian Leader: Tehran Has No Need for Nuclear Bomb http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/09/23/AR2007092301283.html?hpid=moreheadlines (Iran) Ahmadinejad in NYC still planning to visit Ground Zero (my title) http://afp.google.com/article/ALeqM5gdj1LB9BCI4N-cjgA-ULLFhkE9PA Iran president banned from laying wreath at Ground Zero http://www.dailymail.co.uk/pages/live/articles/news/worldnews.html?in_article_id=482892&in_page_id=1811 (U.S.) Pakistanis in America concerned over arrest of fellow countrymen by FBI http://www.newkerala.com/oct.php?action=fullnews&id=4462 (U.S.) Homeland deputy resigns http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070924/ap_on_go_ca_st_pe/jackson_2;_ylt=AkFK.BmFcMEmhZCSsLL1_PsTv5UB (Indian Kashmir) Top guerrilla commander gunned down in Kashmir http://news.webindia123.com/news/Articles/India/20070924/774786.html India's cyber-city lives in fear of terror attacks http://afp.google.com/article/ALeqM5jG4RYdrkZ64HePOk3fQaLbiSlpkA (India) Police unearth Maoists' arms dump http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Cities/Police_unearth_Maoists_arms_dump/articleshow/2396229.cms Bangladesh aims to set up a nuclear power plant by 2015 http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/World/Rest_of_World/Bangladesh_aims_to_set_up_a_nuclear_power_plant_by_2015/articleshow/2396534.cms (Somalia) Six killed in Somalia violence http://www.iol.co.za/index.php?set_id=1&click_id=68&art_id=nw20070924130844134C629561 (Somalia) Three Somali government soldiers killed in fierce battle http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070924/wl_nm/somalia_conflict_dc_2;_ylt=AsVp5Rtdl86WBltOuKU4LB6QLIUD Nigerian militant group announces end to cease-fire http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Top_Headlines/Nigerian_militant_group_announces_end_to_cease-fire/articleshow/2396479.cms Nigerian oil rebels threaten attacks after arrest http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070923/wl_nm/nigeria_threat_dc_1;_ylt=AolUw_jINEAPSgld4V5NINPZ9YEA Nigeria: Another Militant Leader Arrested Over Arms Deal http://allafrica.com/stories/200709240325.html Uganda: Citizens Go on Trial for Terror in London http://allafrica.com/stories/200709240014.html Indonesia: Convicted terrorist escapes from Sulawesi penitentiary http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1340935877 (Philippines) Muslim rebel commander killed in clash in southern Philippines http://news.monstersandcritics.com/asiapacific/news/article_1358965.php/Muslim_rebel_commander_killed_in_clash_in_southern_Philippines Israel arrests 20 in West Bank raids http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/September/middleeast_September315.xml§ion=middleeast&col= (Israel) IDF arrests Palestinian terror suspect who was pardoned last month http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1189411468512&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Israel Launches 'Warning' Website after Lessons Learned from Lebanon War http://www.naharnet.com/domino/tn/NewsDesk.nsf/getstory?openform&125615D7D43230A6C225736000359A41 N. Korea: US defended IAF Syria strike http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1189411473833&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Lebanon) Hezbollah to boycott vote http://www.tradearabia.com/news/newsdetails.asp?Sn=LAW&artid=130823 Turkish Islamic preachers jailed for PKK 'propaganda' http://www.earthtimes.org/articles/show/112839.html (France) Terrorist threat high for France http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=25&story_id=44176 (France) Thirteen held in Basque terrorism sweep in France http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1022571 (Corsica) Second rocket attack in ten days in Corsica http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1022582 Sri Lanka battles claim 27 lives: military http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070924/wl_sthasia_afp/srilankaunrest_070924111849;_ylt=AgUdSYFx2X.qM04eVaEiWsctM8oA Sri Lankan troops repulse rebel attack, 21 killed http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/September/subcontinent_September938.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (North Korea) Bush demurs on Korea progress http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20070924/FOREIGN/109240064/1001 Other News (Netherland) Concern about anti-Islam comments http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=1&story_id=44186 Netherlands: Concern about tone of Islam discussion http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/09/netherlands-concern-about-tone-of-islam.html Netherlands: Trouble with Moroccan criminal youth http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/09/netherlands-trouble-with-moroccan.html Oslo: Kids missing from schools http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/09/oslo-kids-missing-from-schools.html September 23, 2007 PM Anti-Terrorism News (Iraq) Al-Qaida accuses Iraqi insurgent group of betraying Islam - Islamic State of Iraq tells 1920 Revolution http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1189411466760&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Pakistan) LeT leader disassociates himself from "Jihad" call in J&K - Hafiz Saeed "categorically denied" calling for jihad http://www.zeenews.com/znnew/articles.asp?aid=396844&sid=SAS&sname=&news=LeT%20leader%20disassociates%20himself%20from%20%60Jihad%60%20call%20in%20J&K Spain, US sign permanent anti-terrorism pact http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Spain_US_sign_permanent_anti-terrorism_pact/articleshow/2395679.cms (Iran) The Whispers of War - Israel's Raid on Syria: Prelude to a Nuke Crisis? - Newsweek: VP Cheney considered asking Israel to attack Iran http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/20920341/site/newsweek/ Terror: Al Qaeda's Feuds and Fears - Newsweek: OBL fed up with silence, releasing tapes http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/20920365/site/newsweek/ September 23, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News Iraq Anbar tribal leader vows to fight Al Qaeda http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/focusoniraq/2007/September/focusoniraq_September159.xml§ion=focusoniraq (Iraq) 1,200 Tarmiyah citizens vow to fight al-Qaeda http://www.blackanthem.com/News/toa/1_200_Tarmiyah_citizens_vow_to_fight_al-Qaeda10275.shtml Iraqi forces detain suspected weapons smuggler in southern Iraq http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1022301 (Iraq) Splinter groups of Al-Qaeda threaten Diali security - security committee http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1022160 (Iraq) Car bomb explodes near Iranian consulate in Basra http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1022180 (Iraq) U.S. Releases 260 Iraqi Detainees -- Action Coincides With Muslim Holy Month of Ramadan http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/09/22/AR2007092201234.html?sub=AR (Iraq) Private U.S. security firm to face criminal charges, Iraqi official says http://www.iht.com/articles/2007/09/22/africa/blackwater.1-138813.php (Afghanistan) Taliban behead two former Afghan policemen http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070923/wl_sthasia_afp/afghanistanunresttalibanbehead (Afghanistan) 2 Italian soldiers missing in Afghanstan http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070923/ap_on_re_as/afghanistan_2;_ylt=AiB5uHip0ZvgU2j9WcrBFZjOVooA (Afghanistan) NATO investigates killing of 4 Afghans http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070923/wl_nm/afghan_violence_dc_2;_ylt=AhM0iAX2euqR2O44aMyfbCLOVooA (Afghanistan) NATO sees hope for Afghan peace talks http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070922/ap_on_re_as/afghan_peace_1;_ylt=Atiq9SNFJ457gW.V5ox5UHbOVooA Pakistan backs off Al Qaeda pursuit -- Political realities force Musharraf to reduce efforts against Al Qaeda, depriving the U.S. of one of its strongest counter-terrorism allies. http://www.latimes.com/news/nationworld/world/la-fg-uspakistan23sep23,1,583300.story?track=rss (Pakistan) Suicide bomber killed -- in Tank - killing himself and wounding three soldiers http://www.dawn.com/2007/09/23/top8.htm (Pakistan) Lal Masjid cleric applies for bail http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\09\23\story_23-9-2007_pg7_14 (Pakistan) Combating jihadism Pakistan's greatest challenge: Stratfor http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\09\23\story_23-9-2007_pg7_2 (India) Police posts set on fire in mob fury -- Jamia Milia Islamia University -- alleged that a police office dropped a Qur'an http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Delhi_mob_torches_police_posts/articleshow/2394270.cms (India) Two killed, vehicles burnt during Maoist strike in India http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/September/subcontinent_September891.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (India) Maoists: Railway tracks blasted, station blown up in Jharkhand http://www.hindustantimes.com/StoryPage/StoryPage.aspx?id=ac4d3f9d-fd32-4eee-ad3e-8209431ffa56&&Headline=Maoists+blow+up+J'khand+Rly+station Bangladesh Islamist groups continue protests against cartoon http://www.earthtimes.org/articles/show/112353.html (U.S.) Holy Land Foundation Trial: Fundraiser awaiting terrorism decision http://www.venturacountystar.com/news/2007/sep/23/fundraiser-awaiting-terrorism-decision/ (Iran) Secret US air force team to perfect plan for Iran strike http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/asia/article2512097.ece Iranian, Chinese weapons seized in Afghanistan - Mines, RPGs seized after Herat battle http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/September/subcontinent_September855.xml§ion=subcontinent Iran confirms shelling Kurdish militants in Iraq http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070923/wl_mideast_afp/iraniraqkurdsunrest_070923081430;_ylt=Aqkp7WpX4JprkrhsAQRYf3ZX6GMA (Iran) Germany opposes 'non-UN' sanctions on Iran - Germany opposes French drive for EU sanctions http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/theworld/2007/September/theworld_September645.xml§ion=theworld&col= (Iran) U.S. Military chief: 'No war' with Iran http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070923/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq_fallon_2;_ylt=Aiiq7bZ1sMAzMUuGMlYmALRX6GMA Iran President Ahmadinejad rips U.S. -- expected to address U.S. on CBS' 60 minutes program Sunday http://abcnews.go.com/International/wireStory?id=3638447 Iran promises missiles will fly if US attacks http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/09/23/wiran123.xml Iran Lawmaker Threatens to 'Send Region up in Flames' http://www.israelnationalnews.com/News/Flash.aspx/133644 Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad Says Sanctions Will Not Stop Nuclear Progress http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,297683,00.html (Iran) Ahmadinejad: US wants different opinions http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070923/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iran_us_6;_ylt=Au6gF3YZ0VMnj.dVDfNzQZZSw60A Israelis seized nuclear material in Syrian raid http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/middle_east/article2512380.ece (Israel) Snatched: Israeli commandos 'nuclear' raid http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/middle_east/article2512105.ece Israel Orders Fighter Jets to Syrian Border http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,297737,00.html Israel police: Yom Kippur attack stopped - Hamas explosives belt found in Tel Aviv http://www.haaretz.com/hasen/spages/906156.html http://www.lcsun-news.com/apcontent/ci_6971266 (Israel) Hamas ordered to carry out large terror attack inside an Israeli city to undermine Middle East peace summit scheduled for November http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1189411458736&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Palestinian Authority: U.S. Inviting Syria, Lebanon to November Summit http://www.israelnationalnews.com/News/Flash.aspx/133636 Israel to Release 90 Palestinian Prisoners http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/I/ISRAEL_PALESTINIANS?SITE=DCTMS&SECTION=HOME&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT (Israel) IDF uncovers explosives lab in Nablus, Hamas fugitive arrested http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1189411462495&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Lebanon MPs demand security boost for presidential poll http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070923/wl_mideast_afp/lebanonvoteunrestsecurity_070923102918;_ylt=Am30MKpywxCYT7vBSLYdq7PagGIB (Lebanon) Berri warns of Lebanon poll delay if MPs stay away http://afp.google.com/article/ALeqM5giuLWTd6CCQQLoHpA3VHiL_ZXYvQ (Philippines) Army, MILF gunbattle erupts in Maguindanao http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/topofthehour.aspx?StoryId=93605 (Turkey) Hizbullah member wanted for 13 years captured http://www.todayszaman.com/tz-web/detaylar.do?load=detay&link=122850 (UK) Police to video terror suspects http://www.dailymail.co.uk/pages/live/articles/news/news.html?in_article_id=483428&in_page_id=1770 (UK) Scotland: Family: Convicted terror 'wannabe' naive -- Mohammed Atif Siddique http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2007/09/22/family_convicted_terror_wannabe_naive_/6802/ Spain to extradite Al-Qaeda activist to Morocco -- newspaper http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1022345 (Somalia) Daily violence bleeds life out of Somalia's largest market http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070923/lf_afp/religionislamramadansomaliaunrestmarket_070923053517;_ylt=Au0nuSUYArwsECvptlQkaOqQLIUD Nigerian oil delta rebel detained in Angola http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070922/wl_nm/nigeria_rebel_dc_2;_ylt=AjjmvvmsemGcxjP6LPYv_lLZ9YEA (Niger/Mali) Tuareg rebels in southern Sahara no Islamist threat http://africa.reuters.com/metals/news/usnL23592459.html (Sri Lanka) Under fire Sri Lanka offers olive branch to Tamil Tigers http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070923/wl_asia_afp/srilankaunrest_070923070724;_ylt=AizYmiQ0z4y96JUSvnWNUDotM8oA Commentary: Internal and External Threats to the Jihad Media War http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/09/internal_and_external_threats.php Other News: (U.S.) Kansas City: Airport with footbaths turns to intimidation http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=57784 (U.S.) Columbia University: Of course we'd invite Hitler to speak, says Columbia dean http://hotair.com/archives/2007/09/22/video-of-course-wed-invite-hitler-to-speak-says-columbia-dean/ (Germany) Leisure Photos of Camp Guards Shock Germans http://www.spiegel.de/international/germany/0,1518,507175,00.html Uganda police raid doomsday cult http://news.ninemsn.com.au/article.aspx?id=298600 September 22, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News (Iraq) Al Qaeda-led group executes five Iraqi officers http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070922/wl_nm/iraq_qaeda_dc_1;_ylt=AvqASHx594yqYDbifsi9ITpX6GMA Iraqi, US forces kill 10 militants, arrest 16 in Miqdadiya http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1843321&Language=en (Iraq) U.S. arrests 25 in sheik slaying probe -- includes members of security detail for Sheik Abdul-Sattar Abu Risha killed in a bombing Sept. 13 http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070922/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq_070922032831;_ylt=ApP5G.xEvPUN_9D6sfKlY9BX6GMA Iraqi authorities release 17 Sadrists http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1843325&Language=en (Iraq) Blackwater faces arms smuggling probe -- investigation focuses on individual employees, not company http://www.cnn.com/2007/WORLD/meast/09/22/blackwater.probe/index.html Afghan forces kill two Taliban commanders http://www.focus-fen.net/?id=n122709 (Afghanistan) UK troops uncover Taliban bunkers http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/world/south_asia/7007909.stm (Afghanistan) Rocket attack hits German base in north-eastern Afghanistan http://news.monstersandcritics.com/southasia/news/article_1358580.php/Rocket_attack_hits_German_base_in_north-eastern_Afghanistan (Afghanistan) UN Envoy: "Afghan Govt and People want talks with Taliban" http://paktribune.com/news/index.shtml?190099 (Afghanistan) UN prepared to mediate Afghan-Taliban peace talks http://www.eecho.ie/news/bstory.asp?j=154278019&p=y54z78488&n=154278518 (Pakistan) Three die in militant attack on Pakistani town -- pro-Taliban militants fired rockets and mortar bombs into Khar http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/pakistan_violence_dc;_ylt=AvdVZtT85uak8GhrInRhwI3zPukA (Pakistan) Two persons killed in NWFP - gunmen open indiscriminate fire http://www.satp.org/satporgtp/detailed_news.asp?date1=9/22/2007#3 (Pakistan) Suicide attack in Pakistan injures soldier - attacking military convoy - Bajaur http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070922/wl_sthasia_afp/pakistanafghanistanunrest_070922092412;_ylt=AmUhKS5qyxACWy6Czv0qHdXzPukA (Pakistan) Explosives and suicide jackets recovered in Karachi http://www.satp.org/satporgtp/detailed_news.asp?date1=9/22/2007#7 (Pakistan) Pro-Taliban cleric asks followers to hit official targets http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\09\22\story_22-9-2007_pg7_6 (Pakistan) Three militants killed as two Taliban groups clash in South Waziristan http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\09\22\story_22-9-2007_pg7_5 (Pakistan) US warns increased dangers for Westerners in Pakistan http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/US_issues_travel_warning_for_Pakistan/articleshow/2392315.cms (Indian Kashmir) Militant arrested after return from PoK http://news.webindia123.com/news/Articles/India/20070922/773114.html (India) Hyderabad bombing: Bangladesh terror suspect arrested http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Cities/Hyderabad/Bangla_terror_suspect_arrested/articleshow/2392024.cms (India) Three militants killed in north-east India - in Manipur http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/September/subcontinent_September851.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (Iran) Sanctions won’t stop Iran: Ahmadinejad http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/September/middleeast_September276.xml§ion=middleeast&col= (Iran) Major powers have 'serious' talks on Iran sanctions http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/September/middleeast_September275.xml§ion=middleeast&col= Iran warns West against attack - holds annual military parade http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070922/pl_nm/iran_sanctions_ahmadinejad_dc_3;_ylt=AtuNw1ozjgcBNkI.RoxgxqJSw60A Iran shows off new missile, taunts Israel http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070922/ts_afp/iranuspoliticsmilitary_070922090519;_ylt=AlqNfsP9KiizE7VhpY9gtIBSw60A (Turkey) Nine Kurdish rebels killed in Turkey clashes http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/September/middleeast_September282.xml§ion=middleeast&col= (Sudan) Gunmen shoot, wound aid workers in Darfur http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070922/wl_nm/sudan_darfur_attack_dc_1;_ylt=AjDY7NWtfPLgj1vaemCEKg8ShIMA Sudan expresses doubt over upcoming talks with Darfur rebels, denies massacre reports http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/21/africa/AF-GEN-Sudan-Darfur-Bashir.php Somaliland official says al Qaeda suspects arrested http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070922/wl_nm/somalia_arrests_dc_1;_ylt=Akzqh17Fk3pYY2OeENdkGK2QLIUD (Bangladesh) 30 people injured in protests in Dhaka against anti Islamic cartoon http://mathaba.net/rss/?x=564905 (U.S.) Collecting of Details on Travelers Documented http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/09/21/AR2007092102347.html U.S. admits nearly 10,000 from "terrorism" states http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070921/ts_nm/security_usa_visas_dc U.S. restricts lawyers' access to Gitmo prisoners http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/20916549/ Cyberspace is the final frontier in war on terror http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,22461992-23109,00.html Commentary: War and Terror Inc. - by Douglas Farah -- on Russian arms provider Viktor Bout http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/09/21/AR2007092101544.html (Gaza) Explosion rips through Beit Hanoun http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1843306&Language=en Fatah official: Talks with Hamas likely after November summit http://www.haaretz.com/hasen/spages/906149.html North Korea's Kim meets Syrian delegation http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070922/ap_on_re_as/nkorea_syria_7;_ylt=AjF7hHi1pNMeXhIE9ziqMS6CscEA German Al Qaeda Mouthpiece Resurfaces Online Despite Arrests http://www.dw-world.de/dw/article/0,2144,2791957,00.html Austria, US to intensify anti-terrorism cooperation http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1843340&Language=en (Denmark) Website Linked to Al-Qa'Idah Reported Seeking Suicide Bombers to Attack Denmark http://www.redorbit.com/news/technology/1074800/website_linked_to_alqaidah_reported_seeking_suicide_bombers_to_attack/index.html?source=r_technology (UK) 'Prisons and universities are breeding ground for terrorists' http://www.lep.co.uk/ViewArticle.aspx?sectionid=73&articleid=3224207 (UK) Nail bomb explodes outside primary school http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/09/21/ndevice121.xml Serbia warns of violence if U.S. "snatches" Kosovo http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/20916245/ (Thailand) Insurgent suspects arrested in South -- in Narathiwat http://www.bangkokpost.com/breaking_news/breakingnews.php?id=121921 Sri Lanka jets bomb rebels, bus ambushed http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/September/subcontinent_September850.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= Sri Lanka air attacks injure 13: rebels http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070922/wl_sthasia_afp/srilankaunrest_070922055852;_ylt=Avht8e0YLW2dRQ8zsZ208DstM8oA Sri Lanka roadside bomb kills bus driver http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/September/subcontinent_September844.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= Other News: (Italy) Pope in 'freedom' blast at Islam http://www.dailymail.co.uk/pages/live/articles/news/worldnews.html?in_article_id=483202&in_page_id=1811&ito=newsnow September 21, 2007 PM Anti-Terrorism News (Iraq) Are Lost U.S. Weapons In Enemy Hands? - 30% of U.S. weapons issued to Iraqi Security Forces from June 2004 to Dec. 2005 lost http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2007/09/20/cbsnews_investigates/main3283595.shtml (Iraq) Hunting for Al-Qaeda in the night- Al Qaeda in Iraq leader runs cell of 100, runs strict Sharia court, plants bombs http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070921/wl_mideast_afp/iraqunrestusqaeda_070921180916;_ylt=AgbvPejylx85vnA0U_9d2VNX6GMA (Iraq) Blackwater resuming operations in Iraq http://www.cnn.com/2007/WORLD/meast/09/21/blackwater/index.html (Iraq) U.S., Iraqi forces control half of Baghdad: general http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070921/wl_nm/iraq_usa_neighborhoods_dc_1 (Iraq) Violence Down In Northern Iraqi Province http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2007/09/21/ap/middleeast/main3285900.shtml (Afghanistan) U.S. commander: Iran supplying Taliban - CENTCOM head says Iran supplying roadside bombs, U.S. to "act decisively" if continues http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/afghanistan;_ylt=AhZgo30G1XngqtCic2mVuZXOVooA Afghan Diary, Part One - First of 5-part diary by reporter who spent week with NATO - see links in article to Parts 2-5 http://www.rferl.org/featuresarticle/2007/9/B3AF1255-88D9-4DA7-BD8C-46A34F279FC0.html (Pakistan) Militants release 26 Pakistan soldiers, over 200 still held http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/21/asia/AS-GEN-Pakistan-Soldiers-Freed.php (Algeria) Al Qaeda claim bomb in Algeria http://nz.news.yahoo.com/070921/5/1ro9.html France on Al-Qaeda alert after Algeria attack http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070921/wl_afp/algeriaattacks_070921162840;_ylt=A9G_RzwO_PNGUiMBVgowuecA (Germany) Anti-terrorism row flares in German government http://uk.reuters.com/article/worldNews/idUKL2125462920070921?rpc=401& (Canada) Quebecer's arrest a 'farce,' al-Qaeda says http://communities.canada.com/nationalpost/blogs/posted/archive/2007/09/21/quebecer-s-arrest-a-farce-al-qaeda-says.aspx (India) Hyderabad bombings: Ridwan Gazi absolved of terror charges http://www.ndtv.com/convergence/ndtv/story.aspx?id=NEWEN20070026865&ch=9/21/2007%207:59:00%20PM (India) Letter warns of terror strike in Hyderabad on Sept 25 http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/India/Letter_warns_of__terror_strike_in_Hyderabad_on_Sept_25/rssarticleshow/2391587.cms (India) Terror funds in Dalal Street? - Khalid bin Mahfouz's investments in Indian companies through stock raising concerns http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Terror_funds_in_Dalal_Street/articleshow/2391548.cms (Turkey) Five PKK terrorists killed in Sirnak clash http://www.todayszaman.com/tz-web/detaylar.do?load=detay&link=122733 (Australia) "Operation Cash-Out": Police unaware of laundry claim http://www.news.com.au/heraldsun/story/0,21985,22460454-662,00.html Israelis arrest senior Hamas leader http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2007/09/21/israelis_arrest_senior_hamas_leader/7543/ (Syria) Losing Traction against Syria http://www.washingtoninstitute.org/templateC05.php?CID=2666 Lebanon Christians fear lives are targeted http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/September/middleeast_September272.xml§ion=middleeast&col= Iran, Israel clash at IAEA conference http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070921/ap_on_re_mi_ea/nuclear_conference_israel_2;_ylt=AgRHi4k85lqGEnM_htOAeFRSw60A (Iran) The voice of hard-line Iran carries far http://www.iht.com/articles/2007/09/21/africa/profile.php (U.S.) Iran president will get royal treatment - Ex-U.N. Ambassador Bolton: U.N. is "Twilight Zone" that gives platform to "tinhorn dictators" http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070921/ap_on_re_us/rogues__gallery;_ylt=AoujTZ7BExFcbq_Xu3qyRNSs0NUE (U.S./Iran) Bush may bypass UN with tough sanctions against Iran http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/us_and_americas/article2485358.ece (U.S.) Tech wonders on homeland security horizon http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070921/us_nm/homeland_technology_dc (U.S.) Video: AP Report on Laura Mansfield (my title) http://www.yahoo.com/s/684227 (U.S.) Boston: MIT Student Arrested At Boston Airport - wearing a fake bomb strapped to her chest http://cbs4.com/national/topstories_story_264105626.html http://www.boston.com/news/globe/city_region/breaking_news/2007/09/mit_student_arr.html http://www.bostonherald.com/news/regional/general/view.bg?articleid=1033139 (U.S.) The Blue Front Line in the War on Terror - For cops, crime fighting & CT go hand in hand http://www.city-journal.org/html/eon2007-09-20.html (U.S.) State Fusion Center Processes and Procedures: Best Practices and Recommendations http://www.manhattan-institute.org/html/ptr_02.htm (U.S.) California: Video, photos taken at fire stations spark concerns http://www.chicoer.com/news/ci_6944877 (UK) Anti-terror chief to step down by year's end http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/uk/crime/article2506045.ece (UK) Extremist was hospital chaplain http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/england/london/7005526.stm (UK) Report: Britain has plutonium for 17000 nuclear bombs http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/news/local-national/article2985983.ece (UK) 'Nail bomb' explosion near school -- no one hurt http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/england/merseyside/7007330.stm (Saudi Arabia) His mentor turns on bin Laden - Salman al-Oadah publicly reproached bin Laden for murder - update with letter -- previously posted on September 17 and September 20 MEMRI http://www.iht.com/articles/2007/09/21/news/edgerges.php http://islamtoday.com/showme2.cfm?cat_id=29&sub_cat_id=1521 September 21, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News (Afghanistan) 82 killed in Afghanistan violence -- heavy fighting in southern Afghanistan killed about 75 fighters and 6 civilians http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070921/ap_on_re_as/afghanistan_070918233350;_ylt=AlqL.71ufPoMnZhfolDFqF7OVooA (Afghanistan) French soldier dies in attack in Kabul: police -- car bomb attack on NATO convoy http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070921/wl_nm/afghan_blast_dc_3;_ylt=AtraJ7QfffG1aY5t9EaB_ezOVooA (Afghanistan) Six Afghan civilians killed in Helmand air strike: governor http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070921/wl_afp/afghanistanunrestciviliansnato_070921075204;_ylt=Aps9tN7mpCGXyYZ__ST5.CzOVooA (Pakistan) Islamists stage rally against Musharraf -- 1,000 Jamaat-e-Islami rally in Islamabad http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/pakistan_politics;_ylt=AoXDI.HkhlxYl.xoeWV6a7bzPukA (Pakistan) Eight soldiers injured in rocket attack -- Khajuri checkpost in North Waziristan http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\09\21\story_21-9-2007_pg7_4 (Pakistan) Unknown gunmen attack former federal minister in Pakistan, 2 killed http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1021995 (Pakistan) Tribal chiefs hold key to fight against al-Qa'eda http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/09/21/wladen221.xml Pakistanis reject bin Laden's "interference" http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070921/ts_nm/pakistan_osama_dc_1;_ylt=AiKEO1YmZ30cybcYwcMljVnzPukA Pakistan: New ISI intelligence chief appointed http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1330344673 (Iraq) Nine al-Qaeda suspects arrested in Diyala province http://news.monstersandcritics.com/middleeast/news/article_1358301.php/Nine_al-Qaeda_suspects_arrested_in_Diyala_province__3rd_Lead_ (Iraq) U.S. troops kill seven alleged terrorists http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2007/09/21/us_troops_kill_seven_alleged_terrorists/8299/ (Iraq) Two Iraqi soldiers killed, four civilians wounded in Kirkuk http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1021947 Iraq Kurds demand release of Iranian detained by US http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/focusoniraq/2007/September/focusoniraq_September138.xml§ion=focusoniraq Iraq aims to end immunity of security firms http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070921/ts_nm/iraq_dc_22;_ylt=Ai9fKh8J7K95nbVpAXXPDTFX6GMA (Indian Kashmir) Soldier, militant die in Kashmir gunfight -- on Friday near south Kashmir's Tral town http://news.webindia123.com/news/Articles/India/20070921/772561.html (Indian Kashmir) One guerrilla killed, civilian injured in Kashmir http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1021971 (Indian Kashmir) Grenade attack in Jammu and Kashmir -- also - Lashkar-e-Toiba calls for Pakistan jihad, Hizb-ul-Mujahideen and Jaish-e-Mohammad arrests http://www.satp.org/satporgtp/detailed_news.asp?date1=9/21/2007#7 http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/LeT_call_for_jehad_condemned_Army_says_ready_for_anything/articleshow/2387887.cms (Bangladesh) Clashes as Islamic protesters defy Bangladesh emergency -- to protest over the publication in a major newspaper of a cartoon deemed offensive to Muslims http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070921/wl_sthasia_afp/bangladeshreligionislammediaprotests;_ylt=A9G_RzrUufNGQBYAixxvaA8F (Bangladesh) Magazine banned for 'Mohammad cat' cartoon http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,22458617-23109,00.html (Bangladesh) Cartoon Rage is breaking out all over: Bangladesh authorities arrest cartoonist http://www.jihadwatch.org/archives/018178.php (Europe) Terror tracking group SITE Institute releases info on targets named by Austrian-Canadian jihadist cell - Austria/Switzerladn Euro 2008 championships, UN buildings in Vienna and Geneva, OPEC in Vienna, and British, German, and Austrian politicians http://communities.canada.com/nationalpost/blogs/posted/archive/2007/09/20/terror-tracking-group-releases-info-on-targets-named-by-austrian-canadian-jihadist-cell.aspx Austrian-Canadian jihadist cell eyed politicians as well as physical targets http://canadianpress.google.com/article/ALeqM5jTK0C1ygyuzbzfz-B_ve-qsO40og (Spain) Zapatero downplays Al Qaeda threat http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=81&story_id=44134 (Algeria) Al Qaeda plot to kidnap French in Algeria foiled -paper http://africa.reuters.com/wire/news/usnL21776427.html Algerian army kills three gunmen west of Algiers http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1843200&Language=en (Algeria) Bomb wounds foreign workers in Algeria http://uk.reuters.com/article/worldNews/idUKL2114649420070921?rpc=401& Africa: U.S. Plans No New Bases on Continent, Says Official http://allafrica.com/stories/200709210513.html (Sudan) Prosecutor urges arrest of Sudan figures http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070921/ap_on_re_af/un_sudan_darfur_1;_ylt=AloCPhEs.FdV4VbtMi.ugbIShIMA (U.S.) CTB News Analysis: Terror Finance Case: "Operation Cash-Out" http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/09/operation_cash_out.php (U.S.) FBI sees closer trans-atlantic anti-terror cooperation http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070921/ap_on_re_eu/france_us_terror_1;_ylt=ArFy7LNfV.R7Du3uPs45LSwTv5UB US Homeland Security chief promotes anti-bomb training for local police http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1189411454595&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (U.S.) Iran President Ahmadinejad heads to Columbia University in NY http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?c=JPArticle&cid=1189411455013&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (U.S.) Columbia won't cancel Ahmadinejad speech http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070921/ap_on_re_us/ahmadinejad_columbia_1;_ylt=AqbI9PuHB4dNeS8QmHetPt5Sw60A (U.S.) Columbia University Statement from Student Leaders regarding the invitation of the president of Iran http://www.bwog.net/articles/quickspec_4 (U.S.) Iowa Machinist indicted in mail bomb plot http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2007/09/21/machinist_indicted_in_bomb_plot/2250/ (U.S.) 2 Students Shot at Delaware State - Gunman still at large http://abcnews.go.com/US/wireStory?id=3633452 Iran's 'adventurism' hit http://www.washingtontimes.com/article/20070921/FOREIGN/109210050/1003 (Lebanon) Thousands mourn slain Lebanese MP Antoine Ghanem http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/middle_east/article2504046.ece (Lebanon) Updated death toll on bomb attack on Ghanem http://www.naharnet.com/domino/tn/NewsDesk.nsf/getstory?openform&ABBD29969273E5B5C225735D0047AEF8 (Lebanon) Small Bomb Explodes in Baalbek http://www.naharnet.com/domino/tn/NewsDesk.nsf/getstory?openform&4ECC22C9E56D48C3C225735D0048C107 Jordan: Islamist militant's wife not allowed to return home -- Fatah al-Islam husband battled Lebanese troops http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1331063510 UAE Arab emirate's 20% ownership in NASDAQ U.S. exchange raises national security concern in Congress http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=57749 Arabs push through UN watchdog IAEA vote against Israel -- Syria voted co-chairman of IAEA this week http://africa.reuters.com/country/EG/news/usnL20664405.html http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1189411432622&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Saudi Arabia joins UN atomic agency board http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/September/middleeast_September259.xml§ion=middleeast&col= (Syria) North Korea trains Syrian missile engineers http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070921/wl_mideast_afp/nkoreamissilesyriaskorea_070921100158;_ylt=Avtpr130nxadC6nGgRnezwiCscEA (Syria) North Korea, Syria hold talks amid suspicions http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070921/ap_on_re_as/nkorea_syria_1;_ylt=Au1x4m1rjMILhTz0ryTbOZ2CscEA Israel, U.S. Shared Data On Suspected Nuclear Site http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/09/20/AR2007092002701.html?sub=AR Reuters: Israel, US shared data on suspected nuclear site http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/September/middleeast_September264.xml§ion=middleeast&col= Israel rejects Hamas's offer for cease-fire in Gaza Strip http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1189411457380&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Israeli army conducts operations in Ramallah, Gaza Strip http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1021985 (Israel) Terrorist Shot by IDF Near Shechem, Condition Unknown http://www.israelnationalnews.com/News/Flash.aspx/133598 (Israel) Kassam rocket strikes western Negev; no wounded reported http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1189411455921&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Israel on alert for most sacred Jewish day http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/September/middleeast_September265.xml§ion=middleeast&col= Israel: Palestinian territories sealed off as Yom Kippur begins http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Religion/?id=1.0.1331060173 Hamas Music Video Glorifies Terror Attacks - in Hebrew http://www.crosswalk.com/news/11554822/ (UK) Britain: 'I was tortured' says Pakistani terror suspect Rangzieb Ahmed http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1330715613 Swedish govt must punish blasphemer newspaper - Organization of the Islamic Conference (OIC) and World Muslim League http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/September/middleeast_September262.xml§ion=middleeast&col= (Thailand) 8 soldiers wounded in Yala ambush http://www.bangkokpost.com/breaking_news/previousdetail.php?id=121897 (Nepal) Security tightened in Nepal district where violence killed 22 http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/September/subcontinent_September807.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= Sri Lanka says jets bomb rebel leaders' meeting http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070921/wl_nm/srilanka_airraid_dc_1;_ylt=AmKedWGyyCX6pRhGHLLfyTYtM8oA North Korea nuclear talks to begin Sept. 27 http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070921/ap_on_re_as/china_nkorea_nuclear_1;_ylt=Ah4n8yLTpJJe_FkWGkIDjkCCscEA Colombia hands FARC commander to U.S. -- Erminso "Mincho" Cabrera extradited http://news.xinhuanet.com/english/2007-09/21/content_6763953.htm Other News: Islam in Europe: Book Review: Breeding Betrayal (2) http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/09/book-review-breeding-betrayal-2.html (Turkey) Not without my Headscarf http://www.spiegel.de/international/europe/0,1518,506099,00.html Commentary: Islamist use of elections to increase influence (my title) http://politics.guardian.co.uk/comment/story/0,,2173921,00.html (U.S.) Former Nazi guard Martin Hartmann kicked out of US http://www.bangkokpost.com/breaking_news/previousdetail.php?id=121884 Research team uncovers Nazi horrors in Ukraine http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=26&story_id=44153 September 20, 2007 PM Anti-Terrorism News (Al Qaeda) CTB: Bin Laden "Come to Jihad" Pakistan Message Transcript http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/09/obl_pakistan_transcript.php -- video link http://www.lauramansfield.com/hh2.rm US dismisses bin Laden call for Pakistan 'holy war' http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070920/pl_afp/usqaedapakistanbinladen_070920210123;_ylt=A0WTUZIA6_JGFucAmwkwuecA (Al Qaeda) The Sudden Rush of al Qaeda Communications http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/09/the_sudden_rush_of_al_qaeda_co.php Laura Mansfield: Mom scoops al-Qaida with its videos http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070920/ap_on_re_us/al_qaida_scooped_1;_ylt=AodJE5JXD_KwUPGQUw8RVGITv5UB U.S. Attorney Hands Down Money Laundering Indictments -- "Operation Cash-Out" - 46 indicted or arrested, with one accused of concealing terrorist financing for Al Qaeda -- using hawala finance transfers -- raids conducted in Maryland, Washington D.C., New Jersey and Spain on Thursday http://www.wbaltv.com/news/14159565/detail.html?rss=bal&psp=news U.S. Attorney's press release on "Operation Cash-Out" http://www.usdoj.gov/usao/md/Public-Affairs/press_releases/press07/OperationCash-outCharges45DefendantsinInternationalMoneyLaunderingandBriberySchemes.html Description of Hawala http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hawala (U.S./Spain) 39 Charged in International Money Laundering Case - "Operation Cash-Out" http://abcnews.go.com/TheLaw/wireStory?id=3630417 (U.S./Spain) Spain police, FBI arrest terror suspects -- arrested two Pakistani nationals in a joint operation in Madrid and Barcelona on suspicion of being involved in financing international terrorism http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070920/ap_on_re_eu/spain_terror_arrests_1;_ylt=Ag5N.7wJGgyK8dBb33UXsCsTv5UB (U.S.) Case Dismissed? - Telecom companies want Congress to end lawsuits for assisting wireless surveillance program - Eavesdrop debate will cost U.S. lives: spy chief http://www.usdoj.gov/usao/md/Public-Affairs/press_releases/press07/OperationCash-outCharges45DefendantsinInternationalMoneyLaunderingandBriberySchemes.html (U.S.) Eavesdrop debate will cost U.S. lives: spy chief http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070920/pl_nm/security_usa_eavesdropping_dc (U.S.) Counterterrorism Techniques Could Prevent School Shootings, Officials Say http://www.nysun.com/article/63028 (U.S.) Senate Republicans block appeal rights for terrorism detainees http://www.iht.com/articles/2007/09/20/america/terror.php (Lebanon) 59 Fatah al-Islam members charged with terrorism http://www.dailystar.com.lb/article.asp?edition_id=1&categ_id=1&article_id=85442 Iran Warns of October 'Final Response' to Supporters of Israel - on Qods Day - falls on October 12, 2007 http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,297418,00.html Iran: Ahmadinejad is 'Socrates of third millenium', says president's office http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Politics/?id=1.0.1325975030 (Indian Kashmir) Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) call for jihad condemned, Army says ready for anything http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/LeT_call_for_jehad_condemned_Army_says_ready_for_anything/articleshow/2387887.cms (Israel) Three IDF troops lightly hurt in Gaza ops; 20 Palestinians arrested http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1189411454313&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (U.S. / Saudi Arabia) Looming $20B Arms Sale to Saudi Arabia Raises Concerns http://ap.google.com/article/ALeqM5iGq9FLAV6j1yedpYvTgLbqwJiXCw (Saudi Arabia) Fears of dollar collapse as Saudis take fright http://www.telegraph.co.uk/money/main.jhtml?xml=/money/2007/09/19/bcnsaudi119.xml&DCMP=EMC-mcn_20092007 (Germany) Iraqi has German jail term, terror listing lifted http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070920/wl_nm/alqaeda_sanctions_germany_dc_1 (Canada) Quebec terror suspect returns to court next month in attempt to secure bail http://ca.news.yahoo.com/s/capress/070920/national/austria_cda_terror_arrest_1 (Canada) Alleged plotters eyed UN, Euro '08 http://www.canada.com/nationalpost/news/story.html?id=857b3e21-4731-49dc-ae1c-eb8774c3a378&k=65957 (Russia) The Truth about the "Kataib al-Khoul" Ossetian Jamaat http://www.jamestown.org/chechnya_weekly/article.php?articleid=2373673 Sri Lanka's air force bombs rebel ammunition site, causing massive explosions http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/20/asia/AS-GEN-Sri-Lanka-Civil-War.php Other News: (UK) Dutch Terrorist from 1980s questioned in Madeleine McCann hunt http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/europe/article2500612.ece September 20, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News CTB News Analysis: Al Qaeda Bin Laden Message Declares War on Pakistan President Musharraf http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/09/obl_pakistan.php (Al Qaeda) SITE Intelligence Group - "Come to Jihad" – Audio Speech from Usama bin Laden Addressing the People of Pakistan, Declaring War on the Pakistani Government http://siteinstitute.org/bin/articles.cgi?ID=publications316307&Category=publications&Subcategory=0 (Al Qaeda) Laura Mansfield: September 20, 2007: New Bin Laden Message calls for jihad against Pakistan http://www.lauramansfield.com/j/default.asp (Al Qaeda) AP: Bin Laden urges Pakistanis to revolt http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070920/ap_on_re_mi_ea/al_qaida_video_22;_ylt=AmzxAn6rk3QSiiVRT7r0vMYTv5UB (Al Qaeda) ABC: Bin Laden: Armed Rebellion Against Musharraf 'Obligatory' http://blogs.abcnews.com/theblotter/2007/09/bin-laden-armed.html (Al Qaeda) Fight the U.S., al Qaeda's Zawahri tells Muslims in "Power of Truth" video http://www.reuters.com/article/newsOne/idUSL2041722020070920 (Al Qaeda) Zawahiri calls for cleansing Maghreb of France, Spain - in "Power of Truth" video http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/September/middleeast_September251.xml§ion=middleeast&col= http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=25&story_id=44103 (Al Qaeda) Bin Laden brands Iraq's Maliki 'traitorous apostate' - in "Power of Truth" video http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070920/wl_mideast_afp/qaedairaqunrestbinladenmaliki_070920111628;_ylt=AnBcMtAcKQ9yihgCMcEfPwoTv5UB Al-Qaida`s video production unit http://news.monstersandcritics.com/intelandterror/article_1357765.php/Al-Qaida%60s_video_production_unit Pakistan dismisses Bin Laden war threat http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/September/subcontinent_September772.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= Pakistan sets election date amid bin Laden threat http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070920/wl_afp/pakistanpolitics;_ylt=A0WTcVwtaPJGeWEAnBtvaA8F (Pakistan) 'Military to resist move to end its control over govt' http://www.dawn.com/2007/09/19/top7.htm Pakistan govt: "No permanent bases in Tribal Areas" http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\09\20\story_20-9-2007_pg7_4 (Pakistan) Explosion in N. Pakistan kills policeman, wounds 4 - in Sawat valley http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1021662 Pakistan: 13 more soldiers reported missing in North Waziristan - 6 soldiers desert and refuse to fight, 7 soldiers kidnapped -- 250 soldiers still held hostage in South Waziristan -- day after bodies of 15 mutilated soldiers found http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1325773561 Pakistan troops 'lose faith in war on terror' -- many Pakistanis believe to be "someone else's war" http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/09/19/wpak119.xml (Pakistan) Four Frontier Corps personnel injured in landmine explosion in Balochistan http://www.satp.org/satporgtp/detailed_news.asp?date1=9/20/2007#4 (Pakistan) Militants blow up hotel in Swat - because of "un-Islamic customers" http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\09\20\story_20-9-2007_pg7_52 Pakistan: Extremist threatens to bomb girls' school http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1325974954 (Pakistan/Afghanistan) Oil tanker blown up in Torkham http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\09\20\story_20-9-2007_pg7_24 (Afghanistan) Taliban attack leaves 24 dead in western Afghanistan -- Bala Murghab district http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Taliban_attack_leaves_24_dead_in_Afghanistan_/articleshow/2387046.cms http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070920/ap_on_re_as/afghanistan_070918233341;_ylt=AtW9Amux8YiwofWM503QmCPOVooA (Afghanistan) UN Security Council extends NATO-led Afghanistan mission -- Russia abstains from vote http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070920/wl_asia_afp/unafghanistanrussiausjapan_070920044457;_ylt=AviOLApp4TbtljAlWBnY_InOVooA (Iraq) American troops kill seven Qaeda activists - in the town of Mahmoudiah -- also hree persons were killed in a car bomb blast in the eastern Baghdad http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1021798 (Iraq) Two Qaeda members arrested in N. Iraq http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1021635 (Iraq) Iranian officer is arrested in Iraq -- accused of smuggling roadside bombs Into Iraq http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070920/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq_iranians_2;_ylt=As7Ypj7T.w_1M5EoFwr2qjhX6GMA (Iraq) Qaeda car-bomb chief Abu Yaqub Al Masri killed in Iraq: US http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/focusoniraq/2007/September/focusoniraq_September133.xml§ion=focusoniraq (Iraq) US soldier killed in western Baghdad http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1021629 (Iraq) Qaeda leader killed in Iraq -- Ayman Al-Thawahri's main partner killed on August 31 - in Al-Tarimiya http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1021674 (Iraq) U.S. commander: Violence down in Baghdad http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070920/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq_070920025745;_ylt=AsqsgJgwTcJeZFkTR5TfyclX6GMA Iraq violence down to lowest level since early 2006: US http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070920/wl_mideast_afp/iraqunrestbaghdadmilitary_070920123358;_ylt=AoerD73VG74vAt3HO8iUtI5X6GMA (Iraq) Blackwater in Iraq given wide latitude by U.S. http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/20884905/ (Iraq) Gates: 'I don’t know' if invasion worth it http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2007/09/20/gates_i_dont_know_if_invasion_worth_it/6276/ US jury mulls Muslim charity accused of terror funding http://afp.google.com/article/ALeqM5gkyDlY2hh4ClGIXu4PnbVh3BxMPw (U.S.) Jury Set to Deliberate HLF Case http://www.investigativeproject.org/article/480 (U.S.) Atlanta: Officer: Terrorism suspect had religious writings at border checkpoint -- Syed Ahmed was carrying personal writings that railed against Islam in Pakistan http://www.walb.com/Global/story.asp?S=7104618 (U.S.) NYC: Secret Service Will Accompany Iranian President If He Goes to Ground Zero http://blogs.abcnews.com/theblotter/2007/09/secret-service-.html (U.S.) Experts say terrorists eye your local school http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=57665 (Indian Kashmir) Hizbul Mujahideen militant arrested in J&K http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Hizbul_militant_arrested_in_JK/articleshow/2386235.cms (India) Muslim groups allege 'indiscriminate arrests, torture' of youths http://news.webindia123.com/news/Articles/India/20070920/771490.html (India Assam) ULFA now left with just five leaders http://www.hindustantimes.com/StoryPage/StoryPage.aspx?id=50ca96a8-2e91-4577-8433-ef30024046bc&&Headline=ULFA+now+left+with+just+five+leaders (Somalia) U.S. ambassador says Somali opposition group has limited support in Somalia http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/20/africa/AF-GEN-Somalia.php (North Africa) Al-Qaeda threatens to attack north Africa http://www.hindustantimes.com/Redir.aspx?ID=34a2d0f5-ed15-48cb-873e-1003b5ff8e8d&ParentID=be1adbd7-feab-4c1f-b160-01922a2f6ae2 Lebanese leadership undeterred by bombing http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/20/africa/ME-GEN-Lebanon-Explosion.php Lebanon: Murdered MP's political comrades vow revenge http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1325757235 Syria voted co-chairman of the UN's International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1189411432622&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull 'Iran completes test flight of domestic fighter jets' http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1189411447157&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Iran: Third US 'spy' released from jail - Kian Tajbakhsh http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1326046429 (Iran) France wants European companies to scale back business in Iran http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1189411450326&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Israel) IDF troops thwart Hamas suicide attack - part of a wide-scale raid on the Nablus refugee camp of Ein Beit Ilmeh http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1189411446939&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Israel) 2 Pardoned Terrorists Arrested by IDF in Shechem http://www.israelnationalnews.com/News/Flash.aspx/133534 Gaza militants say they'll keep firing rockets at Israel despite threats to cut off power http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/20/africa/ME-GEN-Palestinians-Gaza.php (Gaza) Palestinian youth killed, two militants wounded in clash with Israeli troops in Gaza http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/20/africa/ME-GEN-Israel-Palestinians.php Hamas Leader Meets with PFLP Terrorists http://www.unitedstatesaction.com/breaking-news.htm Hamas Video: 'In Black Bags, Chunks of Flesh of Jews' http://www.memritv.org/clip/en/1561.htm http://littlegreenfootballs.com/weblog/?entry=27119&only&rss Saudi Cleric Salman Al-Odeh Slams 'Brother' Osama bin Laden, Warns Him He'll Be Responsible for Deaths of Millions, Reminds Him He Must Face Allah http://memri.org/bin/latestnews.cgi?ID=SD171707 (Indonesia) Report: Bali bomber now fights to stop terrorism http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1326188737 (Turkey) Report: Turkish troops kill at least 5 Kurdish rebels in clash in southeast http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/20/europe/EU-GEN-Turkey-Kurds.php (Austria) FBI chief, Austrian officials discuss threat of terrorism at Euro 2008 soccer tournament http://cbs2chicago.com/worldwire/Austria-Terrorism/resources_news_html (Germany) Terror Camp Law Dismissed as 'Useless' http://www.spiegel.de/international/germany/0,1518,506671,00.html Germany: MPs review 'Bremen Taliban' torture case http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1326047061 Belgium: Former Jihadis http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/09/belgium-former-jihadis.html (UK) 'Books of hate' in our libraries http://www.guardian-series.co.uk/news/walthamforest/walthamforestnews/display.var.1702133.0.waltham_forest_books_of_hate_in_our_libraries.php (Sri Lanka) Three LTTE cadres and two civilians among six persons killed in separate incidents http://www.satp.org/satporgtp/detailed_news.asp?date1=9/20/2007#1 North Korea nuke talks to resume next week: report http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070920/wl_asia_afp/nkoreanuclearweaponstalksdate_070920065040;_ylt=Av04Y7yxQEEc7gyjYyx3ieyCscEA Colombian rebels agree to meet Chavez in Venezuela: senator http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070919/wl_afp/colombiahostagesvenezuela_070919224600;_ylt=AgfDFXelpWo7wqj33uEUiMWwv7kA (New Zealand) Magazine claims terrorist in NZ http://www.stuff.co.nz/4207828a11.html Other News: Iranian Despot to Speak at Columbia University http://amerpundit.com/2007/09/19/iranian-despot-to-speak-at-columbia-university/ Bangladesh cartoonist sent to jail -- for making drawings deemed insulting to Muslims http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2007/09/20/bangladesh_cartoonist_sent_to_jail/6348/ Netherlands: Official Islam curriculum http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/09/netherlands-official-islam-curriculum.html Giuliani in Britain Vows to Thwart Iran http://www.newsmax.com/newsfront/britain_giuliani/2007/09/19/33946.html?s=al&promo_code=3A39-1 (Germany) Photos show gleeful Nazis at Auschwitz http://www.cnn.com/video/#/video/us/2007/09/20/todd.auschwitz.photos.cnn September 19, 2007 PM Anti-Terrorism News (Al Qaeda) Forthcoming Video from al-Qaeda Multimedia Arm, as-Sahab, "The Power of Truth" - SITE Institute release - see as-Sahab image from SITE and image from Laura Mansfield http://counterterrorismblog.org/newslinks/upload/2007/09/SITE091907AQ.gif http://www.lauramansfield.com/j/default.asp (Afghanistan) Over a dozen Taliban militants killed in Afghanistan -- in Uruzgan province of southern Afghanistan Wednesday http://in.news.yahoo.com/070919/43/6kyqq.html (Iran) The Bank Behind Iran's Missiles http://www.bloomberg.com/news/marketsmag/mm_1007_story3.html (Lebanon) Blast hits Christian suburb in Beirut - Anti-Syrian lawmaker killed in Lebanon - Antoine Ghanem the 8th leading anti-Syrian figure killed since 2005 -- Bomb kills lawmaker ahead of key Lebanon vote http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070919/ap_on_re_mi_ea/lebanon_explosion;_ylt=AqdYibT1ibZIGsoJ3YtgNhms0NUE (Lebanon) Ghanem was killed by the Syro-Iranian "axis" - Chapter 7 is a "Must" -- by Walid Phares http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/09/ghanem_was_killed_by_the_syroi.php (Lebanon) Syria Strikes Again? Another Assassination of an Anti-Syrian Parliamentarian Rocks Lebanon http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/09/syria_strikes_again_another_as.php (Algeria) Splits Revealed Inside Al-Qaeda in the Islamic Maghreb http://www.jamestown.org/news_details.php?news_id=276 (Turkey) The Reemergence of Hizballah in Turkey http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/09/the_reemergence_of_hizballah_i.php http://www.washingtoninstitute.org/templateC04.php?CID=281 (U.S.) Holy Land Foundation Trial: Jury Deliberations to Begin in HLF Trial - closing arguments have ended in the terror financing case http://www.investigativeproject.org/article/479 (U.S.) Holy Land Foundation Trial: Closing arguments end in U.S. Muslim charity trial -- defendants could face life in prison http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070919/us_nm/islamic_charity_trial_dc http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/19/america/NA-GEN-US-Muslim-Charity-Trial.php (U.S.) Hearing on Saudi Arabia Weapon's Sale Cites Kingdom's Terror Ties -- IPT News http://www.investigativeproject.org/article/478 (U.S.) Terrorists Training in Rural America? Jamaat Al-Fuqra in rural Virginia http://www.cbn.com/CBNnews/233691.aspx (U.S.) NYC: Iranian president's request to visit Ground Zero rejected http://abclocal.go.com/wabc/story?section=local&id=5665164 (U.S.) NYC: U.S. May Escort Ahmadinejad to Ground Zero -- Talks Underway After Iranian Requests a Visit http://www.nysun.com/article/63004 (U.S.) Bush prods Congress to extend domestic spying law http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070919/ts_nm/bush_eavesdropping_dc (U.S.) House OKs extending terrorism insurance http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070919/ap_on_go_co/terrorism_insurance (U.S.) Settlements Do Not Deter 9/11 Plaintiffs Seeking Trials - "I want to know why Abdulaziz Alomari and Mohamed Atta were allowed to walk on planes... with prohibited weapons." http://www.nytimes.com/2007/09/19/nyregion/19settle.html?_r=1&adxnnl=1&oref=slogin&ref=nyregion&adxnnlx=1190213612-x68UMIvAHjFhPd3Z+jVQLg (U.S.) Underutilized Law Enforcement Tool Finally Gaining Some Traction And Can Aid CT Efforts http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/09/underutilized_law_enforcement.php (U.S.) NYC: Islam Leaflet School Bust -- Yaseen Chowdhury made threats after leaflet distribution seeking Islamic converts http://www.nypost.com/seven/09192007/news/regionalnews/islam_leaflet_school_bust.htm (U.S.) California: Southland Muslim groups sue FBI over surveillance - LA Times report http://www.latimes.com/news/local/la-me-aclu19sep19,0,5861398.story?coll=la-home-center (Iran) U.S. ramps up pressure on Iran, but goal remains elusive http://news.yahoo.com/s/mcclatchy/20070919/wl_mcclatchy/20070919bciransanctions_attn_national_foreign_editors_ytop;_ylt=Ar2xHcbTvzgOl94NeAqvlzGs0NUE September 19, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News (Iraq) Suicide car bomber kills himself outside Iraqi army base in Mosul, wounds four civilians http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/19/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq-Violence.php (Iraq) Al Qaeda fighters seize control of Iraqi village - in Diyala http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070919/wl_mideast_afp/iraqunrestqaedadiyala_070919102004;_ylt=Al.cIttFrXCXoGMlFb.at0dX6GMA (Iraq) Al-Qaida group challenges high-level U.S. Iraq report http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/18/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq-Al-Qaida-Report.php (Iraq) US soldier killed in armed attack in Baghdad http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1021406 (Iraq) Three US soldiers killed, three others injured in attack east of Baghdad - in Diyala on Tuesday http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1021266 (Iraq) U.S. Bans Travel of Officials Outside of Green Zone http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,297255,00.html Iraqi PM calls for Blackwater to be replaced http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070919/wl_mideast_afp/iraqunrestusblackwatermaliki_070919112656;_ylt=AnS2Y3BTUBMiBB8PxsZNlr9X6GMA (Iraq) U.S. Working to Reshape Iraqi Detainees - Islamic clerics enlisted to "teach out of a moderate doctrine" and persuade detainees from insurgency http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/09/18/AR2007091802203.html?hpid=topnews (Afghanistan) NATO forces launch major Afghan anti-Taliban operation in Helmand -- also -- Afghan troops killed three militants and detained four more in Wardak province, woman killed in Taliban attack on NATO outpost in Zabul province http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070919/wl_nm/afghan_violence_dc_4;_ylt=AvcNgkYVjqBsKYYffRjujBvOVooA (Afghanistan) Suicide bombs kill three Afghan policemen - in Helmand province's Garmser district http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1021324 (Afghanistan) Taliban accused of using children as human shields http://www.eecho.ie/news/bstory.asp?j=190569440&p=y9x57xxzx&n=190570049 (Pakistan) Militants kidnap seven more Pakistani soldiers http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070919/wl_sthasia_afp/pakistanafghanistanunrestabduction_070919083441;_ylt=Au0aLMi8p87QOvhcKdPPLKfzPukA Pakistan: Mutilated bodies of 15 soldiers brought to Miramshah -- bodies had been badly mutilated - limbs chopped off http://www.dawn.com/2007/09/19/top2.htm http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1320820329 (Pakistan) 'Varsities, seminaries failing to curb extremism' http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\09\19\story_19-9-2007_pg7_33 (Indian Kashmir) One Indian soldier killed in Kashmir rebel ambush -- by Muslim militants http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070919/wl_sthasia_afp/indiakashmirunrestramadan_070919092852;_ylt=AsYn6jqm9Dl89VqwmGTeBspA7AkB (Indian Kashmir) Two alleged Jaish-e-Mohammad terrorists killed -- residents of Pakistan http://www.hindu.com/2007/09/19/stories/2007091960040300.htm (Indian Kashmir) Five militants killed in Kashmir gun battle http://news.webindia123.com/news/Articles/India/20070919/769844.html (India Assam) ULFA outsourcing suicide attacks: US think-tank http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/ULFA_outsourcing_suicide_attacks_/articleshow/2382338.cms (India Assam) Wanted ULFA commander nabbed in Assam http://news.webindia123.com/news/Articles/India/20070919/770139.html (India) Militants kill two civilians in Manipur http://www.satp.org/satporgtp/detailed_news.asp?date1=9/19/2007#2 (U.S.) Holy Land defense cites free speech http://www.dallasnews.com/sharedcontent/dws/news/city/richardson/stories/DN-holyland_19met.ART.State.Edition1.4227c1a.html (U.S.) First Amendment, Alternate Theories Highlight HLF Defense Arguments -- IPT News http://www.investigativeproject.org/article/475 (U.S.) Clues to terrorism in passengers' faces? Airport screeners focus on travelers' behavior http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/20827225/ US Air Force sets up Cyber Command http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/storypage.aspx?StoryId=93141 (U.S.) California: Muslims Sue FBI Over Alleged Mosque Surveillance http://www.13wmaz.com/news/national_story.aspx?storyid=43435 (U.S.) California: Muslims, ACLU sue FBI, Justice over surveillance http://www.montereyherald.com/ci_6934964?source=rss&nclick_check=1 (U.S.) Terror insurance bill due Wednesday in US House http://today.reuters.com/news/articleinvesting.aspx?type=bondsNews&storyID=2007-09-18T225455Z_01_N18142457_RTRIDST_0_CONGRESS-TERRORINSURANCE.XML (Algeria) Policeman killed, another injured in Algeria's bomb blast -- in Al-Akhdaria on Tuesday http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1021249 Kenyan police stop relatives of 18 Kenyans with alleged terrorist links from holding march http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/18/africa/AF-GEN-Kenya-Terror-Suspects.php (Somalia) Troops open fire on Somali media house - update on Tuesday story on Shabelle http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070918/wl_nm/somalia_conflict_dc_1;_ylt=AvoUAfYOqPdUge6CXHNCumeQLIUD Somalia: Families Flee Violence in Sool Region http://allafrica.com/stories/200709180859.html South Africa: World Cup May Make Country a Terrorist Target http://allafrica.com/stories/200709190543.html Iran to use "all means" to defend itself if attacked http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070919/ts_nm/iran_threat_dc_1;_ylt=Aqgvq1a6ytB_1hLOOnyho41Sw60A Iranian general: Plans drawn up to bomb Israel if it attacks Iran http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1189411439141&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Iran) Top Iranian's revolutionary zeal unaffected by US threats http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/September/middleeast_September227.xml§ion=middleeast&col= (Iran) EU ready to sanction Iran if necessary http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/September/middleeast_September231.xml§ion=middleeast&col= (Iran) Germany ready to impose more sanctions on Iran http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=26&story_id=44062 (Iran) French Defense Minister: France not working on military plans against Iran http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1189411438395&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Iran) Rice swipes at IAEA, urges bold action on Iran http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/September/middleeast_September229.xml§ion=middleeast&col= (Iran) US undersecretary of state calls for new sanctions against Iran http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1189411438812&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Iran) Egypt rejects any strike against Iran and looks to normalize relations http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/19/africa/ME-GEN-Egypt-Iran.php (Iran) Trapped reporter for U.S. radio station leaves Iran http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/18/africa/ME-GEN-Iran-Detained-Americans.php (Iran) MEMRI: Signs of a Possible Rift in the Iranian Leadership on the Nuclear Issue http://memri.org/bin/latestnews.cgi?ID=IA39107 (Lebanon) Fatah Islam Wives to Depart to Syria, Militants Reportedly Tried to Join al-Qaida http://www.naharnet.com/domino/tn/NewsDesk.nsf/getstory?openform&E5AF6E65A7351177C225735B002AC28C (Israel) Hamas-controlled Gaza 'hostile entity' http://www.cnn.com/2007/WORLD/meast/09/19/israel.gaza/index.html Hamas says Gaza sanctions "declaration of war" http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070919/wl_nm/palestinians_israel_hamas_dc_1 Palestinian Islamic Jihad slams Israel for declaring Gaza 'hostile entity' http://www.ynetnews.com/articles/0,7340,L-3451320,00.html (Gaza) Four missiles launched from Gaza at Israeli targets overnight - by Al-Aqsa Brigades, the military wing of Fatah http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1021310 (Israel) IDF kills 2 terror suspects near Nablus -- troops hunt for cell allegedly planning suicide attack http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1189411434808&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Israel) IDF Arrests Senior Terrorist in Shechem -- Al-Aez worked with both Hamas and the PFLP in planning terrorist attacks http://www.israelnationalnews.com/News/Flash.aspx/133462 (Israel) Rice in Israel talking Palestinian state http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2007/09/19/rice_in_israel_talking_palestinian_state/9823/ Turkey: Foreign minister's cousin killed in PKK attack http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1321050236 (UK) Al-Qaeda suspect to face London court -- Raingzieb Ahmed returned from Pakistan suspected being member of Al-Qaeda http://www.ft.com/cms/s/0/2c85f4f6-6687-11dc-a218-0000779fd2ac.html (UK) 2 in UK in court on terrorist charges - Raingzieb Ahmed and teenager charged with chemicals for terror act http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/19/europe/EU-GEN-Britain-Terror-Charges.php (UK) Air passengers face delays after Spain beefs up security in anti-terror measures http://www.dailymail.co.uk/pages/live/articles/news/news.html?in_article_id=482584&in_page_id=1770&ito=newsnow Germany Becomes A Target for Sophisticated Homegrown Terrorism http://www.voanews.com/english/NewsAnalysis/2007-09-18-voa40.cfm German government approves 1-year extension to troops' Afghan mission http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/19/europe/EU-GEN-Germany-Afghanistan.php EU confirms Belgium's de Kerchove as new anti-terror chief http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/19/europe/EU-GEN-EU-Anti-Terror-Chief.php Swedish artist displays prophet cartoon at seminar despite al-Qaida threat http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/18/europe/EU-GEN-Sweden-Prophet-Drawings.php (Philippines) Gunmen attack ex-governor's convoy in southern Philippines; 10 killed http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/19/asia/AS-GEN-Philippines-Politician-Attacked.php (Philippines) Supreme Court asked anew to declare anti-terror law unconstitutional http://newsinfo.inquirer.net/breakingnews/nation/view_article.php?article_id=89449 North Korean defector leaves for US from Southeast Asian country http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/19/asia/AS-GEN-NKorea-US-Defectors.php Colombia rebels demand demilitarized zone for hostage swap: Chavez http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070919/wl_afp/colombiahostagesvenezuela_070919054438;_ylt=AmQPkHaLdpmMu0ztWO16rNWwv7kA (Columbia) After ruling, Colombia studies Chiquita extraditions http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070919/ts_nm/colombia_chiquita_dc_1;_ylt=AuWI9BA276wREsoOS4j0LFSwv7kA Cuban hijackers get life in prison http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/theworld/2007/September/theworld_September556.xml§ion=theworld&col= Russia and China 'spying on US' http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/americas/7001856.stm Other News: Bangladesh authorities ban cartoon insulting Islam, arrest cartoonist http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/18/asia/AS-GEN-Bangladesh-Cartoon-Controversy.php Turkish PM Tayyip Erdogan says wants to lift Islamic headscarf ban http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070919/wl_nm/turkey_erdogan_dc_2;_ylt=AktMyjvuCgKxC9e.o_e25bPtfLkA (UK) British Woman Divorces Son of Usama Bin Laden http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,297283,00.html Jordan: Restaurants forced to close for Ramadan http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Religion/?id=1.0.1317018982 Serbia: Activists urge halt to 'neo-Nazi' march http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Politics/?id=1.0.1305677760 September 18, 2007 PM Anti-Terrorism News (U.S.) Analysis: Homeland Security Implications of the Holy Land Foundation Trial http://www.americanthinker.com/2007/09/homeland_security_implications_1.html (U.S.) Worst Approach to Counter-terrorism Yet -- by Steven Emerson - New Jersey Homeland Security conference speaker John Esposito defends HLF defendents http://www.investigativeproject.org/article/474 (U.S.) Jury selection starts in Miami 'homegrown terrorism' case http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070918/ts_alt_afp/ustrialattacksflorida_070918172159 (U.S.) Michigan: Armed student's motives unclear - Muslim medical student who admires Hezbollah entered Dearborn park with AK-47 http://www.freep.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20070917/NEWS05/709170405/1001/NEWS (U.S.) New court filings in Ashland Islamic charity case show founder was frequently on the move as federal fugitive http://blog.oregonlive.com/breakingnews/2007/09/new_court_filings_in_ashland_i.html (U.S.) Kin of 14 victims of 9/11 settle suits - Families of 14 victims settled lawsuits against airlines and others over security http://www.projo.com/news/content/nassaney_settlement_09-18-07_KD75LED.31d9737.html http://www.newsday.com/news/local/wire/newyork/ny-bc-ny--sept.11lawsuits0917sep17,0,247333.story (UK) Hizb-ut-Tahrir Under Increasing Pressure in the UK http://www.jamestown.org/terrorism/news/article.php?articleid=2373659 (UK) Teen arrested on terror charges -- Yorkshire police state - charges relateing to possessing and collecting information for terrorist act http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/7001598.stm (UK) Scotland: Muslim leaders: not enough work being done in extremism fight http://www.theherald.co.uk/news/other/display.var.1694966.0.0.php (Europe) EU revamps role of counter-terror chief - Position narrowed in scope http://uk.news.yahoo.com/rtrs/20070918/tpl-uk-security-eu-81f3b62.html Iraq: 3 US soldiers killed in blast near their patrol in Diyala province http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1189411430970&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Iran) Ahmadinejad's Planned UN Visit Draws Fire - Plans to attend General Assembly's annual session next week http://www.cnsnews.com/ViewForeignBureaus.asp?Page=/ForeignBureaus/archive/200709/INT20070918b.html (Syria/Iran) 'Dozens died in Syrian-Iranian chemical weapons experiment' - Dozens of Iranian engineers & 15 Syrian officers killed July 23 http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1189411428847&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Lebanon) 'Terror leader escaped notice for over two years' - Rifles, RPGs, canisters of liquid hydrogen for bombs found in Sunni area http://www.dailystar.com.lb/article.asp?edition_id=1&categ_id=2&article_id=85399 (Israel) Terror group broadcasting from Temple Mount - Al-Quds network of Islamic Jihad broadcasting nightly prayers http://www.ynetnews.com/articles/0,7340,L-3450896,00.html 'Israeli warplanes raid' Lebanon - Flying supersonic at low altitude over southern Lebanon http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/middle_east/7001006.stm Gaza economic collapse puts businessmen, legal and illicit, in a bind - Hamas takeover leading to depression http://www.iht.com/articles/2007/09/18/africa/gaza.php (Australia & Afghanistan) SAS missions unsettle Taliban - Special Forces in secretive missions in Oruzgan http://www.news.com.au/heraldsun/story/0,21985,22443923-5005961,00.html Other News: (UK) BBC Newsround's al-Qaeda posting: why, oh why, did they do it? http://biased-bbc.blogspot.com/2007/09/roy-greenslade-blogging-at-grauniad.html http://blogs.guardian.co.uk/greenslade/2007/09/bbc_newsrounds_alqaeda_posting.html http://blogs.telegraph.co.uk/ukcorrespondents/holysmoke/sep07/newsround.htm September 18, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News (U.S.) Holy Land Foundation Trial: "Deception' Dominates HLF Closing Arguments http://www.investigativeproject.org/article/471 (U.S.) Holy Land trial starts summing up, boiling down http://www.dallasnews.com/sharedcontent/dws/news/localnews/crime/stories/DN-holyland_18met.ART.State.Edition1.4221dea.html (Al Qaeda) SITE - "Reasons and Motivations for the Attacks in New York and Washington" – Video Presentation from al-Tanzem Foundation for Sixth Anniversary of 9/11 http://siteinstitute.org/bin/articles.cgi?ID=publications315807&Category=publications&Subcategory=0 (Al Qaeda) How Mecca Uprising Helped Give Birth to al Qaeda -- new book "The Siege of Mecca" http://online.wsj.com/article/SB119007965327330717.html?mod=googlenews_wsj http://www.amazon.com/Siege-Mecca-Forgotten-Uprising-al-Qaeda/dp/0385519257/ref=pd_bbs_sr_1/002-1302589-1185613?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1190126483&sr=8-1 (Iraq) Two car bombs, two roadside bomb in Baghdad kill at least 12 people, wound 37, police say http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/18/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq-Violence.php Iraq witnesses record bloody day on 6th day of Ramadan -- 18 killed in car bomb, mortar attakcs http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1021112 (Iraq) Bombers target Baghdad morgue http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2007/09/18/bombers_target_baghdad_morgue/1948/ (Iraq) Attack on Kirkuk-Bayji pipeline http://news.monstersandcritics.com/middleeast/news/article_1357061.php/17_killed_across_Iraq_attack_on_Kirkuk-Bayji_pipeline__2nd_Lead_ (Iraq) Shiite cleric Muqtada al-Sadr calls on Iraqi govn't to abolish contracts of all foreign security companies http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/18/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq.php (Iraq) Private security firms in Iraq fight parallel war http://news.monstersandcritics.com/middleeast/news/article_1357079.php/Private_security_firms_in_Iraq_fight_parallel_war (Iraq) US security firm ordered to leave Iraq http://www.wjla.com/news/stories/0907/456377.html Iraq to review all security firms http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/world/middle_east/7000642.stm (Iraq) 'Shiite Taliban' rises as British depart Basra http://www.csmonitor.com/2007/0918/p11s01-wome.html (Afghanistan) Officials: U.S. Airstrike Kills Taliban Leader Behind South Korean Kidnappings -- Mullah Abdullah Jan, Taliban commander of Qara Bagh district in Ghazni province http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,297140,00.html (Afghanistan) ISAF soldier, 14 Taliban killed in southern Afghanistan http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1021074 (Afghanistan) British soldier killed in Afghanistan http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1021072 (Afghanistan) Four policemen among seven dead in bombing -- update on Monday suicide bombing http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2007/09/18/four_policemen_among_seven_dead_in_bombing/2212/ (Pakistan) Militants kill 18 Pakistani soldiers in Waziristan http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/September/subcontinent_September692.xml§ion=subcontinent (Pakistan) Militants blow up hospital in Mohmand Agency http://www.satp.org/satporgtp/detailed_news.asp?date1=9/18/2007#8 (Pakistan) Permanent military bases in FATA planned http://www.dawn.com/2007/09/18/top8.htm (Pakistan) US lists Pakistan as hub for illegal drugs http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\09\18\story_18-9-2007_pg7_9 (Pakistan) Jirga bans CDs, narcotics, in Mohmand Agency http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\09\18\story_18-9-2007_pg7_41 (India) Pakistan's 'ISI should be roped in to tackle terror' http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/ISI_should_be_roped_in_to_tackle_terror/articleshow/2379863.cms (Indian Kashmir) Pakistan Army upgrading 'ISI's North wing' to spread militancy across India: Paper http://news.webindia123.com/news/Articles/India/20070917/768537.html (India) Man held for harboring terrorists -- Harkat-ul-Mujahudin http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Cities/Man_held_for_harbouring_terrorists/articleshow/2378710.cms (India) Bangladeshi migrant Ridwan's 'arrest' likely today -- resemblance to the sketch of Lumbini blast suspect http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Cities/Ridwans_arrest_likely_today/articleshow/2378341.cms (Indian Kashmir) Four terrorists killed in Jammu and Kashmir - between Bhagat post and Guatam post in the Machhil sector of Kupwara district http://www.satp.org/satporgtp/detailed_news.asp?date1=9/18/2007#3 (Indian Kashmir) Two cops injured in Kashmir gunfight http://news.webindia123.com/news/Articles/India/20070918/769511.html Russia says top militant leader killed in Dagestan http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/18/europe/EU-GEN-Russia-Violent-Caucasus.php (Philippines) Bomb explodes in passenger bus in southern Philippines; no injuries http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/18/asia/AS-GEN-Philippines-Bus-Explosion.php (U.S.) Spy Chief Seeks More Eavesdropping Power http://ap.google.com/article/ALeqM5hPtUokv-PTVqt2xV4-6olMVIgahA (U.S.) New CIA official to determine source use http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20070918/NATION/109180056/1002 (U.S.) Al Qaeda losing popularity in Muslim world, US official says -- according to Karen Hughes http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1315500549 Iran threatens missile attacks on US targets - update report with additional detail http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml;jsessionid=1BVQVU21Y4WSLQFIQMFSFFWAVCBQ0IV0?xml=/news/2007/09/18/wiran118.xml - graphic http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/graphics/2007/09/18/wiran118big.jpg (Iran) Russia warns West over use of force, unilateral sanctions against Iran http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/18/europe/EU-GEN-Russia-France-Iran.php (Iran) Ahmadinejad says Iran does not take seriously war warning by France http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1189411427880&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Iran) US Gen. John Abizaid: 'World could find ways to live with nuclear Iran' http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1189411424866&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Hamas arrests prominent doctors and Fatah sympathizers http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/18/africa/ME-GEN-Palestinians-Doctors-Arrested.php Hamas Operative Planned to Murder Israelis in Jordan http://www.israelnationalnews.com/News/Flash.aspx/133397 More Details on Hamas Jordan Plot Released http://www.israelnationalnews.com/News/Flash.aspx/133400 Israel thwarted Hamas plan to attack Israelis in Jordan in 2005 http://www.haaretz.com/hasen/spages/904860.html Fatah-backed Palestinian government needs $1.6 bln a year http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/September/middleeast_September220.xml§ion=middleeast&col= Palestinian Authority celebrates 9/11 -- Official paper's cartoons glorify bin Laden, mock U.S. suffering http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=57696 Israeli soldier killed by Fatah sniper -- statement http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1020992 (Israel) Terrorists on amnesty list 'plotting with Hezbollah' -- Security officials say Abbas' group violating signed agreement with Olmert http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=57675 Israeli nuclear suspicions linked to raid in Syria http://www.iht.com/articles/2007/09/18/asia/18korea.php Israel says it's prepared for talks with Syria http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/20829570/ Syria accuses US of spreading "false" reports of nuclear activity, bias toward Israel http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/18/africa/ME-GEN-Syria-Israel.php North Korea Denies Nuclear Ties with Syria http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,297141,00.html North Korea calls Syria nuke ties talk 'conspiracy' http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/20829549/ Israeli forces fire on armed Palestinian in northern Gaza http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/17/africa/ME-GEN-Israel-Gaza.php Saudi Arabia to build 'security wall' along borders with Iraq http://www.earthtimes.org/articles/show/109575.html (UK) CTB Post: Operation Niche: The Conviction of Mohammed Atif Siddique -- by Evan Kohlmann http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/09/operation_niche_the_conviction.php (UK) Terrorism: Scottish Muslim faces up to 15 years in jail http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1315964343 (UK) Student 'was part of Canadian terror plot' -- addtl detail on role of Mohammed Siddique in Canada beheading plot http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/uk/crime/article2477567.ece http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml;jsessionid=2JD20R5BQYRRLQFIQMFSFFWAVCBQ0IV0?xml=/news/2007/09/17/nterror317.xml German minister says terrorist threat has not diminished http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=26&story_id=43949 (Germany) Terror Suspect Worked at Frankfurt Airport -- report by Der Spiegel http://www.spiegel.de/international/germany/0,1518,506190,00.html (Germany) Bomb plot suspect worked at Frankfurt airport http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=26&story_id=43951 German Justice Minister Proposes Extension of Anti-Terror Laws http://www.bloomberg.com/apps/news?pid=20601100&sid=aVtdiFOdVPA8&refer=germany Germany aims to tighten law on training in terrorist camps http://news.monstersandcritics.com/europe/news/article_1357056.php/Germany_aims_to_tighten_law_on_training_in_terrorist_camps http://www.eux.tv/article.aspx?articleId=14699 (Netherlands) Samir A. convicted again for terrorism http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=1&story_id=43988 (Turkey) 7 suspects questioned for Ankara bomb plot http://www.thenewanatolian.com/tna-28795.html (Somalia) Police searching for insurgents open fire in Somali capital, 1 dead http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/18/africa/AF-GEN-Somalia.php Somali radio station attacked by troops http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2007/09/18/somali_radio_station_attacked_by_troops/9816/ Sudan: Thousands More Flee Violence in Darfur - UN http://allafrica.com/stories/200709180683.html Sri Lanka: Sri Lanka accuses prosperous African nation Eritrea of arming LTTE http://www.sibernews.com/news/sri-lanka/-200709179652/ (Australia) Briefcase picks up bomb residues http://abc.net.au/science/news/stories/2007/2033185.htm?tech Other News: (UK) Video: Being an Apostate in Britain http://littlegreenfootballs.com/weblog/?entry=27089_Video-_Being_an_Apostate_in_Britain&only (UK) Muslim dentist 'told patient to wear a headscarf or go elsewhere' http://www.dailymail.co.uk/pages/live/articles/news/news.html?in_article_id=482112&in_page_id=1770 (Europe) Islam in Europe: Book Review: Breeding Betrayal http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/09/book-review-breeding-betrayal-1.html September 17, 2007 PM Anti-Terrorism News (U.S.) Muslim Brotherhood's papers detail plan to seize U.S. -- Group's takeover plot emerges in Holy Land case http://www.dallasnews.com/sharedcontent/dws/news/localnews/stories/091707dnmetbrotherhood.35ce2b6.html (Al Qaeda) CTB Analysis: Third 9/11 Jihadist Video Calls For Attacks on West http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/09/third_911_video.php Terrorism: Al-Qaeda releases third 9/11 video http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1313947293 (U.S.) Florida: 'Jihad Boom' Postcards Mailed To Schools Feature Threatening Cartoons - several threats featured Walt Disney World http://www.local6.com/news/14129427/detail.html -- Tallahassee news report: "Jihad Boom' postcards mailed to schools feature threatening cartoons" http://www.tallahassee.com/legacy/special/blogs/2007/09/jihad-boom-postcards-mailed-to-schools.html -- images of postcards http://www.local6.com/slideshow/news/14129598/detail.html?qs=1;s=1;p=news&dm=ss&tn=b -- National Terror Alert Response Center report blog article http://www.nationalterroralert.com/updates/2007/09/17/school-terror-threat-jihad-boom-postcards-with-threatening-cartoon-sent-to-nine-schools/ (U.S.) Grassley hits data-sharing failure -- DHS problems with sharing information about potential terrorists http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20070917/NATION/109170069/1002 (U.S.) White House threatens terror insurance bill veto http://www.boston.com/news/nation/washington/articles/2007/09/17/white_house_threatens_veto_of_terror_insurance_bill/ (Iraq) An Outline of Kurdish Islamist Groups in Iraq - Jamestown Foundation analysis http://app.bronto.com/public/?q=link&fn=Key&id=brgoknujsnkfxfhfsmitogkdfaqtbfj&link=btvesfbwvecjrtbiywrrycxvwiombbg Iraqi Tribes Organizing Against Al-Qaeda In Mossul Region http://www.thememriblog.org/blog_personal/en/2903.htm (Pakistan/India) How the ISI misleads Indian investigators http://www.rediff.com/news/2007/sep/17isi.htm (Indian Kashmir) 5000 Pakistani Islamic Jihadis Ready To Infiltrate Into Kashmir http://www.india-defence.com/reports-3544 (Lebanon) Libyan Terrorist and aides arrested, Explosives Confiscated -- in the villages of Anout and Zatwar http://www.naharnet.com/domino/tn/NewsDesk.nsf/getstory?openform&9DB518322B21A1DDC2257359002CB867 (Netherlands) Convicted Dutch Islamist jailed for 4 more years -- Dutch-Moroccan Samir Azzouz found guilty for plotting attacks on govt buildings http://www.deepikaglobal.com/ENG4_sub.asp?ccode=ENG4&newscode=3258 Germany backs online eavesdropping to fight terrorists http://www.nzherald.co.nz/category/story.cfm?c_id=30&objectid=10464174 German official's hijack plan criticized http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070917/ap_on_re_eu/germany_terror_airliners France ups ante in war of words with Iran - Supports European sanctions program http://afp.google.com/article/ALeqM5iq_VFZPz1Pzfc_rl3HCeLy4-Q_9Q (France) Commentary: why France has become hawkish on Islam http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/europe/article2474301.ece (Sweden) Four questions on al Qaeda's threat to Sweden http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/09/four_questions_on_al_qaedas_th.php (Turkey) Evidence discovered in Ankara parking lot-bomb points to PKK http://www.todayszaman.com/tz-web/detaylar.do?load=detay&link=122345 (Turkey) PKK uses northern Iraq as arsenal, says official report http://www.todayszaman.com/tz-web/detaylar.do?load=detay&link=122346 (UK) Glasgow student 'planned to join Canada plot' -- additional details following today's guilty verdict for Mohammed Siddique http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/09/17/nterror317.xml (UK) Deobandi movement: A movement fostered by the fear of 'imperial' rule - September 7 report http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/comment/faith/article2402997.ece (Libya) Al Qaeda in Libya http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/09/al_qaeda_in_libya.php Tunisia Islamists may face death penalty-lawyer http://africa.reuters.com/wire/news/usnCHI754260.html (US/Columbia) Court approves 25 million dollars fine to Chiquita for payment to paramilitaries http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070917/bs_afp/uscolombiaattacks;_ylt=AgraOX8D17rW0ZqybvT7BWKs0NUE Colombia's FARC Leader to Meet Chavez October 8, Tiempo Reports http://www.bloomberg.com/apps/news?pid=20601086&sid=aSM4xenmP4f0 Other News: (Europe) A New Brand of Nonbelievers -- In a Divided Europe, Ex-Muslims Want to Be Heard http://abcnews.go.com/International/story?id=3607887&page=1 (Europe) UN rights chief sees bigotry in Europe on Islam http://africa.reuters.com/wire/news/usnL17897860.html Egypt: Christian twins forced to convert to Islam http://www.compassdirect.org/en/display.php?page=news&lang=en&length=long&idelement=5018&backpage=&critere=&countryname=&rowcur= Morocco: 'Cure' for madness and homosexuality with 'Koran therapy' http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Religion/?id=1.0.1314101465 (U.S.) Indianapolis: Airport's sinks to help Muslims carry out rituals http://www.indystar.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20070916/LOCAL/709160457/-1/LOCAL17 (U.S.) Washington Post Ombudsman Deborah Howell 'Explains' "Why Were These Comics Dropped?" -- regarding Islamist discussion in "Opus" http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/09/14/AR2007091401935.html September 17, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News (Al Qaeda) Qaeda urges Islamic terror in West in third 9/11 video -- called on Islamists to sow terror in the West to create a climate of fear http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070917/pl_afp/usattacksqaeda_070917103758;_ylt=AteSlCF1F1zjaqAKE9W_mA4Tv5UB (Al Qaeda) Terror must be normal part of life: al-Qaeda http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,22434196-23109,00.html (Al Qaeda) Terror: Third Al Qaeda's video, attacks must be normal http://www.agi.it/world/news/200709171519-cro-ren0049-art.html Al Qaeda 'co-opts' new affiliates - LA Times report http://www.latimes.com/news/nationworld/world/la-fg-alqaeda16sep16,1,1751354.story?ctrack=1&cset=true Al Qaeda taking over regional groups: report http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\09\17\story_17-9-2007_pg7_41 (Al Qaeda) Report: Bin Laden sidelined as al-Qaeda threat revives -- Daily Telegraph report and graphic http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/09/16/walq116.xml http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/graphics/2007/09/16/walq116big.gif (Iraq) U.S. troops capture 12 Iraqis suspected of links with Iranian paramilitaries; kill 7 al-Qaida linked militants, detain 31 others in latest raids http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/17/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq-Raids.php (Iraq) Car bomb blast kills 10 people in Baghdad -- close to a Shiite mosque in the district of Jamila http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1020764 (Iraq) U.S. military: al-Qaida in Iraq emir, 2 foreign militants killed in Mosul http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/17/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq-Raid.php (Iraq) Explosion in Iraqi army base south of Baghdad kills two Iraqi soldiers, wounds 10, police say - attack in Hillah -- also Baquoba gunmen attack of family threatened by Al Qaeda http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/17/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq-Violence.php (Iraq) Sunnis stage protest against Shiite police chief in former al-Qaida stronghold -- in Baquoba http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/17/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq-Sunni-Protest.php Iraq orders halt to US security firm's operations -- Blackwater reportedly involved in shootout http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070917/wl_afp/iraqunrestusblackwater_070917115057;_ylt=AnqGFaIYkDSCmzsiAwZd1LNX6GMA (Iraq) Sunday - Al Qaeda Steps Up Violence, Kills 41 in Attacks Throughout Iraq -- updated roundup on Sunday violence http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,296956,00.html (Iraq) Tuz Khurmatu blast leaves nine dead, 24 injured -- south of Kirkuk - on Sunday http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1020668 (Afghanistan) Suicide blast in Afghanistan kills eight: official -- attack on police offices in the Nad Ali district - southern Afghanistan http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070917/wl_sthasia_afp/afghanistanunrestsuicide_070917121612;_ylt=AiBZu6oPuH8NrRmTPrgUSQrOVooA (Afghanistan) NATO airstrikes kill suspected insurgent near Afghan capital -- NATO and Afghan army troops came under fire east of Kabul and then called in airstrikes http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1189411417109&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Afghanistan) Four die in NATO bombing near Kabul http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1020732 (Afghanistan) Taliban steps back from negotiations call http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070917/wl_asia_afp/afghanistanunresttalibantalks_070917074137;_ylt=AmNFMh5X6XZEGYOFyh7LH_TOVooA (Afghanistan) Bangladesh appeals for release of aid worker abducted in Afghanistan http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/17/asia/AS-GEN-Bangladesh-Afghanistan-Aid-Worker.php Pakistani forces kill 16 militants in clash - in the Shawal area, southwest of Miranshah http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070917/wl_nm/pakistan_violence_dc_1;_ylt=Au2cuhcTBVuHdq614GWhGbvzPukA (Pakistan) 3 security personnel injured, 2 Taliban killed in gunbattle -- Taliban attack on Amin checkpost http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\09\17\story_17-9-2007_pg7_4 (Pakistan) Pro-Taliban cleric killed in Pakistan -- Maulana Hassan Jan, a senior leader of Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/World/Pakistan/Pro-Taliban_cleric_killed_in_Pakistan/articleshow/2372737.cms Pakistan: Jirga claims progress in talks for soldiers' release http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1313604106 Pakistan army, militants cease fire in Afghan border region, officials say http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/17/asia/AS-GEN-Pakistan-Kidnapped-Soldiers.php (Pakistan) Saboteurs blow up pylon - in Quetta http://www.dawn.com/2007/09/17/top13.htm (Pakistan) Unregistered madrassas: Local representatives helping collect data http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\09\17\story_17-9-2007_pg1_6 (India) Suspected Harkat-ul-Mujahideen terrorist held in New Delhi http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Cities/Suspected_Harkat-ul-Mujahideen_terrorist_held_in_New_Delhi/articleshow/2376476.cms (India) Four Lashker-e-Toiba (LeT) members were arrested in Sopore area of Baramulla district http://www.hindustantimes.com/StoryPage/StoryPage.aspx?id=20c6a5c4-0009-4643-8f18-7c6f12134a60&&Headline=Four+LeT+members+arrested (Indian Kashmir) Encounter between security force personnel and LeT militants in Jammu & Kashmir http://www.satp.org/satporgtp/detailed_news.asp?date1=9/17/2007#9 (India Assam) Police arrest rebel commander in northeastern India - Prabal Neog, a commander of the United Liberation Front of Asom http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/17/asia/AS-GEN-India-Rebel-Commander.php (U.S.) Holy Land Foundation Trial: Closing Arguments Begin In Terrorism Trial http://www.nbc5i.com/news/14129755/detail.html (U.S.) Trial nears in Sears Tower terror case http://abcnews.go.com/US/wireStory?id=3609437 http://rds.yahoo.com/_ylt=A0WTTkgKpe5GyAIA8RbQtDMD;_ylu=X3oDMTBjZGM1ZGE1BHBvcwM1BHNlYwNzcg--/SIG=13k2repcb/EXP=1190131338/**http%3a//www.boston.com/news/nation/articles/2007/09/17/trial_nears_for_seven_in_miami_terror_case (U.S.) Guanatanamo Bay - Waging "war on terrorism" 30 squares at a time http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070917/lf_nm/usa_guantanamo_guards_dc (U.S.) Analysis: Commentary Homegrown Campus Jihadist? -- Houseein Zorkot arrest http://frontpagemagazine.com/Articles/Read.aspx?GUID=F7FAB5DA-1710-47AC-A27B-6B767ADD6883 (U.S.) Mukasey Has Long Terror Resume - Nominee for Attorney General presided at trials of 1993 WTC bombing defendants and Jose Padilla http://ap.google.com/article/ALeqM5h22W0Oiby6VJIKQff9kjQnibTvqA (Iran) France: Prepare for war over Iran http://www.cnn.com/2007/WORLD/europe/09/17/france.iran.ap/index.html Iran scorns French warning of war http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/europe/6998602.stm Iran warns US: We have you in our sights http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=25&story_id=43959 (Iran) US Defense Secretary Gates: US favors diplomacy with Iran http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1189411410169&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Iran) 600 Iranian missiles said to be pointed at targets in Israel http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1189411419433&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Iran) IAEA chief warns against striking Iran, of 'hype' reminiscent before Iraq attack http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/17/europe/EU-GEN-Nuclear-Agency-Iran.php (Iran) IAEA's Mohamed ElBaradei at center of standoff over Iran's nuclear program http://www.iht.com/articles/2007/09/16/asia/baradei.php (Iran) Ahmadinejad appeals to Americans while criticizing U.S. policy in Iraq http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/17/africa/ME-GEN-Iran-US.php (Iran) MEMRI: Escalation in the Positions of Iranian President Ahmadinejad– Special Report http://memri.org/bin/latestnews.cgi?ID=IA171407 (Gaza) Palestinian Islamic Jihad fighters attack Israeli military jeep http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1020772 (Gaza) Palestinian gunners shell southern Israel -- spokesman http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1020647 (Gaza) Hamas' new order exacts toll on Gazans http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/20812849/ Report: Hamas leaders boost security http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1189411418963&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Abbas Filmed Telling Security Chief: "Slaughter" Hamas http://www.israelnationalnews.com/News/Flash.aspx/133336 Israeli deputy defense minister: Hamas truce should be examined http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/September/middleeast_September210.xml§ion=middleeast&col= (Israel) Terrorist offered amnesty by Olmert caught prepping for attacks -- Latest in a series of violations as Israeli PM likely to pardon more gunmen http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=57676 Israel fears terror attack at sea http://www.ynetnews.com/articles/0,7340,L-3450186,00.html Jordan frees four Islamists ahead of November poll http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/September/middleeast_September212.xml§ion=middleeast&col= (Saudi Arabia) Former Saudi dissident slams bin Laden -- Shaikh Salman Al Odah http://www.gulfinthemedia.com/index.php?id=343163&news_type=Top&lang=en Saudi Columnists Criticize Iran, Syria, Hizbullah http://memri.org/bin/latestnews.cgi?ID=IA39007 (UK) Scottish Muslim student convicted of Internet terrorist offenses -- Mohammed Atif Siddique found guilty of four counts involving possession and distribution of terrorist material via Web sites and providing instructional material about guns and explosives over the Internet http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/17/europe/EU-GEN-Britain-Terror-Conviction.php (UK) Scotland: Student guilty of terror offences -- BBC report http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/scotland/tayside_and_central/6997830.stm Key figures http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/scotland/glasgow_and_west/6990936.stm (UK) Scotland: Mohammed Siddique guilty of terror charges http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml;jsessionid=PWBTVPCARJ4BZQFIQMGSFGGAVCBQWIV0?xml=/news/2007/09/17/nterror117.xml (UK) Lecturers 'must block extremism' - in universities http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/education/6998418.stm (UK) Eight Britons have control orders -- More than half of terror suspects under house arrest-like conditions in the UK are now British http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/6999016.stm (UK) Sailors to 'spy' on terror suspects http://ukpress.google.com/article/ALeqM5jg8dCHAaO2d0RRgwQRnlcZ5bzW7Q (Denmark) 'Al-Qaida training camp exists in Pakistan' -- US helped Danish security locate terror suspects through electronic intercepts of Pakistan Al-Qaeda training camp http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Top_Headlines/Al-Qaida_training_camp_exists_in_Pakistan/articleshow/2376580.cms (Denmark) New terrorism case confirms that Denmark is a target http://www.iht.com/articles/2007/09/17/europe/17denmark.php Austrian Muslims warn against panic after terror arrests http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/17/europe/EU-GEN-Austria-Terror-Arrests.php (Sweden) Extremists force cartoonist into hiding http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2007/09/17/extremists_force_cartoonist_into_hiding/3882/ (Sweden) Cartoonist shrugs at Islamic death threat: 'It's good to know how much one is worth' http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/europe/article2468964.ece Canadian federal court upholds Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM)'s "terrorist character" -- MQM's Mohammed Kashif Omer sought asylum http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\09\17\story_17-9-2007_pg7_6 (Canada) PM's office kept tight rein on terror file following Toronto arrests http://www.theglobeandmail.com/servlet/story/LAC.20070917.TERROR17/TPStory/National Algeria, China teamed on nuke -- U.S. government suspected China was helping Algeria build a secret facility in 1991 for developing nuclear weapons http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20070917/NATION/109170066/1001 (Mali) 8 killed in Tuareg attack in northern Mali http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/17/africa/AF-GEN-Mali-Tuareg-Attack.php Philippine officials: Muslim militants may resort to kites to attack military choppers http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/17/asia/AS-GEN-Philippines-Killer-Kites.php Philippines: MILF gives army free hand to pursue other rebels http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1313711227 Sri Lanka vows to defeat Tamil Tigers http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/September/subcontinent_September658.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= North Korea nuclear talks postponed, reasons unknown http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/17/asia/AS-GEN-Koreas-Nuclear.php Vietnam returns bomb-grade uranium to Russia http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070917/wl_nm/nuclear_vietnam_uranium_dc (Nepal) Passenger killed in Nepal bus bomb attack http://abc.net.au/news/stories/2007/09/17/2035834.htm?section=justin Wordpress Still Hosting al Qaeda Website: Killing Americans is Muslim Duty http://mypetjawa.mu.nu/archives/189398.php Other News: Islam: Top British cleric warns of dangers facing Muslim converts to Christianity http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Religion/?id=1.0.1313793477 Netherlands: Attitudes towards leaving Islam http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/09/netherlands-attitudes-towards-leaving.html (Europe) Islamic Radicalism In Europe Reflects Spiritual Void http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/09/islamic-radicalism-in-europe-reflects.html (Belgium) Flanders: Refusing male gynecologists http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/09/flanders-refusing-male-gynecologists.html (Spain) Muslims angry over Melilla Day celebrations http://www.expatica.com/actual/toc.asp?subchannel_id=81 Palestinian Islamists: Sheehan 'gives us hope' U.S. will change Mideast policies http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=57674 (Russia) Murder Suspect to Run For Parliament in Russia -- accused on planting radioactive isotope in London http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/09/16/AR2007091600382.html Italian police target neo-Nazi group in raids http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/17/europe/EU-GEN-Italy-Neo-Nazis.php September 16, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News (U.S.) Closing Set For Monday In Muslim Charity Trial on Holy Land trial http://cbs11tv.com/local/local_story_259173352.html Iraqi police colonel assassinated near home http://edition.cnn.com/2007/WORLD/meast/09/16/iraq.main/ (Iraq) US captures Qaeda suspect in Iraq sheikh killing http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070916/ts_afp/iraq_070916123051 Iraq: Bicycle bomb strikes, 5 dead http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070916/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq;_ylt=AkxkICeA3wYHLbScfIqD87Ws0NUE (Iraq) Militants step up Iraq attacks, kill 30 http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070916/ts_nm/iraq_dc (Iraq) Official: Militants loyal to al Qaeda attack Shiite villages http://www.cnn.com/2007/WORLD/meast/09/16/iraq.main/index.html?section=cnn_latest (Iraq) State Dept. Convoy Attacked in Baghdad, Sparking a Shootout http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/09/16/AR2007091601062.html (Iraq) U.S. expands Anbar model to Iraq Shiites http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070916/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq_shiite_sheiks;_ylt=Arkv49.yMtE_Nga77UHA0Qus0NUE (Iraq) Sunni leaders in Iraq threatened - Islamic State of Iraq: "special security committees" to Sunni tribal figures http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070915/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq;_ylt=AqDeuBSmztKiritaQgwZ.pGs0NUE (Iraq) Sadr's movement pulls out of Iraq alliance http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070915/ts_nm/iraq_dc;_ylt=AtiJRSXvIVshK2kHdhflOe2s0NUE (Afghanistan) 3 alleged Taliban kidnappers killed - Allegedly involved in abduction of 23 South Koreans http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070916/ap_on_re_as/afghan_violence_3 (Afghanistan) Bangladeshi aid worker kidnapped http://www.alertnet.org/thenews/newsdesk/ISL4038.htm (India) Al-Qaeda taking a new approach to terrorism in India - outsourcing the terrorism on local active terrorist arms http://www.indiadaily.com/editorial/18227.asp (Iran) 'Pentagon listed 2,000 Iranian targets' - U.S. State Department giving up on diplomatic solution http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1189411410169&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml;jsessionid=TZ255BYAJ4BL3QFIQMFSFFOAVCBQ0IV0?xml=/news/2007/09/16/wiran116.xml (Lebanon) Wife casts fresh doubt on fate of Islamist in Lebanon camp http://afp.google.com/article/ALeqM5h36F94IXMw5d1oMtiy5WEAeLtcjg (Lebanon) Lebanese Army nabs Taha, three other Fatah al-Islam men trying to enter Beddawi camp http://www.dailystar.com.lb/article.asp?edition_id=1&categ_id=2&article_id=85336 Israelis 'blew apart Syrian nuclear cache' http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/middle_east/article2461421.ece Israel Sends Tanks Into Northern Gaza Strip To Rout Out Rocket Launchers http://www.nasdaq.com/aspxcontent/NewsStory.aspx?cpath=20070915%5cACQRTT200709152230RTTRADERUSEQUITY_0032.htm& Hamas force says defuses bomb at Gaza parliament http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070915/wl_nm/palestinians_parliament_dc;_ylt=Av6Pmkg88TX9Bs6UR73CCHSs0NUE (Somalia) Bungled kidnapping and shootings kill 4 http://www.alertnet.org/thenews/newsdesk/L16271081.htm Germany warns of terror nuclear attack http://tvnz.co.nz/view/page/1318360/1352120 (Turkey) PKK members held over bomb plot http://tvnz.co.nz/view/page/411366/1351526 (Sweden) Al-Qaida: Bounty on Swedish cartoonist -- SITE Institute summary of Abu Omar al-Baghdadi's statement http://www.kentucky.com/476/story/177343.html http://siteinstitute.org/bin/articles.cgi?ID=publications315507&Category=publications&Subcategory=0 Colombia rejects Venezuela's hostage swap request http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070916/wl_nm/colombia_hostages_dc;_ylt=Alpvzs3Q9yeqH8wsbZWJ3Cas0NUE September 15, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News (Iraq) Coalition Forces Kill 14 Terrorists in Iraq -- detain 17 -- raids in central and northern Iraq http://www.voanews.com/english/2007-09-15-voa2.cfm?rss=middle Iraqi, US forces kill extremist commander in Diwaniyah http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1841730&Language=en Iraq: al-Qaida group threatens Sunnis http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070915/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq_070914200140;_ylt=AoUcdlhkFTB_DnLN9We6asZX6GMA (Iraq) Four US troops killed in Diyala http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1841680&Language=en (Iraq) UK troop numbers in Iraq to be halved by December (my title) http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml;jsessionid=REDAVVL2UGVG3QFIQMFSFGGAVCBQ0IV0?xml=/news/2007/09/15/wkuwait115.xml (Iraq) US State Dept Report: Religious freedom deteriorates in Iraq http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/20773438/ Afghan police kill 3 Taliban involved with SKorean kidnappings -- Interior Ministry update on Friday story http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/15/asia/AS-GEN-Afghan-Violence.php (Pakistan) Explosion at CD center in N. Pakistan wounds five, 14 shops destroyed http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1841732&Language=en (Pakistan) Islamabad blast suspect arrested in NWFP http://www.satp.org/satporgtp/detailed_news.asp?date1=9/15/2007#10 (Pakistan) Peshawar police foil bombing attempt http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\09\15\story_15-9-2007_pg7_15 (Pakistan) Al Qaeda has made Pakistan Army vulnerable even in barracks -- growing presence of Taliban indoctrinated soldiers within the Pakistan Army http://www.newkerala.com/oct.php?action=fullnews&id=586 (Pakistan) Confederation of Terror http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/09/14/AR2007091401980.html (Pakistan) US sees serious religious freedom problems in Pakistan http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\09\15\story_15-9-2007_pg7_17 (India) Report: Hyderabad blasts brain Bilal killed -- Times of India report http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/articleshow/2370595.cms India, Bangladesh discuss fight against terror http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1841738&Language=en (Indian Kashmir) Five terrorists and two civilians killed in Jammu and Kashmir -- at Dalwa area -- Pakistani cadre of Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) killed by security forces in Sodal http://www.satp.org/satporgtp/detailed_news.asp?date1=9/15/2007#2 (India Assam) ULFA militant killed in encounter in Assam http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/ULFA_militant_killed_in_encounter_in_Assam/articleshow/2372009.cms (India) Maoists kill one civilian and a SPO in Chhattisgarh http://www.satp.org/satporgtp/detailed_news.asp?date1=9/15/2007#4 (U.S.) South Carolina pipebomb case: Car's explosive contents revealed at hearing for USF students -- Ahmed Mohamed on video saying remote car detonator could "save one who wants to be a martyr for another battle" http://blogs.tampabay.com/breakingnews/2007/09/usf-student-won.html (U.S.) Details emerge in South Carolina explosives case -- laptop had websites on weapons, jihadists http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070915/ap_on_re_us/explosives_arrest_terrorism (U.S.) Lowcountry terror case deepens http://www.charleston.net/news/2007/sep/15/lowcountry_terror_case_deepens16109/ (U.S.) CIA Bans Water-Boarding in Terror Interrogations http://blogs.abcnews.com/theworldnewser/2007/09/cia-bans-water-.html http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2007/09/14/cia_gives_up_waterboarding/2133/ (U.S.) Syria-N. Korea Reports Won't Stop Talks http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/09/14/AR2007091402207.html IAF attacked N. Korean nuclear shipment to Syria http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1189411402111&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (US/North Korea) US experts end N.Korea nuclear visit http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/koreas_nuclear;_ylt=AjwJSjfcq_1FK1BrUcjNFTuCscEA (U.S.) AP: Federal agencies flunk their audits -- DHS and DoD http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070915/ap_on_go_ot/failed_audits (Canada) Quebec terror suspect remanded in custody http://www.ctv.ca/servlet/ArticleNews/story/CTVNews/20070914/terror_arrest_070914/20070914?hub=CTVNewsAt11 (Canada) Bomb suspect's Quebec journey http://www.theglobeandmail.com/servlet/story/RTGAM.20070915.warrest15/BNStory/National/?page=rss&id=RTGAM.20070915.warrest15 (Canada) Maskinonge: one church, one terror suspect http://www.canada.com/montrealgazette/story.html?id=8bca3697-e332-4657-81eb-b3dbc923d8cb&k=43408 (Austria) Terror suspect in Austria released http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070915/ap_on_re_eu/austria_threat (Sweden) Al-Qaida: Bounty on Swedish cartoonist http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070915/ap_on_re_mi_ea/al_qaida_cartoonist_3;_ylt=AjpMYwLK.gfEDVHM4fwNJCgTv5UB (Europe) Converts To Islam Move Up In Cells -- Arrests in Europe Illuminate Shift http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/09/14/AR2007091402265.html Algerian authorities arrest five people on charges of terrorism links http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1841697&Language=en (Algeria) Eight hurt in Algerian bomb blast http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,22422026-23109,00.html Eritrean president pledges support for Somali rebels -- Eritrea has supported Somali Council of Islamic Courts since December http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/15/africa/AF-GEN-Eritrea-Somalia.php Somalia: Eritrean Head Attends Opposition Conference in Asmara http://allafrica.com/stories/200709141022.html Iranian influence, both commercial and political, increases in Iraq, worrying Washington http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/15/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq-Irans-Influence.php (Lebanon/Syria) US claims Hezbollah still smuggling arms through Syria http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070914/pl_afp/lebanonunresthezbollahus Lebanon: Fatah Islam figures caught http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070915/ap_on_re_mi_ea/lebanon_fatah_islam_1;_ylt=AlpWkWVtHSHlrYfulfbZpaXagGIB (Gaza) Palestinian Islamic Jihad attacks Israeli army unit in northern Gaza http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1841695&Language=en (Gaza) Fatah says Hamas must back out of Gaza coup before negotiations can begin http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1841704&Language=en Palestinian PFLP militant leader says Hamas targeting his party http://www.haaretz.com/hasen/spages/903760.html (Thailand) Bomb kills 1, wounds 5 in Thailand's restive south -- Pattani bridge bomb http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/15/asia/AS-GEN-Thailand-Southern-Violence.php (Sri Lanka) Bomb, clashes kill 29 in Sri Lanka http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070915/ap_on_re_as/sri_lanka_1;_ylt=AhS9cqIY8ek3Cv3eTVAHMLctM8oA Colombia "has faith" in Chavez-FARC meeting http://english.eluniversal.com/2007/09/14/en_pol_art_colombia-has-faith_14A1024277.shtml Commentary: John Doe in post-9/11 era - by Michelle Malkin http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20070915/COMMENTARY/109150001 Other News: (U.S.) Dearborn hosts October 27 anti-terrorism conference -- Robert Spencer, Frank Gaffney among confirmed speakers http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=57654 (Poland) Communists could return to power in Poland http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/09/15/wpoland215.xml September 14, 2007 PM Anti-Terrorism News U.S.: Syria on nuclear watch list -- US says North Koreans were in Syria and that Syrians may have had contacts with "secret suppliers" to obtain nuclear equipment http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070914/ap_on_re_mi_ea/syria_us_4 http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1189411402111&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (U.S.) Michigan: ABC news video update on 911 call regarding arrest of Husain Zorkot - confiscated items at home turned over to FBI http://www.wxyz.com/news/local/story.aspx?content_id=0f527303-3b17-4588-88f2-43283cf02574&rss=785 (U.S.) Michigan: September 21 Preliminary Exam Hearing for Zorkot (my title) -- arrested with AK47 http://www.freep.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20070914/NEWS02/709140424 (U.S.) Michigan: Detroit Television Report: Police Prevent Terrorist Attack in Michigan http://www.wlns.com/Global/story.asp?S=7075639&nav=5D7v (U.S.) Muslim Brotherhood Set Up Numerous U.S. Front Groups since the 1990s pose threat to US - per Pentagon Joint Staff analyst -- documents entered into Holy Land Foundation trial http://washingtontimes.com/article/20070914/NATION04/109140086/1008 (U.S.) CTB Analysis: Report: Muslim Brotherhood U.S. Front Groups a Threat http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/09/muslim_brotherhood_front_groups.php (Iraq) Al Qaeda group claims killing of Iraqi Sunni leader http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070914/wl_nm/iraq_anbar_qaeda_dc_2;_ylt=As9i0QEDthbxbIq6mvGj0ORX6GMA (Iraq) Coalition forces kill five terrorists, detain scores others http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1841578&Language=en Afghanistan: NATO unable to stop resurgent militants http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1305413605 (Afghanistan) Troops kill six Taliban linked to alleged South Korean abductor http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070914/wl_sthasia_afp/afghanistanunrest;_ylt=A9G_RoLGqupGXFoBSQRvaA8F (Afghanistan) Taliban commander says reports of death premature - Afghan gov't reported death of Mullah Brother two weeks ago http://www.alertnet.org/thenews/newsdesk/ISL245830.htm (Saudi Arabia) Failed suicide bomber turns on al Qaeda -- Ahmad al Shayea survived Iraq suicide bombing mission - 700 former Al Qaeda free in Saudi Arabia http://www.cnn.com/2007/WORLD/meast/09/14/reformed.jihadist/index.html (Saudi Arabia) The Saudi Reign of Terror http://www.nysun.com/article/62636 (Germany) US Helped Nab German Suspects http://news.yahoo.com/s/time/20070914/wl_time/ushelpednabgermansuspects Franco-German split emerges on Iran sanctions http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070914/wl_nm/iran_sanctions_dc;_ylt=Av5VPB5A45RL0AIBYCj2.tKs0NUE (Canada) RCMP says no explosives found on terror plot suspect arrested in Quebec http://ca.news.yahoo.com/s/capress/070914/national/austria_cda_terror_arrests_8 (Indonesia) Bali bombings: Victims want alleged terrorist tried in international court http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/14/europe/EU-GEN-Austria-Britain-Terror-Victims.php (Algeria) Bomb kills three in Algeria: residents http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070914/wl_nm/algeria_blast_dc;_ylt=AmVBPSfw8lKV3OhX6abCLvSs0NUE (Algeria) Bomb hits near Algerian police compound http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070914/ap_on_re_af/algeria_bombing_3 Algeria: Al-Qaeda 'recruited over fifty under-16s from Dec-April' http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1304430589 (Somalia) Islamists to lead Somali opposition alliance http://www.alertnet.org/thenews/newsdesk/L14772138.htm (Kenya) Up to 3,000 Kenyan Muslims protest handling of terror suspects http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/14/africa/AF-GEN-Kenya-Protests.php (Sudan) Darfur rebels urge defiant leader to attend peace talks http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070914/wl_nm/sudan_rebels_dc Nigerian troops clash with armed men in oil region http://www.mg.co.za/articlepage.aspx?area=/breaking_news/breaking_news__africa/&articleid=319341&referrer=RSS (Australia / Sri Lanka) Tiger trio raised A$ 2m for suicide terror - Accused of collecting from Australia's Tamils for equipment similar to suicide bombings http://www.dailynews.lk/2007/09/15/sec10.asp Other News: (U.S.) Flying Imams, US Airways Agree On Lawsuit Targets, Liability http://crosswordbebop.blogspot.com/2007/09/flying-imams-us-airways-agree-on.html (Morocco) Islamists expected to take most seats in Morocco's parliamentary election http://www.cp.org/english/online/OnlineFullStory.aspx?filename=w090753A&newsitemid=52433028&languageid=1 Organization of the Islamic Conference (OIC) urges de-linking Islam from terrorism http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1841424&Language=en Video: Speaker of Palestinian Legislative Council Ahmad Bahr Refers to Jews as "Brothers of Pigs and Apes" http://www.memritv.org/clip/en/1553.htm Islamism: Six Years After The Wake-Up Call http://www.westernresistance.com/blog/archives/003857.html France: Are Islamists Driving Jews Out? http://www.westernresistance.com/blog/archives/003858.html Commentary: FSM Remembers 9/11 http://www.familysecuritymatters.org/terrorism.php?id=1319563 September 14, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News (Iraq) Truck bomb kills seven police north of Baghdad -- northern town of Baiji http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070914/wl_nm/iraq_baiji_dc_1;_ylt=AjiSrMdKLQPL9wuBb4aOA9BX6GMA http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1020110 (Iraq) US, Iraqi troops kill 3 suspects during raid on Anbar mosque http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/focusoniraq/2007/September/focusoniraq_September83.xml§ion=focusoniraq Iraq: Revenge sought in sheik's death -- Sunni Abdul-Sattar Abu Risha organized alliance against Al-Qaeda http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070914/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq_070914093249;_ylt=AveBAYz.K6MIwlri3WfD9JNX6GMA Iraq: Bush pledges US partial troop withdrawal http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1304161956 (Iraq) Get out or die, security force chief tells interpreters for British Army http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/iraq/article2448785.ece (Afghanistan) Ten Taliban killed in Afghan firefights: U.S. military http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070914/ts_nm/afghan_violence_dc_1 (Afghanistan) Bomb maker among three arrested in eastern Afghanistan -- Taliban Haji Shir Khan -- in Sherzad district of Nangahar province http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/September/subcontinent_September543.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= Pakistan: Bus attack kills 7 in Karachi http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1304162504 Pakistan's newest threat: Army officer turns suicide bomber http://ia.rediff.com/news/2007/sep/14raman.htm (Pakistan) Suicide attack that killed 16 soldiers in Pakistan likely an inside job, official says http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/14/asia/AS-GEN-Pakistan-Violence.php (Pakistan) Six Pakistani soldiers go missing in Waziristan, 11 others released http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1020089 Pakistan probes Al-Qaeda link to attack on commandos http://afp.google.com/article/ALeqM5iQp1fJuKKNxP2XvWnOOlbLhSen9g (Pakistan) Nine shops blown up -- in Biltang market http://www.dawn.com/2007/09/14/top10.htm (Pakistan) Legal organization head threatens "suicide attacks if lawyers tortured" http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\09\14\story_14-9-2007_pg7_6 (Pakistan) Issue of new Imam keeps Lal Masjid closed http://www.dawn.com/2007/09/14/top18.htm (Indian Kashmir) Four Lashkar guerrillas killed in Jammu, Kashmir -- in Kishtwar district http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1020061 (Indian Kashmir) India adopts three-pronged strategy to end Kashmir insurgency http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070914/wl_sthasia_afp/indiakashmirunrest_070914071532;_ylt=Aq9tor3B7pZeS4.y0Kcv3PtA7AkB (India) Hyderabad: 13 terrorist modules or sleeping cells in the city (my title) http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Cities/Hyderabad/Police_sleep_on_terror_modules/articleshow/2367262.cms (India) 'Bilal brainwashed 300 Hyderabadis' -- Shahid Bilal associated with Hyderabid bombings http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/articleshow/2363810.cms India: Sniffer dogs to enhance security for railways http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1304025042 (India) Four shot dead by Maoist activists in Latehar http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/TPC_activists_kill_4_in_Latehar/articleshow/2368020.cms (Bangladesh) Two JMB militants sentenced to 10 years imprisonment in Sylhet http://www.satp.org/satporgtp/detailed_news.asp?date1=9/14/2007#11 US: North Korea warned against sending nuclear material to Syria http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1302286488 (U.S.) California: Bail mulled for man linked to terrorism -- update with additional detail on JI suspect Rahmat Abdhir http://www.contracostatimes.com/news/ci_6890788?nclick_check=1 (U.S.) Confidential Chicago terrorist threat assessment leaked http://www.computerworld.com/action/article.do?command=viewArticleBasic&articleId=9036481&intsrc=news_ts_head (U.S.) Michigan: ABC Detroit News video states that Houssein Zorkot arrested with AK-47 has alleged pro-Hebollah website Zorkot.org http://www.wxyz.com/mostpopular/story.aspx?content_id=b9d585ac-980e-4fe1-b27a-0a4c126d54af http://littlegreenfootballs.com/weblog/?entry=27024&only&rss http://www.debbieschlussel.com/archives/2007/09/the_muslim_terr.html (U.S.) Michigan: Man held on $1M bond after he was found with AK-47 -- visited Lebanon in past month http://www.detnews.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20070913/METRO01/709130307 (U.S.) Details on terror suspects' interrogations http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/20752717/ (Canada) Alleged terrorist may face further charges - Quebecer Said Namouh suspected of links to Global Islamic Media Front http://www.canada.com/vancouversun/news/story.html?id=be9f7ca3-3d44-4f90-9712-7003eff41bed (Canada) New Terror Arrest in Canada - in conjunction with the arrests of three other suspects in Austria http://blogs.abcnews.com/theblotter/2007/09/new-terror-arre.html (Canada) RCMP says it helped Austria foil bomb blot http://communities.canada.com/nationalpost/blogs/posted/archive/2007/09/13/rcmp-says-it-helped-austria-foil-bomb-blot.aspx Austria reveals cyber links between arrested Qaeda members in Vienna, Canada http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1841537&Language=en Turkish investigators hunt suspect in foiled Ankara bombing http://www.dailystar.com.lb/article.asp?edition_id=10&categ_id=2&article_id=85262 Turkey plans to build fence on its borders with Iraq http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1020011 (Turkey) Kurdish separatists open fire at police headquarters south east Turkey http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1020009 Serbian prosecutors file terrorism charges against 15 Muslims http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/14/europe/EU-GEN-Serbia-Muslims.php (UK) Scotland: Jury reconvenes in terror trial -- Mohammed Siddique trial http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/scotland/tayside_and_central/6994109.stm (Italy) Commentary: Italy's Left-Wing Terrorists Flirt with Radical Islamists http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/09/italys_leftwing_terrorists_fli.php (Israel) Two Israeli motorists lightly hurt in West Bank shooting attack: army http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/14/africa/ME-GEN-Israel-Shooting.php (Israel) IDF confirms troops conducted ops in Gaza Strip against "terror threats" http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1189411400404&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Fatah takes battle with Hamas to mosques http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070914/wl_mideast_afp/mideastpalestinianpoliticsreligion Lebanon battle death toll rises to 166 soldiers http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/September/middleeast_September176.xml§ion=middleeast&col= (Lebanon) Al-Qaeda sets Lebanon record straight http://www.atimes.com/atimes/Middle_East/II15Ak02.html Iran leader: Bush must face trial over Iraq http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070914/wl_mideast_afp/iranusiraqpolitics_070914111627;_ylt=Ai4DvMTeM6tul1uEnAwrBNVSw60A Sudan's leader promises cease-fire with rebels http://www.cnn.com/2007/WORLD/africa/09/14/sudan.italy.ap/index.html Russia: militant killed, security officer wounded in operation http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1189411400168&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Russian scientist accused of trying to smuggle biological weapons materials http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1189411400916&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Russia) US boycotts terrorism victims conference after exclusion of Chechnya rights group http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/13/europe/EU-GEN-OSCE-US-Protest.php Guantanamo detainee near death -- Al-Jazeera's Sami al-Haj http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2007/09/13/guantanamo_detainee_near_death/4807/ (New Zealand) Bottle bomb accused remanded in custody http://www.stuff.co.nz/4202206a11.html (Philippines) Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) rejects autonomy option http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/storypage.aspx?StoryId=92447 (Philippines) Soldiers clash with alleged NPA Communist rebels in Bukidnon http://newsinfo.inquirer.net/breakingnews/regions/view_article.php?article_id=88584 (Philippines) Alleged NPA Communist rebels attack telecoms site in Sorsogon; 1 hurt http://newsinfo.inquirer.net/breakingnews/regions/view_article.php?article_id=88611 Philippines to bolster bid to prove communist leader's role in murder cases http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/14/asia/AS-GEN-Philippines-Communist-Leader.php (Sri Lanka) Military: 10 Tamil Tiger rebels killed in northern Sri Lanka http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/14/asia/AS-GEN-Sri-Lanka-Civil-War.php (North Korea) US expert says trip to NKorea nuclear site 'useful' http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/14/asia/AS-GEN-Koreas-Nuclear.php (Columbia) Diary secrets of Dutch woman fighting for FARC http://thescotsman.scotsman.com/international.cfm?id=1460942007 Other News: (U.S.) "Bush greets Muslims on Ramazan" http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\09\14\story_14-9-2007_pg7_7 New York Times Gave MoveOn.org Discount for 'Betray Us' Ad http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,296696,00.html (Germany) Top prosecutor against suspecting all converts to Islam http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=26&story_id=43857 Germany arrests Afghani man who attacked rabbi http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1189411400585&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull British jets intercept Russian bombers http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070914/wl_uk_afp/norwayrussiabritainmilitary_070914111448;_ylt=Asr8k0Ri9DgD02gHqbUmvjN_5GIA (Pakistan) President, PM urge nation to follow Islamic teachings http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\09\14\story_14-9-2007_pg7_10 September 13, 2007 PM Anti-Terrorism News (Al Qaeda) U.S. releases censored tape of suspected 9/11 mastermind -- released Khalid Sheikh Mohammed audio tape - censoring out KSM justification for waging jihad against the United States http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070913/ap_on_go_ca_st_pe/sept11_confession_audio Audio Link http://www.defenselink.mil/news/ksm.mp3 Transcript Link http://www.defenselink.mil/news/transcript_ISN10024.pdf (Al Qaeda) How the CIA Broke the 9/11 Attacks Mastermind http://blogs.abcnews.com/theblotter/2007/09/how-the-cia-bro.html Iraq Qaeda says has video on "missing" U.S. airman http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070913/ts_nm/iraq_qaeda_video_dc (Iraq) US air strikes destroy car bomb factory north of Baghdad http://afp.google.com/article/ALeqM5g6l_nyKAgmPfCgg6FIrH-6_Ctijg (Pakistan) Suicide bomber kills 17 Pakistani soldiers http://www.newindpress.com/NewsItems.asp?ID=IEH20070913131847&Page=H&Headline=Suicide+bomber+kills+17+Pakistani+soldiers&Title=Top+Stories&Topic=0& Pakistan Army Terror Squad Targeted in Bombing http://blogs.abcnews.com/theblotter/2007/09/pakistan-army-t.html (Pakistan) U.S. keeps focus on al Qaeda danger in Pakistan http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/09/13/AR2007091300855.html (India) Father, cops have no news of terror suspect's death - "Bilal," lead suspect in August 25 Hyderabad blasts, killed August 30 http://www.hindustantimes.com/StoryPage/FullcoverageStoryPage.aspx?id=551f6f96-42ee-457b-93da-b654dbd2ea68TerrorinHyderabad_Special&&Headline=Father%2c+cops+have+no+news+of+Bilal's+death (India Kashmir) J&K: Teen militancy raises concern - 70 teen boys have joined south Kashmir militants in 2007 http://www.ndtv.com/convergence/ndtv/story.aspx?id=NEWEN20070025999&ch=9/13/2007%207:14:00%20PM (Algeria) Suicide bombing attack in eastern Algeria kills 16, security officials say http://www.cp.org/english/online/OnlineFullStory.aspx?filename=w090657A&newsitemid=42344027&languageid=1 (Israel) Report: Turkey provided Israel with intelligence on Syria http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1189411398606&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (West Bank) Israeli forces seize two Islamic Jihad leaders - 18 Palestinians also seized http://www.turkishweekly.net/news.php?id=48519 Saudi Arabia waves off US accusations of complacency in fight against terror - Senior U.S. official said Saudis have never prosecuted any terror financier http://www.dailystar.com.lb/article.asp?edition_id=10&categ_id=2&article_id=85232 Austria's 'Jihad by Telecommute' http://www.spiegel.de/international/europe/0,1518,505618,00.html Norway: Mullah Krekar back in court http://www.aftenposten.no/english/local/article1993257.ece (UK Think Tank) Al Qaeda 'ready to stage another 9/11-style attack' http://www.dailymail.co.uk/pages/live/articles/news/worldnews.html?in_article_id=481513&in_page_id=1811&ito=newsnow Mexican attorney general: Gas pipeline explosions 'terrorism,' not political statement http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/13/america/LA-GEN-Mexico-Pipeline-Explosions.php Sri Lanka's Tigers take a big hit http://www.atimes.com/atimes/South_Asia/II14Df01.html Other News: (U.S.) Northwest's Detroit air terminal closed by package http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070913/us_nm/security_detroit_dc September 13, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News (Iraq) US forces kill, detain 95 Qaeda members in northern Baghdad -- in Hemreen mountain area and Diyala river valley http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1019825 (Iraq) 3-day operation in eastern Iraq nets 80 al-Qaida suspects http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/13/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq-Raids.php Iraqi police: Bomb kills top Sunni sheik cooperating with U.S. against al-Qaida in Iraq http://wave3.com/Global/story.asp?S=7068938 (Iraq) US general: Iranian supplied rocket used to recently against troops - update http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1189411397328&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Iraq) US to free Iraqi prisoners for Ramadan - beginning September 13 http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/focusoniraq/2007/September/focusoniraq_September78.xml§ion=focusoniraq Iraq: UN concerned over shelling in Kurdistan http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1301855674 (Afghanistan) U.S. Coalition Says 45 Taliban Killed in Afghan Clash http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,296639,00.html 75 killed in fighting around Afghanistan including 45 Taliban http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/13/asia/AS-GEN-Afghanistan.php (Afghanistan) Gunmen free last three kidnapped Afghan deminers http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070913/wl_nm/afghan_deminers_dc_1;_ylt=AkAfCMSB2symwAK.0q6XD1LOVooA Afghan suspect transferred to Guantanamo: Pentagon -- Inayatullah http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070912/wl_nm/guantanamo_afghan_suspect_dc (Afghanistan) NATO force chief suggests new ways to fight Afghan opium production http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070912/wl_sthasia_afp/afghanistannatodrugs_070912184322;_ylt=AsEAESLS9L7KfxPsHXs11VPOVooA Pakistan army says 30 militants and 2 soldiers killed in battle near Afghan border -- in fighting near Razmak in South Waziristan region http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/13/asia/AS-GEN-Pakistan-Violence.php (Pakistan) 12 more Pakistani soldiers, 3 officials go missing http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1019585 (Pakistan) U.S. official in Pakistan for talks -- Deputy Secretary of State John Negroponte http://www.iht.com/articles/2007/09/13/asia/13pakistan.php Israel: N. Korea, Syria May Be at Work on Nuclear Facility http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/09/12/AR2007091202430.html (U.S.) Jury can hear part of Flight 93 tape http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070912/ap_on_re_us/sept11_lawsuits (U.S.) AP Report: Security chief says terrorists have been arrested on Texas border http://www.chron.com/disp/story.mpl/ap/tx/5130371.html (U.S.) Canadian gets 14 years for funding terrorists -- Khalid Awan http://www.theglobeandmail.com/servlet/story/RTGAM.20070913.wsentence13/BNStory/International/home (U.S.) California: San Jose federal judge to rule on terror suspect -- Rahmat Abdhir suspected of links to Jemaah Islamiyah http://www.mercurynews.com/news/ci_6873820 US to tighten immigration, customs controls http://www.dawn.com/2007/09/13/top12.htm Indian court upholds death penalty for militant -- Ashfaq Ahmed of Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) - in 2000 Red Fort attack http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/September/subcontinent_September503.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (India) Former Punjab DGP used former terrorists to grab properties http://www.newkerala.com/july.php?action=fullnews&id=59522 (India Kashmir) Three Lashkar-e-Toiba militants arrested in Jammu and Kashmir http://www.satp.org/satporgtp/detailed_news.asp?date1=9/13/2007#5 Iran leader denies interference in Iraq http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070913/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iran_us_iraq_3;_ylt=ArFJEFUE25ajF0QvqeIHg7JSw60A (Lebanon) 2 Lebanese soldiers die 10 days after war with Islamic militants ends http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/12/africa/ME-GEN-Lebanon-Violence.php (Lebanon) Report: Four Israeli warplanes violate Lebanese airspace http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1019742 Hamas on high alert for major Israeli offensive in Gaza http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/September/middleeast_September163.xml§ion=middleeast&col= Israeli aircraft attack vehicle in Gaza http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1019874 Jordanian court sentences Fatah Al-Islam leader to 5 years in jail - updated story with additional detail http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1019783 Saudi Press Reactions to Involvement of Saudi Nationals in Terrorist Activity http://memri.org/bin/latestnews.cgi?ID=IA38807 (Mali) Gunmen fire on US military plane in Mali http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/13/africa/AF-GEN-Mali-US-Attack.php Kenya: Courts Told to Protect Terror Suspects' Rights http://allafrica.com/stories/200709121002.html Turkish troops kill 4 Kurdish rebels after foiled bomb plot http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1189411394826&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Austrian suspects may have had ties to kidnappers of BBC's Alan Johnston -- SITE says one of 3 suspects arrested was leader of Global Islamic Media Front http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/13/europe/EU-GEN-Austria-Terror-Arrests.php (Germany) New law did not help in terror arrests - Protect America Act http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070912/ap_on_go_ca_st_pe/us_german_terror (UK) Scotland: 'Is he a terrorist or just a stupid young man?' -- Mohammed Siddique trial http://thescotsman.scotsman.com/index.cfm?id=1462692007 (UK) From radical Islamic leader to disillusioned ex-prisoner - Maajid Nawaz, who quit Hizb ut-Tahrir: "What I did was damaging to British society and the world at large" http://www.iht.com/articles/2007/09/12/europe/muslim.php http://counterterrorismblog.org/2006/05/post_4.php (UK) Think Tank: Al-Qa'eda 'as strong today as it was on 9/11' http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml;jsessionid=AE5UKLROODTO3QFIQMGCFFOAVCBQUIV0?xml=/news/2007/09/13/wladen113.xml (UK) Birmingham: Campaign to tackle extremism is launched http://icbirmingham.icnetwork.co.uk/birminghampost/news/tm_headline=campaign-to-tackle-extremism-is-launched%26method=full%26objectid=19785175%26siteid=50002-name_page.html Italy: Graffiti in Ovada hails Osama http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1299699859 (Italy) Terrorism: Italy 'ill-equipped' to deal with threat, explosives expert says http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1300762440 Dutch court orders release of Philippine communist leader accused of murder http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/13/europe/EU-GEN-Netherlands-Philippines-Communist-Leader.php Corsica bomb blast damages tourism agency -- second bomb this week - defused bomb on Sept 10 outside Moroccan embassy http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=25&story_id=43843 http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/10/europe/EU-GEN-Corsica-Morocco-Violence.php Sri Lanka jets bomb rebel territory http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070913/wl_sthasia_afp/srilankaunrest_070913100633;_ylt=An4uT3fJTuUuaKzRTeRAKMAtM8oA (North Korea) U.S. may provide $25 million in fuel to N. Korea http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/20750734/ North Korea opens facility http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20070913/FOREIGN/109130083/1001 Report: Digital Forensics Expert Comments on Sept 7 Bin Laden Video Splicing (my title) http://news.com.com/8301-10784_3-9777136-7.html?tag=nefd.blgs (Canada) Air India Inquiry: CSIS decision to erase tapes in bomb case to be examined http://www.theglobeandmail.com/servlet/story/LAC.20070913.AIRINDIA13/TPStory/National Other News: Muslim world celebrates start of Ramadan http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/September/middleeast_September168.xml§ion=middleeast&col= (U.S.) Michigan: Man with AK-47 assault rifle arrested after leaving Dearborn's Hemlock Park http://www.pressandguide.com/stories/091207/loc_breakingnews.shtml (U.S.) Texas: Update on UTSA Muslim Student Association: The Satire Excuse http://littlegreenfootballs.com/weblog/?entry=27018_Update_on_UTSA_Muslim_Student_Association-_The_Satire_Excuse&only (UK) BBC Corrects Children's Guide To 911 -- taken down the original quoted page that implied 911 was America's fault http://stoptheaclu.com/archives/2007/09/12/bbc-corrects-childrens-guide-to-911/ (Finland) Islamic party forms in Finland http://www.cwnews.com/news/viewstory.cfm?recnum=53472 (Belgium) Muslims refuse male gynaecologists http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=24&story_id=43831 (Germany) Swastika smeared on synagogue in western Germany, police say http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/13/europe/EU-GEN-Germany-Synagogue.php (Netherlands) Ban on Mein Kampf to remain http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=1&story_id=43826 French neo-Nazi convicted for desecrating Jewish cemetery http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=25&story_id=43822 September 12, 2007 PM Anti-Terrorism News (U.S.) New Jersey: Man On Terrorism Watch List Suspected Of Taking Bridge Photos http://www.nbc10.com/news/14099153/detail.html (U.S.) Notice: Continuation of the National Emergency with Respect to Certain Terrorist Attacks http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2007/09/20070912-2.html Iraqis captured en route to U.S. -- in Peruvian prison after attempt to fly to Los Angeles with Dutch passports not requiring visas http://www.washingtontimes.com/article/20070911/FOREIGN/109110031&SearchID=73293139832902 (Iraq) Sadr group vows to fight US troops http://www.suntimes.co.za/News/Article.aspx?id=562884 (Iraq) Petraeus Says Iran Wants Iraqi 'Hezbollah' Force http://www.voanews.com/english/2007-09-12-voa38.cfm?rss=politics Iran Linked to Iraq Rocket Attack - ABC News: Rocket used in Camp Victory attack made in Iran http://www.abcnews.go.com/Politics/story?id=3593296&page=1 (Iran) U.S. looks to sanctions on Iran's Quds force - U.S. officials say they won't name the entire IRGC a terrorist group http://today.reuters.com/news/articlenews.aspx?type=topNews&storyid=2007-09-12T201458Z_01_N12280858_RTRUKOC_0_US-IRAN-USA.xml (Pakistan) Govt, Maulana Abdul Aziz agree on opening Lal Masjid http://www.paktribune.com/news/index.shtml?189322 Taliban Threatens New Operation In Southern Afghanistan - Mullah Bradar, earlier reported killed, to lead "Operation Nasrat" in Helmand http://www.rferl.org/featuresarticle/2007/9/C4DC5FC2-885A-454F-BB0C-824E75C14677.html Lebanon says illegal Hezbollah network cables removed http://www.metimes.com/storyview.php?StoryID=20070912-095647-1967r Somali PM says new opposition alliance 'upgrades terrorism cells' http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/RWB.NSF/db900SID/TBRL-76YRJH?OpenDocument Syria rebuffs report that Israel targeted Hizbullah weapons http://www.ynetnews.com/articles/0,7340,L-3449043,00.html (Israel) Small Israeli force enters Gaza after rocket strike http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070912/wl_nm/palestinians_israel_gaza_dc;_ylt=AijCTE8ZDQSAnZHo2o8XCzus0NUE (Central Asia) Terrorists eyeing uranium mines in Central Asia http://www.newkerala.com/july.php?action=fullnews&id=59440 Other News: (Morocco) Islamist party's defeat in Morocco: a few observations http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/09/islamist_party_defeat_in_moroc.php (Columbia) The Arrest of Diego Montoya and the Power of Drug Cartels http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/09/the_arrest_of_diego_montoya_an.php September 12, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News (Al Qaeda) Terrorism: Al-Qaeda to release third 9/11 video -- video will be entitled, "The two expeditions to New York and Washington, causes and motives" http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1299764380 - Image from SITE Institute - video features Afghanistan AQ chief http://counterterrorismblog.org/newslinks/upload/2007/09/SITE-AQ-91207.gif (Al Qaeda) New video raises questions on bin Laden http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070912/ap_on_re_mi_ea/bin_laden_video_56;_ylt=Aj_2Z00BXMiqOjz2js0gMwQTv5UB Al-Qaeda leader relies on technology to get his message to audience -- Laura Mansfield, SITE referenced http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/20733212/ Poll: Bin Laden tops Musharraf in Pakistan http://www.cnn.com/2007/POLITICS/09/11/poll.pakistanis/index.html -- poll pdf results http://www.terrorfreetomorrow.org/upimagestft/Pakistan%20Poll%20Report.pdf Pakistanis Oppose US Terror Hunts http://ap.google.com/article/ALeqM5gwiVhWW3WkWgHNYUkBy95Su8IKcg (Iraq) US and Iraqi troops capture more than 50 insurgent suspects in recent raids http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/12/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq-Raids.php Iraqi police: Gunmen ambush police checkpoint near Mosul, killing 6 policemen http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/12/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq.php Iraqi civilian killed, 6 injured in Baghdad explosion - eastern Baghdad's "Beirut square" http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1019541 Iraq soldiers agree with Petraeus: buildup working but military needs more time http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/12/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq-Troops-React.php Iraq expects US troop numbers to fall to 100,000 by end 2008 http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/focusoniraq/2007/September/focusoniraq_September76.xml§ion=focusoniraq (Afghanistan) Airstrikes kill dozen Taliban in Afghan south -- in Zabul overnight http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070912/wl_nm/afghan_violence_dc_1;_ylt=AnL5sJACBZeIdQaBGNyxpbXOVooA (Afghanistan) Al-Qaeda fights back at Afghan peace bid http://www.atimes.com/atimes/South_Asia/II13Df01.html (Afghanistan) South Korean Christians say Taliban beat them to make them convert http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070912/wl_sthasia_afp/afghanistanunrestskoreakidnap_070912071500;_ylt=AjnSqAZAJ7DSkSQcn0xmXtLOVooA NEFA Foundation: A Look Inside a Secret Taliban Training Camp http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/09/nefa_foundation_a_look_inside.php (Pakistan) Militants abduct 18 police in Pakistan -- Jihadists fired rockets at the post near Bannu, attack security checkpoint http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070912/ap_on_re_as/pakistan_violence_3;_ylt=AjDlI9a2bJ2ByWPbtzUWbG7zPukA Pakistan army: About 40 militants killed -- 260 soldiers still held hostage http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/20740131/ (Pakistan) US envoy says Pakistan committed to 'more than doing its share' against terrorism http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/12/asia/AS-GEN-Pakistan-US.php (India) Bombs found in Madurai cinema hall http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/India/Bombs_found_in_Madurai_cinema_hall/articleshow/2361079.cms (India) Pakistan ISI agent arrested in Andhra Pradesh -- Mohammed Sohail in possession of Jihadist literature, planned bombings http://www.satp.org/satporgtp/detailed_news.asp?date1=9/12/2007#11 India calls for international action against global terrorist Dawood Ibrahim http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1841091&Language=en (India Kashmir) Harkat-ul-Jihad-al-Islami "commander" arrested in Jammu and Kashmir http://www.satp.org/satporgtp/detailed_news.asp?date1=9/12/2007#10 (India Assam) Three bombs recovered in Tinsukia -- from UFLA hideouts http://www.hindustantimes.com/StoryPage/StoryPage.aspx?id=45b1c2f5-f197-4bb9-a3ec-4095ae74cf61&MatchID1=4534&TeamID1=7&TeamID2=16&MatchType1=5&SeriesID1=1143&PrimaryID=4534&Headline=Three+bombs+recovered+in+Tinsukia India, Pakistan to hold anti-terror talks in October http://www.hindustantimes.com/storypage/storypage.aspx?id=b794bfd9-e9cc-4ad5-8a12-2ad64f453301&MatchID1=4534&TeamID1=7&TeamID2=16&MatchType1=5&SeriesID1=1143&PrimaryID=4534&Headline=India%2c+Pak+to+hold+talks+in+October (U.S.) Intelligence Chiefs Back A Guantanamo Reversal -- warn that federal appeals court ruling ordering the release of information about detainees at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, will cause grave harm to national security http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/09/11/AR2007091102678.html (U.S.) NYC: Six years after 9/11, NYC sets "gold standard" in counter-terror efforts http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/20730904/ Keyloggers proposed to fight terrorism in cybercafes http://news.yahoo.com/s/infoworld/20070912/tc_infoworld/91769 http://www.computerworld.com.sg/ShowPage.aspx?pagetype=2&articleid=6393&pubid=3&tab=Home&issueid=118 Algeria: Al-Qaeda accused of recruiting teenage bombers http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1299686924 (Somalia) Islamists in Somali alliance plan http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/africa/6990928.stm Ethiopia accuses Norway of aiding terrorists-paper http://africa.reuters.com/country/SD/news/usnL1234211.html (Germany) Islamic Jihad Union Threatens Attacks Outside Germany http://www.spiegel.de/international/germany/0,1518,505265,00.html (Austria) 3 arrested in Austria linked to video threat by Islamic militants http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/12/europe/EU-GEN-Austria-Terrorism-Threat.php Turkey: Kurd separatists blamed for Ankara bomb http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1299665307 Ankara escapes massive bomb attack http://www.turkishdailynews.com.tr/article.php?enewsid=83210 (UK) Scotland: Terror jury warned over prejudice -- Mohammed Siddique trial http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/scotland/tayside_and_central/6991074.stm Iran's IAEA plan may be recipe for delay says EU http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070912/ts_nm/nuclear_iaea_dc_5;_ylt=Ak6f6RCNz1IwTfw_x2dxKthSw60A Iran: Report will not save U.S. from "Iraq's swamp" http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070912/wl_nm/iran_usa_iraq_dc_1;_ylt=AlA8XbQtfq2GjmORdd7Sj3VSw60A Jordan sentences Fatah Islam leader at large to jail -- Jordan court convicts convicted 16 militants - including Shaker al-Absi - of plotting to join al-Qaeda fighters in Iraq http://www.ynetnews.com/articles/0,7340,L-3448970,00.html Israeli security aborts Palestinian bombing -- in Bir Al-Saba http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1019550 (Israel) Suicide bombing thwarted in Beersheba http://www.ynetnews.com/articles/0,7340,L-3448929,00.html Israel prepares response to rocket attack http://www.pjstar.com/stories/091207/NAT_BEBANKJ4.046.php (Israel) Four Kassams fired at western Negev; no wounded http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1189411392948&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Israel) US confirms Israeli air strike on Syria http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/09/12/wisrael112.xml Israel keeps up blackout on mystery Syria air strike http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070912/wl_mideast_afp/mideastconflictsyriaisrael_070912111553;_ylt=AqT1cktUcHuQXDfMbocvI0dSw60A Israel hit Syrian base financed by Iran: report http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/September/middleeast_September154.xml§ion=middleeast 'IAF targeted Iranian weapons in Syria' http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1189411388088&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Israel believes N. Korea selling nuke material to Syria http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070912/wl_mideast_afp/mideastconflictsyriaisraelnkoreanuclearpolitics_070912091149;_ylt=AtvxEvGz8a4Va5UdZ4iopBGCscEA (Syria) 'Advisors to Assad pressuring him to respond with force' http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1189411391714&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Israel on state of alert upon New Hebrew Year http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1019422 (Thailand) Teacher, villager injured in South ambush http://www.bangkokpost.com/breaking_news/breakingnews.php?id=121553 (Thailand) Police deny arrest of Tamil Tiger leader http://www.bangkokpost.com/breaking_news/previousdetail.php?id=121558 (Thailand) India wants Tamil Tiger http://www.bangkokpost.com/topstories/topstories.php?id=121540 Sri Lanka says soldiers kill 7 Tamil Tiger rebels http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070912/wl_nm/srilanka_violence_dc_1;_ylt=AgpV1O2inTIJkaeZiZW8Oi4tM8oA (Australia) Minister denies barring terror author entry -- author Dr Abdel Bari Atwan http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,22406287-29277,00.html (UK) Guantanamo Bay detainee sues British intelligence agencies over torture claim http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/12/europe/EU-GEN-Britain-Guantanamo-Lawsuit.php (UK) Fund to prevent mosque extremism http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/england/west_midlands/6991065.stm Ugandan rebel group urges US to remove it from list of terrorist groups http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/12/africa/AF-GEN-Uganda-Rebels-US.php (Spain) Syrian arms dealer wanted by US on hunger strike -- had been conspiring to sell millions of euros' worth of weapons to Colombia's main Marxist guerrilla movement, the FARC http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=81&story_id=43797 (US/Columbia) Chiquita: $25M fine for terror payments http://www.cnn.com/2007/BUSINESS/09/11/chiquita.terrorism/ (US/Columbia) Chiquita execs off hook for terrorist funding http://www.foodnavigator-usa.com/news/ng.asp?id=79693 (Columbia) "I lost," top Colombian drug suspect tells captors http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070911/wl_nm/colombia_drugs_dc_8;_ylt=AkYazpP43ph8KZ9oJ6F7fIKwv7kA Other News: (Belgium) Scores arrested in anti-Islam protest http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=24&story_id=43794 "Intense Hospitality": Islam in American Courts and Why It Matters http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/09/intense_hospitality_islam_in_a.php Islamists won't follow Turkey's lead http://www.iht.com/articles/2007/09/11/opinion/edabdo.php Report: Terrorists: We'll cut off head of 'prostitute' Britney Spears http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=57596 Propaganda: Castro accuses US of 9/11 conspiracy http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070912/pl_afp/usattacks6yearscubacastropolitics Russia Tests 'World's Most Powerful Non-Nuclear Bomb' http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,296441,00.html (Netherlands) "Mein Kampf should be freely obtainable" http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=1&story_id=43801 September 11, 2007 PM Anti-Terrorism News On the Sixth anniversary of 9/11: Ten questions for the future - by Walid Phares http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/09/on_the_sixth_anniversary_of_91.php U.S. Officials Begin Crafting Iran Bombing Plan - FOX News reports Washington developing potential scenarios for a military attack on the Islamic regime http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,296450,00.html (U.S.) Concern Grows Over Another Terrorist Attack http://blogs.wsj.com/washwire/2007/09/11/concern-grows-over- (U.S.) Terror on Campus - August NYPD report on homegrown threats zeroes in on Muslim Student Associations - Steven Emerson quoted http://article.nationalreview.com/?q=NGUzMWRkYTdlNjY4NzFjMDBiMWI0YzkzZjg5YWRhNjM= http://www.investigativeproject.org/documents/misc/31.pdf U.S.: Saudis Still Filling Al Qaeda's Coffers - Top U.S. official fingers Saudis - Yassin al Qadi cited http://blogs.abcnews.com/theblotter/2007/09/us-saudis-still.html CT Blog posts on Qadi http://counterterrorismblog.org/fastsearch?IncludeBlogs=1&search=Qadi (Al Qaeda) Zawahiri, not Bin Laden, is Al-Qaeda 'intellectual leader': intel chief http://afp.google.com/article/ALeqM5hYhKRddX1-LVXJgGakgc0l_rvo1Q Iraq: Al-Qaeda announces all-female suicide bomber brigade -- "Islamic State of Iraq" claims will launch its first suicide attack during Ramadan http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1297719051 (Iraq) 1 killed, 11 wounded in attack on major U.S. base in Baghdad - Camp Victory http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/11/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq-Attack.php (Iraq) Officials: Bush to announce troop cut - Will reduce troop presence in Iraq by up to 30,000 by next summer if continued progress http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070911/ap_on_go_pr_wh/us_iraq;_ylt=Ats0IUi8krqgw72vROyvYuas0NUE Afghanistan 'investigating' Taliban offer of talks, presidential spokesman says http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/11/asia/AS-GEN-Afghanistan.php (Afghanistan) Six years on, terrorism a daily threat: Afghanistan http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070911/wl_sthasia_afp/afghanistanunrestus (Afghanistan) Reports Iranian arms reaching Taliban worry U.S. http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070911/ts_nm/afghan_usa_iran_dc;_ylt=AriSl857QBLvNgud9B_LCi6s0NUE (Afghanistan) Al Qaeda Profiting From Afghanistan's Production of Opium http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,296418,00.html (Indian Kashmir) Two militants surrender in Jammu and Kashmir http://www.thehindu.com/2007/09/12/stories/2007091250010100.htm Scientists Use the 'Dark Web' to Snag Extremists and Terrorists Online - Using advanced techniques to find all terrorist content http://www.physorg.com/news108746298.html Somalia: Fresh clashes erupts in Mogadishu http://www.shabelle.net/news/ne3716.htm EU considers ban on using Internet to distribute bomb-making instructions - updated story with more details http://arstechnica.com/news.ars/post/20070911-eu-considers-banning-internet-publication-of-bomb-making-instructions.html Germany says Islamic Jihad Union claims responsibility for foiled attacks http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/11/europe/EU-GEN-Germany-Terror-Arrests.php (Germany) New wiretap law foiled German terror plot, say intel officials http://www.nydailynews.com/news/wn_report/2007/09/11/2007-09-11_new_wiretap_law_foiled_german_terror_plo-1.html Spanish judge jails Basque separatists http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/11/europe/EU-GEN-Spain-ETA-Detention.php (Syria) Sources confirm Israeli airstrike on Syria - CNN: Air strike & ground ops last week targeted Hezbollah weapons http://www.cnn.com/2007/WORLD/meast/09/11/israel.syria/index.html (Syria) Arab regimes, media ignore Syrian claims of IAF flyover http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1189411379734&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Gaza) West Bank, Gaza Strip under lockdown on Rosh Hashana http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1189411389634&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Egypt) Arabs blame US for terror rise http://www.bangkokpost.com/breaking_news/breakingnews.php?id=121535 September 11, 2007 Bin Laden Video News Stories/Analysis CTB Blog Analysis: Bin Laden Video Calls For More Jihadists, Testament of 9/11 Hijacker http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/09/bin_laden_091107.php AP: New Osama Bin Laden Video Shows 9/11 Hijacker's Last Testament http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,296372,00.html http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070911/ap_on_re_mi_ea/bin_laden_video_44;_ylt=Art7MNrjJ0.Vn_eMWdeU1qYTv5UB Reuters: Bin Laden praises 9/11 "champions" http://www.alertnet.org/thenews/newsdesk/L112166.htmhttp://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070911/ap_on_re_mi_ea/bin_laden_video;_ylt=At46aQLP7iqXTlspZvBBbNms0NUE UPI: No live image of bin Laden in 9/11 video http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2007/09/11/no_live_image_of_bin_laden_in_911_video/9834/ SITE Intelligence Group: The Will of Walid al-Shehri AKA Abu Musab al-Shehri, One of the Nineteen 9/11 Hijackers, Introduced by Usama bin Laden – 9/2007 http://siteinstitute.org/bin/articles.cgi?ID=publications314607&Category=publications&Subcategory=0 Laura Mansfield - Except of Video: http://www.lauramansfield.com/obl-091107.wmv September 11, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News 9/11 and the Inconvenient Truths about Jihad and Islamism http://www.unitedstatesaction.com/911_inconvenient_truths.htm http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/09/911_inconvenient_truths.php (U.S.) Al Qaeda still plots another U.S. attack http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20070911/NATION/109110052/1001 (U.S.) Spy chief worries about sleeper cells http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070911/ap_on_go_ca_st_pe/sept_11_intelligence US still at risk six years after 9/11: security chiefs http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070910/ts_alt_afp/usattacks6years U.S. More Prepared but Faces Ongoing Threat http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/09/10/AR2007091002141.html?sub=AR (Al Qaeda) Faces of Terror: al Qaeda's Top Command http://www.abcnews.go.com/Blotter/popup?id=3581942&contentIndex=1&page=1 Americans see 9/11 as most important event of their lives http://www.breitbart.com/article.php?id=070910151708.55q95fzq&show_article=1 CNN Poll: Few Americans think U.S. is winning war on terror http://www.cnn.com/2007/US/09/11/911.poll/index.html Sept. 11 Firefighters to Read Victims' Names at Anniversary Ceremony for First Time http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,296369,00.html Six years on, US marks September 11 http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,22399244-23109,00.html U.S. tightens small plane security rules http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2007/09/11/us_tightens_small_plane_security_rules/4326/ (Germany) 9/11 bomb threat at U.S. Air Base http://www.cnn.com/2007/WORLD/europe/09/11/germany.threat/index.html German Police Move to Protect U.S. Air Base After Anonymous Bomb Threat http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,296373,00.html US judge releases Iranian co-founder of defunct Muslim charity until trial - Al-Haramain Islamic Foundation http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1189411381130&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Newsweek: SITE Institute - Keeping an Eye on Al Qaeda - Rita Katz on September 7 Bin Laden video http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/20697164/site/newsweek/ Iraqi military: 18 suspected insurgents killed north of Baghdad -- in Duluiyah http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/11/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq-Raids.php (Iraq) US forces kill 9 in Baghdad's Sadr City area http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/11/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq-Violence.php (Iraq) Blast in northern Iraqi city wounds two policemen - in Kirkuk http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1019134 Iraqi insurgent group threatens to kill German hostage http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/11/africa/ME-GEN-Iraq-Germany-Hostage-Video.php Iraq sees reduced combat role for US troops http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070911/ts_afp/iraq_070911110025;_ylt=AvhFosBCcxfmlg0nF5b51qtX6GMA (Iraq) General Petraeus: Iraq troop surge is working http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml;jsessionid=FBZRBIPP5104FQFIQMGSFGGAVCBQWIV0?xml=/news/2007/09/11/wiraq111.xml "Bin Laden not hiding in Afghanistan" http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/September/subcontinent_September435.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (Afghanistan) Suicide attack kills two in Southern Afghanistan - in Helmand province http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1019209 (Pakistan) Child suicide bomber kills 19 in Pakistan http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/September/subcontinent_September444.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (Pakistan) Clashes in Pakistan's Waziristan; 7 killed http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/September/subcontinent_September431.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (Pakistan) Bomb damages Buddhist relic in Pakistan http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070911/wl_sthasia_afp/pakistanunrestbuddhism_070911100636;_ylt=AgcuEGRASK5P3fweC9_Uqa3zPukA (Pakistan) Militants backtrack on deal to free troops http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\09\11\story_11-9-2007_pg7_1 http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/20697743/ Pakistan unlikely to do US bidding in FATA: expert http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\09\11\story_11-9-2007_pg7_42 (Indian Kashmir) Ten rebels killed in Kashmir - update on Monday report http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\09\11\story_11-9-2007_pg7_9 (India Assam) Suspected rebels kill 2 migrants in northeastern India http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/11/asia/AS-GEN-India-Rebel-Killings.php Hamas: Kassam attack on IDF training base 'a victory from God' -- 69 Israelis soldiers wounded in attack near Zikim military base http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1189411380210&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Gaza: 4 wounded in IDF retaliation http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1189411383098&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Palestinian youth arrested with pipe bomb - near Nablus http://www.ynetnews.com/articles/0,7340,L-3448308,00.html Israeli troops on high alert along Syrian border http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/11/africa/ME-GEN-Israel-Syria.php Syria warns against Israeli flyovers http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2007/09/11/syria_warns_against_israeli_flyovers/6748/ (Turkey) Police Dogs Find Bomb-Packed Bus in Turkish Garage http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,296374,00.html (Germany) In German bomb plot, new concerns about Western-born recruits http://www.iht.com/articles/2007/09/10/news/plot.php (Germany) New U.S. law played role in German arrests http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2007/09/11/new_us_law_played_role_in_german_arrests/3635/ (Germany) Surveying the Germans' angst: terrorism in foreground http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=26&story_id=43774 (Germany) Terror Case Throws Spotlight on German Converts to Islam http://www.dw-world.de/dw/article/0,2144,2776993,00.html (Spain) Nine Islamic terror suspects end hunger strike http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=81&story_id=43750 (Netherlands) "Axe attack revenge for troops" http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=1&story_id=43748 Kyrgyz security services say wanted terrorist leader arrested -- plotting terror attacks in Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/11/asia/AS-GEN-Kyrgyzstan-Terrorist-Detention.php Police defuse bomb outside Moroccan Consulate in Corsica http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/10/europe/EU-GEN-Corsica-Morocco-Violence.php Iran warns over "US weak points" in Iraq, Afghan http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/September/middleeast_September144.xml§ion=middleeast&col= Iran: Barrier to be built along Iraqi border http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1297503998 (Iran) Warning says Iranian SCUD could do $771 billion damage -- US Congressmen addresses EMP threat http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=57571 (Iran/US) Detained Iranian-American says to be released soon -- Kian Tajbakhsh http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070911/ts_nm/iran_academic_dc_1;_ylt=Ao_sepX28G3ILHZVowXh05pSw60A (Lebanon) Wife of Islamist chief in Lebanon insists he is dead http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/September/middleeast_September141.xml§ion=middleeast&col= (Lebanon) Three Lebanese soldiers hurt in mine blast http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/September/middleeast_September145.xml§ion=middleeast&col= (Algeria) Police free Islamist leader in Algeria -- former deputy leader of the Islamic Salvation Front (FIS), Ali Belhadj http://www.metimes.com/storyview.php?StoryID=20070911-090554-4218r Sudan: Darfur Rebels Accuse Government of Bombing Their Positions http://allafrica.com/stories/200709110573.html Nigeria: PDP Hostages - Militants Insist on N500m Ransom http://allafrica.com/stories/200709110424.html Nigeria: Militants Free 2 Ondo PDP Chiefs http://allafrica.com/stories/200709110333.html Nigeria: Terror Alert - Okiro Assures Embassies of Safety http://allafrica.com/stories/200709110420.html (U.S.) Radical environmentalist goes to trial under terror law http://www.mercurynews.com/news/ci_6854734 (Mexico) Leftist rebels say they bombed Mexico pipelines http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070911/wl_nm/mexico_pipelines_dc_5;_ylt=AuTBCr.DOmsI1QwkTvQSJAcdl.0A Philippine police seize 7 men suspected of tourist island bomb plots by Muslim militants http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/11/asia/AS-GEN-Philippines-Terror-Arrests.php (Philippines) 3 suspects in Zamboanga bomb blast arrested http://newsinfo.inquirer.net/breakingnews/regions/view_article.php?article_id=87903 (Australia) Lawyers to get terror trial evidence -- for nine Sydney men accused of terrorism http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,22399483-29277,00.html (Sri Lanka) Tamil rebels' top gun-runner arrested in Thailand, Sri Lankan Defense Ministry says http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/11/asia/AS-GEN-Sri-Lanka-Gun-Running.php Sri Lankan Navy claims to sink three LTTE arms vessels killing 45 cadres http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1019224 Sri Lankan navy says it sank three rebel ships carrying weapons http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1189411383262&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (China) Terrorism 'biggest threat to Olympic Games' http://www.news.com.au/business/story/0,23636,22399598-31037,00.html (North Korea) US experts visit North Korea to inspect main nuclear complex http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/11/asia/AS-GEN-Koreas-US-Nuclear.php Commentary: Why New York hasn't been attacked again - by Judith Miller http://www.telegraph.co.uk/opinion/main.jhtml?xml=/opinion/2007/09/11/do1103.xml Commentary: Osama Bin Laden's dreams denied by US might http://www.telegraph.co.uk/opinion/main.jhtml?xml=/opinion/2007/09/11/do1101.xml Other News: (UK) Fear of Islamic fundamentalism hinders attempts to set up faith schools http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/life_and_style/education/article2426737.ece (UK) Muslim schools offered cash to become state-run http://www.thisislondon.co.uk/news/article-23411704-details/Muslim+schools+offered+cash+to+become+state-run/article.do (Italy) Islam: Best-selling author spars with Muslim philosopher Tariq Ramadan http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Religion/?id=1.0.1293413826 (Netherlands) Young Muslims begin dangerous fight for the right to abandon faith http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/europe/article2426314.ece (Belgium) Police arrest 2 far-right Belgian leaders at anti-Islam 9/11 protest http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/11/europe/EU-GEN-Belgium-Sept.-11-Demo.php (U.S.) Thompson: Due Process for Bin Laden http://www.guardian.co.uk/worldlatest/story/0,,-6911517,00.html (Iraq / U.S.) Lawmakers caught losing their cool at Iraq hearing http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/ (Germany) TV star pays for hailing Nazi "values" http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/europe/article2425128.ece September 10, 2007 PM Anti-Terrorism News (U.S.) Lodi man convicted of aiding terrorists gets 24 years in prison - Hamid Hayat trained at Pak terrorist camp & returned to U.S. to commit terrorist acts http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?f=/c/a/2007/09/10/BA7IS2RNQ.DTL&feed=rss.bayarea - CT Blog posts on Lodi case http://counterterrorismblog.org/fastsearch?IncludeBlogs=1&search=Lodi U.S. Muslim Brotherhood Groups Called "Threat Organization" in DOD Memo http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/09/us_muslim_brotherhood_groups_c.php http://www.douglasfarah.com/article/245/the-muslim-brotherhood-in-america-defined-as-threat-organization-in-dod-memo.com http://www.nefafoundation.org/hlfdocs.html (U.S.) Spy chief: FISA needed to fight terror http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070910/ap_on_go_co/fighting_terror (U.S.) IPT: Muslim American Society Profile http://www.investigativeproject.org/documents/misc/44.pdf (U.S.) New disaster plan says who's in charge http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070910/ap_on_go_ca_st_pe/homeland_security_who_s_in_charge (U.S.) Hezbollah could attack US if it felt threatened - Warning by top U.S. intel official http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/September/middleeast_September131.xml§ion=middleeast (U.S. / Iraq) Gen. David Petraeus' Testimony and Amb. Ryan Crocker's Testimony - Acrobat files of testimony before U.S. Congress - Gen. Petraeus' slides (separate file) http://counterterrorismblog.org/newslinks/upload/2007/09/pet091007.pdf http://counterterrorismblog.org/newslinks/upload/2007/09/General%20Petraeus%20Testimony%20Slides%2010%20September%202007.pdf (Iraq) 9 American soldiers killed in Iraq - 8 killed in vehicle accidents http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070910/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq;_ylt=Ai7BnLGEiJrKs.icj6QWfYWs0NUE (Al Qaeda) The 'Bin Trotsky' Video and the Jihadi Failure in Iraq http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/09/the_bin_trotsky_video_and_the.php (Afghanistan) Motorbike suicide bomb kills 28 Afghans http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070910/ap_on_re_as/afghanistan (Afghanistan) Twin suicide blasts kill 20 in Afghan south: police http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070910/wl_nm/afghan_blasts_dc_2 (Pakistan) Reports Differ on Pakistani Troops Captured By Taliban - Pakistan army spokesman told Radio Free Afghanistan troops not released http://www.rferl.org/featuresarticle/2007/9/30FC0DD1-D65B-47CF-845A-EF1A85DC95CA.html Lebanon militant leader not among camp dead: DNA test - Fatah al-Islam leader Shaker al-Abssi might have escaped http://nz.news.yahoo.com/070910/5/1mig.html (Lebanon) Seven more Fatah al-Islam suspects rounded up http://www.dailystar.com.lb/article.asp?edition_id=1&categ_id=2&article_id=85151 (Europe) On 9/11 anniversary, looking inward to explain terrorists attacks http://www.iht.com/articles/2007/09/10/asia/terror.php?WT.mc_id=rssamerica (Europe) Web search for bomb recipes should be blocked: EU http://www.reuters.com/article/internetNews/idUSL1055133420070910?feedType=RSS&feedName=internetNews&sp=true (Indian Kashmir) Seven killed in J-K violence - Hizbul Mujahideen claimed attack http://www.centralchronicle.com/20070911/1109142.htm (India) Assam: ULFA militants kill 2 http://www.rediff.com/news/2007/sep/10assam.htm (Somalia) Financier says cuts ties with Somali Islamists - Somali PM Gedi asked Abukar Omar Adan to stop aid http://africa.reuters.com/top/news/usnBAN025438.html (Nigeria) Gunmen kidnap 11 ruling party members in Nigeria http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Gunmen_kidnap_11_in_Nigeria/articleshow/2356304.cms Colombia seizes FBI most-wanted kingpin - Diego Montoya, on FBI's Most Wanted list (see profile), leads Norte del Valle, sends tons of cocaine to U.S. http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070910/ap_on_re_la_am_ca/colombia_drug_lord_4 http://www.fbi.gov/wanted/topten/fugitives/montoya.htm September 10, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News Al-Qaeda promises 9/11 hijacker video - Second video of Osama bin Laden with last testament of Sept. 11 hijacker, Abu Musab Waleed al-Shehri http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070910/ap_on_re_mi_ea/bin_laden_video;_ylt=AvsL9CtKgyNqib7z.0368Nms0NUE http://www.elpasotimes.com/nationworld/ci_6851463 - see image from video courtesy of SITE Institute http://counterterrorismblog.org/newslinks/upload/2007/09/OBL-911will.jpg U.S. attitudes on Sept. 11 events shifting http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2007/09/10/us_attitudes_on_sept_11_events_shifting/4089/ In Terrorism Fight, Wariness Tempers Optimism http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/09/09/AR2007090901477.html America marks six years since 9/11 under shadow of 'war on terror' http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070909/ts_alt_afp/usattacks6years (Al Qaeda) U.S. official calls bin Laden "virtually impotent" http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070910/pl_nm/security_binladen_dc_3;_ylt=AnHNIKHkeZDjxaylPJLjAwgTv5UB Al Qaeda threat to U.S. rebounds despite lull http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070910/ts_nm/sept11_threat_dc_1;_ylt=AvvFCqXlVvpTkiulADF5QnIwuecA (Al Qaeda) Bin Laden video stirs Arab world http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070910/ts_nm/binladen_arabs_dc_3;_ylt=AmflFFituhub0nXFrcmsxHcTv5UB (Al Qaeda) Hiding in Pakistan? Years Later Bin Laden Elusive -- Pakistan Doesn't Allow the U.S. to Search Area http://abcnews.go.com/GMA/story?id=3579856&page=1 (Iraq) Clash kills 12 gunmen, injures three US soldiers in Iraq -- in Samarra city http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1018718 (Iraq) One killed, 4 injured and nine detained in combat operations in Kirkuk http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1018815 (Iraq) Blast kills, injures US soldiers in northern Iraq - in Kirkuk http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1018811 (Iraq) British security worker killed in explosion in Iraq http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/10/europe/EU-GEN-Britain-Iraq-Death.php (Iraq) Mastermind of attack on Yazidis killed in Iraq http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\09\10\story_10-9-2007_pg7_1 (Iraq) Pentagon planning base near Iraq-Iran border: report http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070910/wl_nm/iran_iraq_base_dc_1;_ylt=AspHq1cLbFAfRW99GyTmv7xX6GMA (Iraq) Al-Sadr Restructuring His Mahdi Army Militia http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,296240,00.html (Iraq) Petraeus to appear before Congress today http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070910/ap_on_go_co/us_iraq_140;_ylt=AhrnXRf7LCfZPLYyZMyExs5X6GMA (Iraq) Poll: Iraqis say US troops not helping http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070910/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq_security_poll_1;_ylt=ApmlAoFFbUNSQ_jgeKqCozNX6GMA (Iraq) Britain stayed in Basra longer because of US: commande http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070910/wl_uk_afp/britainmilitaryiraq_070910071153;_ylt=ApCeF4g4XpHvx1fzqDo9vDlX6GMA (Afghanistan) Osama, Omar are alive and healthy, Afghan warlord says http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070910/wl_sthasia_afp/afghanistanunrestbinladen_070910095317;_ylt=AuX4Yfs251PHTgXKxspycvbOVooA (Afghanistan) Taliban says 'ready for talks' with Afghan govt http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070910/wl_afp/afghanistanunresttalibantalks_070910112027;_ylt=AvZX0TIzFur1ujjH3vw9TKrOVooA (Afghanistan) Gunmen free 10 Afghan deminers http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070910/wl_nm/afghan_deminers_dc_1;_ylt=ArAhCWNy8K2MlWFRkICj2ADOVooA (Pakistan) Europeans Get Terror Training Inside Pakistan http://www.iht.com/articles/2007/09/10/europe/10germany.php http://www.nytimes.com/2007/09/10/world/europe/10germany.html?hp (Pakistan) Tentacles spread from Al-Qaeda's lair in Pakistan http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070910/wl_sthasia_afp/usattacks6yearsqaedapakistanafghanistan_070910053100;_ylt=Ag_2G7FEYYfh8TEE.xJgN3LzPukA (Pakistan) 10 militants killed, 7 troops injured in N Waziristan -- on Sunday http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\09\10\story_10-9-2007_pg1_5 (Pakistan) More than 260 Pakistani troops kidnapped by militants have been freed, security officials say http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/10/asia/AS-GEN-Pakistan-Soldiers-Kidnapped.php (Pakistan) 13 Taliban killed in attack on World Food Progam convoy http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\09\10\story_10-9-2007_pg7_4 (Pakistan) 17 Taliban and 66 Afghans arrested at Taftan http://www.dawn.com/2007/09/10/top9.htm (Pakistan) Militants destroy video center in Swat http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\09\10\story_10-9-2007_pg7_49 (Pakistan) Taliban threaten members of the national and provincial assemblies http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\09\10\story_10-9-2007_pg7_3 India: Police issue photos of Hyderabad blast suspects http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1293633687 (India) Hyderabad blasts suspect had 'affair' with Armyman? http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/articleshow/2350554.cms (India) Bomb hoax caller traced to Hyderabad, arrested http://www.hindu.com/2007/09/10/stories/2007091059160400.htm (India Kashmir) Four intruders killed at LoC in Kashmir http://www.hindustantimes.com/StoryPage/StoryPage.aspx?id=793936f8-130a-486d-b8f8-576ad93b1b92&&Headline=Four+intruders+killed+at+LoC+in+Kashmir (India Kashmir) Blast injures 3 police officers in Indian Kashmir before Sonia Gandhi's arrival http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/10/asia/AS-GEN-Kashmir-Blast.php (India Kashmir) Five security personnel injured in power explosion in Srinagar http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1018788 (India) Maoists kill civilian in Chhattisgarh http://www.satp.org/satporgtp/detailed_news.asp?date1=9/10/2007#5 (India) Eight militants surrender in Assam http://www.satp.org/satporgtp/detailed_news.asp?date1=9/10/2007#13 (Thailand) Suspected insurgent kill 1 and wounds 5 in attack on public bus in Thai south http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/10/asia/AS-GEN-Thailand-Southern-Violence.php (Thailand) Nearly 70 arrested in raids in Thai south http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070909/wl_asia_afp/thailandsouthunrest_070909192527;_ylt=AlQVM5Pn6z3sM2mfEZTh7anuNREB Thai military to lift curfew in south for Ramadan http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/theworld/2007/September/theworld_September234.xml§ion=theworld&col= Philippine military capture two more militants -- Abu Sayyaf militants in Palawan http://www.radioaustralia.net.au/news/stories/s2029099.htm (Philippines) Cops foil Gen Santos bomb plot, arrest suspect http://newsinfo.inquirer.net/breakingnews/regions/view_article.php?article_id=87692 (U.S.) Terror groups raise funds through drugs: DEA http://afp.google.com/article/ALeqM5hMMH2Q7bDJ8eB4TpHcX8lrpFsvHg (U.S.) Identities of men in ferry photos still unknown http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/localnews/2003876175_ferries09m.html Somalia: 3 children and their mother die in mortar attacks, witnesses say http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/10/africa/AF-GEN-Somalia.php Somalia: Governor Escapes a Grenade Bomb Attack http://allafrica.com/stories/200709100432.html Sudan to issue arrest warrants for Darfur rebels http://africa.reuters.com/top/news/usnBAN044021.html?rpc=401& Nigeria: JTF Uncovers Militants Hide-Out in River http://allafrica.com/stories/200709101076.html Algerians hold mass protest against terrorism http://www.canada.com/ottawacitizen/news/story.html?id=fa10f2d7-5c6f-42c3-a66f-be02a2e544fd Algerian port bomber was aged 15: report http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070910/wl_africa_afp/algeriaattacksbomber;_ylt=A9G_R3tqPOVGMp8A.wlvaA8F Algerian Group Uses Suicide Bombers http://www.guardian.co.uk/worldlatest/story/0,,-6909834,00.html (Algeria) Al Qaeda group says targeted Algeria president http://edition.cnn.com/2007/WORLD/africa/09/09/algeria.blast/ (Turkey) Explosion at Turkish-Iranian pipeline stops gas supply to Turkey http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/10/europe/EU-GEN-Turkey-Pipeline-Explosion.php Spanish police defuse car bomb suspected placed by Basque separatists http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/10/europe/EU-GEN-Spain-Bomb-Defused.php (Spain) Police clash with Basque separatist demonstrators http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=81&story_id=43712 German suspects had deadline for attacks: report -- were told to act by September 15 http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070908/wl_nm/germany_security_dc;_ylt=ArVU84KoyCq0IUzdxDtRfB.s0NUE (Germany) How the CIA Helped Germany Foil Terror Plot http://www.spiegel.de/international/germany/0,1518,504837,00.html German official calls for registration of chemical purchases in wake of terror arrests http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/09/europe/EU-GEN-Germany-Terror-Arrests.php Germans divided on giving up personal freedom http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=26&story_id=43706 (Netherlands) Dutch arrest PKK member wanted in France http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=1&story_id=43700 (UK) Scotland: Terror trial evidence concludes - Mohammed Siddique trial http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/scotland/tayside_and_central/6987125.stm (UK) Twin tower detective backs call for public inquiry into 7/7 attacks http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/uk/article2419369.ece (UK) Muslim group behind 'mega-mosque' seeks to convert all Britain -- Tablighi Jamaat -- Glasgow airport bomber Kafeel Ahmed linked to Tablighi Jamaat http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/comment/faith/article2419524.ece (UK) Mosque leaders' anger at 'hardcore' claims http://www.lancashiretelegraph.co.uk/news/blackburn/headlines/display.var.1677448.0.mosque_leaders_anger_at_hardcore_claims.php (UK) Islamist party Hizb ut-Tahrir 'is targeting university students' http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/09/09/nislam109.xml (UK) Terrorist study to show better methods for linking intelligence http://www.telegraph.co.uk/earth/main.jhtml;jsessionid=ALTQQRIX1OBDLQFIQMGSFF4AVCBQWIV0?xml=/earth/2007/09/10/sciterr110.xml (Iran) US calls for Iran to cooperate rapidly with UN nuclear inspector http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070910/wl_afp/irannuclearpoliticsiaea_070910105823;_ylt=ArzxjSncDB53Sa5JQZ7OodlSw60A Iran, Russia still talking on nuclear plant completion http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070909/wl_mideast_afp/irannuclearpolitics_070909214425;_ylt=AnoZKbJRgaAEW2sYnKS6kUhSw60A Lebanon seeks donor help to rebuild siege camp - Palestinian refugees http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070910/wl_mideast_afp/lebanonunrestaid_070910104858;_ylt=Aum7A_ItxqWL8hrabOwNCcjagGIB Turkey says Israel pledged airspace violation probe http://www.reuters.com/article/worldNews/idUSL1056099320070910 (Israel) Suicide bombing foiled in Tel Aviv -- Islamic attacker meant to infiltrate Jewish city with smuggled explosives -- by Al Aqsa Martyrs Brigades of Fatah http://www.wnd.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=57547 Israel Could Swap Captured Hamas Commander for Long-Held Soldier http://www.voanews.com/english/2007-09-10-voa12.cfm?rss=middle Israel: Russian neo-Nazis could get their Israeli citizenship revoked -- Neo-Nazis found with weapons, explosives http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1293412749 http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml;jsessionid=ALTQQRIX1OBDLQFIQMGSFF4AVCBQWIV0?xml=/news/2007/09/09/wnazi109.xml (Gaza) Palestinian faction attacks Israeli military post -- Israeli Nahal Oz military position, east of Gaza City http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1018734 (Gaza) Qaeda penetrating Gaza via clans: Israeli expert http://afp.google.com/article/ALeqM5gsTA02bmmEAyPTQ6udbw9pZLX72Q (West Bank) Poll: Abbas' popularity has grown since Hamas takeover of Gaza http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/10/africa/ME-GEN-Palestinians-Abbas-Poll.php (Mexico) Sabotage Believed Cause of Mexico Oil Pipeline Blasts http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,296239,00.html (Mexico) Dynamite blast on truck kills 23 in Mexico - cause under investigation http://www.cnn.com/2007/WORLD/americas/09/10/mexico.explosion/index.html Sri Lanka military says 6 rebels killed in separate attacks http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/10/asia/AS-GEN-Sri-Lanka-Civil-War.php (North Korea) US nuclear experts headed to NKorea http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070910/ts_afp/nkoreanuclearweaponsusskorea_070910040622;_ylt=AnmxXZsFzjp0FmxDCWL4LhqCscEA (China) French government falls prey to cyber-attacks "involving China' http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=25&story_id=43688 (Australia) Canberra relists three terror groups http://www.theage.com.au/news/National/Canberra-relists-three-terror-groups/2007/09/10/1189276603281.html Commentary: Where's the War? The placidity of the domestic front. http://article.nationalreview.com/?q=OGE4ZTQzMmRjNGI4ODYyOWFjMTMxNGFlYjM0YWE5ODE= Other News: Pakistan police, Sharif men clash http://www.expressindia.com/fullstory.php?newsid=91988 (Pakistan) Media lashes out at govt, wonders "if 9/10 will be Pak's 9/11" http://www.outlookindia.com/pti_news.asp?id=502558 Afghan demands apology for football 'insult' http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/September/subcontinent_September316.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= Iran steps up crackdown against 'immoral' activity http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070910/wl_mideast_afp/iransocialpolicereligion_070910082938;_ylt=AjxcWtXzzAQeWZflyF8s4AlSw60A Bangladesh seeks Russian help to build nuclear power plant http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070910/wl_sthasia_afp/bangladeshrussiaenergynuclear_070910075453;_ylt=Ai.voQzptFVjc1Bh3daoP1p_5GIA Iraq debate is sea of statistics http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070910/ap_on_go_ca_st_pe/us_iraq_sea_of_stats_6;_ylt=Avw601vAFYPBNn5gyFlZRnNX6GMA Moroccans stick to status quo instead of ushering in Islamists http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/10/africa/AF-GEN-Morocco-Elections.php Morocco Islamists say 'money' blocked poll advance http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\09\10\story_10-9-2007_pg4_11 Canadian prime minister disagrees with decision to allow Muslim women to wear veils for Quebec vote http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/09/america/NA-GEN-Canada-Muslim-Veil.php Sweden: Muhammad protest in Uppsala http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/09/sweden-muhammad-protest-in-uppsala.html (Germany) Politicians, Jewish Leaders Condemn Attack on Rabbi in Germany http://www.dw-world.de/dw/article/0,2144,2776403,00.html (U.S.) NYC: Muslim Day Parade http://urbaninfidel.blogspot.com/ September 9, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News Al-Qaida criticizes Hamas http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070910/ap_on_re_mi_ea/al_qaida_video_1 (Al-Qaeda) Abu Yahia al-Libi in new 90-minute video (from Laura Mansfield) http://www.lauramansfield.com/allibi.wmv (Pakistan) Report: Osama is in Chitral: US experts http://www.dawn.com/2007/09/09/top9.htm CBS report "Where Is Osama Bin Laden?" http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2007/09/07/eveningnews/main3243560.shtml?source=search_story Pakistan issues airport terror alert http://www.dw-world.de/dw/function/0,,12215_cid_2775289,00.html?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf Afghan Suicide Attacks Rise, U.N. Report Shows http://www.nytimes.com/2007/09/09/world/asia/09afghan.html?_r=1&oref=slogin (Aghanistan) Two UK troops killed in Afghanistan: military - Over 30 Taliban killed in separate incidents http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070909/wl_nm/afghan_violence_dc;_ylt=ArlhDMSKxKShFquhbvJxu6ms0NUE (Iraq) Bombs kill 20 in Iraq - Sadr City car bomb killed 15, and wounded 45 - Kufa bomb killed 5, wounded 8 http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070908/ts_nm/iraq_dc Germany says terror plot may be wider - Network might have involved 50 people http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070909/ap_on_re_eu/germany_terror_1 (U.K.) Leading militant in split with Islamists - Maajid Nawaz, senior member of Hizb ut-Tahrir, quits and recants views http://observer.guardian.co.uk/uk_news/story/0,,2165439,00.html http://counterterrorismblog.org/2006/05/post_4.php (Algeria) Al-Qaeda claims Algeria attacks: report - Al Qaeda in Maghreb claims bomb which killed 30 & attempt on President which killed 22 http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070908/ts_afp/algeriaattacksqaeda_070908235522;_ylt=Ao2XaBYokAlWhIK6q0HaM8us0NUE (Lebanon) Christian leader says Hezbollah could torpedo vote http://in.reuters.com/article/worldNews/idINIndia-29414320070908 Syrian VP: 'We will respond soon enough' - Syria blames US & Israel for Israeli foray into Syrian airspace http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1188392565584&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Fatah promises 'revolution of the masses' will topple Hamas http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1188392567594&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Israel) IDF denies capturing top Hamas member http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1188392566134&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Spain) ETA vows to continue attacks on Spain http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070909/wl_canada_nm/canada_spain_eta_col_1 (Columbia) 11 bodies handed over in Colombia probe - Red Cross turns over 11 held by FARC to government http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070909/wl_nm/colombia_bodies_dc;_ylt=Aja5YcJUtNJT83WvGRG8JaSs0NUE (India) Drug addicts, students new faces of ULFA terror http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/September/subcontinent_September338.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (India) Top militant shot dead in Doda - Top Hizb-ul Mujahideen commander killed by security forces http://www.thehindu.com/2007/09/09/stories/2007090955190600.htm (India) ULFA denies involvement in blast - Sept. 1 blast killed one, injured 20 http://www.thehindu.com/2007/09/09/stories/2007090958610100.htm (India) Parents of hardcore ULFA leaders urge them to surrender http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/India/Parents_of_hardcore_ULFA_leaders_urge_them_to_surrender/rssarticleshow/2351153.cms September 8, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News (UK) Our followers "must live in peace until strong enough to wage jihad" -- Deobandi scholar Justice Muhammad Taqi Usmani arguesthat aggressive military jihad should be waged by Muslims "to establish the supremacy of Islam" worldwide http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/comment/faith/article2409833.ece Follow-up to: "Hardline takeover of British mosques" http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/comment/faith/article2402973.ece (UK) Two faces of British youth in thrall to sinister Muslim sect -- studying Islam in a Pakistani Deobandi madrassa teaching hatred of West http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/comment/faith/article2409834.ece (U.S.) New Bin Laden video finally appears on militant Web sites http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/08/africa/ME-GEN-Bin-Laden-Video-Militant-Web.php Bin Laden Video Link - Laura Mansfield Web Site: http://www.lauramansfield.com/obl_9907.rm SITE Institute HTML Version of Transcript Posted on Counterrorism Blog http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/09/obl_transcript.php (U.S.) Voice on al Qaeda tape is bin Laden's - U.S. official http://in.reuters.com/article/worldNews/idINIndia-29404920070907 (U.S.) New Osama Bin Laden video is genuine, say CIA officials http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1188392564416&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (U.S.) 'Osama video a reminder of dangerous world' http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/theworld/2007/September/theworld_September198.xml§ion=theworld (U.S.) DHS' Chertoff: 'These Tapes Are Always Propaganda' http://www.abcnews.go.com/WN/story?id=3573611&page=1 (U.S.) Former Dallas Congressman Testifies at HLF Trial http://www.investigativeproject.org/article/436 http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/09/former_dallas_congressman_test.php (Iraq) Three terrorists killed, 18 arrested in Iraq - one of the terrorists killed was a top Al-Qaeda leader implicated in bombings and kidnappings in Diyala http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1018140 (Iraq) US troops launch assault in Iraqi oil city - in Kirkuk - part of Operation Lightning Hammer II http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070908/wl_mideast_afp/iraqunrestuskirkuk_070908101840;_ylt=AsbkxI96r7n42j6kJ8Js66xX6GMA (Iraq) US drone kills two suspected bombers in Iraq http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070908/wl_mideast_afp/iraqunrestusdrone_070908102323;_ylt=AsjrSxhIRg1.kJBQY5SkfLZX6GMA (Iraq) Eight killed, wounded in Kirkuk attacks - car bomb, gunmen, mortars http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1018180 (Iraq) Bomb kills four in Iraq Shiite holy town - bomb hidden in bag explodes in Kufa market http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070908/wl_mideast_afp/iraqunrestkufa_070908101046;_ylt=Aj3GrAzT6gt1KeyvhFAu5WhX6GMA Iraqi cleric Muqtada al-Sadr's top aide killed in Najaf http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Iraqi_cleric_Muqtada_al-Sadrs_top_aide_killed_in_Najaf/articleshow/2350411.cms (Iraq) General Petraeus says Iraq progress 'uneven' http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/09/08/wiraq308.xml (Afghanistan) At least 50 Taliban killed in Afghan, US operations -- defense ministry reports Saturday based on 2 days of operations http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070908/wl_sthasia_afp/afghanistanunrest_070908122906;_ylt=ArXth3Hx17_VF_H4TImoQqPOVooA (Afghanistan) Al-Qaeda-linked Kabul suicide network busted: police http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070908/wl_sthasia_afp/afghanistanunrestsuicide_070908112003;_ylt=An1eClgdksgzgO6YGEJAHvXOVooA (Pakistan) Car blast in northern Pakistan wounds 17-- in Peshawar http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1018184 http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/September/subcontinent_September307.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (Pakistan) Suicide bombers may target Islamabad markets http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\09\08\story_8-9-2007_pg7_6 http://www.satp.org/satporgtp/detailed_news.asp?date1=9/8/2007#12 (Pakistan) Two explosions of Homemade explosive devices in Quetta http://www.dawn.com/2007/09/08/top18.htm (Pakistan) Militants blow up 63 shops in Swat http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\09\08\story_8-9-2007_pg1_6 (Pakistan) Lal Masjid re-opening: Jamia Fareedia students to move SC http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\09\08\story_8-9-2007_pg7_22 'US would invade Pakistan to eradicate terror cells' http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/US_would_invade_Pakistan_to_eradicate_terror_cells/articleshow/2349539.cms (Pakistan) US renews F-16 fighter jet exports to Pakistan -- announced plans to "donate" another two dozen http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\09\08\story_8-9-2007_pg1_9 (Algeria) Suicide car bomb kills at least 28 in Algeria: hospitals http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070908/wl_afp/algeriaattackstoll_070908122250 http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/08/africa/AF-GEN-Algeria-Bombing.php (Algeria) Man suspected of carrying out deadly bomb attack in Algeria is killed -- Thursday bombing in Batna http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/07/africa/AF-GEN-Algeria-Attack.php Egypt denounces two Algerian terror attacks http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1839956&Language=en Somalia: Ethiopian Troop Base in National Stadium Comes Under Attack http://allafrica.com/stories/200709080026.html Somali rebels warn of full-scale war http://www.middle-east-online.com/english/?id=22071 Nigeria: Armed Forces Allay Fears On Terrorism Attacks http://allafrica.com/stories/200709080001.html German Interior Ministers Hold Emergency Summit - on terror plot http://www.spiegel.de/international/germany/0,1518,504470,00.html German minister calls on Muslims to report radicals http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1018151 (Germany) US tip-off foiled German bomb plot, reports say http://www.guardian.co.uk/germany/article/0,,2164900,00.html (Germany) Turkish connection in foiled plot unsettles Germans http://www.iht.com/articles/2007/09/07/business/turks.php (Germany) Pakistan link to foiled Germany terror plot: report http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070908/wl_sthasia_afp/germanyusattackspakistan_070908052046;_ylt=AvV7n7rJX0Qbbqcm7QjRSjsTv5UB http://www.satp.org/satporgtp/detailed_news.asp?date1=9/8/2007#13 (Germany) Debate on Terror in Germany Highlights Political Divisions http://www.dw-world.de/dw/article/0,2144,2773969,00.html (Turkey) Three arrested in Turkey for aiding PKK rebels http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1018182 Turkey: Security barrier 'to be built along the Iraqi border' http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1283673022 (Thailand) Insurgents kill 2; 11 militants arrested -- Songkhla and Yala provinces http://www.bangkokpost.com/breaking_news/previousdetail.php?id=121451 (Asia-Pacific) Bush rallies Asia-Pacific against terrorism -- refers to "violent Islamic extremists" http://www.bangkokpost.com/topstories/topstories.php?id=121424 Iran dismisses massive US fine as "baseless" http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/September/middleeast_September90.xml§ion=middleeast&col= Iranian official: Aggression against any Muslim country will backfire http://www.ynetnews.com/articles/0,7340,L-3447223,00.html (Iran) Nuke watchdog defends Iran deal http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20070908/FOREIGN/109080042/1001 Lebanese army kills militant near battle camp - on Friday http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070907/wl_mideast_afp/lebanonunrest_070907170738;_ylt=AvRefYq9vWHXCtMx8c4ftm3agGIB (Lebanon) Report: Lebanese Army says Israeli jets breach Lebanese airspace 10 times http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1018195 (Gaza) At least 70 hurt in Hamas, Fatah clashes - update http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1188392560724&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Gaza) Israel nabs top Hamas commander in S. Gaza http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/September/middleeast_September89.xml§ion=middleeast&col= (Gaza) Qassam activist killed in operation http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1018192 (Canada) Day says Canada safer than ever but not immune to terrorist attack http://cnews.canoe.ca/CNEWS/Canada/2007/09/07/4477740-cp.html Analysis: "Scarier Than Bin Laden" - on role of Zawahiri in Al Qaeda http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/09/07/AR2007090702056.html Analysis: WP/NPR Article on Lackawanna Six (my title) http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/09/07/AR2007090702049.html (India) Three rebels, three tribals die in Chhattisgarh violence http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/September/subcontinent_September300.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (India) Maoists kill four for taking part in Jharkhand poll http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/September/subcontinent_September301.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (India) Anti-terror outfit named OCTOPUS http://www.hindu.com/2007/09/08/stories/2007090858960400.htm (Bangladesh) JMB cadre arrested in Bangladesh http://www.satp.org/satporgtp/detailed_news.asp?date1=9/8/2007#10 Bangladesh crack forces kill 400 in 'encounters' http://www.hindustantimes.com/StoryPage/StoryPage.aspx?id=ac40bb0d-1514-4833-975c-6702157b2e84&MatchID1=4509&TeamID1=2&TeamID2=6&MatchType1=2&SeriesID1=1125&PrimaryID=4509&Headline=Bangladesh+crack+forces+kill+400+in+'encounters' Colombian TV shows Dutch woman believed to be held by FARC http://www.earthtimes.org/articles/show/104352.html Colombia slams FARC for delay in search for bodies http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070907/wl_nm/colombia_rebels_dc_1 (Sri Lanka) US lawmakers express concerns over safety of Sri Lankan defense correspondent http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/08/asia/AS-GEN-Sri-Lanka-US-Journalist-Threatened.php (Sri Lanka) 21 killed in fresh Sri Lanka violence http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070908/wl_sthasia_afp/srilankaunrest_070908122703;_ylt=Al6y4GNw79gcJV2N0QpKlbstM8oA Sri Lanka gunbattles, blast kill 13 http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/September/subcontinent_September309.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= China's cyber army is preparing to march on America, says Pentagon http://technology.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/tech_and_web/the_web/article2409865.ece North Korean regime accuses US of plotting to topple it http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/08/asia/AS-GEN-NKorea-US.php Other News: (UK) More Islamic faith schools are planned in an effort to integrate minorities http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/life_and_style/education/article2409948.ece (UK) Commentary: The New Anti-Semitism http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/09/03/AR2007090300719.html (Canada) Veiled women can vote in Quebec election http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2007/09/07/veiled_women_can_vote_in_quebec_election/9751/ (Sweden) 500 Swedish Muslims demonstrate to protest against prophet drawing in Swedish paper http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/07/europe/EU-GEN-Sweden-Prophet-Drawing-Protest.php (Sweden) Sculpture by controverial artist set on fire http://www.thelocal.se/8420/20070907/ (Morocco) Islamist party reports weaker than expected showing in Morocco's parliamentary elections http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/08/africa/AF-POL-Morocco-Elections.php Morocco: Islamists back reform and fight against graft http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Politics/?id=1.0.1283766780 (India) Radicals threaten to burn Christian pastor -- Church congregation ejected, building vandalized with 'Om' symbol http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=57524 (U.S.) Edwards proposes international counterterrorism agency http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20070908/NATION/109080046/1001 Commentary: Jew-Hatred and Jihad -- The Nazi roots of the 9/11 attack http://www.weeklystandard.com/Content/Public/Articles/000/000/014/080ruyhg.asp Commentary: Abe Foxman's Fear http://frontpagemagazine.com/Articles/Read.aspx?GUID=681E5075-B42C-4501-94EF-A38915A3DA04 September 7, 2007 PM Anti-Terrorism News SITE Institute: Transcript of Bin Laden Video (HTML online version) http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/09/obl_transcript.php JihadWatch: "Osama's invitation to Islam" http://www.jihadwatch.org/archives/018077.php http://www.usc.edu/dept/MSA/fundamentals/hadithsunnah/muslim/019.smt.html#019.4294 SITE Institute: Transcript of Osama Bin Laden video (PDF file 7 pages long) http://counterterrorismblog.org/site-resources/images/SITE-OBL-transcript.pdf SITE Institute: One minute video clip of new Osama Bin Laden video http://sitemultimedia.org/video/SITE_UBL_Sahab_Clip_907.wmv (Al Qaeda) 9/11 6th Anniversary: Bin Laden Video Details Emerge http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/09/obl_video_details_emerge.php (Al Qaeda) 9/11 6th Anniversary: Bin Laden Video Being Analyzed by US Govt and Islamist "Special Gift" Promised (updated) http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/09/obl_video_coming.php US studies Osama Bin Laden video, CIA warns of Al-Qaeda plots http://www.channelnewsasia.com/stories/afp_world/view/298563/1/.html Report: Al Qaeda 'Plans Attacks On US' http://news.sky.com/skynews/article/0,,70131-1283265,00.html Details of purported bin Laden video emerge -- Officials: No specific threat made; Web sites carrying tape shut down http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/20640658/ New OBL Tape: Iraq, Democratic Control http://blogs.abcnews.com/politicalradar/2007/09/new-obl-tape-ir.html Bin Laden Threatens Americans in First Video Message in Three Years http://blogs.abcnews.com/theblotter/2007/09/bin-laden-threa.html Bin Laden tape grabs attention but lacks overt threat http://uk.reuters.com/article/topNews/idUKN0720288720070907?feedType=RSS&feedName=topNews Bin Laden urges Americans to convert http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070907/ap_on_re_mi_ea/bin_laden_video_26;_ylt=A9G_RmTZp.FG9v8AqwkwuecA No overt threats in new bin Laden video http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070907/ap_on_go_ot/us_bin_laden;_ylt=AmCGKgTX7Y5_gzinByVL9l6s0NUE Why have Democrats failed to stop war? http://www.cnn.com/2007/US/09/07/binladen.tape/index.html U.S. analyzing purported bin Laden tape http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070907/ts_nm/security_binladen_tape_dc U.S. trying to determine age of purported bin Laden tape http://www.cnn.com/2007/US/09/07/binladen.tape/index.html U.S. has copy of purported bin Laden video http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/20640658/ U.S. Analyzing New Bin Laden Video http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2007/09/07/terror/main3240775.shtml (U.S) Islamic Charity Drops Libel Suit Over Terrorism Book - Media Law Resource Center review of Kinder USA case http://counterterrorismblog.org/newslinks/upload/2007/09/MLRC_Med.pdf (U.S.) CIA chief defends detention of terrorism suspects http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/07/america/NA-GEN-CIA-Detainees.php (U.S.) Univ. of Minn. officials check bomb threat http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2007/09/07/univ_of_minn_officials_check_bomb_threat/3188/ (Afghanistan) 'Taliban commander' killed in battle - Battle in SE sector http://www.cnn.com/2007/WORLD/asiapcf/09/07/afghan.fighting/index.html?section=cnn_latest (Iraq) Suspected Shi'ite Militant Brigade Commander Captured in Iraq http://www.voanews.com/english/2007-09-07-voa38.cfm Iraqi Crisis Report: Smuggling Thrives in Basra http://www.iwpr.net/?p=icr&s=f&o=338511&apc_state=henh (Hezbollah) Former U.S. Sen. James Abourezk on Hizbullah TV - MEMRI transcript - called Hizbullah & Hamas "resistance fighters" http://www.memritv.org/clip/en/1551.htm (Hamas) At least 50 hurt in Hamas, Fatah clashes http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1188392560724&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Germany) The Story Behind the German Terror Plot - ABC News: German police silent for 10 months as 1,000 officers built case - 1,500 pounds of hydrogen peroxide http://blogs.abcnews.com/theblotter/2007/09/exclusive-the-s.html (UK) British man arrested on suspected link to al Qaeda -- Rangzieb Ahmed released by Pakistan, arrested by UK on returning to UK http://www.reuters.com/article/topNews/idUSL0790603620070907 (UK) Man 'willing' to help terrorists - trial of Abdul Patel - found with a manual for making bombs http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/england/london/6984114.stm Iran Fined $2.65 Billion for Terrorism -- in U.S. court ruling over 1983 Hezbollah bombing of US Marines barracks http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/I/IRAN_TERRORISM?SITE=AP&SECTION=HOME&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT&CTIME=2007-09-07-11-06-17 Sudanese Islamic Leaders Threaten U.S.: Don't Send Forces to Darfur -- Sudan is the Most Beautiful Place in Which Our Sheikh, Bin Laden, Can Operate http://www.memritv.org/clip_transcript/en/1549.htm Nigeria Rejects US Terror Attack Claim http://www.voanews.com/english/2007-09-07-voa17.cfm Peace or Jihad? Abrogation in Islam -- by David Bukay http://www.meforum.org/article/1754 September 7, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News (U.S.) New Videotape From Bin Laden; Al Qaeda's No. 1 Still Alive http://blogs.abcnews.com/theblotter/2007/09/new-videotape-f.html Intelligence sources tell ABC News they believe the expected video message from Osama bin Laden is authentic, recently produced and evidence the al Qaeda leader is still alive. U.S. authorities now say they have a transcript which they say is aimed at potential suicide bombers who he urges to carry out missions against the West. (U.S.) Capture of Bin Laden a top 'priority' for US http://www.expressindia.com/fullstory.php?newsid=91845 (Iraq) 7 Americans killed in Iraq attacks - four in Anbar fighting - three in Ninevah province roadside bomb http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070907/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq_070906235359;_ylt=AqC_UW5Iyh26cIdClrO9iSFX6GMA (Iraq) Three Iraqis killed in attack on Kirkuk mosque http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1017941 Iraqi official arrested over Askari Shrines' bombing of last year http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1017948 Afghan police seek kidnapped mine clearing team - updated story http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070907/ap_on_re_as/afghanistan_070904234727;_ylt=Aui96gaRCyHOHkvItpOOJnPOVooA (Afghanistan) Britain tells US: We're winning Afghan battles but not the war http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/politics/article2402986.ece (Pakistan) Karachi explosion wounds 16 http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1017922 (Pakistan) Explosions in northern Pakistan destroys 40 music shops http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1017921 (Pakistan) No progress in peace talks with Taliban http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\09\07\story_7-9-2007_pg1_4 (Pakistan) US urges action against 'militants' safe haven -- Nicholas Burns says cooperation needed to get to safe haven of Al Qaeda within Pakistan http://www.dawn.com/2007/09/07/top8.htm (Pakistan) Two women beheaded by militants in Pakistan -- in Bannu http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070907/wl_sthasia_afp/pakistanafghanistanunrestwomen_070907121656;_ylt=AizP2Pz2xBMSom.kMafE38DzPukA Pakistan: UK national 'freed after being held without charge' -- Rangzieb Ahmed had been arrested on suspicion of being Al-Qaeda member http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1282885053 German terror suspect 'met 9/11 hijacker' http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/europe/article2407656.ece (Germany) Internet cafe stakeout nabs bomb suspects http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2007/09/07/internet_cafe_stakeout_nabs_bomb_suspects/1479/ German security officials urge government to make attending terror training camp a crime http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/07/europe/EU-GEN-Germany-Terror-Arrests.php (Germany) Home grown radical shocks quiet German town http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=26&story_id=43656 (UK) Scotland: Terror trial shown beheading film -- beheading of US citizen -- Mohammed Siddique trial http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/scotland/tayside_and_central/6983511.stm (UK) Scotland: Terror trial sees Siddique papers praising suicide bombers -- Mohammed Siddique trial -- Evan Kohlmann quoted http://news.scotsman.com/glasgow.cfm?id=1428672007 (UK) Hardline takeover of British mosques by Deobandis -- leading preacher Riyadh ul Haq loathes Western values and has called on Muslims to "shed blood" for Allah http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/comment/faith/article2402973.ece Taliban and Tablighi Jamaat are said to follow forms of Deobandism http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Deobandi (UK) The homegrown Islamic cleric who loathes the British -- Riyadh ul Haq http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/uk/article2402998.ece (UK) Islamic extremism 'spreading in UK' http://www.viewlondon.co.uk/news/islamic-extremism-spreading-in-uk-18271589.html (UK) Radical Islamic sect 'has half of Britain's mosques in its grip' http://www.dailymail.co.uk/pages/live/articles/news/news.html?in_article_id=480470&in_page_id=1770&ito=newsnow (UK) Muslim leaders reject extremism claims http://www.lep.co.uk/ViewArticle.aspx?sectionid=73&articleid=3184685 (UK) Library chiefs hit back at extremist Islamic books claim -- claim books are scholarly and historical http://icbirmingham.icnetwork.co.uk/mail/news/tm_headline=library-chiefs-hit-back-at-islamic-books-claim%26method=full%26objectid=19749249%26siteid=50002-name_page.html France: Anti-terror forces on 'war-footing' -- update http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1278687138 Russia says kills Islamists crossing from Georgia http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/russia_georgia_dc;_ylt=Ao316mW_dGuuBYoydHr1Jkd_5GIA (Russia) Ethnic Russian woman shot dead in troubled southern Ingushetia region http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/07/europe/EU-GEN-Russia-Violence.php Algeria suicide attack kills 22, wounds 107 -- updated death toll http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/theworld/2007/September/theworld_September183.xml§ion=theworld (Algeria) "Human bomb" tactic poses test for Algeria security http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070907/wl_nm/algeria_bomb_dc Somali PM to meet Islamist financier in Djibouti http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070907/wl_nm/somalia_conflict_dc_7;_ylt=AhhrP.hBnRnfvCzcs7g1MxCQLIUD (Nigeria) U.S. interests said at risk in Nigeria - updated story http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070907/ap_on_re_af/nigeria_us_5;_ylt=Av1hML9JgN1mbgaidR565rXZ9YEA Ethiopia detains 4 American soldiers trying to contact with eastern Ethiopia rebel group http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/07/africa/AF-GEN-Ethiopia-US.php Liberia: 72 Witnesses to Testify Against Taylor http://allafrica.com/stories/200709061181.html (Lebanon) Fatah Al-Islam militant arrested in northern village http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1017963 Lebanese army kills two militants near battle camp - on Thursday http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070906/wl_mideast_afp/lebanonunrest_070906195339;_ylt=AlhLDfZIujAk.s1ne_Iw93DagGIB Syria fires on Israeli war planes http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,22379209-23109,00.html Syria criticizes Israel for alleged violation of airspace http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/07/africa/ME-GEN-Syria-Israel.php Iran blasts Israeli "violation of Syrian airspace" http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/September/middleeast_September85.xml§ion=middleeast (Iran) U.S. sees potential merit to Iran cooperation plan http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070907/pl_nm/iran_nuclear_usa_dc_1;_ylt=AqGc8DvAKm5w9UHO8RxCoCJSw60A (Iran) Academic detained in Iran returns to US - Haleh Esfandiari http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070907/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iran_american_detained_2;_ylt=Av6.PXg_pSWkueD_Jzoa29ZSw60A (Iran) Israel Counter Terrorism: 'Iran can be set back' http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1188392557184&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Israeli official: Alleged IAF flyover won't spark war with Syria -- IAF plane likely taking photographs or in error - says IAF planes enter Syrian airspace on daily basis http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1188392560421&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Israel) Explosive device detonated near IDF soldiers; no wounded http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1188392559069&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Israel) Doubt Israel will exist long-term, says poll http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,22381553-23109,00.html (Israel) IDF: Islamic Jihad cell planned to kidnap soldier http://www.ynetnews.com/articles/0,7340,L-3446787,00.html Palestinians fire at IDF post near Gaza fence; none hurt http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1188392561466&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Hamas forces clash with Gaza protesters http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/September/middleeast_September84.xml§ion=middleeast&col= Indian Maoists target politicians, three killed http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070907/wl_sthasia_afp/indiaunrestmaoists_070907103205;_ylt=ArlabupQ9dEihwFZJhDPkXtA7AkB (India) Former Andhra Chief Minister escapes unhurt in landmine blast, 3 Congress workers killed -- in a Maoist attack in Nellore http://www.hindustantimes.com/StoryPage/StoryPage.aspx?id=8e03885b-74fc-4181-85ba-2843c54cffa3&&Headline=Former+Andhra+CM+escapes+attack%2c+3+killed (India) 14 ULFA militants surrender in Assam http://www.satp.org/satporgtp/detailed_news.asp?date1=9/7/2007#10 (India) Supreme Court grants bail to four more convicts in Mumbai blasts case http://www.outlookindia.com/pti_news.asp?id=501893 http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/1993_blasts_SC_grants_bail_to_Memons/articleshow/2346277.cms (U.S.) Lawmakers Challenge Plan to Expand Spying -- Concerns Focus on Domestic Use of Satellite Technology and How U.S. Will Protect Civil Liberties http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/09/06/AR2007090601128.html (Al Qaeda) As-Sahab Issues English-Subtitled Version of “The Winds of Paradise”, Narrated by Adam Gadahn AKA Azzam the American http://siteinstitute.org/bin/articles.cgi?ID=publications313807&Category=publications&Subcategory=0 (Columbia) US hostages' families turn to Chavez http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070905/ap_on_go_ca_st_pe/us_colombia_hostages_1;_ylt=AuzjKmZEwIzoDEbVmIBZwSCwv7kA (Indonesia) Court 'rejects Bali bomber Amrozi's appeal' http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,22380632-23109,00.html (Philippines) Terror suspect arrested in Philippines http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,22381931-23109,00.html Philippine president offers rebels amnesty in effort to restart talks http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/07/asia/AS-GEN-Philippines-Communist-Rebels.php (Malaysia) 'Bali bomber Dulmatin not here'--Malaysian officials http://globalnation.inquirer.net/news/breakingnews/view_article.php?article_id=87304 (Sri Lanka) 43 aid workers killed in Sri Lanka: rights group http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070906/wl_sthasia_afp/srilankaunrestrights_070906181925;_ylt=AtwBsa8O4nNM1BsRQwL1ZBMtM8oA North Korea invites 3 nations for nuke survey http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070907/ap_on_re_as/us_nkorea_3;_ylt=Ao9OfO4Zbz6el3L0gT.XpHqCscEA Other News: (U.S.) Zogby poll: 42% of Democrats think Bush either caused 9/11 or let it happen http://hotair.com/archives/2007/09/06/zogby-poll-42-of-democrats-think-bush-caused-911-or-let-it-happen/ http://www.911truth.org/images/ZogbyPoll2007.pdf (U.S.) NYC - Bomb could have been message to Imperioli http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Entertainment/2007/09/06/bomb_could_have_been_message_to_imperioli/4945/ (U.S.) Kansas: No injuries in bomb blast at alternative high school in Leavenworth http://www.kansascity.com/115/story/264195.html (U.S.) California: Your Black Muslim Bakery goes up for sale http://www.insidebayarea.com/ci_6825845 (Netherlands) Ex-Muslims gather in The Hague on 9/11 - to sign a 'European Declaration of Tolerance ' http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=1&story_id=43650 (Sweden) Muslim Ambassadors: 'Sweden Needs to Change Its Laws' http://www.thelocal.se/8412/20070906/ Swedish premier, Muslim ambassadors content with prophet cartoon talks http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/07/europe/EU-GEN-Sweden-Prophet-Drawings.php (Europe) Book Review: Allah's witnesses http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/09/book-review-allahs-witnesses.html Advocacy Group: Write Nicolas Sarkozy regarding upcoming Mohammed al-Dura case http://www.standwithus.com/app/iNews/view.asp?ID=178 (Canada) Muslim women won't have to show their faces to vote in Quebec byelections http://www.cbc.ca/canada/montreal/story/2007/09/06/qc-niqab0906.html Thailand wants to build at least four nuclear power plants http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/07/asia/AS-FIN-Thailand-Nuclear-Energy.php (Germany) 9 Percent of Saxony Supports Neo-Nazism (my title) http://www.spiegel.de/international/germany/0,1518,504427,00.html September 6, 2007 PM Anti-Terrorism News (U.S.) 9/11 6th Anniversary: New Bin Laden Video Coming and Islamist "Special Gift" Promised http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/09/obl_video_coming.php (U.S.) Al Qaeda Announces New Bin Laden Video http://blogs.abcnews.com/theblotter/2007/09/al-qaeda-announ.html (U.S.) HLF Witness Doesn't Accept Evidence Linking Charity to HAMAS http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/09/hlf_witness_doesnt_accept_evid.php (U.S.) Judge says jury in Fort Dix plot trial to be anonymous http://www.delmarvanow.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20070906/NEWS01/70906059 (U.S.) South Carolina Pipe Bomb Investigation: USF students' box of bullets adds intrigue http://www.sptimes.com/2007/09/06/Hillsborough/USF_students__box_of_.shtml (U.S.) Judge: Parts of revised USA Patriot Act violate First Amendment http://www.nydailynews.com/news/2007/09/06/2007-09-06_judge_parts_of_revised_usa_patriot_act_v-1.html (U.S.) Judge strikes down part of Patriot Act http://today.reuters.com/news/articlenews.aspx?type=topNews&storyID=2007-09-06T204457Z_01_N06349073_RTRUKOC_0_US-SECURITY-FBI-GAG.xml (U.S.) NYPD's fast boat is latest weapon in the war on terror http://www.nydailynews.com/news/crime_file/2007/09/06/2007-09-06_nypds_fast_boat_is_latest_weapon_in_the_.html (U.S.) NYC: U.N. defends action on chemicals that alarmed NY - So-called "chemical agent" was really harmless commercial solvent http://ca.today.reuters.com/news/newsArticle.aspx?type=topNews&storyID=2007-09-06T201954Z_01_N06340266_RTRIDST_0_NEWS-UN-CHEMICALS-COL.XML (U.S.) 9/11 relatives see family support waning http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070906/ap_on_re_us/sept11_survey (U.S.) Sept 11 wreckage and photos on exhibit http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070906/ts_nm/sept11_exhibit_dc U.S. boosting military aid to $3.9B in terrorism fight-study -- to 25 countries, including Pakistan, Yemen, Azerbaijan, Thailand, Indonesia, Chad and Mauritania http://africa.reuters.com/wire/news/usnN06343845.html (U.S.) New York Times article by Neil MacFarquhar Whitewash of Islamist Group - by Steven Emerson http://www.investigativeproject.org/article/433 (U.S.) Battle against terror finance is half-won http://www.hindustantimes.com/StoryPage/StoryPage.aspx?id=e8571f8b-37d9-47c6-adc5-cf2ce647d3a4&ParentID=21bea24a-9961-4c8f-8b4d-b8dd26fc7bc8&&Headline=Battle+against+terror+finance+is+half-won (Italy) Small money transfers finance terror http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070906/ap_on_re_eu/italy_terrorism_on_the_cheap Germany building case in foiled terrorist plot http://www.iht.com/articles/2007/09/06/europe/germany.php (Update) German authorities searching for 7 more suspects in terror plot - updated story changes quantity for 10 to 7 http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/06/europe/EU-GEN-Germany-Terror-Arrests.php Germany debates security after foiled bomb plot http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070906/wl_nm/germany_security_dc Euro-Terror Plots + Visa Waiver = Sober Reminder http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/09/euroterror_plots_visa_waiver_s.php (Afghanistan) Troop shortfalls hurt Afghan mission, says NATO http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070906/ts_nm/nato_afghan_dc;_ylt=AhmFP_xWi29iKkBrkIApmnms0NUE Pakistani tailor's shop bombed for making Western-style clothes http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1188392551907&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (India) Kashmir militants ready for Ramadan truce: Sallahuddin http://www.earthtimes.org/articles/show/103438.html (Lebanon) DNA tests on body thought to be Abssi's come back negative - Shaker al-Abssi, Fatah al-Islam leader, maybe alive http://www.dailystar.com.lb/article.asp?edition_id=1&categ_id=2&article_id=85098 Israeli Incursion Into Gaza Leaves 10 Palestinian Militants Dead http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,295914,00.html (Israel) IDF foils Kissufim kidnapping attempt http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1188392552292&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Afghanistan) Over 60 Taliban said killed - In two Kandahar battles (updated) http://ca.today.reuters.com/news/newsArticle.aspx?type=topNews&storyID=2007-09-06T184944Z_01_ISL97303_RTRIDST_0_NEWS-AFGHAN-VIOLENCE-COL.XML Iraq government near collapse, secret report says - Report for U.S. Congress also questions military progress http://www.nydailynews.com/news/wn_report/2007/09/06/2007-09-06_iraq_government_near_collapse_secret_rep.html (Iraq) It's Iran we're fighting, claims Basra commander http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/09/06/nbasra206.xml (Iraq) Al Sadr and the Militia Freeze Part Two - Commentary by leading Arab journalist http://aawsat.com/english/news.asp?section=2&id=10115 Algeria bomb kills 15 before presidential visit http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070906/ts_nm/algeria_bomb_dc;_ylt=AhzLALMTdPceRNzKQST0i7Gs0NUE (Russia) Four Russian policemen killed in Chechnya http://www.alertnet.org/thenews/newsdesk/L06649975.htm (Columbia) Woman's diary of a FARC guerrilla's life http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/news/world-news/article2934473.ece Colombian authorities arrest drug boss wanted by US - William Valencia, a.k.a. 'Cachetes' http://news.monstersandcritics.com/americas/news/article_1352749.php/Colombian_authorities_arrest_drug_boss_wanted_by_US (Al Qaeda) As-Sahab Issues English-Subtitled Version of “The Winds of Paradise”, Narrated by Adam Gadahn AKA Azzam the American http://siteinstitute.org/bin/articles.cgi?ID=publications313807&Category=publications&Subcategory=0 (Al Qaeda) As Sahab releases English translation of Winds of Marytrs Part 1 - video link http://www.lauramansfield.com/shuhada3e.rm September 6, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News Germany hunts for 10 more terror suspects -- Two German converts to Islam, Turkish citizen held over alleged plots http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/06/europe/EU-GEN-Germany-Terror-Arrests.php http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/20618515/ (Germany) UK link to German terrorists planning new 9/11 massacre -- terrorists phoned British contacts as they plotted http://www.thisislondon.co.uk/news/article-23411090-details/UK+link+to+terrorists+planning+new+911+massacre/article.do German authorities watch increasing conversions to Islam with concern http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=26&story_id=43596 (Germany) US sees al-Qaeda link in European terror arrests http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=26&story_id=43594 (Iraq) Al-Qaeda network disrupted in Kirkuk - coalition forces killed six terrorists and detained 25 suspected terrorists in fighting in Kirkuk and Tigris River Valley http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1839519&Language=en (Iraq) New operation against Al-Qaeda by 26,000 US, Iraqi soldiers -- in northern Iraq http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1017697 (Iraq) Four US soldiers killed in Baghdad, Salah Ad-Din http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1017621 (Iraq) U.S. air strike in Baghdad kills 14: police -- US special forces called strikes after attacks from gunmen on rooftops http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070906/wl_nm/iraq_dc_42;_ylt=AqJe.ZgZZneQqecrp1X65oFX6GMA (Iraq) Study: Iraqi forces far from ready http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070906/ap_on_go_ca_st_pe/us_iraq_70;_ylt=AvKCz9ZkM5YPDc7EE0gMDBswuecA (Iraq) Report from Independent Commission on the Security Forces of Iraq (Acrobat file) - Issued by CSIS http://counterterrorismblog.org/newslinks/upload/2007/09/CSIS-IraqSecurityForcesRprt.pdf (Iraq) Congress to hear from Iraq panel today http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070906/ap_on_go_ca_st_pe/us_iraq;_ylt=Avy9i4On6Yqt2C6EgUXtDDas0NUE (Iraq) Commentary: Iran's plan for Iraq - Walid Phares http://worlddefensereview.com/phares090507.shtml (Afghanistan) More than 40 Afghan insurgents killed -- in Wednesday battles in Sha Wali Kot district in southern Kandahar http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070906/ap_on_re_as/afghanistan_070904234724;_ylt=AgF5_JblG2H2WHPFU1Y44y3OVooA Pakistan army kills 7 suspected militants near Afghan border -- near Miran Shah http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/06/asia/AS-GEN-Pakistan-Violence.php Pakistan: Militants free six soldiers (update) - out of about 300 Pakistan soldiers held hostage http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1277922649 (Pakistan) 3, including 2 Frontier Corps men, killed in Quetta http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\09\06\story_6-9-2007_pg7_4 (Pakistan) Investigators say Mehsuds behind Rawalpindi attacks http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\09\06\story_6-9-2007_pg7_1 India: Hyderabad blast culprits 'still hiding in Hyderabad' http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1277752895 (India) Ten held for Hyderabad blasts, RDX smuggling http://www.outlookindia.com/pti_news.asp?id=501580 http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/India/Ten_held_for_Hyderabad_blasts_RDX_smuggling/articleshow/2343398.cms (India) Three terrorist hideouts unearthed in Jammu http://www.hindustantimes.com/StoryPage/StoryPage.aspx?id=e035df2c-43c5-4e16-86a6-6219e2ca6b72&&Headline=Three+terrorist+hideouts+unearthed+in+Jammu (India) Naxalites kill civilian in Maharastra http://www.satp.org/satporgtp/detailed_news.asp?date1=9/6/2007#3 (India) Eight militants arrested in Assam http://www.satp.org/satporgtp/detailed_news.asp?date1=9/6/2007#8 (India) Future threat: Terror from the sea http://in.rediff.com/news/2007/sep/06raman.htm (Russia) 2 police killed, gas pipeline damaged by bomb in Russia's Caucasus http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/06/europe/EU-GEN-Russia-Restive-South.php Algeria: Al-Qaeda in the Islamic Maghreb tightens the noose on new terrorists http://www.echoroukonline.com/english/modules.php?name=News&file=article&sid=7479 (Somalia) Militant Somali Islamist at Eritrea talks http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070906/wl_nm/somalia_conflict_dc_5;_ylt=ApqkUm.m5D7kdKzFEIb83uGQLIUD Somalia: Another Journalist Threatened http://allafrica.com/stories/200709060468.html (U.S./Nigeria) U.S., Western interests at risk of terror attack in Nigeria, U.S. Embassy warns http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/06/africa/AF-GEN-Nigeria-US.php (U.S.) Chertoff Says Colleges Should Keep Tabs On Foreign Students - reference to Egyptian-born University of South Florida students in pipe-bomb case http://www2.tbo.com/content/2007/sep/05/usf-students-charges-prompt-tough-questions/?news-breaking (U.S.) Chertoff: U.S. 'Unequivocally' Safer Now From Attacks http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/09/05/AR2007090501215.html?sub=AR (U.S.) Homeland Security falls short, GAO says http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/20613908/ (U.S.) CAIR Rep Calls Americans in Iraq "Crusaders" http://www.americansagainsthate.org/press_releases/PR-ShaikhCrusaders.php Lebanese army kills militant near battle camp - Lebanese soldiers killed one Fatah al-Islam militant and captured two others on Thursday near a bombed-out refugee camp http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070906/wl_mideast_afp/lebanonunrest_070906103624;_ylt=AmUytshPI6Gz1.hrf2I41inagGIB (Israel) Three militants killed, 6 wounded in IDF strike in southern Gaza http://www.haaretz.com/hasen/spages/901636.html (Israel) IDF Finds Five Bombs, Arrests Terrorist, in Shechem http://www.israelnationalnews.com/News/Flash.aspx/132885 (Israel) Palestinian Militants claim to infiltrate Israeli army post http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/06/africa/ME-GEN-Gaza-Clashes.php (Israel) Hamas denies Haaretz report of new Israeli offer on Shalit deal http://www.haaretz.com/hasen/spages/901645.html (Israel) Hamas: Red Cross can't visit Schalit http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1188392553672&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Syria says Israeli jets bomb territory http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070906/ts_nm/syria_israel_dc Syria: Air defenses fired at Israeli aircraft over our airspace http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1188392553869&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull (Saudi Arabia) Sixteen Saudis return from Guantanamo Bay prison http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070906/ts_nm/saudi_guantanamo_detainees_dc_2;_ylt=Aklhw6gN1SM9r0blf63y6tkTv5UB (UK) Scotland: Trial told of internet bomb guide -- Mohammed Siddique trial http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/scotland/tayside_and_central/6980234.stm (UK) Report: Libraries stock Islamic terror books http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml;jsessionid=NJL22OHQXGHDBQFIQMGSFF4AVCBQWIV0?xml=/news/2007/09/06/wterror206.xml (UK) Libraries stocking Islamic hate books http://blogs.telegraph.co.uk/ukcorrespondents/holysmoke/sep07/libraries.htm Denmark: Connections between recent terror plots -- Copenhagen and former Glostrup case members taught in the same mosque in Heimdalsgade in Copenhagen http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/09/denmark-connections-between-recent.html France affirms its terrorism services fully mobilized http://www.kuna.net.kw/NewsAgenciesPublicSite/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1839516&Language=en France: 14 LTTE suspects under arrest for terrorist related crimes http://www.defence.lk/new.asp?fname=20070906_04 (France) Four alleged ETA members indicted in Paris http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=25&story_id=43602 (Canada) No sign of changes to anti-terror law despite ruling http://www.canada.com/topics/news/politics/story.html?id=b657dda7-a935-4d09-b5f1-b789637765c6&k=6318 (Thailand) 3 officers wounded by South bomb - in Yala province Thursday http://www.bangkokpost.com/breaking_news/previousdetail.php?id=121399 (Thailand) Three killed as Thai police chief visits Muslim south http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070905/wl_asia_afp/thailandsouthunrest_070905152826;_ylt=AslWVKqKWVxUzegfWkBrjCvuNREB (Asia-Pacific) Sham motorcade passes by APEC security http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070906/ap_on_re_as/apec_fake_motorcade_3;_ylt=AvVvNndhouXjFHkIY4pqWqEwuecA (Asia-Pacific) Internet is a new tool of terrorists, Asia-Pacific intelligence chiefs told http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/06/asia/AS-GEN-Malaysia-Asia-Intelligence.php China "tops list" of cyber-hackers seeking UK government secrets http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/asia/article2393979.ece (Australia) Terror suspect applies for bail http://abc.net.au/news/stories/2007/09/06/2025719.htm?section=justin Australia's visa appeal hits Indian doctor's job prospects: lawyer -- Mohamed Haneef was suspect in UK bombings http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070906/wl_sthasia_afp/britainattacksaustraliaindia_070906052341;_ylt=AkFaR5G0kGIKt7kw0yFG8xYTv5UB Review: Book - "The War of Ideas: Jihad against Democracy" by Walid Phares http://www.frontpagemag.com/Articles/Read.aspx?GUID=1722EB96-EE7A-4828-AAD4-3D74561C57F9 http://www.amazon.com/War-Ideas-Jihadism-against-Democracy/dp/1403976392/ref=sr_1_1/104-2846947-9412766?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1189030329&sr=8-1 Other News: Serbia threatens to use force if West recognizes Kosovo http://www.iht.com/articles/2007/09/05/america/serbia.php Officials: Norwegian, British Fighters Scramble to Monitor Russian Bombers http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,295907,00.html (Morocco) Islamic party courts election victory in moderate Morocco 1 http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/06/africa/AF-POL-Morocco-Glance.php Kuwait Islamic firm plans UK investment bank http://uk.reuters.com/article/businessNews/idUKL0675021320070906?rpc=401& (U.S.) California: Muslim woman suing police over headscarf http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2007/09/05/muslim_woman_suing_police_over_headscarf/5723/ (U.S.) Chertoff warns meddling 'sanctuary cities' http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20070906/NATION/109060085/1001 (U.S.) Telephone bomb threat suspect tied to other cases, sources say http://www.cnn.com/2007/US/09/05/bomb.threat.scam/index.html Switzerland: Need for interreligious dialog http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/09/switzerland-need-for-interreligious.html September 5, 2007 PM Anti-Terrorism News (U.S.) Some lawmakers wary of surveillance law -- Protect America Act approved by Congress in August http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070905/ap_on_go_co/terrorist_surveillance (U.S.) DHS ends criticized data-mining program -- ADVISE program begun in 2003 http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070905/ap_on_go_ca_st_pe/dhs_data_mining (U.S.) Official: Muslims should be careful with donations - U.S. Treasury official at Muslim event - CAIR says Hizballah & Hamas "considered legitimate governments of the people" http://www.freep.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20070905/NEWS05/70905029/1001/NEWS US: Foiled plot in Germany proof of attack threat http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070905/pl_afp/germanyattacksus (U.S.) Chertoff: Terror Threat Remains 'Real' http://www.abcnews.go.com/TheLaw/story?id=3561851&page=1 (U.S.) Report: Homeland Security at ISNA Right Next to Hizb Ut-Tahrir http://littlegreenfootballs.com/weblog/?entry=26926_Homeland_Security_at_ISNA_Right_Next_to_Hizb_Ut-Tahrir http://www.flickr.com/photos/48295525@N00/1322221771/ (U.S.) Grading U.S. Performance against Terrorism Financing http://www.washingtoninstitute.org/templateC05.php?CID=2656 (Germany) CTB Analysis: Germany foils Jihadist bomb plot - by Jeffrey Imm http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/09/germany_foils_jihadist_bomb_pl.php (Germany) Hotair Analysis: Another shoe drops: “Massive” terror attack thwarted in Germany http://hotair.com/archives/2007/09/05/another-shoe-drops-massive-terror-attack-thwarted-in-germany/ (Germany) More Homegrown Jihadists in Germany http://www.douglasfarah.com/article/243/more-homegrown-jihadists-in-germany (Germany) Opinion: Learning From Germany's Autumn of Terror http://www.dw-world.de/dw/article/0,2144,2766454,00.html Europe's home-grown terror threat http://www.csmonitor.com/2007/0906/p06s01-woeu.html (Europe) Two foiled terror plots in Europe linked to al-Qaida, with roots in Pakistan http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/05/europe/EU-GEN-Terror-Arrests-Anniversary-Anxiety.php (Denmark) Experts say Denmark emerging target for Islamic terror http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/05/europe/EU-GEN-Denmark-Terror-Arrests.php (UK) Scotland: Trial told of internet bomb guide -- Mohammed Siddique trial http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/scotland/tayside_and_central/6980234.stm (Iraq) US Nabs "Highly-Sought" Iran-Linked Iraqi Militant http://www.nasdaq.com/aspxcontent/NewsStory.aspx?cpath=20070905%5cACQRTT200709050746RTTRADERUSEQUITY_0374.htm& (Iraq) 8 more U.S. soldiers die in Iraq - (updated) 44 Iraqis killed or found dead Wednesday http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070905/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq;_ylt=Aqm6OjXhWd6SHrHtZSRhHd.s0NUE (Iraq) Study: Iraqi security forces not ready - "Uneven progress" - Iraqi Army shows promise - Police force dysfunctional and infiltrated by militias http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070905/ap_on_go_ca_st_pe/us_iraq;_ylt=AqLZ6eB1Bb4R_9oj7rFQf_ys0NUE (Pakistan) Jihadis strike back at Pakistan - Musharraf-Bhutto deal serious challenge to Al Qaeda, now focused inside Pak http://www.atimes.com/atimes/South_Asia/II06Df02.html (Pakistan) Christian mini truck driver being forced to convert to Islam http://www.pakistanchristianpost.com/newsviewsdetails.php?newsid=735 (India) Key suspect admits giving SIM cards to terror operatives - Hyderabad suspect gave mobile phone SIM cards http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Hyderabad_blasts_suspect_admits_supplying_SIM_cards/articleshow/2341332.cms (India) Interpol issues warrant against Mecca Masjid blast suspect - Mohammed Amzad, alleged Harkat-ul-Jehadi Islami http://in.news.yahoo.com/070905/20/6kd4e.html (India) AIDS funds become militants' cash cow - Militants threatened group if funds released to work with patients http://www.ndtv.com/convergence/ndtv/story.aspx?id=NEWEN20070025128 (India) Northeast: Terror groups outsourcing terror http://www.ndtv.com/convergence/ndtv/story.aspx?id=NEWEN20070025127 (India) Northeast terror groups seek money, publicity http://www.ndtv.com/convergence/ndtv/story.aspx?id=NEWEN20070025126&ch=9/6/2007%2012:02:00%20AM (Algeria) 5 security officials and 1 civilian killed in militant ambush in Algeria http://rds.yahoo.com/_ylt=A0WTTkrrEd9GpwwAWR_QtDMD;_ylu=X3oDMTBjMHZkMjZyBHBvcwMxBHNlYwNzcg--/SIG=13lo86ald/EXP=1189110635/**http%3a//www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/05/africa/AF-GEN-Algeria-Violence.php%3fWT.mc_id=rssafrica (Nigeria) Southern Nigerian militants threaten attacks on oil companies http://www.philstar.com/index.php?News%20Flash&p=54&type=2&sec=91&aid=200709064 (Russia) Two gunmen killed attempting to enter Russia from Georgia http://www.interfax.com/3/310170/news.aspx Caucasus becomes a new hotbed of extremism http://www.atimes.com/atimes/Central_Asia/II06Ag01.html (Asia-Pacific) Intelligence chiefs discuss terror, piracy in inaugural meet - first Asia Pacific conference, also with US http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070905/wl_asia_afp/asiausmalaysiadefence_070905153725 (Iran) Ahmadinejad: Jihad is only solution to Palestinian problem http://www.ynetnews.com/articles/0,7340,L-3445965,00.html (Palestinian Territories) USAID funding of Palestinian university with terror branches in violation of US Law http://www.pmw.org.il/USAID.html Other News: (U.S.) Boston: Bomb threat text-messaged to Beacon Hill church http://www.bostonherald.com/news/regional/general/view.bg?articleid=1029524 (Belgium) Welcome to the Capital of Europe - video -- "Undercover in Little Morocco" book http://www.brusselsjournal.com/node/2415 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-inob20I_Y0 September 5, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News (U.S.) HLF Prosecution: CAIR "affiliated with" Hamas http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/09/hlf_prosecution_cair_affiliate.php (U.S.) Former Ambassador Defends HLF http://www.investigativeproject.org/article/430 German police arrest 3 Islamic militants in 'imminent' bomb plot -- planning major terrorist attacks on the Frankfurt airport and the U.S. military base at Ramstein http://www.iht.com/articles/2007/09/05/europe/germany.php Germany arrests 3 suspected of plotting terror attacks -- 3 Jihadists had "profound hatred of U.S. citizens" two of whom were German converts to Islam, trained at camps in Pakistan http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/05/europe/EU-GEN-Germany-Terror-Arrests.php (Germany) Three arrested in Germany for planning terror attacks http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070905/ts_afp/germanyattacks *** Additional Germany Story News Links at end of listing *** Iraq: Bomb rocks Baghdad's Sadr City - bomb near bus stop killed at least 11 people and wounded more than 20 in a Shiite neighborhood http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1272678508 (Iraq) US reports 4 killed, 4 wounded in Baghdad attacks -- three killed by roadside bomb in east Baghdad - bomb type that Iran supplying to Shiite militias http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1188392542331&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070905/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq_070904234831;_ylt=ArhOk6kDSq5mf.hKbc85zjZX6GMA (Iraq) Military Officials in Iraq Fault GAO Report http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/09/04/AR2007090402338.html?hpid=topnews (Afghanistan) Two NATO troops, dozens of Afghan Taliban killed: U.S. -- fighting in Kandahar, Uruzgan, and Ghazni - Reuters http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070905/wl_nm/afghan_violence_dc_7;_ylt=ArqNohH_qdVm1Hk7_VPrcOPOVooA (Afghanistan) Fifty more Taliban said killed in new Afghan clashes - in Ghazni fighting - AFP http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070905/wl_sthasia_afp/afghanistanunrest_070905064806;_ylt=AjFrwtjD8SswN.wrPqQKBTbOVooA (Afghanistan) 20 insurgents killed in Afghan violence - AP http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070905/ap_on_re_as/afghanistan_070904234722;_ylt=AvJviGqP3mjU6oUuaJF1z4zOVooA (Afghanistan) Nearly 230 civilians killed in Taliban bombs this year http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070905/wl_sthasia_afp/afghanistanunrestciviliantoll_070905100903;_ylt=Ao7GkYLCdxDKSGUg0j9kaODOVooA (Afghanistan) Gunmen abduct two Afghan government officials http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070904/wl_nm/afghan_abduction_dc_1;_ylt=AoVHBb_u0knCRWvXMU8KgnnOVooA (Afghanistan) Pastor: Korean Hostage was Killed for Refusing to Convert to Islam http://www.christiantoday.com/article/pastor.korean.hostage.was.killed.for.refusing.to.convert.to.islam/12843.htm Pakistan probes pro-Taliban links to twin blasts in Rawalpindi http://www.hindustantimes.com/StoryPage/StoryPage.aspx?id=0a42ed8e-9097-4b41-bb95-9eb6004e454c&MatchID1=4508&TeamID1=2&TeamID2=6&MatchType1=2&SeriesID1=1125&PrimaryID=4508&Headline=Pak+probes+pro-Taliban+links+to+twin+blasts Pakistani police investigate Lal Masjid link to suicide bombings http://in.news.yahoo.com/070905/43/6kcp3.html (Pakistan) Terror targets Pakistan army HQ http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/World/Pakistan/Terror_targets_Pakistan_army_HQ/articleshow/2338206.cms Pakistani militants strike at heart of power http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/asia/article2385784.ece (Pakistan) Two civilians killed by Taliban in NWFP http://www.satp.org/satporgtp/detailed_news.asp?date1=9/5/2007#5 (Pakistan) Play music in your trucks and face bombs,'Jihadis warn transporters in Pak's NWFP http://in.news.yahoo.com/070902/139/6k7ym.html Pakistan: Government asks tribal elders to help free soldiers - close to 300 soldiers kidnapped by pro-Taliban militants http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1272930417 (Pakistan) Militants free 14 abducted troops -- freed four more kidnapped July 6 in Bajaur district http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\09\05\story_5-9-2007_pg1_6 http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070905/wl_sthasia_afp/pakistanafghanistanunrest_070905052022;_ylt=AvFUJ7TbftGI_Dfp2Ru0yrTzPukA (Pakistan) Insurgents blow up railway track and telephone exchange in Balochistan http://www.satp.org/satporgtp/detailed_news.asp?date1=9/5/2007#9 Pakistan must withdraw from war on terror: NWFP Chief Minister http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\09\05\story_5-9-2007_pg7_16 India proposes new anti-terror talks with Pakistan http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070905/wl_sthasia_afp/indiapakistandiplomacyattacks_070905085253;_ylt=Ai5R_Muj5MPXiXwLE9kRr78Tv5UB (India) Bangladesh: Dhaka denies any Hyderabad arrest, says Foreign Ministry to "lodge protest" http://www.indianexpress.com/story/214560.html (Indian Kashmir) Lashkar-e-Toiba militant killed in Jammu and Kashmir http://www.satp.org/satporgtp/detailed_news.asp?date1=9/5/2007#7 (India) Three civilians and two Maoists killed in Chhattisgarh http://www.satp.org/satporgtp/detailed_news.asp?date1=9/5/2007#4 (India) Guwahati bomb blast suspect arrested in Assam http://www.satp.org/satporgtp/detailed_news.asp?date1=9/5/2007#11 Somalia: Deadly clashes in capital - at least six Somali civilians were killed Wednesday in clashes between Islamic militants - in Bakara district http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1273400618 (Europe) EU's Frattini: Threat of terror attacks in EU remains high http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1188392541462&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Danish terror trial starts with 4 men pleading innocent -- Copenhagen arrest of 8 men on Tuesday http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/05/europe/EU-GEN-Denmark-Terror-Trial.php German engineer convicted over nuclear smuggling ring http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=26&story_id=43578 (Finland) IRA Sinn Fein chief at secret talks between Iraq Shias and Sunnis http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/iraq/article2383789.ece (Northern Ireland) Bomb attack on Northern Ireland Catholic church http://www.ireland.com/newspaper/breaking/2007/0905/breaking1.htm (UK) Scotland: Terror videos on laptop -- Mohammed Siddique trial - laptop taken as he was boarding flight to Pakistan http://news.scotsman.com/uk.cfm?id=1414042007 Lebanese troops scour refugee battle camp for fugitive fighters http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070905/wl_mideast_afp/lebanonunrest_070905093726;_ylt=As43j_LT.Yj0jX.jC3zAQpDagGIB (Iran) Ahmadinejad To Meet with PLO Officials and Syrian-based leader Khaled Masha'al http://www.israelnationalnews.com/News/Flash.aspx/132826 (Gaza) Palestinian Islamic Jihad leader brings Iranians into Gaza -- Israel http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1017366 (Gaza) Five wounded in Fatah-Hamas clashes in southern Gaza http://news.monstersandcritics.com/middleeast/news/article_1352002.php/Five_wounded_in_Fatah-Hamas_clashes_in_southern_Gaza Israeli PM orders army to draw up rocket plan - to curb rockets from Gaza Strip http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070905/wl_mideast_afp/mideastconflictgazaisrael_070905122026;_ylt=AsRo5rwedN4jdwdmEeibXbPuyucA Israeli tanks scan northern Gaza for rocket launchers http://news.monstersandcritics.com/middleeast/news/article_1352020.php/Israeli_tanks_scan_northern_Gaza_for_rocket_launchers__1st_Lead_ Israeli Security Cabinet Debates Military Action to Stop Rockets in Gaza http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,295759,00.html?sPage=fnc.world/mideast (U.S.) X-ray exhibit takes look inside terrorism - of terror victims in Israel http://www.insidebayarea.com/timesstar/localnews/ci_6805552 (U.S.) Sept. 11 memorial to include WTC pieces http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070905/ap_on_re_us/attacks_memorial Canada's defense jeopardized by Afghan conflict: leaked report http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070905/wl_sthasia_afp/canadaafghanistanmilitary_070905073622;_ylt=Aj1WYFIba0Ywoc3KWDTYLPMTv5UB (Thailand) 5 wounded in Yala bomb http://www.bangkokpost.com/breaking_news/previousdetail.php?id=121381 (Thailand) Imam shot dead, 5 wounded in bombing http://etna.mcot.net/query.php?nid=31470 Philippines dispatches "combat engineers" to southern province http://news.monstersandcritics.com/asiapacific/news/article_1351939.php/Philippines_dispatches_%26quotcombat_engineers%26quot_to_southern_province Philippine president likely to discuss terror cooperation with Bush at APEC: official http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/05/asia/AS-GEN-Philippines-US.php Asia-Pacific intelligence chiefs urged to share terrorist information http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/05/asia/AS-GEN-Malaysia-Asia-Intelligence.php (China) Pentagon Source Confirms China Hacked Defense Department Computers http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,295640,00.html Chinese hackers 'raid Whitehall computers' -- raid on UK government computers http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/09/05/nhack105.xml North Korea announces arrest of foreign spies: Xinhua -- trying to spread democratic ideals http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070905/wl_asia_afp/nkoreaespionagemilitary_070905070308;_ylt=AhoPApwvAc6fLXXq5TeFcU2CscEA French and Colombian foreign ministers meet for talks on Colombian hostages http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/04/europe/EU-GEN-France-Colombia.php Need Help: Al Qaeda Website Wants You to Take Them Down http://mypetjawa.mu.nu/archives/189266.php German Bomb Plot News Stories: International Herald Tribune: German police arrest 3 in 'imminent' bomb plot http://www.iht.com/articles/2007/09/05/europe/germany.php AP - Germany arrests 3 suspected of plotting terror attacks http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/05/europe/EU-GEN-Germany-Terror-Arrests.php CNN - Germany: 'Massive' attacks foiled http://www.cnn.com/2007/WORLD/europe/09/05/germany.terrorarrests/index.html AFP - Germany foils 'massive' attack on US citizens http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070905/ts_afp/germanyattacks DPA - German police hold 3 Islamists, halt 'massive bomb attacks' http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=52&story_id=43577 DPA - Background: Islamic Jihad Union founded in Uzbekistan http://news.monstersandcritics.com/europe/news/article_1352014.php/BACKGROUND_Islamic_Jihad_Union_founded_in_Uzbekistan Spiegel Online: Three Islamist Terror Suspects Arrested in Germany http://www.spiegel.de/international/germany/0,1518,503959,00.html RFE/RFERL - Germany Arrests Three In Suspected Terror Bomb Plots http://www.rferl.org/featuresarticle/2007/09/3089162A-1237-4A1F-8150-ED5663294BA8.html Australia News: Arrests 'foil massive terror attacks' http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,22369664-23109,00.html Haaertz - German officials seize 3 for plotting 'Islamic motivated' terror attacks http://www.haaretz.com/hasen/spages/901182.html Arutz Sheva - Suspected German Terrorists Members of Local Jihad Cell http://www.israelnationalnews.com/News/Flash.aspx/132831 Daily Mail - 'New Al Qaeda plot to blow up planes on September 11' smashed http://www.dailymail.co.uk/pages/live/articles/news/worldnews.html?in_article_id=480021&in_page_id=1811&ct=5 Other News: Indonesia: Students rally to show appeal of hijab http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Religion/?id=1.0.1273028749 (Sweden) Copies of Swedish daily burnt over caricature http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\09\05\story_5-9-2007_pg7_49 Swedish Muslims cancel Muhammad cartoon demonstration http://www.thelocal.se/8396/20070905/ (U.S.) Minnesota: Muslim congressman joins anti-Semitism panel -- Move follows his comparison of President Bush, Hitler http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=57478 (U.S.) Reform Rabbi: Listen to Muslims' Love of Religion -- speaking at conference of unindicted co-conspirator ISNA http://www.israelnationalnews.com/News/Flash.aspx/132824 (U.S.) CAIR Official's YouTube Account Shut Down http://littlegreenfootballs.com/weblog/?entry=26923_CAIR_Officials_YouTube_Account_Shut_Down&only (Morocco) Islamists set for gains in Morocco polls http://africa.reuters.com/country/MA/news/usnL05810304.html (Australia) Bin Laden as Christ stirs art furor http://www.washingtontimes.com/article/20070905/FOREIGN/109050071/1003 September 4, 2007 PM Anti-Terrorism News (U.S.) Back-to-School Bomb Threats: At Least 13 U.S. Universities Targeted - ABC News: Threats use Internet remailers, render threat anonymous http://blogs.abcnews.com/theblotter/2007/09/exclusive-back-.html (U.S.) South Carolina defers to feds in pipe bomb case -- with a federal indictment in place, state charges will be dismissed http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070904/ap_on_re_us/explosives_arrest_terrorism http://www.elpasotimes.com/nationworld/ci_6798690 (U.S.) 9/11 victims' kin keep up fight - Families of 9/11 victims pursuing lawsuit against Boston airport over airport security http://news.bostonherald.com/news/regional/general/view.bg?articleid=1029204 (Canada) Informant reveals key terror role - Canadian Mubin Shaikh befriended Jihadists and learned of Toronto truck bomb plot planners http://news.bbc.co.uk/go/pr/fr/-/2/hi/americas/6978465.stm (India) 2 terrorists still lurking in city -- 2 of 4 terrorists still holed up in Hyderabad and plan to trigger more explosions http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Cities/2_terrorists_still_lurking_in_city/rssarticleshow/2338194.cms Pakistan: Radical Red Mosque militants claim Rawalpindi blasts http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1271181204 (Pakistan) Militants release 10 abducted Pakistani troops, official says http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/04/asia/AS-GEN-Pakistan-Freed-Troops.php (Pakistan) NWFP Govt to Plug Loopholes used by Terrorists: MoI Spokesman http://www.pakistantimes.net/2007/09/05/top4.htm (South Africa & Pakistan) German engineer convicted over nuclear smuggling ring - First member of A.Q. Khan nuclear ring convicted http://www.earthtimes.org/articles/show/102116.html (Iraq) Militants vow attacks on US -- the Islamic State of Iraq said the "War Ministry" decided to form special battalions for martyrdom seekers http://www.asianage.com/presentation/leftnavigation/news/international/militants-vow-attacks-on-us.aspx (Iraq) U.S. troop buildup felt in Iraq hotspots http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070904/ap_on_re_mi_ea/iraq_frontlines (Iraq) U.S. Government Accountability Office Report Says Iraq Has Not Met 11 of 18 Benchmarks http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,295704,00.html (Iraq) Signing Up Sunnis With 'Insurgent' on Their Resumes http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/09/03/AR2007090301470.html?hpid=topnews (Iraq) Many Trainees Are Complicit With 'Enemy Targets' - Iraqi army in Baghdad sector infiltrated with Mahdi Army http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/09/03/AR2007090301478.html?hpid=topnews Denmark: Terror expert 'not surprised' by arrests http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1271122507 (Denmark) 'Al-Qaeda link' as eight are held over Danish bomb plot (2nd Roundup) http://news.monstersandcritics.com/europe/news/article_1351653.php/Al-Qaeda_link_as_eight_are_held_over_Danish_bomb_plot__2nd_Roundup_ Spain: Man linked to Madrid bombings released from jail http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1271146898 Hamas bans public prayer in Gaza http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/04/africa/ME-GEN-Palestinians-Prayer-Ban.php Hamas bans Fatah Friday prayers in Gaza http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070904/wl_nm/palestinians_prayers_dc (Israel) 'Defense establishment won't recommend large Gaza invasion' http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1188392534398&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Lebanon's rising jihadi threat http://www.csmonitor.com/2007/0904/p01s01-wome.html Lebanon: A "brave little force" defeats an al Qaeda Stronghold http://www.cedarsrevolution.net/jtphp/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=488&Itemid=2 Lebanon douses a terrorist fire - Commentary on defeat of Fatah al-Islam and killing of its leader http://www.atimes.com/atimes/Middle_East/II05Ak01.html (Philippines) Minor 'bomb courier' faces charges in court http://globalnation.inquirer.net/cebudailynews/news/view_article.php?article_id=86562 German bunker maker turns terrorism fears into cash http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070904/od_uk_nm/oukoe_uk_germany_bunkers Commentary: Cut Out the Hypocrisy on Terrorism http://newsweek.washingtonpost.com/postglobal/yossi_melman/2007/09/cut_out_the_hypocrisy_on_terro.html (U.S.) Giuliani offers US disaster prep plan -- proposes to make Department of Homeland Security more regional like FEMA http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070904/ap_on_el_pr/giuliani_communities Other News: (U.S.) NYC: Chelsea Pipe Bomb Remains a Mystery http://cityroom.blogs.nytimes.com/2007/09/04/chelsea-pipe-bomb-remains-a-mystery/?ref=arts (U.S.) NYC: Fear and loathing in New York: Taxi union says GPS targets Muslims http://www.jihadwatch.org/archives/018033.php http://www.nypost.com/seven/09042007/news/regionalnews/taxi_fear_hike.htm Commentary: In the Age of Terror, Isn't Busting Toe-Tappers an Insane Use of Our Law Enforcement Resources? http://www.huffingtonpost.com/arianna-huffington/in-the-age-of-terror-isn_b_62928.html#postComment September 4, 2007 Anti-Terrorism News (Pakistan) 30 killed, 66 wounded in Rawalpindi blasts http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1016915 (Pakistan) Deadliest Pak blast since Lal Masjid, ISI targeted http://www.ibnlive.com/news/deadliest-pak-blast-since-lal-masjid-isi-targeted/48023-2.html?xml (Pakistan) Suicide bombers kill 24, wound 66, in Pakistan -- many of them Defence Ministry staff on their way to work in the city of Rawalpindi http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070904/wl_nm/pakistan_bomb_dc_8;_ylt=AlJ8OLPFLec7G2pTqJHWvubzPukA (Pakistan) 2 suicide bombings in Pakistan kill 24 http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/pakistan;_ylt=AqduYCiUS_38IGBisNya2U7zPukA Pakistan: Pindi Explosions - by Animesh Roul http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/09/pakistan_pindi_explosions_1.php (Pakistan) Over 100 tribesmen released in exchange for 210 Pakistani soldiers http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1016820 Pakistan: Soldiers still held hostage by pro-Taliban militants http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1270914048 (Pakistan) Woman killed in North Waziristan http://www.satp.org/satporgtp/detailed_news.asp?date1=9/4/2007#3 Pakistan rejects book on its nuclear program as lies -- "Deception: Pakistan, the United States and the Secret Trade in Nuclear Weapons" http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2007/09/04/pakistan_rejects_book_as_lies/3111/ http://www.amazon.com/Deception-Pakistan-United-Nuclear-Weapons/dp/0802715540/ref=sr_1_1/002-3370376-7439247?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1188907799&sr=8-1 Pakistan Foreign Office: "‘Pakistan will not enter arms race" http://www.dailytimes.com.pk/default.asp?page=2007\09\04\story_4-9-2007_pg7_1 Afghan blasts, gunbattle kill at least 15 - bomb in Paktika (bastion of Taliban near Pakistan) and bomb in Kunduz http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070904/wl_nm/afghan_violence_dc_3;_ylt=Atc52cMbqsP6ddyW7Zru9MnOVooA (Afghanistan) Car bomb kills two Afghan police http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070904/wl_sthasia_afp/afghanistanunrestsuicidepolicegermany_070904105704;_ylt=AvSBS8CBv2YK05ZRkQhchFDOVooA (Afghanistan) Taliban involved in SKorean kidnappings killed: government -- in Ghazni - includes Taliban commander Mullah Mateen http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070904/wl_sthasia_afp/afghanistanunrestskoreakidnapoperation_070904095808;_ylt=Apkf6xTp6_915scfKaPgHUfOVooA (Afghanistan) Chinese weapons 'reaching the Taliban' http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/09/04/wchina104.xml http://wpherald.com/articles/5849/1/Britain-Taliban-using-Chinese-weapons-in-attacks/China-agrees-to-investigate.html Afghanistan rises as heroin source - Share of U.S. market doubled in 5 years http://www.washingtontimes.com/article/20070903/NATION/109030034/1002 (Iraq) Car bomb blast in Baghdad kills five people - in Al-Zaitouna district http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1016927 Iraqi television cameraman shot dead http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/focusoniraq/2007/September/focusoniraq_September21.xml§ion=focusoniraq (Iraq) Judge: 'Chemical Ali,' 2 others to be executed http://www.cnn.com/2007/WORLD/meast/09/04/iraq.main/index.html (Iraq) Minister named to 'Islamic Cabinet' -- Islamic State of Iraq made up of eight insurgent groups including Al-Qaeda in Iraq http://www.pjstar.com/stories/090407/NAT_BE8T4810.052.php (India) Hyderabad blast investigation: Another Bangladeshi woman detained http://www.hindustantimes.com/StoryPage/FullcoverageStoryPage.aspx?id=ab3ad8d3-79ea-4598-bcd9-e6c9aeab0915TerrorinHyderabad_Special&&Headline=Another+Bangladeshi+woman+detained (India) Medico linked to Hyderabad bomb blasts -- Rizwan Ghazi http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/September/subcontinent_September136.xml§ion=subcontinent&col= (India) Hyderabad blast investigation: No word from Dhaka on terror arrest so CBI to move Interpol http://www.indianexpress.com/story/214364.html (India) Hyderabad blast investigation: Bangladesh suspects got ‘character certificates' from Bengal politicians http://www.indianexpress.com/story/214366.html (India) Rights group: Police illegally detaining Muslims after Hyderabad bombings http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/04/asia/AS-GEN-India-Bombings.php (India) Why Mumbai is a bomber's favorite http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/articleshow/2335821.cms (India) Ten dead in rebel clash in northeast India -- KLA and NSCN-IM clash in Manipur state http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/subcontinent/2007/September/subcontinent_September139.xml§ion=subcontinent (India) Chennai: No infiltration of terrorists in state, says Tamil Nadu DGP -- Chennai is major center for outsourced jobs from West http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/No_infiltration_of_terrorists_in_state_says_Tamil_Nadu_DGP_/articleshow/2337244.cms (India) Passenger carrying pro-LTTE books arrested at Chennai airport http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/India/Passenger_carrying_pro-LTTE_books_arrested_at_Chennai_airport/articleshow/2336629.cms (Nepal) Police arrest bomb blast suspects in Nepali capital http://english.people.com.cn/90001/90777/6253999.html (Norway) 3 indicted, 1 cleared in Norwegian terrorism case, national prosecutor says - plot to attack Oslo synagogue or US or Israel embassies http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/04/europe/EU-GEN-Norway-Terror-Plot.php (Denmark) 8 suspects with al-Qaida links arrested in Denmark, intelligence service says -- Copehagen arrests -- suspected of preparing a terror act involving explosives and with connections to "a leading al-Qaida person" http://www.mytelus.com/ncp_news/article.en.do?pn=world&articleID=2747606 Danish police arrest 8 in terror plot http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070904/wl_nm/denmark_arrests_alqaeda_dc Danish police said Tuesday they had averted a terrorist attack (my title) http://www.turkishpress.com/news.asp?id=192556&s=&i=&t=Police_nab_eight_terror_suspects_in_Denmark (Denmark) Copenhagen: Terror arrests -- suspects are male, aged 19-29, and come from Afghanistan, Pakistan, Somalia and Turkey; Six are Danish citizens, two have a residence permit http://islamineurope.blogspot.com/2007/09/copenhagen-terror-arrests-2.html (U.S.) Minnesota: Islamist Website Hosted in Minnesota Calls for Suicide Operations in Denmark http://memri.org/bin/articles.cgi?Page=subjects&Area=iwmp&ID=SP170407 (U.S.) Minnesota: Islamist Websites Hosted in Minnesota on How to Join Al-Qaeda, Form a Jihad Cell, and Select a Western Target – '[Is] Assassinating the American Ambassador... Difficult For Someone Who Has Already Crushed America in Her Own Home?' http://memri.org/bin/latestnews.cgi?ID=SD170207 (U.S.) Minnesota Website Tells how to Wage Jihad - by Douglas Farah http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/09/minnesota_website_tells_how_to.php US Muslim Forum Posts Jihad Video http://littlegreenfootballs.com/weblog/?entry=26903_US_Muslim_Forum_Posts_Jihad_Video&only&headline (U.S.) ID Would Control Access to Disaster Sites http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/09/03/AR2007090301229.html?sub=AR (U.S.) HLF Case Heavy on Detail -- by The Investigative Project on Terrorism (IPT) http://counterterrorismblog.org/2007/09/hlf_case_heavy_on_detail.php http://www.investigativeproject.org/article/429 (U.S.) Judge to hear 9/11 lawsuits http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2007/09/04/judge_to_hear_911_lawsuits/5732/ Bin Laden firm rejects lawsuit http://www.thestar.com/News/article/252830 Bin Laden family business insists no financial ties with Osama http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1188392527345&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull US dissatisfied with Norway's proposed anti-terror law http://www.aftenposten.no/english/local/article1972962.ece (Russia) Policeman killed, 4 wounded in attack in Chechnya http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/04/europe/EU-GEN-Russia-Violence.php (Russia) Terrorist threat on decline in Russia - deputy http://www.interfax.ru/e/B/politics/28.html?id_issue=11850219 (Somalia) Interview - Somalia's Islamic Courts movement "intact" http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/RWB.NSF/db900SID/LRON-76QBSB?OpenDocument (Lebanon) Two Moroccans among dead of Fatah Al-Islam -- press http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1017006 Lebanese Defense minister says war on terror continues despite Fatah Islam's defeat http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/04/africa/ME-GEN-Lebanon-Fatah-Islam.php Lebanon says 222 militants killed in camp battle -- in 15 week battle http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070904/wl_nm/lebanon_fighting_dc_2;_ylt=Aog3Sk7ioOG1lGKTCsEhBkAwuecA In Lebanon, militant threat lingers http://www.chicagotribune.com/news/nationworld/chi-lebanon_sly_sep04,1,2779420.story Jordan: Relatives of militant leader killed in Lebanon camp prepare funeral http://www.adnkronos.com/AKI/English/Security/?id=1.0.1270970962 Iran denies shelling northern Iraq http://www.khaleejtimes.com/DisplayArticleNew.asp?xfile=data/middleeast/2007/September/middleeast_September33.xml§ion=middleeast&col= (Iran) Ex-president to head key Iranian clerical body http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/20582816/ (Gaza) Blast targets Hamas activist's car in Gaza http://www.kuna.net.kw/home/Story.aspx?Language=en&DSNO=1016980 (Gaza) Explosion in Gaza Strip targets Hamas activist; none wounded http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?cid=1188392529271&pagename=JPost%2FJPArticle%2FShowFull Hamas and increase in the Islamization of the Gaza Strip (my title) http://www.terrorism-info.org.il/malam_multimedia/English/eng_n/html/islamization_e.htm Fatah regroups in Gaza, raising tension with Hamas http://www.reuters.com/article/worldNews/idUSL3073080120070904?feedType=RSS&feedName=worldNews Abbas condemns Palestinian rockets squads in Gaza http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/04/africa/ME-GEN-Palestinians-Abbas-Rockets.php (West Bank) 80,000 illegal arms hidden in W. Bank http://www.jpost.com/servlet/Satellite?pagename=JPost/JPArticle/ShowFull&cid=1188392527431 (Israel) IDF to Resume Targeted Killings of Islamic Jihad Men http://www.israelnationalnews.com/News/Flash.aspx/132751 Israel plans Palestinian prisoner release: government source http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070904/wl_nm/israel_palestinians_prisoners_dc_1 http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/09/04/AR2007090400472.html (UK/Libya) Report: Evidence Used to Convict Libyan in Pan Am Flight 103 Bombing Was Tampered With http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,295532,00.html http://observer.guardian.co.uk/world/story/0,,2160655,00.html?gusrc=rss&feed=12 (Philippines) MNLF member, child killed in Cotabato attack http://newsinfo.inquirer.net/breakingnews/regions/view_article.php?article_id=86648 (Sri Lanka) Over 600 LTTE cadres arrested worldwide in recent years http://www.satp.org/satporgtp/detailed_news.asp?date1=9/4/2007#12 Chinese, Russian special forces hold counter-terrorism drill http://newsinfo.inquirer.net/breakingnews/world/view_article.php?article_id=86661 China denies hacking Pentagon's computer network http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/China_denies_hacking_Pentagons_computer_network/articleshow/2337281.cms Financial Times Report: "Chinese military hacked into Pentagon" http://www.ft.com/cms/s/0/9dba9ba2-5a3b-11dc-9bcd-0000779fd2ac.html http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/09/04/wchina204.xml (North Korea) US says NKorea must do more to get off terror list http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070904/ts_afp/nkoreanuclearweaponsusapec_070904080317;_ylt=AuD8bQJZ_GblGlIDkrhoTHuCscEA North Korea Still on State Sponsors of Terrorism List, U.S. Envoy Says http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,295629,00.html (Columbia) FARC's Tomas Medina Caracas reportedly killed in airstrike (my title) - was major Columbia drug suspect http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2007/09/04/major_colombian_drug_suspect_killed/9934/ Colombia kills rebel leader: defense minister http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20070904/wl_afp/colombiausvenezuelahostagesdrugscrime_070904045238;_ylt=AigTHAGv.mjNHo24xBky6.Owv7kA (Columbia) Dutch woman possibly held by Colombian rebels http://www.expatica.com/actual/article.asp?subchannel_id=1&story_id=43539 (Australia) Sydney unprepared for terror attack http://www.theaustralian.news.com.au/story/0,25197,22359647-5006784,00.html Other News: (U.S.) Small explosive device set off in front of Manhattan building -- that houses a theater studio owned by a star of television's "The Sopranos," causing damage to a van parked outside http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2007/09/04/america/NA-GEN-US-NY-Explosive-Device.php Russian bombers launch missiles over Arctic http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/09/03/warctic103.xml Russia denies plans to move nukes http://www.upi.com/NewsTrack/Top_News/2007/09/03/russia_denies_plans_to_move_nukes/8814/ (UK) Modesty gowns for Islamic female patients -- leaving just a slot for the eyes http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/england/lancashire/531530