Elul 27, 5776, 9/30/2016
In today's headlines: תג בכותרות
 CIA Killed Al Qaeda's No. 2 By AccidentOfficials reveal controversial 'signature strike' on suspected terror leaders whose identities are unknown behind major Yemen drone kill. White House Confirms Death of Yemeni Qaeda LeaderWhite House confirms death of Nasser al-Wuhayshi in airstrike, says it was a "major blow" to the organization.Yemen's Qaeda Leader Killed in AirstrikeYemeni officials say Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula leader Nasir al-Wuhayshi was killed in a suspected American drone strike.Al Qaeda in Somalia Strengthened by Yemen Exodus600 Al Qaeda terrorists flee Yemen war for former stronghold of Somalia, while Kerry offers aid without specifying details. US Drone Kills Al-Qaeda in Yemen's Terror MuftiAQAP says one of its top leaders, who returned from Gitmo to terror, was killed in a US strike despite American evacuation from Yemen. Al Qaeda, Houthis Battle over Army Bases in YemenBattles rage over military and political power in Yemen; two bases captured near Sanaa and Shawba. Al-Qaeda: US Directs Iran-backed HouthisAQAP says US has been sharing intel on it with Houthi terrorists conquering Yemen with Iran's backing and threatening Israel. Paris Attacks Challenge 'Lone Wolf'TheoryAll terror attacks and attempted attacks in Europe committed by individuals with links to larger jihadi groups, say experts. Al Qaeda Claims Responsibility for Charlie HebdoAl Qaeda confirms involvement in attack, one week after shooters told bystanders, victims they were working on the group's behalf.Yemen 'Is a Victim, Not an Exporter, of Terror'Yemeni president reacts to news that one of the Paris terrorists received Al Qaeda training in Yemen, says his country stands with France. Al-Qaeda Hostages Killed During Rescue AttemptJournalist Luke Somers and teacher Pierre Korkie killed by Al-Qaeda terrorists in Yemen during a failed rescue bid.Al Qaeda in Yemen Threatens to Execute US HostageLuke Somers appears in new video by Al Qaeda in Arabian Peninsula; terrorists say he will be killed in 3 days if demands aren't met. Al-Qaeda Attacks Ambassador's Residence in Yemen3 killed by car bomb at the Iranian ambassador's residence in Yemen. Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula claims responsibility.US Embassy Barely Escapes Rocket Attack in YemenRocket strikes 650 feet from embassy, wounded Yemeni guards; State Dept. in denial that Sanaa branch was target in attack.Flight Ban After Islamists Clash in YemenFlights suspended for 24 hours after Shi'ite Houthis make gains near capital Sanaa, as Yemen fights two-front war against extremists.Yemen: Gov't Forces Kill 36 Al Qaeda TerroristsOperation against Al Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula rages in eastern Shabwa province. Al Qaeda's Chief Explosives Expert Killed?Reports that US special forces operation in Yemen took out most senior member of Al Qaeda since Bin Laden in 2011.Al Qaeda Holds Largest Public Meeting in YearsAl Qaeda's second-in-command mingles with over 100 fighters, commanders - but how did US intelligence agencies miss him? Yemen: Attack on Military Post, 10 DeadLatest attack on Yemeni military may be result of secessionists, Al Qaeda.Harrowing Footage of Al Qaeda Hospital AttackCCTV shows terrorists calmly picking off patients and doctors alike, in country's worst attack in 18 months. Viewer discretion advised. Yemen: 52 Dead as Al Qaeda Attack Defense MinistryAl Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula suspected in audacious attack in the heart of Yemen's capital Sana'a. Al Qaeda Commander: American Civilians Fair GameSenior Yemen-based commander says calls by group's leader to avoid targeting civilians doesn't apply to Americans.Yemen Arrests 'Dangerous' Al-Qaeda TerroristYemen arrests Al-Qaeda member Omar Salem, described as "one of the most dangerous" terrorists.Yemeni Security Forces Thwart Al Qaeda JailbreakPrison guards quell mass-mutiny by Al Qaeda inmates at high-security prison in the country's capital.Yemeni Troops Retake Base from Al QaedaAfter 3-day siege Yemeni security forces storm military HQ captured by Al Qaeda, free hostages. American Islamist Jailed for Al Qaeda FundraisingSabirhan Hasanoff sent money, equipment to terrorists abroad, scoped-out the New York Stock Exchange in preparation for attack. Al Qaeda Seizes Yemen Military HQSenior Yemeni general believed to have been taken prisoner in the latest attack on security forces by Islamist terrorists. American Jihadi: Attack US DiplomatsAdam Gadahn calls for rich Islamists to provide "bounties" for US diplomats, cites Al Qaeda bounty on US ambassador to Yemen. Iraq: Car Bomb Attacks Kill At Least 14Relentless string of attacks just one signal that a resurgent Al Qaeda is relocating its center of gravity from Pakistan to the Middle East.Al Qaeda Vows to Free Imprisoned MembersAfter a series of mass jailbreaks, Al Qaeda in Arabian Peninsula promises that "victory is within reach."US Drones Blitz Al Qaeda in YemenThree strikes in a single day brings drone-strike death toll up to 30 in the past month. Yemen: Fresh Drone StrikeDrone strike, the sixth in two weeks, comes amid raised terror alert in the region.Yemen: Al Qaeda Deputy Killed in Drone StrikeAl Qaeda in Arabian Peninsula confirms the death of ex-Gitmo inmate, Said al-Shihri Report: Al Qaeda, Ansar al-Shari'a Teamed in LibyaIntelligence sources told Fox News the attack on the US Consulate in Libya was coordinated between Al Qaeda and Ansar al-Shari'a terrorists. Al Qaeda: 'Kill American Diplomats' Over VideoAl Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula called Saturday for Muslims around the world to murder American diplomats around the world. Yemen's US Embassy Attacked by ProtestersThe U.S. Embassy has been attacked by a mob in the Yemeni capital of Sana'a. "Protesters" ripped down and torched the American flag. Help Wanted: AQAP Recruiting Suicide BombersAl Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula is asking for prospective Western applicants to carry out suicide bombings; experience required. US Expanding Drone War in YemenUS president Barack Obama signed off on a more liberal drone-strike policy in Yemen, but lawmakers are skeptical of targeting protocols New Yemen PresidentYemen inaugurated a new president over the weekend while battles erupted in the south, killing five Al Qaeda terrorists. Yemen: 16 Killed in Al-Qaeda Family FeudAl-Qaeda has found itself in an internal series of reprisals and counter-reprisals after a local terror chief was murdered by an in-law.Al Qaeda Seizes Yemeni Town of RaddaAl Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP) terrorists have seized the town of Radda, about 105 miles south of the Yemeni capital of Sana'a.Al Qaeda Jailbreak Sets Tone for Post-Saleh YemenAn audacious jailbreak by 13 Al Qaeda terrorists underscores the deep problems facing Yemen as President Saleh departs. Saleh Cabinet Convenes in Symbolic SnubThe Cabinet of Yemeni president Ali Abdullah Saleh convened in a clear message they have no plans to step down.Six Killed in Sanaa ViolenceViolence has erupted in the Yemeni capital of Sanaa for the first time since President Ali Abdullah Saleh was taken to Saudi Arabia for treatment. Bomb Implants on the Horizon?US officials warn AQAP may try to deploy suicide bombs implanted in terrorists to blow up airliners.Yemen's Military Losing GripDozens of Yemeni military officers have been arrested for conspiring with opposition elements while terrorists seize more and more of the southAl Qaeda's Great Escape in Yemen60+ Al Qaeda terrorists escape from a Yemeni jail underlining mounting instability there; Tribal leader implores Saudis to keep President Saleh.AQ Seizes Parts of Houta, YemenAs the US makes a full court press on Al Qaeda's leadership, AQAP elements are making a full court press of their own.Zawahiri New Al-Qaeda BossEgyptian-born Ayman al-Zawahiri will succeed assassinated terror mastermind Osama Bin Laden as Al Qaeda's new top dog.Who's Playing Whom in Yemen?The US has found itself pushing for Saleh to step down despite concerns opposition leaders may oppose US anti-terror efforts - and Saleh knows it.CIA Building Gulf Air BaseAmerica's great house of spies is building a classified airbase in the Gulf in the event anti-US factions come to power in Yemen.US War on Al Qaeda in YemenThe US is taking advantage of a power vacuum in Yemen to carry out targeted assassination attempts against top Al Qaeda terrorists.Al-Qaeda Builds Emirate in YemenA large city in southeastern Yemen has fallen to the Al-Qaeda terrorist organization, barely a week after the fall of Abyan province.Al-Qaeda Seizes Jaar, YemenAs Yemen's President and Opposition find themselves deadlocked over Saleh's departure, al-Qaeda seizes the southern town of Jaar.Saudis Arrest Al-Qaeda SuspectsSaudi Arabian authorities have arrested dozens of suspected al-Qaeda terrorists in the past eight months, all planning attacks in the country. |
