Al Qaeda

Assad: The West Will Pay for Supporting Al-Qaeda

Syrian President warns the West it will pay a heavy price for its supporting Al-Qaeda, says his regime's defeat is not an option.

Boston Marathon Terrorists Used Pressure Cooker Bombs

The bombs used to attack the Boston Marathon appear to have been packed with shrapnel into pressure cookers, according to the FBI.

US Federal Court Starts Sentencing for Would-be Terrorist

Sentencing has begun in New Jersey for one of two men convicted on conspiracy to join the Al-Shabaab terror group, linked to Al Qaeda.

Turkish Police Foil Al-Qaeda Plot to Bomb US Embassy, Synagogue

Turkish police have uncovered and foiled an alleged plot by Al-Qaeda to bomb the US embassy in Ankara as well as a synagogue.

Head of Syria's Al-Nusra Pledges Allegiance to Al-Qaeda

Hours after Al-Qaeda confirmed that Al-Nusra is a member of its international network, the head of Al-Nusra pledged allegiance to Al-Qaeda.

US Budget Cuts Could Delay Trial of Bin Laden Son-In-Law

The highly anticipated trial of Osama bin Laden's son-in-law could be delayed due to U.S. federal budget cuts.

Al-Qaeda Chief Urges Syrian Rebels to Establish Islamic State

In an online audio message Sunday, Al-Qaeda chief Ayman al-Zawahiri urges Syrian rebels to fight to establish an Islamic state in Syria.

Al-Qaeda Chief Wants Islamic State in Syria

Al-Qaeda leader Ayman al-Zawahiri has urged rebels, in a new internet message, to fight to establish an Islamic state in Syria.

Former American Soldier Charged With Fighting For Al-Qaeda

A former America soldier has been arrested and charged with terror offenses after he joined a Syrian Al-Qaeda-linked rebel group.

North Africa Al-Qaeda Branch Launches Twitter Account

Al-Qaeda offshoot in North Africa launches a Twietter account, calls on support from "mujahedeen."

Iraqi Influx Doubles Syrian Al Qaeda-Linked Rebel Faction

Syria’s Al Nusra Front, allied with Al Qaeda, has more than doubled and is continuing to grow with the influx of jihadists from abroad.

Obama Returns to US, Restoration of Israel-Turkey Ties in Pocket

U.S. President Barack Obama returned to the United States late Saturday from his four-day whirlwind tour of the Middle East.

Syrian Rebels Vow to Conquer Golan, Refugees Refuse Israeli Aid

Syrian refugees might be desperate, injured and starving – but they won’t accept Israeli aid, as rebels vow to reconquer the Golan Heights.

Report: Turkey Supports Funding to Syrian Jihadist Rebels?

Turkey, a member of NATO and an ally of the United States, reportedly has supported funding to Syrian jihadist rebels by Arab nations, NGOs.

IDF on High Alert in the Golan Heights, Israel-Syria Border

IDF forces are on high alert in the Golan Heights as opposition forces begin to aim at a new target: Israel.

Bin Laden's Son in Law Detained by U.S. Authorities

Osama bin Laden's son-in-law has been detained by U.S. authorities and charged with plotting to stage attacks on Americans.

Al Qaeda Terrorists Track Israeli Soldiers on Northern Border

Al Qaeda terrorists have been spotted on Israel’s border in the Golan Heights, tracking IDF soldiers from the Syrian side of the fence.

Syrian Rebels Poised to Conquer Entire City of Raqa

For the first time, Syrian rebel forces are poised to conquer an entire city – the provincial capital of Raqa, on the Euphrates River.

Al Qaeda Mastermind of Algeria Gas Plant Attack Killed in Mali

The Al Qaeda terrorist mastermind of an attack in January on an Algerian gas field has been killed in a military assault in Mali.

NYT: US to Train and Equip Syria's Rebel Forces

The US is training and equipping Syrian rebel forces in their war to oust President Bashar al-Assad, the NY Times reports.

WTC Terrorist Serving Life Term Sues to End Solitary Confinement

A convicted terrorist serving a life sentence has reportedly filed a lawsuit arguing he should be released from solitary confinement.

100 Soldiers, 30 Rebels Dead in Syrian Oil Province Battle

The jihadist Al-Nusra Front seized a town in the oil-rich Syrian Hasakah province after a battle in which 100 soldiers and 30 rebels died.

Source: Drone Strike Kills Top Al Qaeda Cleric in Yemen

A drone strike in the eastern Yemeni province of Shabwa killed the top religious cleric for Al Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula.

Bin Laden's Muslim Cleric Unwelcome Neighbor to London Jews

Osama Bin Laden’s former spiritual adviser has become an unwelcome neighbor among Orthodox Jews in a London neighborhood.

Drone Court Proposed to Review Targeted Killings of Americans

The former defense secretary endorsed a special court to review drone strikes which carry out the targeted killings of Americans abroad.

US Judge Sentences Two Iraqis for Aiding Al Qaeda

The men were sentenced for their role in a plot to ship weapons to Iraqi insurgents and raise money for the Al-Qaeda terror network.

US to Deploy Drone Near Mali to Surveil Al-Qaeda Terrorists

The US military plans to set up a base for drones in northwest Africa to bolster surveillance of Al-Qaeda's affiliate in the region.

Canadian Terrorist Coordinated Algerian Hostage Attack

The radicalization of Islam continues to reach beyond the Mid East, as reports reveal two Canadians among Islamic terror group in Algeria

Al Qaeda-Linked Terrorists Threaten More Attacks in Algeria

Al Qaeda-linked terrorists in Algeria have threatened more attacks if France does not cease its military assistance to nearby Mali.

Death Toll Skyrockets in Algeria's Al Qaeda Attack

There has been a surge in the death toll in the attack by Al Qaeda-linked terrorists on a gas installation in southern Algeria.

New US Travel Warning After Algeria's Al Qaeda Terror Attack

The US has issued a travel alert warning to avoid travel to Algeria following an Al Qaeda-linked terror attack that left 32 hostages dead.

Algeria Launches Second Operation to Rescue Hostages

Algeria begins a second military operation to rescue some 30 foreign hostages still captive by Al-Qaeda-affiliated group.

Do You Know What is Happening in Mali?

30 Hostages Killed as Algeria Operation Ends

30 hostages and at least 11 Al-Qaeda linked terrorists killed when Algerian forces storm a desert gas plant in a bid to free captives.

34 Hostages, 15 Terrorists Dead in Rescue by Algerian Army

At least 35 hostages and 15 terrorists were reportedly killed in a rescue attempt by the Algerian army at the In Amenas gas installation.

Al Qaeda Terrorists Kill 3, Hold Americans, Others Hostage

Al Qaeda-linked terrorists are holding Americans and other foreign nationals hostage after seizing a gas field in southern Algeria.

Terrorist Behind Plot to Blow up NYC Subway Arrives in Court

A Pakistani Al-Qaeda suspect, extradited from Britain, pleaded not guilty to plotting to send a suicide bomber into the NYC subway.

Terror Suspect Accused of NY Subway Attack Extradited to US

Police in UK have extradited a terror suspect to US to face charges that he took part in an Al Qaeda plot to attack NY city subway system.

Al Qaeda Wants to Kill Another US Ambassador

Al Qaeda terrorists in Yemen offer $160,000 in gold for killing the US ambassador, three months after the envoy to Libya was murdered.

Al Qaeda Grows as Assad Forces Shell Civilians Across Syria

As the Assad regime becomes increasingly desperate, its forces are starting to shell civilians in every major city across the country.

There is No Terrorism in Syria, Say Supporters of Terror Group

Video: Syrian protesters demonstrating in favor of an Al-Qaeda linked group tell Obama that "the army is the terrorist".

Nasrallah: Syrian Rebels Won't Win

Al-Qaeda has been tricked into fighting in Syria, claims Hizbullah chief Hassan Nasrallah.

Al-Qaeda in Yemen: Amputations and Crucifixions

New report reveals Al-Qaeda brutality during fighting in Yemen, including beheadings, torture and crucifixion.

Libyan Security Chief Assassinated in Benghazi

Unknown gunmen assassinated the temporary security director for the eastern Libyan city of Benghazi, state media reported Wednesday.

Top General Warns: African Al-Qaeda to 'Export' Violence to US

U.S. General Carter Ham urged a global fight against Al-Qaeda terrorist group based in Africa, saying it could "export violence" to the West

Brother: Toulouse Terrorist 'Brainwashed'

Mohammed Merah, the terrorist who shot up a Jewish school in Toulouse, was “brainwashed” to hate Jews by his family, says Merah's brother

Reports of Islamic Emirate in Sinai 'Misleading Public'

Brother of al-Qaeda leader says reports suggesting that Islamic Jihad is planning to establish Islamic emirate are inaccurate.

Al Qaeda Branch: Sandy Punishment for ‘Crimes Against Islam’

Al Qaeda's cell in Somalia said Hurricane Sandy was Allah's punishment for America's “disbelief” and “crimes against Islam”.

Video: Al-Qaeda Forms All-Female Brigade to Attack West

Al-Qaeda has formed all-female brigade to infiltrate and hit Western military bases, as they are less likely than men to attract suspicion.

Al-Qaeda Leader Calls for Increased Kidnappings of Westerners

Al Qaeda leader Ayman al-Zawahiri has called on Muslims to increase efforts to kidnap Westerners in exchange for imprisoned jihadists.

Al Qaeda on the march

Jordanians Foil Potentially Massive Islamist Attack

Jordanian officials uncovered plans for a major terror attack on commercial targets and Western diplomats in Amman.

Al Qaeda Murders Soldiers in Algeria

Al Qaeda terrorists murdered two soldiers in Algeria in an execution that came in revenge for the killing of the group's No. 2 leader.

U.S. Offers $12 Million for Al-Qaeda Financiers

The U.S. posts a reward for help in tracking down two Iran-based Al-Qaeda financial backers.

Terror Suspect Held in Plot to Bomb NY Fed

A Bangladeshi national is being held in connection with a plot to bomb the Federal Reserve Bank in New York City.

New York: Bangladeshi Man Arrested in Bombing Plot

A Bangladeshi man with links to Al-Qaeda arrested on charges of trying to bomb the Federal Reserve building.

Toulouse Terrorist's Al Qaeda Mentor Killed in Pakistan

An Al Qaeda recruiter who allegedly mentored Toulouse terrorist Mohammed Merah was killed in Pakistan, the SITE jihadist monitor reports.

US Drones Fly Over African Skies

US weighing whether to attack al-Qaeda in Mali and Libya in response to death of Ambassador Stevens.

Bin Laden's Former Driver Acquitted in US

Osama bin Laden's former driver, Salim Hamdan – who was jailed at Guantanamo – not charged with war crimes.

Analysis: America's Mideast Allies Arming Jihadists in Syria?

American news outlets report that weapons shipments to Syrian rebels are going to radical Islamists instead of their intended recipients.