CIA Killed Al Qaeda's No. 2 By Accident

CIA Killed Al Qaeda's No. 2 By Accident

Officials reveal controversial 'signature strike' on suspected terror leaders whose identities are unknown behind major Yemen drone kill.Ari Yashar, 6/18/2015, 5:40 PM
White House Confirms Death of Yemeni Qaeda Leader

White House Confirms Death of Yemeni Qaeda Leader

White House confirms death of Nasser al-Wuhayshi in airstrike, says it was a "major blow" to the organization.Ben Ariel, 6/17/2015, 4:16 AM
Yemen's Qaeda Leader Killed in Airstrike

Yemen's Qaeda Leader Killed in Airstrike

Yemeni officials say Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula leader Nasir al-Wuhayshi was killed in a suspected American drone strike.Ben Ariel, 6/16/2015, 3:44 AM
Al Qaeda in Somalia Strengthened by Yemen Exodus

Al Qaeda in Somalia Strengthened by Yemen Exodus

600 Al Qaeda terrorists flee Yemen war for former stronghold of Somalia, while Kerry offers aid without specifying details.Ari Yashar, 5/6/2015, 4:38 PM
US Drone Kills Al-Qaeda in Yemen's Terror Mufti

US Drone Kills Al-Qaeda in Yemen's Terror Mufti

AQAP says one of its top leaders, who returned from Gitmo to terror, was killed in a US strike despite American evacuation from Yemen.Ari Yashar, 4/14/2015, 6:45 PM
Al Qaeda, Houthis Battle over Army Bases in Yemen

Al Qaeda, Houthis Battle over Army Bases in Yemen

Battles rage over military and political power in Yemen; two bases captured near Sanaa and Shawba.Dalit Halevi, Tova Dvorin, 2/14/2015, 8:42 PM
Al-Qaeda: US Directs Iran-backed Houthis

Al-Qaeda: US Directs Iran-backed Houthis

AQAP says US has been sharing intel on it with Houthi terrorists conquering Yemen with Iran's backing and threatening Israel.Arutz Sheva Staff, 2/5/2015, 6:39 PM
Paris Attacks Challenge 'Lone Wolf'Theory

Paris Attacks Challenge 'Lone Wolf'Theory

All terror attacks and attempted attacks in Europe committed by individuals with links to larger jihadi groups, say experts.Arutz Sheva Staff, 1/18/2015, 4:14 PM
Al Qaeda Claims Responsibility for Charlie Hebdo

Al Qaeda Claims Responsibility for Charlie Hebdo

Al Qaeda confirms involvement in attack, one week after shooters told bystanders, victims they were working on the group's behalf.Tova Dvorin, 1/14/2015, 12:36 PM
Yemen 'Is a Victim, Not an Exporter, of Terror'

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.Arutz Sheva Staff, 1/13/2015, 3:51 PM
Al-Qaeda Hostages Killed During Rescue Attempt

Al-Qaeda Hostages Killed During Rescue Attempt

Journalist Luke Somers and teacher Pierre Korkie killed by Al-Qaeda terrorists in Yemen during a failed rescue bid.Ben Ariel, 12/7/2014, 4:50 AM
Al Qaeda in Yemen Threatens to Execute US Hostage

Al Qaeda in Yemen Threatens to Execute US Hostage

Luke 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.Ari Soffer, 12/4/2014, 10:23 AM
Al-Qaeda Attacks Ambassador's Residence in Yemen

Al-Qaeda Attacks Ambassador's Residence in Yemen

3 killed by car bomb at the Iranian ambassador's residence in Yemen. Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula claims responsibility.Ben Ariel, 12/4/2014, 3:16 AM
US Embassy Barely Escapes Rocket Attack in Yemen

US Embassy Barely Escapes Rocket Attack in Yemen

Rocket strikes 650 feet from embassy, wounded Yemeni guards; State Dept. in denial that Sanaa branch was target in attack.Tova Dvorin, 9/28/2014, 7:52 AM
Flight Ban After Islamists Clash in Yemen

Flight Ban After Islamists Clash in Yemen

Flights suspended for 24 hours after Shi'ite Houthis make gains near capital Sanaa, as Yemen fights two-front war against extremists.Tova Dvorin, 9/19/2014, 1:00 PM
Yemen: Gov't Forces Kill 36 Al Qaeda Terrorists

Yemen: Gov't Forces Kill 36 Al Qaeda Terrorists

Operation against Al Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula rages in eastern Shabwa province.Ari Soffer, 5/4/2014, 4:33 PM
Al Qaeda's Chief Explosives Expert Killed?

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.Ari Yashar, 4/22/2014, 5:38 PM
Al Qaeda Holds Largest Public Meeting in Years

Al Qaeda Holds Largest Public Meeting in Years

Al Qaeda's second-in-command mingles with over 100 fighters, commanders - but how did US intelligence agencies miss him?Ari Soffer, 4/16/2014, 10:29 AM
Yemen: Attack on Military Post, 10 Dead

Yemen: Attack on Military Post, 10 Dead

Latest attack on Yemeni military may be result of secessionists, Al Qaeda.Arutz Sheva Staff, 12/30/2013, 3:24 PM
Harrowing Footage of Al Qaeda Hospital Attack

Harrowing Footage of Al Qaeda Hospital Attack

CCTV shows terrorists calmly picking off patients and doctors alike, in country's worst attack in 18 months. Viewer discretion advised.Ari Soffer, 12/12/2013, 10:12 AM
Yemen: 52 Dead as Al Qaeda Attack Defense Ministry

Yemen: 52 Dead as Al Qaeda Attack Defense Ministry

Al Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula suspected in audacious attack in the heart of Yemen's capital Sana'a.Ari Soffer, 12/5/2013, 11:26 AM
Al Qaeda Commander: American Civilians Fair Game

Al Qaeda Commander: American Civilians Fair Game

Senior Yemen-based commander says calls by group's leader to avoid targeting civilians doesn't apply to Americans.Ari Soffer, 11/19/2013, 6:13 PM
Yemen Arrests 'Dangerous' Al-Qaeda Terrorist

Yemen Arrests 'Dangerous' Al-Qaeda Terrorist

Yemen arrests Al-Qaeda member Omar Salem, described as "one of the most dangerous" terrorists.Elad Benari, 10/30/2013, 5:14 AM
Yemeni Security Forces Thwart Al Qaeda Jailbreak

Yemeni Security Forces Thwart Al Qaeda Jailbreak

Prison guards quell mass-mutiny by Al Qaeda inmates at high-security prison in the country's capital.Ari Soffer, 10/23/2013, 8:39 PM
Yemeni Troops Retake Base from Al Qaeda

Yemeni Troops Retake Base from Al Qaeda

After 3-day siege Yemeni security forces storm military HQ captured by Al Qaeda, free hostages., 10/3/2013, 10:28 AM
American Islamist Jailed for Al Qaeda Fundraising

American Islamist Jailed for Al Qaeda Fundraising

Sabirhan Hasanoff sent money, equipment to terrorists abroad, scoped-out the New York Stock Exchange in preparation for attack.Ari Soffer, 10/2/2013, 9:09 PM
Al Qaeda Seizes Yemen Military HQ

Al Qaeda Seizes Yemen Military HQ

Senior Yemeni general believed to have been taken prisoner in the latest attack on security forces by Islamist terrorists.Ari Soffer, 9/30/2013, 4:05 PM
American Jihadi: Attack US Diplomats

American Jihadi: Attack US Diplomats

Adam Gadahn calls for rich Islamists to provide "bounties" for US diplomats, cites Al Qaeda bounty on US ambassador to Yemen.Ari Soffer, 8/18/2013, 5:49 PM
Iraq: Car Bomb Attacks Kill At Least 14

Iraq: Car Bomb Attacks Kill At Least 14

Relentless string of attacks just one signal that a resurgent Al Qaeda is relocating its center of gravity from Pakistan to the Middle East.Ari Soffer, 8/15/2013, 11:04 AM
Al Qaeda Vows to Free Imprisoned Members

Al Qaeda Vows to Free Imprisoned Members

After a series of mass jailbreaks, Al Qaeda in Arabian Peninsula promises that "victory is within reach."Ari Soffer, 8/12/2013, 3:35 PM
US Drones Blitz Al Qaeda in Yemen

US Drones Blitz Al Qaeda in Yemen

Three strikes in a single day brings drone-strike death toll up to 30 in the past month.Ari Soffer, 8/9/2013, 2:26 PM
Yemen: Fresh Drone Strike

Yemen: Fresh Drone Strike

Drone strike, the sixth in two weeks, comes amid raised terror alert in the region.Ari Soffer, 8/8/2013, 10:47 AM
Yemen: Al Qaeda Deputy Killed in Drone Strike

Yemen: Al Qaeda Deputy Killed in Drone Strike

Al Qaeda in Arabian Peninsula confirms the death of ex-Gitmo inmate, Said al-ShihriAri Soffer, 7/17/2013, 2:24 PM
Report: Al Qaeda, Ansar al-Shari'a Teamed in Libya

Report: Al Qaeda, Ansar al-Shari'a Teamed in Libya

Intelligence sources told Fox News the attack on the US Consulate in Libya was coordinated between Al Qaeda and Ansar al-Shari'a terrorists.Chana Ya'ar, 9/23/2012, 1:34 PM
Al Qaeda: 'Kill American Diplomats' Over Video

Al Qaeda: 'Kill American Diplomats' Over Video

Al Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula called Saturday for Muslims around the world to murder American diplomats around the world. Chana Ya'ar and AFP, 9/15/2012, 11:30 PM
Yemen's US Embassy Attacked by Protesters

Yemen's US Embassy Attacked by Protesters

The U.S. Embassy has been attacked by a mob in the Yemeni capital of Sana'a. "Protesters" ripped down and torched the American flag.Chana Ya'ar, 9/13/2012, 12:38 PM
Help Wanted: AQAP Recruiting Suicide Bombers

Help Wanted: AQAP Recruiting Suicide Bombers

Al Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula is asking for prospective Western applicants to carry out suicide bombings; experience required.Gabe Kahn, 6/7/2012, 3:36 PM
US Expanding Drone War in Yemen

US Expanding Drone War in Yemen

US president Barack Obama signed off on a more liberal drone-strike policy in Yemen, but lawmakers are skeptical of targeting protocolsGabe Kahn, 4/26/2012, 6:49 PM
New Yemen President

New Yemen President

Yemen inaugurated a new president over the weekend while battles erupted in the south, killing five Al Qaeda terrorists.Chana Ya'ar, 2/26/2012, 3:20 PM
Yemen: 16 Killed in Al-Qaeda Family Feud

Yemen: 16 Killed in Al-Qaeda Family Feud

Al-Qaeda has found itself in an internal series of reprisals and counter-reprisals after a local terror chief was murdered by an in-law.Gabe Kahn., 2/16/2012, 6:40 PM
Al Qaeda Seizes Yemeni Town of Radda

Al Qaeda Seizes Yemeni Town of Radda

Al Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP) terrorists have seized the town of Radda, about 105 miles south of the Yemeni capital of Sana'a.Chana Ya'ar, 1/15/2012, 4:14 PM
Al Qaeda Jailbreak Sets Tone for Post-Saleh Yemen

Al Qaeda Jailbreak Sets Tone for Post-Saleh Yemen

An audacious jailbreak by 13 Al Qaeda terrorists underscores the deep problems facing Yemen as President Saleh departs.Gabe Kahn., 12/14/2011, 9:43 PM
Saleh Cabinet Convenes in Symbolic Snub

Saleh Cabinet Convenes in Symbolic Snub

The Cabinet of Yemeni president Ali Abdullah Saleh convened in a clear message they have no plans to step down.Gabe Kahn., 9/7/2011, 11:46 PM
Six Killed in Sanaa Violence

Six Killed in Sanaa Violence

Violence has erupted in the Yemeni capital of Sanaa for the first time since President Ali Abdullah Saleh was taken to Saudi Arabia for treatment.Gabe Kahn., 7/19/2011, 9:36 PM
Bomb Implants on the Horizon?

Bomb Implants on the Horizon?

US officials warn AQAP may try to deploy suicide bombs implanted in terrorists to blow up airliners.Gabe Kahn., 7/8/2011, 1:14 AM
Yemen's Military Losing Grip

Yemen's Military Losing Grip

Dozens of Yemeni military officers have been arrested for conspiring with opposition elements while terrorists seize more and more of the southGabe Kahn., 7/4/2011, 8:20 PM
Al Qaeda's Great Escape in Yemen

Al Qaeda's Great Escape in Yemen

60+ Al Qaeda terrorists escape from a Yemeni jail underlining mounting instability there; Tribal leader implores Saudis to keep President Saleh.Gabe Kahn., 6/23/2011, 12:12 AM
AQ Seizes Parts of Houta, Yemen

AQ Seizes Parts of Houta, Yemen

As the US makes a full court press on Al Qaeda's leadership, AQAP elements are making a full court press of their own.Gabe Kahn., 6/17/2011, 12:13 AM
Zawahiri New Al-Qaeda Boss

Zawahiri New Al-Qaeda Boss

Egyptian-born Ayman al-Zawahiri will succeed assassinated terror mastermind Osama Bin Laden as Al Qaeda's new top dog.Gabe Kahn., 6/16/2011, 5:17 PM
Who's Playing Whom in Yemen?

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.Gabe Kahn., 6/15/2011, 10:44 PM
CIA Building Gulf Air Base

CIA Building Gulf Air Base

America's great house of spies is building a classified airbase in the Gulf in the event anti-US factions come to power in Yemen.Gabe Kahn., 6/15/2011, 7:20 PM
US War on Al Qaeda in Yemen

US War on Al Qaeda in Yemen

The US is taking advantage of a power vacuum in Yemen to carry out targeted assassination attempts against top Al Qaeda terrorists.Chana Ya'ar, 6/9/2011, 1:29 PM
Al-Qaeda Builds Emirate in Yemen

Al-Qaeda Builds Emirate in Yemen

A large city in southeastern Yemen has fallen to the Al-Qaeda terrorist organization, barely a week after the fall of Abyan province. Chana Ya'ar, 6/2/2011, 3:07 PM
Al-Qaeda Seizes Jaar, Yemen

Al-Qaeda Seizes Jaar, Yemen

As Yemen's President and Opposition find themselves deadlocked over Saleh's departure, al-Qaeda seizes the southern town of Jaar.Gabe Kahn., 3/27/2011, 5:46 PM
Saudis Arrest Al-Qaeda Suspects

Saudis Arrest Al-Qaeda Suspects

Saudi Arabian authorities have arrested dozens of suspected al-Qaeda terrorists in the past eight months, all planning attacks in the country.Chana Ya'ar, 11/28/2010, 3:14 PM