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Posted on 10/06/2008 7:27:37 PM PDT by nwctwx
UPDATE:
http://www.jihadwatch.org/archives/023308.php
(DAILY TIMES.com.pk)
November 1, 2008
“Jihad group claims responsibility for India blasts that killed 76”
ARTICLE SNIPPET: “GUWAHATI: A little-known Islamic group claimed responsibility in a text message to a news channel Friday for serial blasts in India’s Assam that claimed 76 lives on Thursday, police said. The group, identifying itself as the ‘Islamic Security Force-Indian Mujahideen’, warned such attacks would continue in the Assam state, police said.
“The Islamic Security Force-Indian Mujahedeen takes the responsibility for yesterday’s blasts,” said the text message sent to the Newslive television network in Assam. “We warn all of Assam and India for situations like this in the future and we thank all our holy members and partners,” added the message.”
Oh dear, well this is NOT nice.
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http://elections.foxnews.com/2008/10/31/florida-congressman-accused-making-death-threat-opponent/
“Florida Congressman Accused of Making Death Threat to Opponent”
SNIPPET: “Challenger Marion Thorpe filed a report with Boca Raton police alleging Rep. Alcee Hastings threatened to “take him out permanently.””
Speechless.
http://www.ynetnews.com/articles/0,7340,L-3615837,00.html
“Terrorist running for city council”
“Arab-Israeli woman jailed over Jerusalem market attack to compete in Sakhnin elections”
Ronny Shaked
Published: 10.31.08, 16:17 / Israel News
ARTICLE SNIPPET: “Terrorist becomes a politician: Tagrid Saadi, a 28-year-old Arab-Israeli woman convicted of failing to prevent a terror attack in Jerusalem, is vying for a city council spot in the northern town of Sakhnin.
Saadi was detained immediately after a female suicide bomber detonated herself at Jerusalem’s Mahane Yehuda market on April 12, 2002. The bombing killed six Israelis and wounded 60. Saadi was in contact with the cell commander, via the Internet, and was informed about the date of the attack. The cell leader also asked her for information about crowded locations that would be suitable for attacks.
Saadi was sentenced to six years in prison, where she affiliated with Hamas and Islamic Jihad prisoners. She was released less than a year ago, and has now decided to enter politics.”
Mumbling to myself...I guess people are hoping she changed.
IN THE U.S.A.:
http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,445569,00.html
(AP)
“Fugitive Gunman Tackled, Arrested After Holding Fifth-Graders Hostage in Maine”
Friday, October 31, 2008
ARTICLE SNIPPET: “STOCKTON SPRINGS, Maine — A gunman who had been a fugitive for a week held 11 students hostage at an elementary school on Friday but was tackled outside a classroom and arrested without any harm to the children.
Police said Randall Hofland, 55, had released all the students and had turned over a loaded gun to one of the young hostages before he was taken into custody at Stockton Springs Elementary School.”
RECAP - ARTICLE SNIPPET - QUOTE:
http://www.sofir.org/sarchives/006279.php
20 October 2008
WHY NICKY REILLY MATTERS
by A. Aaron Weisburd
The Exeter bombing
Successful counter-terrorism can be described as a non-event. When we are successful in identifying people who are intent on committing terrorism, and manage to somehow intervene to prevent them from doing so, nothing happens. When we fail to identify and focus our efforts on the right people, however, bad things happen.
http://allafrica.com/stories/200810310477.html
“Kenya: Country On Terrorism High Alert”
Nairobi Star (Nairobi)
31 October 2008
Posted to the web 31 October 2008
Nairobi
“Security agencies were yesterday placed on high alert and the border with Somalia was closed for fear of terrorist attacks inside Kenya.
The situation heightened following Wednesday’s bombing attack in northern Somalia where 28 people died. The attack occurred as the IGAD heads of state were meeting in Nairobi.
The alert levels were raised nearly ten days ago following reports that Somali insurgents were planning to attack Kenya which was agreed to train some 10,000 Somali government soldiers and policemen. The insurgents have been fighting to wrest leadership of the country from the interim government.
Yesterday, police at a roadblock on Thika Road seized at least 600 bomb detonators from a bus heading towards Mandera where inter-clan fighting has caused the deaths of more than 28 people.
Security agencies across the country have already sounded the alarm over possibilities of attacks with key government and installations of Western countries being put under heightened surveillance.
Several embassies and the UN headquarters in Gigiri have in the last 48 hours sent out security advisories to their staff even as they intensified security around their compounds.
The Kenya Revenue Authority has also sent an internal memo to staff asking them to be alert to a possible terrorist attack.
Government spokesman Dr Alfred Mutua confirmed the heightened security saying the government was not taking security of its citizens lightly following explosions that rocked Northern parts of Somalia earlier on Wednesday killing more than 28 people.”
ARTICLE SNIPPET: “Al-Shabaab has an estimated 3,000 members, and is said by US intelligence agencies to be linked to Al-Qaeda.
Mutua called on members of the public to volunteer information that would forestall any possible criminal activities.”
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Note: The following text is a quote:
http://travel.state.gov/travel/cis_pa_tw/tw/tw_923.html
Travel Warning
United States Department of State
Bureau of Consular Affairs
Washington, DC 20520
This information is current as of today, Sat Nov 01 2008 13:41:45 GMT-0700 (PDT).
KENYA
August 22, 2008
This Travel Warning is being issued to update U.S. citizens on safety and security conditions in Kenya. The temporary suspension of the United States Peace Corps program in Kenya has been lifted and volunteers have now returned to the country. The U.S. Department of State continues to recommend that private American citizens in Kenya and those considering travel to Kenya evaluate their personal security situation in light of continuing threats from terrorism and crime. This Travel Warning supersedes the Travel Warning of March 21, 2008.
Current Situation
Crime and Terrorist Acts
Violent and sometimes fatal criminal attacks, including armed carjackings and home invasions/burglaries, can occur at any time and in any location, particularly in Nairobi. As recently as June 2008, U.S. Embassy personnel were victims of carjackings. In the short-term, the continued displacement of thousands of people by the recent civil unrest combined with endemic poverty and the availability of weapons could result in an increase in crime, both petty and violent. Kenyan authorities have limited capacity to deter or investigate such acts or prosecute perpetrators.
American citizens in Kenya should be extremely vigilant, particularly in public places frequented by foreigners such as clubs, hotels, resorts, upscale shopping centers, restaurants, and places of worship. Americans should also remain alert in residential areas, schools, and at outdoor recreational events, and should avoid demonstrations and large crowds.
Americans who travel to or reside in Kenya are encouraged to register through the State Department’s travel registration website, https://travelregistration.state.gov. By registering, American citizens make it easier for the Embassy to contact them in case of emergency. Americans without Internet access may register directly with the U.S. Embassy in Nairobi. The U.S. Embassy is located on United Nations Avenue, Gigiri, Nairobi, Kenya; telephone (254) (20) 363-6000; fax (254) (20) 363-6410. In the event of an after-hours emergency, the Embassy duty officer may be contacted at (254) (20) 363-6170. The Embassy home page is http://kenya.usembassy.gov. Updated information on travel and security in Kenya may be obtained from the Department of State by calling 1-888-407-4747 toll free in the United States and Canada, or for callers outside the United States and Canada, a regular toll line at 1-202-501-4444. For further information, please consult the Country Specific Information for Kenya and the Worldwide Caution, which are available on the Bureau of Consular Affairs Internet website at http://travel.state.gov.
http://counterterrorismblog.org/2008/10/end_of_week_update_on_syria.php
“End of Week Update on Syria”
By David Schenker
(October 31, 2008)
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http://www.weeklystandard.com/Content/Public/Articles/000/000/015/766wqadi.asp
“Duplicity in Damascus
The complicated relationship between Syria and al Qaeda.”
by David Schenker
10/31/2008 12:00:00 AM
ARTICLE SNIPPET: “Since 2002, the Assad regime has facilitated the movement through its territory of al Qaeda fighters bound for Iraq, Jordan, and Lebanon. It has allowed these insurgents to train in Syria and has provided sanctuary to al Qaeda-affiliated killers of Americans. By and large, this policy purchased Syria immunity from attacks. Along the way, however, these terrorists appear to have planted local roots.”
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http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/2119930/posts
http://www.rferl.org/Content/Riot_Fears_Close_US_Embassy_In_Damascus/1336578.html
“Riot Fears Close U.S. Embassy In Damascus”
October 30, 2008
ARTICLE SNIPPET: “Washington has yet to speak publicly about what occurred. But the U.S. media quotes officials as confirming privately that four U.S. helicopters flew into Syria to target a top Al-Qaeda leader operating from the village.
The U.S. sources say troops dismounted from two of the Black Hawks and engaged in a short but fierce firefight with armed men. Among those killed was the raid’s target: a Syrian known as Abu Ghadiya.
Abu Ghadiya, also called Badran Turki Hishan al-Mazidh, has long been identified by Washington as a top Al-Qaeda figure coordinating the movement of militants and funds into Iraq. In February, the U.S. Treasury identified him as one of four major Al-Qaeda operatives living in Syria.
By following Abu Ghadiya’s trail across the border, Washington appears confident that the damage his death will do to Al-Qaeda is worth the outrage in Damascus. The raid is not the first U.S. attack on Syrian soil, but is by far the most visible. Others have been missile strikes or rare cases of crossing the frontier in hot pursuit of insurgents.”
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Note: The following text is a quote:
http://travel.state.gov/travel/cis_pa_tw/tw/tw_3036.html
Travel Warning
United States Department of State
Bureau of Consular Affairs
Washington, DC 20520
This information is current as of today, Sat Nov 01 2008 13:56:45 GMT-0700 (PDT).
SYRIA
April 15, 2008
This Travel Warning alerts U.S. citizens to ongoing safety and security concerns in Syria. American citizens are urged to thoroughly consider the risks of travel to Syria and to take adequate precautions to ensure their safety. This supersedes the Travel Warning for Syria issued on September 18, 2007.
A number of terrorist groups that oppose U.S. policies have offices in Syria. Since 1979, the United States has designated Syria a State Sponsor of Terrorism due to its support for organizations such as Hizbollah, Hamas, and Palestinian Islamic Jihad. In addition, other extremist groups are present in Syria. These groups have the potential to be either the targets of or perpetrators of acts of violence. On February 12, 2008, an explosion occurred in the residential Kafer Soseh neighborhood of Damascus, killing Imad Moughniyeh, a senior Hizbollah operative. In 2006, the U.S. Embassy in Damascus was attacked by terrorists armed with guns, grenades, and a car bomb. The Syrian Government has allowed anti-U.S. demonstrations to occur; the latest was on March 3, 2008. Anti-U.S. demonstrations date back to September 2005, some of which have turned violent and led to damage to Western embassies, including the U.S. Embassy.
U.S. citizens who remain in or travel to Syria are encouraged to register at the consular section of the U.S. Embassy in Damascus, and to obtain updated information on travel and security in Syria. Americans in Syria should exercise caution and take prudent measures to maintain their security. These measures include being aware of their surroundings, avoiding crowds and demonstrations, keeping a low profile, varying times and routes for all travel, and ensuring travel documents are current.
U.S. consular personnel remain available to provide emergency information and services to American citizens. The U.S. Embassy in Damascus, Syria, is located at 2, Al-Mansour St., Abu Roumaneh. The Embassy telephone number is (963) (11) 3391-4444, fax (963) (11) 331-9678, e-mail: acsdamascus@state.gov. American citizens may register with the Embassy online by visiting https://travelregistration.state.gov/ibrs. Additional information may be found on the Embassy website at http://usembassy.state.gov/damascus.
Updated information on travel and security in Syria may be obtained from the Department of State by calling 1-888-407-4747 within the United States and Canada or, from overseas, 1-202-501-4444. Additional details can be found in the Department of State’s Country Specific Information for Syria, and the Worldwide Caution, which are available on the Department’s Internet website at http://travel.state.gov.
http://www.truthusa.com/IRAN.html
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http://ap.google.com/article/ALeqM5iijfYgMUu7W_-ZKg8BjH5QNTww5QD944UQBO0
“Intel says Iran plans secret nuclear experiments”
By GEORGE JAHN – 2 days ago
ARTICLE SNIPPET: “VIENNA, Austria (AP) — Iran has recently tested ways of recovering highly enriched uranium from waste reactor fuel in a covert bid to expand its nuclear program, according to an intelligence assessment made available to The Associated Press.
The intelligence, provided by a member of the 145-nation International Atomic Energy Agency, also says a report will soon be submitted to the Iranian leadership for a decision on whether to go ahead with the project.”
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Note: The following text is a quote:
http://travel.state.gov/travel/cis_pa_tw/tw/tw_920.html
Travel Warning
United States Department of State
Bureau of Consular Affairs
Washington, DC 20520
This information is current as of today, Sat Nov 01 2008 14:01:54 GMT-0700 (PDT).
IRAN
September 15, 2008
The Department of State continues to warn U.S. citizens to carefully consider the risks of travel to Iran. Dual national Iranian-American citizens may encounter difficulty in departing Iran. This Travel Warning supersedes the Travel Warning for Iran issued January 3, 2008.
Some elements of the Iranian regime and the population remain hostile to the United States. As a result, American citizens may be subject to harassment or arrest while traveling or residing in Iran. In 2007, Iranian authorities prevented a number of Iranian-American citizen academics, journalists, and others who traveled to Iran for personal reasons from leaving for several months, and in some cases detained and imprisoned them on various charges, including espionage and posing a threat to national security. Americans of Iranian origin should consider the risk of being targeted by authorities before planning travel to Iran. Iranian authorities may deny dual nationals access to the United States Interests Section in Tehran, because they are considered to be solely Iranian citizens.
The Iranian regime continues to repress its minority religious and ethnic groups, including Bahai, Arabs, Kurds, Azeris, and others. Consequently, some areas within the country where these minorities reside, including the Baluchistan border area near Pakistan and Afghanistan, the Kurdish northwest of the country, and areas near the Iraqi border, remain unsafe. Armed attacks on the road between Bam and Kerman in May 2007 also render this area unsafe.
Large-scale demonstrations have taken place in various regions throughout Iran over the past several years as a result of a sometimes volatile political climate. U.S. citizens who travel to Iran despite this Travel Warning should exercise caution.
The U.S. government does not have diplomatic or consular relations with the Islamic Republic of Iran and therefore cannot provide protection or routine consular services to American citizens in Iran. The Swiss government, acting through its Embassy in Tehran, serves as protecting power for U.S. interests in Iran. Neither U.S. passports nor visas to the United States are issued in Tehran. The Iranian Government does not recognize dual citizenship and generally does not permit the Swiss to provide protective services for U.S. citizens who are also Iranian nationals. U.S. citizens of Iranian origin who are considered by Iran to be Iranian citizens have been detained and harassed by Iranian authorities. Former Muslims who have converted to other religions, as well as persons who encourage Muslims to convert, are subject to arrest and prosecution.
Americans who travel or reside in Iran despite this Travel Warning are strongly encouraged to register through the State Department’s travel registration website, https://travelregistration.state.gov. If they are in Tehran, American citizens may also register in person at the U.S. Interests Section of the Swiss Embassy at Africa Avenue, West Farzan Street, no. 59, Tehran. The local telephone numbers are 021-8878-2964 and 021-8879-2364, fax 021-8877-3265, e-mail: tie.vertretung@eda.admin.ch.
U.S. citizens should also consult the Department of State’s Country Specific Information for Iran, and the current Worldwide Caution, which are located on the Department’s Internet web site at http://travel.state.gov. American citizens may also obtain updated information on travel and security conditions by calling 1-888-407-4747 toll-free in the United States and Canada or, from outside the United States and Canada, 1-202-501-4444.
BOOK:
Stealth Jihad: How Radical Islam is Subverting America without Guns or Bombs (Hardcover)
by Robert Spencer (Author)
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http://www.jihadwatch.org/archives/023318.php
November 1, 2008
“Spencer’s Stealth Jihad coming soon”
Book ping
Thanks to Yorkie and Calpernia for the ping to this thread.
Note: The following post is a quote:
http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/2121899/posts
A Huge Cache of Stolen Financial Data
New York Times ^ | October 31, 2008 | John Markoff
Posted on November 1, 2008 12:25:56 PM PDT by yorkie
Trying to get a handle on computer crime is always hard, made more difficult by the Alice-in-Wonderland nature of the Internet (On the Internet, nobody knows you’re a dog, etc.).
However, each new data point on computer crime and the risks of identity theft appears more frightening.
On Friday morning, the RSA FraudAction Research Lab reported it had uncovered a digital cache of more than a half million credit card numbers and online bank account logins and passwords that have been acquired during the past two-and-a-half years by what the researchers believe is a Russian online gang.
These caches of stolen identity information are created automatically by digital Trojan horse programs that steal the information from computer users after they have taken over their systems. The Trojans are usually distributed by networks of zombie computers known as botnets.
(Excerpt) Read more at bits.blogs.nytimes.com ...
Thanks to pgalt and Ernest at the Beach for the ping to this thread.
http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-bloggers/2121712/posts
“The Paid Soviet Agent Behind Axelrod and Obama”
New Zeal blog ^ | Oct 31, 2008 | Trevor Loudon
Posted on November 1, 2008 8:33:51 AM PDT by Interesting Times
http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/2122053/posts
“I hope bombers feel afraid when they die”
Sunday Herald Sun ^ | 2nd November 2008 | Randall Lee
Posted on November 1, 2008 3:59:29 PM PDT by naturalman1975
More details update:
http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/2122068/posts
“64 killed, 364 hurt in Assam blasts”
The Tribune ^ | October 31 2008 | The Tribune
Posted on November 1, 2008 4:21:11 PM PDT by SoftwareEngineer
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