Check the following article -
http://www.csmonitor.com/2004/1029/p06s01-wosc.html
The externals of the tape check out. It is a Sahab production. Now why someone did something stupid and keep 15 minutes of tape away from the CIA/FBI is beyond me.
Drudge:
WORLD EXCLUSIVE: ABC NEWS TO AIR TERROR TAPE ON WORLD NEWS TONIGHT AT 6:30 EST
This is frustrating, not knowing what the heck is going on nor why. I am praying we get some sunshine and clarity at this point.
I cannot think of any good reason why abc would withhold from the authorities a portion of any alleged al qaeda or other terrorist communication. On one hand such an act is treason, on the other hand, they are preventing authorities from doing their analyses. Either way, it stinks.
Ratings. Sole source of info everyone is "dying" to hear. Puts them over all other networks, including FOX, their nemisis competition. It would seem to me withholding vital information from the FBI or CIA would cause them serious trouble (withholding vital information in time of war???), unless the last 15 minutes is the typical spew (Allah is great yada yada yada) found on each and every other tape they've produced and the alphabet agencies passed on it so ABC (as their reward) could have their day in the sun (one possibility). Anyone else with an idea about it?
What is known about Sahab production?