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Posted on 06/01/2007 7:57:59 PM PDT by nwctwx
Fyi.
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https://www.osac.gov/Reports/report.cfm?contentID=70325
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Warden Message: UK Threat Level Raised to Critical
Consular Affairs Bulletins
Europe - United Kingdom
30 Jun 2007
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Worldwide Caution Public Announcement
U.S. Embassy London issued the following Warden Message on June 30:
Following terrorist incidents in London on June 29, and Glasgow on June 30, the UK government raised the UK threat level from “severe” to “critical.”
This means that a terrorist attack is expected imminently and indicates an extremely high level of threat. Both the US and the UK stress that public vigilance is always important regardless of the threat level, but it is especially important given the current critical threat.
Like the US, the UK shares its national threat levels with the general public to keep everyone informed and explain the context for the various increased security measures that may be encountered. UK threat levels are determined by the UK Home Office and are posted on its website at http://www.homeoffice.gov.uk/security/current-threat-level/
Information from MI5 about the reasons for the increased threat level and actions the public can take can be found on the MI5 website at http://www.mi5.gov.uk /
This situation is receiving extensive media coverage both in the UK and around the world. Visitors here should be aware that the overseas media coverage may have caused family and friends overseas to become concerned for the welfare of their loved ones in the UK. Now is a good time to let your friends and family know that you are all right.
For further safety and security information, please see the latest worldwide caution on the continuing possibility of terrorist attacks (http://london.usembassy.gov/cons_new/warden_messages/warden_message_11apr07.html ), our warden message on personal security practices (http://london.usembassy.gov/cons_new/warden_messages/warden_message_19jan07.html ), and the Department of State’s brochure on safe travel (http://travel.state.gov/travel/tips/safety/safety_1747.html ).
For the latest security information, Americans living and traveling abroad should regularly monitor the Department’s Bureau of Consular Affairs Internet website at travel.state.gov. The U.S. Embassy in London also maintains a website at http://london.usembassy.gov . In addition to information on the Internet, travelers may obtain up-to-date information on security conditions by calling 1-888-407-4747 toll-free in the U.S. or outside the U.S. and Canada on a regular toll line at 1-202-501-4444. You may also reach the U.S. Embassy in London at (020) 7499-9000 between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. GMT, 24 hours a day.
Ok Brits, here’s the threats laid out. Make sure you check the hyper-texted links here, too.
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http://www.mi5.gov.uk/output/Page16.html
“THE THREATS”
MI5 SECURITY SERVICE:
“How You Can Help”
https://www.mi5.gov.uk/output/Page18.html
ON THE NET...
http://www.rewardsforjustice.net
http://www.rewardsforjustice.net/english/index.cfm?page=Wanted_Terrorist
http://www.fbi.gov
http://www.fbi.gov/terrorinfo/terrorismsi.htm
RR, Consular Information Sheet for Germany:
http://www.travel.state.gov/travel/cis_pa_tw/cis/cis_1123.html
Increased sercurity measures at the airports, so your daughter may want to get there a bit earlier.
Thanks, thought that was what I heard on the radio.
Do you have this one?
Police explode car at Hospital.......
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/main.jhtml?xml=/news/2007/07/01/nterr801.xml
REQUEST FOR IMFORMATION...
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/scotland/6259032.stm
Last Updated: Sunday, 1 July 2007, 17:33 GMT 18:33 UK
“Appeal over Jeep used in attack”
“Threats follow attack”
“ Police news briefing”
ARTICLE SNIPPET: “Police have appealed for information regarding the vehicle which was used in a terrorist attack at Glasgow Airport.
They want to hear from anyone with information about the green Jeep Cherokee registration number L808 RDT.
Assistant Chief Constable John Malcolm, of Strathclyde Police, said he was keen to know where the car had been in the last few weeks and days.
He also appealed for any photos and videos taken by members of the public during and before the attack.
At a news conference in Glasgow, ACC Malcolm said the suspect being treated in hospital for severe burns was believed to be the driver of the car.
He remains in a critical condition and is under armed police guard at the Royal Alexandra Hospital, Paisley.
Police have confirmed that a controlled explosion was carried out on a vehicle at the hospital.
I am satisfied that this investigation is progressing dynamically at pace
ACC John Malcolm
Strathclyde Police
It has also been revealed that the second suspect being held at Govan police station is aged 27.
Police have confirmed that there was no one else in the Jeep at the time of the attack.
The vehicle has now been removed from the airport and further forensic tests will be carried out.
Anyone with information about the Jeep should contact Strathclyde Police’s incident room on 0800 056 0944.”
PHOTOS Included.
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London, Sunday 01.07.07
“Five arrested over terror attacks as airport chaos bites”
01.07.07
• Brown’s new terrorism advisor: Attacks are “textbook al-Qaeda”
• Controlled explosion of car at Royal Alexandra Hospital in Paisley
Five people were arrested as police continued to search properties around the UK in the wake of three failed car bombings.
With Britain on its highest state of terror alert, air passengers struggled to reach airports as tough vehicle restrictions came into effect.
The Glasgow airport incident led to a ban on the picking up and dropping off of passengers by vehicles at airport forecourts nationwide.”
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http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/keyword?k=youths
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http://www.jihadwatch.org/archives/017187.php
July 1, 2007
“Australia ponders likelihood of “radicalization” among Muslim youth in the country”
Thanks, Cindy.
I have the Consular Information Sheets for all the countries my husband and son travel to book-marked. They both register at the US Embassies in whichever country they visit. BTW, it was some of your links that led us to do that. In our experience, it seems that most business travelers do that. The tourists should, as well.
Thank you.
You’re most welcome.
Good for you, that is a very sensible thing to do.
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http://www.dhs.gov/xnews/releases/pr_1183233198811.shtm
Statement by Secretary Chertoff
Release Date: June 30, 2007
For Immediate Release
Office of the Press Secretary
We have been in close contact with our counterparts in the U.K. regarding today’s incident at the Glasgow airport and yesterday’s car bomb discoveries in London. Our law enforcement and intelligence officials are closely monitoring the ongoing investigations. The senior leadership of the U.S. government has been meeting on these issues both yesterday and today. DHS and the FBI have provided updates and protective measures guidance to our state and local homeland security and law enforcement partners.
At this point, I have seen no specific, credible information suggesting that this latest incident is connected to a threat to the homeland. We have no plans at this time to change the national threat level, although we remind everyone that the aviation threat level has been raised to orange since last fall.
However, in an abundance of caution during this holiday period, DHS will be implementing plans to increase our security measures at U.S. airports, mass transit and other transportation facilities. Some of these measures will be visible; others will not. As always, airline passengers should arrive at the airport with sufficient time for security clearance. We encourage the public to go about their business and recreational plans as usual, but remain vigilant to the events happening in your environment and report any suspicious activities to authorities.
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http://www.defenselink.mil/news/newsarticle.aspx?id=46604
Phantom Thunder, Related Operations Continue in Iraq
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, July 1, 2007 – Operation Phantom Thunder and other offensive military operations in Iraq continue to turn up terrorist leaders, enemy fighters and weapons intended for use against Iraqi and coalition forces and Iraqi citizens, military officials reported.
Today, coalition forces in Iraq’s Ninewah and Anbar provinces detained 14 suspected terrorists during operations aimed at capturing or killing al Qaeda in Iraq senior leaders and their operatives.
In Mosul, coalition forces captured an alleged al Qaeda in Iraq senior leader and three other suspected terrorists during an early morning raid. Coalition officials said the senior leader is responsible for directing rocket attacks in Ninewah province.
In Anbar, coalition forces raided two buildings in Karmah looking for a suspected al Qaeda in Iraq leader. Forces detained two men who had a stash of grenades and found two weapons caches filled with explosive chemicals and bomb-making materials. An explosives team safely destroyed the cache on site, and ground forces detained three more suspected terrorists there.
Two more operations in Anbar province netted five suspected terrorists. Forces searched three buildings west of Tarmiyah looking for an al Qaeda in Iraq cell leader and detained two individuals for their alleged involvement with the cell. Coalition troops also raided two buildings west of Abu Ghraib, targeting a terrorist believed to be involved in car-bomb attacks against coalition forces, and detained three suspected terrorists.
Also today, coalition forces detained three suspected secret cell terrorists before dawn in North Adamiya, near Baghdad’s Sadr City neighborhood. Officials said the suspects have close ties to Iranian terror networks and are believed to be responsible for numerous attacks on Iraqi civilians as well as Iraqi and coalition forces in Baghdad. They also are suspected of recruiting Iraqis to fill the ranks of Iranian terror groups operating in Iraq. No shots were fired when coalition forces conducted the precision raid.
U.S. soldiers captured the six men during operations in East Baghdad yesterday. The soldiers conducted the operation based on tips received from residents in the Kamaliyah neighborhood. The suspects are being held for questioning.
On June 29, Apache helicopters engaged insurgents who had fired on ground forces in southern Baghdad, killing one and wounding another.
“Our increased aerial presence over the numerous mahallas (neighborhoods) that are being cleared in Operation Fardh al Qanoon has led to desperate acts by (the enemy),” said Army Capt. Ryan Sullivan, an Apache pilot who commanded the lead aircraft during the mission. “We were able to locate the insurgents and engage (them) at a known (enemy) gathering place. This engagement contributed to the safety of the ground troops as they continue to clear the mahallas.”
Also on June 29, Iraqi soldiers detained five suspected al Qaeda in Iraq cell members in southern Baghdad. The suspected terrorists allegedly are responsible for several attacks on coalition forces. In particular, this terrorist cell and its members are accused of coordinating a complex attack on coalition forces, planting roadside bombs and organizing sniper attacks on coalition patrols. The Iraq soldiers seized computers, cell phones and weapons used in the terrorist cell operation. This operation will disrupt a major terrorist cell in Doura, officials said.
In other news from Iraq, coalition officials yesterday identified a man killed in a June 29 attack as a senior al Qaeda in Iraq foreign terrorist. Abu Abd al-Rahman al-Masri, an Egyptian, was killed east of Fallujah. Intelligence reports indicate he worked directly for Abu Ayyub al-Masri, the military emir of al Qaeda in Iraq, and is associated with other al Qaeda in Iraq senior leaders.
Intelligence reports further indicate he was assessed to be responsible for participating in terrorist courts and issuing terrorism-related religious decrees. He fought with Abu Ayyub al-Masri in Afghanistan in 2002 and 2003, and later came to Iraq with him.
Abu Abd al-Rahman al-Masri also fought in both battles of Fallujah, and was injured in one. He was detained for six months, and upon his release, moved to Syria, where he began working with the network that facilitates the movement of foreign fighters into Iraq. He returned to Iraq late last year, officials said.
He was positively identified by several known associates and other detainees from this and previous operations, officials added.
In other news, Defense Department officials have changed the status of two soldiers missing since May 12 to “Missing-Captured.” They had been listed as “Duty Status Whereabouts Unknown.”
Army Pvt. Byron W. Fouty, 19, of Waterford, Mich., and Army Spc. Alex R. Jimenez, 25, of Lawrence, Mass., went missing after enemy forces attacked their patrol. Fouty and Jimenez are assigned to the 4th Battalion, 31st Infantry Regiment, 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 10th Mountain Division, Fort Drum, N.Y. The body of a third soldier who went missing after the attack — Army Pfc. Joseph J. Anzack Jr., 20, of Torrance, Calif. — was found May 23.
(Compiled from Multinational Force Iraq and Multinational Corps Iraq, and Defense Department news releases.)
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http://www.defenselink.mil/news/newsarticle.aspx?id=46605
Taliban Continue Human Shield Tactics in Afghanistan
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, July 1, 2007 – Taliban terrorists continue to use innocent civilians as shields, NATO officials in Afghanistan said today.
Afghan and American soldiers under International Security Assistance Force command participated in Operation Ghartse Ghar in Helmand province yesterday. The goal was to clear Taliban forces from both sides of the Helmand River in the village of Haderabad.
After battling enemy forces most of the day, Afghan and coalition forces came under heavy fire from enemy small arms, medium machine guns, 82 mm mortars and rocket-propelled grenades.
The Afghan and coalition forces identified several enemy positions during this exchange, including mortar positions, observation posts, compounds and a trench system. They returned fire and called in close-air support. All enemy positions were destroyed in the engagement.
Though Afghan and coalition forces appear to have fired at clearly identified firing positions, said Army Maj. Chris Belcher, spokesman for Combined Joint Task Force 82, there are reports of civilian casualties.
“After our forces surveyed the area, there are reports of some possible civilian deaths,” Belcher said. The troops found the remains of innocent civilians who were killed in firing positions in a trench line.
“We are deeply saddened by any loss of innocent lives,” Belcher said. “Insurgents are continuing their tactic of using women and children as human shields in close combat with friendly forces.”
In Ghazni province, Afghan and coalition forces detained a number of insurgents during an operation today.
No shots were fired and no one was injured in the operation.
Coalition forces acted on credible intelligence which indicated the location was a hideout for foreign fighters connected to the Haqqani network, officials said. The detainees will be questioned as to their identities and involvement in militant activities.
(Compiled from Combined Joint Task Force 82 news releases.)
http://www.wtop.com/?nid=116&sid=1178903
“US Adds Air Marshals to Overseas Flights”
July 1, 2007 - 3:53pm
By STEPHEN OHLEMACHER
Associated Press Writer
WASHINGTON (AP)
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