Threat Matrix: November 2007

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[nwctwx]

U.S. to Offer Turkey Help on PKK

The U.S. is to offer Turkey a package of measures to dissuade Ankara from mounting a large-scale military incursion into Iraq to attack PKK Kurdish guerrillas, who have killed scores of Turkish soldiers in recent weeks.

Ahead of a meeting in Washington on Monday between President George W. Bush and Recep Tayyip Erdogan, Turkey’s prime minister, U.S. officials said Ankara would have to get concrete American help to combat the PKK, which has bases in northern Iraq from where it frequently launches attacks into Turkey.

“Erdogan has to go back with the belief that for whatever reason, the U.S. is serious” about tackling Turkey’s concerns regarding the PKK, said Matthew Bryza, deputy assistant secretary at the U.S. state department responsible for Turkey policy. Full story...

	Turkey Imposes Sanctions on Iraqi Kurdistan in Bid to Halt PKK
	Ambassador Ryan Crocker to Turkey: Stay Out of Iraq
	Deaths in Baghdad Hit Yearly Low

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[Cindy]

Thank you Oorang for the post.

The global jihad — another day.

[Cindy]

Thank you.

The turkey is dethawing and pumpkin pies of course tomorrow.

Sharing with you our thankfulness for all our blessings from the
Good Lord above.

[Cindy]

Off Topic...

http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1929219/posts

“Dubai Poised To Acquire Large Stakes in N.Y. Banks”
New York Sun ^ | November 21, 2007 | NICHOLAS WAPSHOTT
Posted on 11/21/2007 10:19:48 PM PST by america4vr

[Cindy]

http://www.truthusa.com/MoreThanCartoons.html

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blog:

http://gatewaypundit.blogspot.com/2007/11/another-mohammad-cartoon-another.html

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2007
“Another Mohammad Cartoon... Another Outpouring of Rage”

[Cindy]

http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/keyword?k=china

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http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1929225/posts

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http://www.cnn.com/2007/WORLD/asiapcf/11/22/hongkong.us.warships.ap/index.html

updated 13 minutes ago

“U.S. warships refused entry to Hong Kong port”

ARTICLE SNIPPET: “HONG KONG, China (AP) — A flotilla of U.S. warships carrying as many as 8,000 American sailors heading for a four-day Thanksgiving holiday visit to China’s port of Hong Kong has been refused entry, the U.S. Navy said Thursday.

It was not immediately clear why the USS Kitty Hawk aircraft carrier and its support vessels were barred Wednesday.”

[Cindy]

Note: The following text is a quote:

http://www.mnf-iraq.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=15399&Itemid=128

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
RELEASE No. 20071121-06
November 21, 2007

Iraqi Security Forces detain 81 suspected extremists, confiscate weapons caches
Multi-National Division – Central South PAO

CAMP ECHO, Iraq – Iraqi Security Forces, assisted by Coalition Forces, detained 81 suspected extremists and confiscated several weapons caches in Diwaniyah, Iraq, during Operation Lion Pounce Nov. 17 to 19.

Maj. Gen. Othman Ali Farhood, 8th Iraqi Army Div. Commander, outlined the successes of Lion Pounce in a press conference at Camp Echo, Iraq, Nov. 19.

“The northeast quarters of Diwaniyah, where the operation was conducted, were under control of criminal and militant groups,” General Farrod said.

He further highlighted the IA’s success by stating there have been no casualties or equipment damage associated with the operation to date.

Maj. Gen. Tadeusz Buk, Multi-National Division – Central South Commander, said Operation Lion Pounce was the first large-scale operation led by an Iraqi Army general (Farrod), who commanded not only IA Soldiers, but also Iraqi Police units.

“The results of the operation show that it was well-planned and prepared,” said General Buk.

Sheikh Hussein Al Bderi, Chairman of the Provincial Security Committee, highlighted sound cooperation between local government, Iraqi Security Forces and Coalition Forces as key to the operation’s success.

He added that new security stations will be built to maintain order and security in the region upon the operation’s completion.

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[Cindy]

http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/keyword?k=china

UPDATE:

Note: The following post is a quote:

http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1929231/posts

China Gives Late Approval for U.S. Aircraft Carrier to Enter Hong Kong for Thanksgiving
FOXNews.com ^ | Nove 22 2007 | Associated Press
Posted on 11/22/2007 12:37:54 AM PST by Berlin_Freeper

HONG KONG — China’s Foreign Ministry gave approval for U.S. Navy ships to spend Thursday’s Thanksgiving holiday in Hong Kong, hours after the warships were turned away.

Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Liu Jianchao said Beijing was allowing the aircraft carrier USS Kitty Hawk and the other ships in its strike group to enter Hong Kong on humanitarian grounds.

“We have decided to allow the Kitty Hawk strike group to stay in Hong Kong during Thanksgiving, and it is a decision out of humanitarian consideration only,” Liu told reporters at a regular media briefing. “China has informed the U.S. of this.”

(Excerpt) Read more at foxnews.com ...

[Cindy]

Off Topic:

http://www.saag.org/papers25/paper2470.html

Paper no. 2470
21-Nov.-2007

“Chinese Mobile Phone Services in North Myanmar”
By B. Raman

Note: “(The writer is Additional Secretary (retd), Cabinet Secretariat, Govt. of India, New Delhi, and, presently, Director, Institute For Topical Studies, Chennai. He is also associated with the Chennai Centre For China Studies. E-mail: seventyone2@gmail.com)”

[Cindy]

http://www.saag.org/papers25/paper2472.html

Paper no. 2472
22-Nov.-2007

“Sino-Indian Co-Operation in Counter-Terrorism-—an Update - International Terrorism Monitor—Paper No. 311”
By B. Raman

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Previously...

http://www.c3sindia.org/terrorismandsecurity/91/sino-indian-co-operation-in-counter-terrorism/

“Sino-Indian Co-operation In Counter-Terrorism”
c3s paper no. 15 dated May 25, 2007, by B.Raman

[Cindy]

http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/keyword?k=china

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http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20071122/NATION/111220068/1001

“China’s ‘arsenal’ spurs warnings”
By Bill Gertz
November 22, 2007

ARTICLE SNIPPET: “The U.S. military is vulnerable to China’s advanced war-fighting systems, including space weapons and computer attacks that would be used in a future conflict over Taiwan, according to a congressional commission”s report released yesterday.

The full report of the U.S.-China Economic and Security Review Commission also provides more details than the summary released last week, showing that China is engaged in a “large-scale industrial espionage campaign” with “scores” of cases involving spies seeking U.S. technology.”

[Cindy]

Note: If you are a jihadi, jihadi wannabe, or a jihad supporter; this message is for you:

(in English)
http://truthusa.com/a/index.php?topic=339.0

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Nota: Si usted es un jihadi, jihadi sus imitadores, una yihad o defensor; este mensaje es para usted:

(En español)
http://truthusa.com/a/index.php?topic=998.0

[Cindy]

Remember, if you see/hear something suspicious; pick up the phone and call your local law enforcement. If it is a crime in progress and/or an emergency, dial 9-1-1. Thank you.

The REPORT IT Resource Links: FBI.gov REWARDS FOR JUSTICE.net DHS.gov CYBERCRIME.gov

[Cindy]

http://www.fbi.gov/terrorinfo/terrorismsi.htm
FBI.gov: “SEEKING INFORMATION War On Terrorism”

http://www.fbi.gov/wanted/terrorists/fugitives.htm
FBI.gov: “MOST WANTED TERRORISTS”

http://www.rewardsforjustice.net
REWARDS FOR JUSTICE

http://www.rewardsforjustice.net/index.cfm?page=wanted_captured&language=english
REWARDS FOR JUSTICE: “Wanted Terrorists”

[Cindy]

Note: The following text is a quote:

https://www.osac.gov/Reports/report.cfm?contentID=76025

YOU ARE HERE: Home > Reports > Consular Affairs Bulletins > Report
Warden Message: Kuwait Harassment Incidents
CONSULAR AFFAIRS BULLETINS
Middle East / N. Africa - Kuwait
20 Nov 2007

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30 May 2007
APRIL 2007 NEWSLETTER
U.S. Embassy Kuwait released the following Warden Message on November 20:

The Embassy would like to highlight two recent incidents in Kuwait and recommend how to handle similar situations:

Incident 1 - Recently, an American spouse was at the Carrefour store at the Avenues Mall when she was harassed by an Arab male making inappropriate comments. The spouse departed the store to avoid the harassment and was followed by the man to her vehicle who tried to enter it. The spouse was not hurt during the attempted vehicle entry and the she departed the area.

Recommended action: In a case as this, attempt to contact the store management or security personnel or go to an area where there are cashiers or other patrons. Do not go to a location where there are no other people (the parking garage) or lead the individual to your vehicle.

Incident 2 - An American observed what appeared to be an Arab male harassing females walking. The American stopped his car to assist the women, which enraged the Arab male, who then chased him with his vehicle. The American was cut off by the Arab male, at which time the American exited his vehicle to engage in conversation. The Arab male reversed his vehicle and drove over the American, breaking his leg.

Recommended Action: Although the American acted with a great degree of chivalry, there is no upside to getting involved in a situation like this. It is better to report the behavior and location to the authorities, stay in your vehicle, get a license plate number and physical description of the vehicle and driver, and never attempt to engage the other party.

Here are several best practices you can use to help stay safe while living in Kuwait:

Keep your car windows closed and doors locked when driving, and always leave room to maneuver your vehicle in traffic, not allowing yourself to be blocked in.

Always let someone know your travel plans if you are traveling alone, including what time you expect to return and how they can reach you.

Carry your cell phone and keep it where it is quickly available (do not use it while driving).

Have several contact numbers pre-programmed into your phone so you can call in the event of an emergency. Dial 777 for Kuwaiti police and emergency services.

If confronted by a stranger while driving, remain in your vehicle; this will provide a considerable level of safety and mobility.

If you believe you are being followed, DO NOT DRIVE TO YOUR HOME; go to a safe area such as a police station or a public area such as a mall. Make noise and draw attention to yourself to ward off suspicious persons. On your next trip to a place you go frequently, take note of where you might go if you were being followed. Playing the “what if” game could save your life and will give you something to do while sitting in traffic.

If someone approaches you claiming to be a police officer, ask for identification. Even when shown ID, remain vigilant.

If told to go with someone to a police station, insist on going in your own car and following the officer. Use your mobile phone to call someone and tell them to meet you at the station; also provide the police car license number to your contact, especially if it is an unmarked vehicle.

It is important to remember most criminal or terrorist activity begins with some type of surveillance. This surveillance may last a few seconds (purse snatching) or months (planning an attack on a building). Pay attention to your surroundings at all times, especially when entering/exiting your vehicle. Mentally record license plate numbers and physical descriptions of suspicious persons or vehicles, and use your camera phone or digital camera if possible to document suspicious persons or vehicles in Kuwait. Common sense will go a long way to keep you safe. If a situation does not seem right, attempt to get away and call for help. Your personal security takes priority, but if you are safely able to record information of harassing or suspicious individuals, this can greatly aid investigative efforts.

For the latest security information, Americans living and traveling abroad should regularly monitor the Department of State’s Bureau of Consular Affairs Internet website at http://travel.state.gov, where the current Worldwide Caution, Consular Information Sheet for Bahrain, and Travel Warnings can be found. Up-to-date information on security can also be obtained by calling 1-888-407-4747 toll-free in the U.S. and Canada or, for callers outside the U.S. and Canada, a regular toll line at 1-202-501-4444. These numbers are available from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time, Monday through Friday (except U.S. federal holidays)

American citizens with any questions or concerns may telephone the Embassy at 259-1581, 259-1583 or 259-1240. In case of an emergency outside business hours, American citizens may reach the Embassy duty officer by calling 259-1001.

This message may be accessed on the Embassy website, http://kuwait.usembassy.gov
American citizens in Kuwait who would like to receive future Warden Messages from the Embassy directly by e-mail may sign up for this service by sending an e-mail to the following address: joinwardenmessagekuwait@mh.databack.com

American citizens residing and visiting in Kuwait who are not registered with the Embassy, or whose registration information has changed, are urged to register as soon as possible. They may now do so on-line at the Department of State, Bureau of Consular Affairs’ website at https://travelregistration.state.gov/ibrs/home.asp

American citizens also may register in person by coming with their passport to the American Citizen Services Unit, Consular Section, from 9 AM to 11 AM and from 1 PM to 3 PM on Sunday, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays; on Mondays from 1 PM to 3 PM; and on the first Sunday of each month from 5 PM to 7 PM.

Please note that the Consular Section is closed for American and most local holidays. The current list of holiday schedule for the year 2007, may be viewed via the link below: http://kuwait.usembassy.gov/holidays.html

[Cindy]

https://www.osac.gov/Reports/report.cfm?contentID=76031

YOU ARE HERE: Home > Reports > Consular Affairs Bulletins > Report
“Warden Message: Outbreak of Leptospirosis in Dominican Republic”
CONSULAR AFFAIRS BULLETINS
Americas - Dominican Republic
21 Nov 2007

[Cindy]

http://www.stabroeknews.com/index.pl/article_general_news?id=56533619

“Suriname beefs up security after alleged jailbreak plot surface”
Thursday, November 22nd 2007

ARTICLE SNIPPET: “Security around Suriname prisons was tightened last week following the discovery of alleged plans for a coordinated prison break and a string of other events to create chaos and destabilise the government, according to a Caribbean Net News report.

The report said the Ministry of Justice and the police reported that judicial authorities received “hard intelligence” about prison riots involving a score of hard criminals, including drug dealers, arms traffickers and murderers who, during the riots, would break out of detention.

Justice Minister Chandrikapersad Santokhi told reporters last week that the events were aimed at destabilising the government.

According to the reports authorities are said to be in possession of a list with the names of inmates who would be freed during the riots. However, it is unclear whether individuals outside the prisons were involved in the plot.”

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https://www.osac.gov/Reports/report.cfm?contentID=76033

YOU ARE HERE: Home > Reports > Consular Affairs Bulletins > Report
“Warden Message: Frequent Small Scale Demonstrations in Paramaribo”
CONSULAR AFFAIRS BULLETINS
Americas - Suriname
21 Nov 2007

[Cindy]

https://www.osac.gov/Reports/report.cfm?contentID=76027

YOU ARE HERE: Home > Reports > Consular Affairs Bulletins > Report
“Warden Message: Brussels Demonstrations November 24”
CONSULAR AFFAIRS BULLETINS
Europe - Belgium
21 Nov 2007

[Cindy]

http://www.serbianna.com/news/2007/02898.shtml

“Serbia: Muslim prosecutor arrested for using sex-slaves”
November 19, 2007
SERBIANNA

[Cindy]

http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1929234/posts

“Ga. court overturns restrictions on where sex offenders live [look our schools, day care centers]”
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution ^ | 11/21/07 | BILL RANKIN, RHONDA COOK
Posted on 11/22/2007 1:42:46 AM PST by Former Military Chick

SNIPPET: “The Georgia Supreme Court on Wednesday declared unconstitutional a provision of a 2006 state law that prohibits registered sex offenders from living within 1,000 feet of day care centers, schools, churches and other places where children congregate.”

[Cindy]

PERSECUTION.ORG
http://www.persecution.org