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FBI Steps Up Search For Missing Tanker
Nov 10, 2004 11:12 pm US/Eastern
There are new fears of possible terrorism involving a missing gasoline tanker trailer. The tanker was stolen from Pennsauken, New Jersey, seven months ago. Now, as CBS 3’s Tamsen Fadal explains, the Federal Bureau of Investigation is stepping up its efforts once again to find the tanker.
Tanker trailers drive the roads across America every single day and are usually directly next to us on the highway although sometimes we never even notice them. As a result, the FBI is asking the public to be more aware as the stolen tanker has been missing since April. Now, terrorism experts are hoping it hasn't fallen into the wrong hands.
Fadal reports the trucks can haul thousands of gallons of fuel, hazardous materials or chemicals.
Gasoline tanker-trucks have been used by terrorists in the middle east for almost a decade and now American experts fear the trucks turned bombs could soon be used here.
That is why both the FBI and terrorism expert Dr. Stephen Gale are concerned that a gasoline tank trailer has gone missing from Pennsauken, New Jersey: “Most of them are unnoticeable and unnoticed on the road. This area is filled with major sources of chemicals that could be used and transported for any kinds of terrorist attack.”
Fadal reports the truck was stolen from TK Transport, a truck lot, seven months ago.
“It's very odd for a tanker to be stolen and as you are aware, a tanker can be used as a vehicle to carry explosives or explosive material,” said FBI Spokesperson Jerri Williams.
Which is precisely why the FBI is asking the public for help.
“We believe it could be in an abandoned warehouse or a barn and we want people to look out for it. We are not going to stop until we find it.”
In the meantime, Fadal reports the missing tanker trailer could still bear the markings "TK Transport" on both sides of the tank.
Anyone with information on the trucks whereabouts is urged to immediately contact the FBI.
http://kyw.com/Local%20News/local_story_316001720.html
Thanks so much, Cindy.
Between my husband and my son, it seems as if one of them is always out of country for our business. I stay in a constant state of concern and prayer for their safety.
There are many things I know, there are many things I have lived......but the World Wide Web often baffles this 62 year old granny.
I thank you again for your updates and input. You are a "pearl begond price" on this thread.
I notice the step up to find this thing comes on the heel of the disappearing propane tanks.
they say he died 3:30 a.m. 11/9 Paris time.
You're welcome RR.
Prayer is powerful.
Okay.
Time zones confuse me easily.
Mr. RR is now in China. It's tomorrow there.
I give up.
What's the latest on the new storm brewing in the Caribbean?
Have relatives in P-Cola. You guys have had more than anyone should have to bear. (You are in Florida, aren't you?)
INTERNATIONAL NEWS ANALYSIS TODAY by Toby Westerman: "PUTIN: THE 'GREAT DICTATOR FROM THE NORTH?'"
http://www.inatoday.com/putin%20dual%20citizenship%20111004.htm
Did you hear what they did to the Young Republicans on the SF campus?
She did go for that visit following her husband, posted once or twice and then nada
thanks grizz! Was just going to look!
And I was following a wonderful thread on IH about Pooh's morose friend and the consequences of his actions. I don't think I'll be joining that discussion any time soon.
it all feels so planned...
they say he died 3:30 a.m. 11/9 Paris time.
11/9? That's two days ago.
I think he meant 11/11
Probably. Just wanted to be sure.
Hamas Seeks More Power after Arafat
http://www.novinite.com/view_news.php?id=41387
An observer of the Middle East for three decades, Professor Jean-Robert Leguey-Feilleux is a nationally recognized expert on terrorism, international law, diplomacy and Middle East policy. Born in Marseilles, France, he is now teaching Political Sciences in the St Louis University, USA.
Prof Leguey-Feilleux talked to Novinite.com editor Ivelina Puhaleva about the future of the Middle East after the death of Palestinian leader Yasser Arafat.
Q: How would Arafat's absence affect the Middle East?
A: Arafat is a symbol of Palestinian nationalism and Palestinian independence. The Palestinian people will see his death as a grievous loss. In terms of practical politics, it must be recognized that Arafat's power has seriously decreased over the last three years. The Oslo process did not produce the expected results.
With the arrival of Ariel Sharon, much of what was accomplished in the peace negotiations was undone. The Israeli military is in charge and Arafat became a virtual prisoner in Ramallah. Thus, a policy of negotiation with Israel lost popular credibility and Hamas' violence was increasingly seen as the only meaningful alternative.
Q: Who is likely to succeed Arafat in the Palestinian Authority (PA)?
A: Under the PA basic law, the Speaker of Parliament, Rawhi Fattoub, is in charge until the next elections, which are to be held two months later. In fact, Fattoub joined Abbas and Qurei on their mission to Paris to ascertain Arafat's medical condition. But Fattoub is not widely known among the Palestinians and has no political base.
Q: How will political power be rearranged upon Arafat's death?
A: A struggle for power is obviously already under way. This may have destabilizing consequences among Palestinians. Mahmoud Abbas (Abu Mazen) was very close to Arafat and would be a very capable President, if elected. He negotiated the Oslo agreement and signed it for Arafat.
But he does not have Arafat's political savvy. He does not support terrorism. He is strongly committed to Palestinian independence and in this regard can be viewed as a tough negotiator. But will the Palestinian people trust him? Ahmed Qurei (Abu Ala), the current Prime Minister was also very close to Arafat, conducted the early part of the Oslo negotiations before Abbas was sent to Oslo.
Probably does not have the stature of Abbas. Even as prime minister, Arafat remained in charge. Does he have a political following of his own? Probably not.
And what about Hamas? They are not going to take the succession sitting down. Hamas will remain the vanguard of the violent revolution. They undoubtedly want to affect the succession. They may negotiate with the Arafat associates to have greater power in the future PA system.
Q: What would be the impact of Arafat's death on the Middle East?
A: Then PLO will have to select its next leader. Who will the PLO Council select? Al Fatah (Arafat's own movement) remains the main movement in the PLO. Who will Al Fatah choose as its new leader? It is too early to tell who will come forward. Hamas, of course, has long been the enemy of the PLO.
It is possible that whoever is selected to be President of the PA will be in a commanding position to head Al-Fatah and the PLO.
Whoever is selected to head the PA will be accepted by Middle East nations as representing the Palestinian people (unless the electoral process us tempered with by Israel or the United States). Abbas would probably do well in relating to the rest of the Arab world.
Q: What does it mean for the future of the Palestinian cause? Challenges, which lie ahead?
A: Much depends upon whether the Israelis want to seize the moment and negotiate a meaningful agreement with the Palestinians. Ariel Sharon is the least likely leader to do it. If Jerusalem remains non-negotiable, an agreement is unlikely.
If the settlements cannot be touched, how can there be a viable Palestinian state? Negotiations can be undertaken, but their outcome remains unpromising. The Palestinians, of course, are not about to abandon their quest for independence. In the absence of a peace settlement terrorist attacks against Israel will continue.
The turkey is in the oven and by this time tomorrow it will be leftovers. Made a cherry pie and a pumpkin pie today and by the time my youngest son and his wife get here tomorrow, it will time for an early Thanksgiving dinner. I then get to do it all over again for my other son and his wife and children on the REAL Thanksgiving. How lucky is that? Will miss my FReeper friends for a few days, but it is family first that matters. You'll probably be on a new thread by the time I get to play catch-up here :)
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