Posted on 04/01/2008 8:13:21 PM PDT by nwctwx
Thank you for the ping.
http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/uk/crime/article3648904.ece
March 31, 2008
“Convicted Islamist terrorists exploiting growing prison gang culture”
Richard Ford, Home Correspondent
ARTICLE SNIPPET: “The document, The National Commission Plan 2008/2009, admits that the Prison Service currently has no specific programmes aimed at the risk posed by extremism within top-security jails.
“There is an urgent requirement to understand the custodial behaviour of this group of offenders and its potential impact on other prisoners,” the paper says.
Last year jail watchdogs gave warning of the effect of an influx of rival groups schooled in gun and gang culture.
There are more than 130 terrorist prisoners in England and Wales, including 113 category A prisoners. A Whitehall document released in November said that the number of terrorist prisoners is projected to rise to 1,600 by 2016-17.”
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http://www.mnf-iraq.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=18027&Itemid=128
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
RELEASE No. 20080401-10
March 31, 2008
Iraqi Army Brigade unilateral operation nets al-Qaeda in Iraq, sizeable cache
Multi-National Division – North PAO
KIRKUK, Iraq – The 15th Iraqi Army Brigade detained 12 enemy personnel during an intelligence-driven operation in Hafriyah, southeast of Kirkuk, Iraq, March 31.
During an IA brigade unilateral operation, Iraqi Army soldiers conducted a cordon and search to capture or kill the Al Qaeda in Iraq cell responsible for the March 23 attack on 3rd Battalion, 15th Iraqi Army Brigade, 4th Iraqi Army Division.
The 15th Iraqi Army Brigade also discovered a cache during the operation that contained 400 30mm rounds, 83 57mm rockets, seven propane tanks, six blocks of C-4, 25 250-pound bombs and five 130mm projectiles as well as numerous small arms weapons and bomb-making materials.
“The safety of the Iraqi people depends on how fast CF and IA find these caches and thus far they have proven very efficient and effective at doing so,” said Maj. Dan Meyers, a U.S. military spokesman in northern Iraq.
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https://www.osac.gov/Reports/report.cfm?contentID=82176
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Warden Message: Zamboanga City (Philippines) Kidnapping Threat
CONSULAR AFFAIRS BULLETINS
East Asia / Pacific - Philippines
1 Apr 2008
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RELATED REPORTS
13 Feb 2008
TRAVEL WARNING: PHILIPPINES
1 Jan 2008
PHILIPPINES REBELS ATTACK FOREIGN MINING COMPANY
30 Nov 2007
MANILA LUXURY HOTEL STANDOFF
24 Oct 2007
MANILA EXPLOSION UPDATE AND SURVEY RESULTS
19 Oct 2007
MANILA FINANCIAL DISTRICT EXPLOSION KILLS EIGHT
U.S. Embassy Manila released the following Warden Message on April 1:
The U.S. Embassy has received information that extremist elements may be planning to kidnap Americans or other foreigners at hotels or other public places in the Zamboanga City area.
Americans living or traveling in the Philippines are encouraged to register with the U.S. Embassy through the State Department’s travel registration website, http://travelregistration.state.gov so that they can obtain updated information on travel and security within the Philippines.
For the latest security information, Americans traveling abroad should regularly monitor the Department’s Internet website at http://travel.state.gov, where the current Worldwide Caution, the Philippines specific information, travel warnings, and other travel alerts can be found. Up-to-date information on security can also be obtained 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. These numbers are available from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time, Monday through Friday (except U.S. federal holidays).
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https://www.osac.gov/Reports/report.cfm?contentID=82214
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Warden Message: Chad Rebel Activity in the East
CONSULAR AFFAIRS BULLETINS
Sub-Saharan Africa - Chad
1 Apr 2008
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RELATED REPORTS
25 Mar 2008
TRAVEL WARNING: CHAD
21 Mar 2008
WARDEN MESSAGE: CHAD REPORTS MARCH 21 DEMONSTRATION
17 Mar 2008
WARDEN MESSAGE: CHAD LIFTS STATE OF EMERGENCY; CONTINUED CAUTION ADVISED
17 Mar 2008
CHAD 2008 CRIME & SAFETY REPORT
13 Mar 2008
WARDEN MESSAGE: REBELS ENTER EASTERN CHAD
U.S. Embassy N’Djamena issued the following Warden Message on April 1, 2008:
On April 1, 2008, the Prime Minister summoned the diplomatic corps to issue a statement demanding that the Sudanese stop its aggression into Chad. The government of Chad was particularly concerned about reports of an attack in Ade, 68 kilometers from the Chad/Sudan border. All Americans in Chad should be prepared to implement their personal evacuation plans on short notice and are reminded that the U.S. Embassy can not guarantee the same options and level of evacuation assistance that existed in February should the situation again deteriorate.
Separately, the Department issued its revised Country Specific Information for Chad to update sections on Country Description, and Medical Facilities and Health Information.
American citizens outside the country are advised not to travel to Chad, in accordance with the latest Travel Warning for Chad. American citizens are strongly encouraged to register at the Embassy’s consular section on Avenue Felix Eboue, or by Internet at https://travelregistration.state.gov. Office hours for American citizens are Monday through Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and Fridays from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon. If you have previously registered but have changed any contact information, please be sure to notify the Embassy promptly of any changes. Visa services have been suspended until further notice, but American citizen services are available. American citizens who decide to remain in Chad should closely monitor news media and the U.S. Embassy’s website. American citizens in Chad are urged to keep family and friends in the United States apprised of their whereabouts. Please encourage all Americans with whom you come in contact to register with the U.S. Embassy by completing a registration form online at https://travelregistration.state.gov and provide contact information and specific travel data if traveling outside the capital.
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, Travel Warning for Chad and Country Specific Information for Chad 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)
The U.S. Embassy in Chad can be reached at; 251-6211; 251-9052 or 251-9233; the after hours emergency number is (235) 251-7009. The Consular Officer’s cellular phone number is (235) 652-2416. In the event that telecommunications in Chad become inoperable an Officer may be reached through the Cameroonian number: (237) 941-5-7608. The Embassy’s web site, which includes consular information and the most recent messages to the American community in Chad is http://ndjamena.usembassy.gov/.
http://travel.state.gov/travel/cis_pa_tw/pa/pa_1161.html
“Worldwide Caution”
January 17, 2008
SNIPPET: “This Worldwide Caution updates information on the continuing threat of terrorist actions and violence against Americans and interests throughout the world. American citizens are reminded to maintain a high level of vigilance and to take appropriate steps to increase their security awareness.”
http://www.truthusa.com/IRAN.html
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http://www.frontpagemag.com/Articles/Read.aspx?GUID=AF0B4DEF-83B4-400A-B65E-4B577FD4FB4B
“The Iranian Web of Influence in the United States”
By Hassan Daioleslam
FrontPageMagazine.com | Wednesday, April 02, 2008
http://www.frontpagemag.com/Articles/Read.aspx?GUID=EAD2247B-2AB9-46A3-9F67-7B0FD86794F1
“Spies Like Us”
By Bill Steigerwald
FrontPageMagazine.com | Wednesday, April 02, 2008
INTERNVIEW SNIPPET: “Q: Does Mr. Tretyakov say this kind of espionage continues?
A: Oh, absolutely. Oh, absolutely. He ran more than 60 SVR officers in the U.N. His statement today is that if you can’t find someone who will spy for you at the U.N., then you need to be shipped home because it’s a fertile ground for recruiting spies.”
http://www.treas.gov/press/releases/hp898.htm
April 1, 2008
HP-898
“Under Secretary for Terrorism and
Financial Intelligence Stuart Levey
Testimony Before the Senate Committee on Finance”
Washington
Count, that looks like an exact copy of the same report you posted a couple of weeks ago.
And those Strike Groups don’t just drive around in circles.
...things that make you say “Hmmmmmm”.......
Thanks for the ping. Going back to read some of the links.
He has as arraignment hearing this morning.
http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,344668,00.html
Explosive Materials Found in Man’s Luggage at Orlando Airport
Wednesday, April 02, 2008
ORLANDO, Fla. — A man was detained Tuesday at Orlando International Airport carrying materials in his luggage that could have been used for an explosive device, the FBI said on Tuesday.
Jamaican national Kevin Brown, 32, planned to board Air Jamaica flight 80 to Jamaica, until he was questioned by airport authorities, the FBI said in a statement.
A subsequent search of Browns checked baggage by airport authorities revealed two galvanized pipes, end caps, two small containers containing BBs, batteries, two containers with an unknown liquid, laptop, and bomb making literature, according to the FBI.
According to MyFOXOrlando.com, several ticket counters in the area were closed and a portion of the terminal roped off while members of the bomb squad searched the Brown’s bags. He was taken into custody and turned over to the FBI.
A total of 11 flights were delayed including the Air Jamaica flight Brown originally planned to fly. After passengers were re-screened the flight was able to depart for Montego Bay about two hours late, MyFOXOrlando reports.
The TSA confirmed that a bomb squad was at the scene.
U.S. Rep. John Mica, a Florida Republican who was briefed on the incident, said, “He did have within his luggage components of materials that could have been used for an explosive device.”
Mica says Brown possessed “some components where some serious damage could be done.”
“The outstanding thing about this,” Mica told MyFOXOrlando, “is mechanisms which were put in place that were shifted out to a behavior analyses program. Based on the initial information I have is it appears that this worked very well in detecting someone who did pose a threat.”
Mica would not go so far as do call the incident a terrorist act. He did however say that it was very disturbing.
“From what I understand,” Mica said. “And what was described, if it’s confirmed, this posed a very serious threat to aviation security.”
Ping
http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,345009,00.html
Diplomats: China Has Provided IAEA With Intelligence on Iran’s Nuke Program
Wednesday, April 02, 2008
VIENNA, Austria — Diplomats say that China has given the U.N. nuclear watchdog intelligence linked to Tehran’s alleged attempts to make nuclear arms.
The development is surprising because Beijing, along with Moscow, has opposed U.S.-led attempts to impose harsh penalties on Tehran over its nuclear defiance of the U.N. Security Council. The diplomats spoke to The Associated Press earlier this week and Wednesday. They asked for anonymity because their information is confidential.
Follow-up Mookie backs down -
The withdrawal of Mookie’s Sadr forces does seem to have a down side - that is that the Iraqi isn’t quite ready to challenge its more significant opponent and take it down with overwhelming power - at least not with out a bloody, drag out battle. However, the quick application of Air power turned the tide. Now just have to rebuild the character of the Iraqi forces so they don’t buckle under agressive defensive measures Sadr’s forces were able to bring.
http://www.foxnews.com/urgent_queue/index.html#49e2a08e,2008-04-02
Long Beach Harbor-Poss Anthrax Contamination-Unconfirmed
Wednesday, Apr. 02 2008
Per CNS: That hazardous-materials response to Pier T in the Long BeachHarbor involves an UNCONFIRMED report that a cargo container on a truck may becontaminated with anthrax, according to Long Beach Fire Department BattalionChief Frank Hayes. The unconfirmed report came in about 10:30 a.m., and thecontainer has been taken to a remote area while crews work to determine itscontents, Hayes says. No injuries have been reported, and there have been noevacuations, although people are being kept away from the area, Hayes says
BREAKING!!!!
Fox is reporting that the container came with a letter
a gift from UBL.
Graffiti on container says, “Anthrax a gift from Osama”
http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,345328,00.html
California Hazmat Team Inspects Cargo Container Reading ‘Anthrax a Gift From Osama’
Wednesday, April 02, 2008
LONG BEACH, Calif. — A cargo container inscribed with the words “Anthrax a gift from Osama” on Wednesday caused the closure of an area near the Port of Long Beach as officials prepared to search the item, the Press-Telegram reports.
The Long Beach Fire Department, U.S. Coast Guard and Long Beach police were on the scene and keeping people away from the area as hazardous materials crews got ready to inspect the suspicious container, Fire Department Battalion Chief Frank Hayes said in the story.
A security guard noticed the writing on the container, which was being carried by a non-English-speaking driver who had picked it up and allegedly opened it, finding no cargo inside, the story says.
They are saying it is an empty container.
“Jamaican national Kevin Brown, 32...”
Thank you for the update, drymans wife.
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