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Bin Laden Said to 'Own' The Taliban
Washinton Post ^ | Thursday, October 11, 2001; Page A1 | By Bob Woodward

Posted on 10/10/2001 8:31:25 PM PDT by Texaggie79

Edited on 09/03/2002 4:49:25 AM PDT by Jim Robinson. [history]

Osama bin Laden has provided an estimated $100 million in cash and military assistance to the ruling Taliban in Afghanistan over the last five years, making bin Laden the single greatest supporter of the Afghan regime, according to intelligence information presented recently to President Bush and his senior national security advisers.


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I already know what you Lewser Rockwell FReepers will say, so don't.
1 posted on 10/10/2001 8:31:25 PM PDT by Texaggie79
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To: Texaggie79
Like we needed Bob Woodward to tell us that. And at this late date even.
2 posted on 10/10/2001 9:15:48 PM PDT by tallhappy
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To: Texaggie79
Bin Laden to the Taliban: "All your base belong to me!"
3 posted on 10/10/2001 9:19:17 PM PDT by Clinton's a rapist
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