Iraq Set to Hang “Chemical Ali”
February 29, 2008
After lengthy debate over the fate of three men, Iraq’s presidency council, whose members consist of President Jalal Talabani and two deputies, have approved plans to execute Ali Hassan al-Majeed, commonly referred to as “Chemical Ali.” Read more
“Osama bin London” and Co-conspirators Found Guilty
February 26, 2008
A 50-year-old UK citizen and three of his followers have been found guilty on various counts, including organizing terrorist training camps and encouraging others to commit murder. Mohammed Hamid, who has dubbed himself “Osama bin London,” has been described as a Muslim “street preacher” who conducted terrorist camp-style training in locations across the island of Great Britain. Read more
Trial of 6 Guantanamo Detainees Becomes the Subject of Scrutiny
February 12, 2008
Since the Pentagon announced plans to prosecute six men suspected of planning and implementing the terror attacks that occurred on September 11, everyone from the UK’s foreign secretary to the 2008 presidential candidates are weighing in on the subject. Read more
Troubled Relationships Hamper the Fight to Save Afghanistan
February 7, 2008
Tensions between the U.S. & U.K. and their European allies have created grave concerns about the future of the Afghan nation. The problem is centered on Afghanistan’s troubled southern region, where, according to General Daniel McNeill, “the fight against Taliban resistance has been increasingly deadly, and the Europeans have balked” Read more
Former Congressman Indicted in Terrorism Conspiracy
January 17, 2008
Mark D. Siljander, a former Congressman from Michigan (1981-1987) and delegate to the United Nations, was indicted today on charges of money laundering, conspiracy, and obstruction of justice in connection with terrorist activities. Read more
Benazir Bhutto Assassinated
December 27, 2007
Pakistan’s former Prime Minister – the first woman to become prime minister of a Muslim country – was assassinated today in the city of Rawalpindi. Read more
Developments in Iraq
December 18, 2007
Turkish Troops Cross the Border
About 300 Turkish troops have crossed into northern Iraq. Turkish officials claim that Kurds in the region are responsible for mounting attacks on Turkish soil. Read more
Iranian Dissident Disputes NIE Report
December 11, 2007
“The NIE was only partly right,” says Alireza Jafarzadeh, an Iranian dissident currently based out of the U.S. “The weaponization program is alive, is active, and has been resumed since 2004.” Read more
New Developments in Iraq
November 14, 2007
Muqtada al-Sadr, a Shiite cleric and leader of the Mahdi Army militia in Iraq, has sent deputies to speak with General David Petraeus, the top U.S. commander in Iraq. The meeting comes in the wake of al-Sadr declaring a cease fire back in August. Read more
Is the U.S.’s Relationship with North Korea Starting to Thaw?
November 13, 2007
Last week the U.S.S. James E. Williams, a U.S. Naval destroyer, came to the assistance of a North Korean vessel that was being attacked by Somali pirates. The North Korean government expressed its gratitude on Thursday: “We feel grateful to the United States for its assistance given to our crewmen.” Read more
