Al-Qaeda
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Afghanistan
US Intelligence: Al-Qaeda and ISIS Remain Top Threats to American Interests
DID Press: US intelligence community has identified Al-Qaeda and Islamic State as the most significant threats to American interests, according to its latest annual assessment. The report says both groups are attempting to rebuild operational capabilities by exploiting political instability…
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Government
Former MI6 Spy Warns of Serious Risk of Sep/11-Style Attack in Britain
DID Press: A former al-Qaeda member and ex-agent for Britain’s Secret Intelligence Service (MI6) has warned that a terrorist attack similar to the September 11 attacks or the July 7 London bombings can occur in the UK at any time,…
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Afghanistan
Taliban–US Deal Secures Release of Key Guantanamo Prisoner
DID Press: In its latest diplomatic success, Taliban has reportedly persuaded the CIA to alter its stance on Mohammad Rahim al-Afghani, one of Guantanamo Bay’s most high-profile detainees. After months of negotiations between Taliban representatives and U.S. officials, Mohammad Rahim…
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Afghanistan
Al-Qaeda Releases Propaganda Praising Taliban
DID Press: Al-Qaeda’s media wing, As-Sahab, has released a new video ahead of 24th anniversary of September 11 attacks, portraying Taliban’s takeover of Afghanistan as the outcome of a “joint struggle” between the two groups. The 62-minute film, part of…
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Region
US seeking new Al-Qaeda leader with $10 million reward
DID Press: US State Department announced a $10 million reward for information on “Saad bin Atef Al-Awlaki,” the new Al-Qaeda leader in Yemen. The US has set a $10 million reward for any information on the location or activities of…
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