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Al Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula

Experts: Saudis Played Huge Role In Foiled Al-Qaeda Underwear Bomb Plot

“I will say this is one of the most sophisticated and successful intelligence operations that I’ve been aware of,” said House Homeland Security Committee Chairman Peter King.

2012/05/09

Officials: Would-Be Al-Qaeda Bomber Was Double Agent Loyal To U.S.

Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula trained in the desert but was planning on blowing up a U.S.-bound jet. However, the plot was undone by a man they thought was one of their own, CBS News has learned.

2012/05/08

Samir Khan is seen in 2008 (credit: AP Photo/WBTV)

Rep. Peter King: Al Qaeda Extremist Had Long Island Connection

Stunned residents remember the extremist killed in last week’s U.S. drone strike as a former neighbor who “fit right in.” He lived in the area for 10 years with his parents, brother and sister, and attended a local mosque.

2011/10/07

File - This October 2008 file photo by Muhammad ud-Deen shows Imam Anwar al-Awlaki in Yemen. (credit: AP Photo/Muhammad ud-Deen, File)

Travel Warning Follows Killing Of Anwar al-Awlaki

The State Department is warning the public that supporters of the American-born cleric Anwar al-Awlaki may try to retaliate following Friday’s military strike that killed the al-Qaeda recruiter and propagandist.

2011/10/02

Kelly: NYC Remains ‘Alert’ After Killing Of American Born Cleric Anwar al-Awlaki

Kelly said Samir Khan, who was also killed in the attack, had extensive contacts in New York City and published the English language Inspire Magazine, which in its most recent issue identified Grand Central Station as a target.

2011/09/30