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  • The news that al Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula nearly blew up a US aircraft last week is a reminder of its continuing strength.
  • The anniversary of bin Laden’s death last week focused attention briefly on the continued threat posed by al Qaeda Central. But what about al Qaeda's franchises elsewhere, like al Shabaab in Somalia? The viability of the threat these groups pose to the U.S. deserves more careful consideration than it has received.
  • Pakistani Prime Minister Yousaf Raza Gilani became a convicted felon last week, sparking loud cries from opposition leaders for his resignation. But what does his conviction really mean for Pakistani politics?
  • The crisis in Yemen has escalated and may be on the brink of civil war. Regular analysis of the situation and an updated map of Sana'a will keep you apprised of the latest developments.

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Al Qaeda’s Yemen-based Affiliate is Alive and Well

The news that al Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula nearly blew up a US aircraft last week is a reminder of its continuing strength.

Al Shabaab in Decline?

The anniversary of bin Laden’s death last week focused attention briefly on the continued threat posed by al Qaeda Central. But what about al Qaeda's franchises elsewhere, like al Shabaab in Somalia? The viability of the threat these groups pose to the U.S. deserves more careful consideration than it has received.

Pakistan's Federal Felon

Pakistani Prime Minister Yousaf Raza Gilani became a convicted felon last week, sparking loud cries from opposition leaders for his resignation. But what does his conviction really mean for Pakistani politics?

Yemen Crisis Situation Reports

The crisis in Yemen has escalated and may be on the brink of civil war. Regular analysis of the situation and an updated map of Sana'a will keep you apprised of the latest developments.

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Daily News Brief

Iran News Round Up

  • Iran’s Quds Force chief Suleimani warns Hezbollah against preemptive strike on Israel; analyst gives six reasons Israel unlikely to attack Iran; Islamic Propagation Council calls on Iranians to protest Saudi-Bahrain union plan; oil minister refutes report on Iran’s declining oil export

Pakistan Security Brief

  • Pakistan's Defence Committee of the Cabinet approves reopening of NATO supply route; Pakistan to "continue to press" U.S. for apology; NATO likely to pay Pakistan $365 million annually for use of supply route; President Zardari to attend NATO summit in Chicago; TTP releases video of Bannu jailbreak; Six MQM activists killed in Karachi in past 24 hours; Remote controlled bomb targets police mobile in Balochistan; Former ISI chief says he was ordered to rig 1990 parliamentary elections; Iran-Pakistan barter agreement delayed; Peshawar High Court to hear "92 missing persons cases.”

Gulf of Aden Security Review

  • Yemen: Yemen army and tribesmen clash with Ansar al Sharia in Zinjibar and Lawder; U.S. Executive Order to freeze assets of those inhibiting political transition; al Qaeda’s leader urges Yemenis to continue their revolution; foreign ambassadors seek support of Yemeni presidential decrees. Horn of Africa: Assailants carry out hand grenade attack at Mombasa nightclub; al Shabaab militants raid Elbur and Garbaharey in separate attacks; unknown gunmen assassinate TFG official in Baidoa; three al Shabaab suspects arrested in Dhobley; American ambassador to the UN affirms importance of political transition in Somalia; al Shabaab releases 15 communiqués detailing the group’s attacks and activities.