Friday, April 19, 2013

Major Al Qaeda Terror Bust In The United Arab Emirates

UAE Arrests Al-Qaida-Linked 'Terrorist Cell' -- Voice of America

Authorities in the United Arab Emirates have arrested seven people they say are part of an al-Qaida-linked terrorist cell.

The official WAM news agency said Thursday the group was "planning to carry out acts" in the UAE, as well as to recruit others and promote al-Qaida.

It said the seven people arrested were of "Arab nationalities" but did not give additional details.

The statement also said the group was providing money and logistical support to help al-Qaida further its activities in the region.


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More News On The UAE Busting An Al-Qaida Linked 'Terrorist Cell'

UAE says it has arrested plotters linked to al Qaeda -- Reuters
United Arab Emirates arrests 'al-Qaeda terror suspects' -- BBC
Emirates Said to Seize Qaeda Supporters -- New York Times
United Arab Emirates arrests suspected members of al-Qaida ‘terrorist cell’ -- Washington Post/AP
7 terror cell suspects arrested in UAE -- CNN

My Comment: More evidence that Al Qaeda and their supporters are far from "dead".

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