Monday, June 7, 2010

Yemeni Authorities hold 12 Americans suspected of terrorism

As part of an anti-terrorist sweep, Yemeni authorities has taken a dozen Americans into custody. According to NPR, part of the operation was done at the request of U.S. authorities. There were a number of foreigners in Yemen who claimed to be studying Arabic but were actually trying to Al-Qaida in Yemen. The exact number of people caught up in the sweep is unclear, but it is known that at least 12 Americans were taken. U.S. officials worry that Yemen may become the next stage for significant Terrorist activity. The group of Al-Qaida in Yemen has been gaining strength steadily since 2006. It is said that several of the detainees had links to the Nigerian man who attempted to blow up a Detroit-bound airliner in December. The man was apparently trained by Al-Qaida in Yemen.

Submitted by:
Madelyn Higdon

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