Osama Bin Laden is appearing again in the media. Rather than another sadistic terrorist plot, he this time is seeking assistance and compassion for flood victims of Pakistan. This comes as ironic as it is just over 9 years ago since the heartless leader of Al Qaeda orchestrated a disastrous attack on U.S. soil. It is estimated that since the attacks back in 2001, Bin Laden has released some 30 messages via either tape or electronic text . These messages range from thin threats of hostility to bragging of past plots, nevertheless this is the first time he has seeked compassion. Analysts believe the since the attacks of September 11, Bin Laden views himself as an influential leader. It is also believed that these requests for aid stem from Bin Ladens early lifestyle as a farmer in Sudan. He continually references climate change as being the primary cause of the flooding. Bin Laden still partakes in Al Qaeda strategies and it is believed that he may still pose a threat to the United States. General David A. Petraeus, the head commander in Afghanastan, stated “I think capturing or killing Osama bin Laden is still a very, very important task for all of those who are engaged in counterterrorism around the world." However one of the main difficulties in this "destroy Bin Laden" campaign is the fact that little is known as to his actual whereabouts.
http://www.nytimes.com/2010/10/03/world/asia/03binladen.html?_r=1&ref=world
Andrew Gates
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