September 2009 Security News

Raytheon Delivers Advanced SUV-based Radiation Detection System to Florida Raytheon 30 Sep 2009 -- Raytheon Company (NYSE: RTN) delivered its Mobile Nuclear Radiation Detection System (MNRDS) to Florida's Department of Transportation.
Senate Panel Says Terrorism Threat to US Remains VOA 30 Sep 2009 -- Senate Homeland Security and Government Affairs Committee has taken up the issue of the terrorist threat to the US.
Italian Prosecutor Urges Prison for Americans in CIA Case VOA 30 Sep 2009 -- An Italian prosecutor has urged a court in Milan to convict and sentence 26 U.S. intelligence operatives.
Heavy Security Planned for China's Anniversary Celebration VOA 30 Sep 2009 -- China is gearing up to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the founding of the modern Communist state.
NORAD Fighters Escort Troubled Aircraft AFPS 30 Sep 2009 -- Two F-16 fighter jets intercepted a civilian aircraft and escorted it and its unconscious pilot until they crashed.
Joint maritime threat working group convenes at Kunsan AFNS 30 Sep 2009 -- More than 30 South Korean and American law enforcement agents met at Kunsan Air Base Sept. 3 for a joint forces maritime threat working group.
Hawaii Guard deploys after tsunami hits American Samoa AFNS 30 Sep 2009 -- About 90 Hawaii National Guard members aboard two C-17 Globemaster IIIs are on their way to American Samoa.
Military Provides Rescue, Humanitarian Support in Pacific AFPS 30 Sep 2009 -- Hawaii Air National Guard and USS Ingraham headed to American Samoa to support rescue and humanitarian relief there.
DHS-IAIP Daily Open Source Infrastructure Report 30 Sep 2009 [PDF]
US Terror Suspect Zazi Pleads Not Guilty VOA 29 Sep 2009 -- Najibullah Zazi, has pleaded not guilty in a New York federal court to charges of conspiracy to use weapons of mass destruction.
Independent UN probe into Bhutto killing concludes 2nd visit to Pakistan UN News Centre 29 Sep 2009 -- Members of commission completed their second visit to Pakistan.
Chavez, Gadhafi Call for Change in Definition of Terrorism VOA 29 Sep 2009 -- The leaders of Venezuela and Libya are calling for a new global definition of terrorism.
UN reviews efforts to keep nuclear weapons out of terrorists' hands UN News Centre 29 Sep 2009 -- Comprehensive review of UN efforts to prevent nuclear, biological, chemical and other weapons of mass destruction from falling into the hands of terrorists opens.
Swine flu cases confirmed in Russia's Kaliningrad RIA Novosti 29 Sep 2009 -- Nine pupils in Russia's Baltic exclave of Kaliningrad were confirmed as suffering from swine flu.
Space Command boss talks of space, cyber connection AFNS 29 Sep 2009 -- Leader of the Air Force Space community: Space and cyberspace are integrally connected.
Domestic Operations conference a 'historic collaboration' for Air Guard AFNS 29 Sep 2009 -- Arrest of several individuals involved in an alleged terrorist plot is a pressing reason to fulfill domestic mission requirements.
Air Force security forces, DOD police collaborate to keep joint base secure AFNS 29 Sep 2009 -- DoD police at Naval Air Engeneering Station Lakehurst and Fort Dix will merge into the Air Force security forces squadron at McGuire Air Force Base.
JSOTF-P Assists in Rescue Efforts During Manila Flooding Navy NewsStand 29 Sep 2009 -- Members of JSOTF-P assisted the Armed Forces of the Philippines with the rescue of 52 people affected by massive flooding.
DHS-IAIP Daily Open Source Infrastructure Report 29 Sep 2009 [PDF]
Egyptian Swine Flu Polices Under Scrutiny VOA 28 Sep 2009 -- With the global concern over the H1N1 swine flu virus rising, some tourists are finding themselves inside a quarantine cell.
Swine flu peak is yet to come - expert RIA Novosti 28 Sep 2009 -- Interviews with Dr. Lobova, Ph.D. (Medicine), Academic Secretary of North-West Department of the Russian Academy of Medical Sciences.
DHS-IAIP Daily Open Source Infrastructure Report 28 Sep 2009 [PDF]
Swine flu cases in Russia hit 457 - top sanitary official RIA Novosti 27 Sep 2009 -- The number of people diagnosed with the swine flu in Russia has risen to 457.
US Terror Suspect to Face Charges in New York VOA 26 Sep 2009 -- Prosecutors say an Afghan-born terror suspect in US custody spent more than a year plotting a massive attack on the US.
Bin Laden Tape Urges Europeans to Push Away from US or Face Retaliation VOA 26 Sep 2009 -- New audio tape released warns Europeans to distance themselves from the United States.
Iraqi Police Recapture 8 of 16 Escaped Al-Qaida Prisoners VOA 26 Sep 2009 -- Iraqi security officials say they have recaptured two more of the 16 al-Qaida members who escaped from a jail in central Iraq a few days ago.
Obama: Destroying Al Qaeda Remains U.S. Goal in Afganistan AFPS 26 Sep 2009 -- President Obama: Overriding US goal in Afghanistan is to dismantle the al Qaeda network.
Germany bans flights over Oktoberfest after terror threats RIA Novosti 26 Sep 2009 -- Germany banned flights over the annual Oktoberfest beer festival after threats by Islamic militants.
Gadhafi Meets Lockerbie Family Members VOA 26 Sep 2009 -- Libyan leader Gadhafi has held a brief meeting with two Americans whose relatives were killed in the 1988 bombing of Pan Am Flight 103.
FBI, Navy Foiled Alleged Terror Plot on Quantico AFPS 25 Sep 2009 -- Indictment in a North Carolina federal court charges 3 men with plotting to attack Marine Corps Base Quantico.
Three suspects arrested for plotting bomb attacks on US soil RIA Novosti 25 Sep 2009 -- Three suspects in the US on charges of plotting to set off explosive devices in public places.
Tape Attributed to Bin Laden Criticizes Europe Over Afghanistan VOA 25 Sep 2009 -- Message calls on Europeans to end their alliance with the United States and pull their troops out of Afghanistan.
US Embassy in South Africa Re-Opens Friday VOA 25 Sep 2009 -- Youth wing of S. Africa's ruling party demanded a thorough investigation into threats against the U.S. Embassy ahead of Friday's re-opening.
US Reopens Embassy in South Africa VOA 25 Sep 2009 -- The U.S. has reopened its embassy and other offices in South Africa, three days after closing them because of a security threat.
Developing Countries to Get Swine Flu Vaccine VOA 25 Sep 2009 -- The World Health Organization is working on a scheme to make H1N1 Swine Flu vaccines available to poor countries.
H1N1 vaccine may now cover more people, but still inadequate, UN warns UN News Centre 25 Sep 2009 -- Global production capacity for H1N1 flu vaccines now stand at 3 billion doses per year.
Air National Guard Program Cuts Red Tape for Quick Solutions AFPS 25 Sep 2009 -- Air National Guard program designed to cut through bureaucracy has led to safety solutions for problems vast and varied.
USACE Pittsburgh District uses G-20 interruption as training opportunity Army News 25 Sep 2009 -- As the world descended on Pittsburgh for the G-20 Economic Summit Sept. 24-25, Pittsburgh District took action.
DHS-IAIP Daily Open Source Infrastructure Report 25 Sep 2009 [PDF]
Obama Will Not Seek New Legislation on Holding Guantanamo Detainees VOA 24 Sep 2009 -- Obama administration has decided against establishing new system of preventative detention for terror suspects.
Afghan-Born Man Indicted in New York for Possible Terrorist Acts VOA 24 Sep 2009 -- Afghan-born man indicted in New York for conspiring to use weapons of mass destruction against targets inside the US.
US Closures in South Africa Prompted by al-Qaida Linked Threat VOA 24 Sep 2009 -- Threat from an al-Qaida splinter group prompted this week's closure of the U.S. Embassy in Pretoria and other U.S. facilities.
H1N1 Swine Flu Keeps Hospitals in Northern Hemisphere Busy VOA 24 Sep 2009 -- The World Health Organization says the H1N1 swine flu virus should be part of next year's seasonal flu vaccine.
Russia removed from WHO swine flu death list RIA Novosti 24 Sep 2009 -- WHO removed Russia from its list of countries with swine flu fatalities, saying that Russia was mistakenly included.
Moscow objects to inclusion in WHO list of A/H1N1 deaths RIA Novosti 24 Sep 2009 -- Russia's Health Ministry: Inclusion in WHO's list of countries with swine flu fatalities was based on unverified information.
MACH announces seasonal flu vaccination schedule Army News 24 Sep 2009 -- From Oct. 5 until March, seasonal flu shots will be given at the Solomon Center on the following days and times.
India Begins Project to Issue Biometric Identity Cards to All Citizens VOA 24 Sep 2009 -- India has embarked on an ambitious project to give biometric identity cards to its 1.2 billion citizens.
DHS-IAIP Daily Open Source Infrastructure Report 24 Sep 2009 [PDF]
Former ambassador discusses State Department's counterterrorism efforts Army News 23 Sep 2009 -- Former State Department coordinator for counterterrorism discussed lingering challenges.
USCG Sea Fox Commissioned at Keyport Navy NewsStand 23 Sep 2009 -- Northwest region military personnel and guests celebrated the commissioning of the U.S. Coast Guard cutter Sea Fox.
Uganda Minister Defends Terrorism Charge Against Rioters VOA 23 Sep 2009 -- The Ugandan government has charged 29 people with terrorism for their alleged involvement in this month's deadly riots.
Colombia: Drug consumption should be made illegal UN News Centre 23 Sep 2009 -- Consumption of drugs should be illegal to break increasingly close links with production, trafficking and organized crime.
Fighting floods, drugs in Central, South America Army News 23 Sep 2009 -- Nearly a quarter of the 1,100 individuals employed in the American section of Soto Cano Air Base, Honduras, are Soldiers.
DHS-IAIP Daily Open Source Infrastructure Report 23 Sep 2009 [PDF]
Departments Negotiate Pact to Help Keep Country Safe AFPS 22 Sep 2009 -- Agreement between the departments of Defense and Homeland Security calls for sharing some intelligence data.
Bipartisan Panel Warns of Threat of Biological Attack VOA 22 Sep 2009 -- Two US senators are citing a report by a bipartisan panel that warns of the threat of a terrorist attack with weapons of mass destruction.
US Closes Facilities in S. Africa Over Security Concerns VOA 22 Sep 2009 -- Police are in control of the situation after US closed all its facilities in the country on security concerns.
Al-Shabab Pledges Loyalty to Bin Laden VOA 22 Sep 2009 -- Somali insurgent group al-Shabab has pledged its allegiance to Osama bin Laden in a new video released to Islamist Web sites.
India Increases Security After Warnings of Attacks VOA 22 Sep 2009 -- India is increasing security to thwart possible militant strikes in the country.
Air Guard planners host first domestic ops conference AFNS 22 Sep 2009 -- Air National Guard planners kicked off with what they hope will become an annual conference for drafting a domestic ops strategy.
Representatives From 11 Countries Arrive For EPC 09 Navy NewsStand 22 Sep 2009 -- Eurasia Partnership Capstone 2009 kicked off at Naval Support Activity Souda Bay Sept. 19.
Two Family members diagnosed with H1N1 virus in FMMC Army News 22 Sep 2009 -- The 11-month-old child of a Henderson Hall Marine was diagnosed with the H1N1 virus Friday, Sept. 18.
Worldwide swine flu cases pass 308,000 - WHO RIA Novosti 22 Sep 2009 -- The number of swine flu cases worldwide has passed 308,000, with almost 4,200 deaths.
DHS-IAIP Daily Open Source Infrastructure Report 22 Sep 2009 [PDF]
Presidential Notice Concerning National Security The White House 21 Sep 2009
Afghan Terror Plot Suspects to Appear in US Court VOA 21 Sep 2009 -- Afghan men set to appear in U.S. federal court on charges of making false statements in a counter-terrorism investigation.
Pakistan Restricts Leader of Group Accused in Mumbai Terror Attack VOA 21 Sep 2009 -- Pakistani police are restricting the movements of an Islamist accused by India of masterminding Mumbai attack.
Pakistan Arrests 'Suicide Bomb Mastermind' in Swat VOA 21 Sep 2009 -- Pakistani military: Security forces have arrested a militant accused of training suicide bombers in northwestern Swat Valley.
Death of Indonesian Top Terrorist Is Not End of Threat VOA 21 Sep 2009 -- Authorities say the death of Noordin Top is a significant victory in Indonesia's war on terror.
WHO Chief Promises H1N1 Vaccines for Poorer Nations VOA 21 Sep 2009 -- Head of the WHO urged Asian health chiefs to continue health-care reforms despite the global economic downturn.
Health ministry denies reports of Russia's first swine flu death RIA Novosti 21 Sep 2009 -- Russia's health ministry denied reports of Russia's first swine flu fatality, saying the cause of death was pneumonia.
DHS-IAIP Daily Open Source Infrastructure Report 21 Sep 2009 [PDF]
US Arrests Three Men in Suspected Bomb Plot VOA 20 Sep 2009 -- Afghans scheduled to appear in federal court after being arrested by US law enforcement agents in Colorado and New York.
Afghanistan Strategy Must Focus on al-Qaida, Obama Says AFPS 20 Sep 2009 -- Fight in Afghanistan must be narrowed to its original intent of stamping out al-Qaida and hunting down Osama bin Laden.
Kyrgyz Forces Recapture One Escaped Prisoner RFE/RL 20 Sep 2009 -- Kyrgyz security forces have recaptured one of the three prisoners who escaped from an Osh prison on September 17.
Pakistan Questioning Cleric Linked to Mumbai Attacks VOA 19 Sep 2009 -- Pakistan questioning a militant Islamic leader accused by India of masterminding last year's deadly attacks in Mumbai.
Scottish Law Chief Denounces Convicted Lockerbie Bomber's Posted Documents VOA 19 Sep 2009 -- Scotland's chief prosecutor denounced Lockerbie bomber for posting documents onto his Web site.
Head of UN health agency applauds H1N1 vaccine donations for developing world UN News Centre 18 Sep 2009 -- Head of the UN health agency applauded the announcement of donations of H1N1 flu vaccine.
WHO reports over 4,000 swine flu deaths worldwide RIA Novosti 18 Sep 2009 -- More than 4,000 people have died from swine flu worldwide, with the total number of officially confirmed cases reaching 295,000.
PANAMAX 2009 Tests Pandemic Outbreak in Exercise Navy NewsStand 18 Sep 2009 -- Representatives from 10 US agencies holding a 2-day table-top exercise in cooperation with government of Panama.
Naval Hospital Bremerton Prepares for Seasonal Flu Vaccinations Navy NewsStand 18 Sep 2009 -- It's September, which means its seasonal flu time.
Venezuela Considers Shooting Down Drug Planes VOA 18 Sep 2009 -- Venezuelan President Chavez considering allowing his government to shoot down foreign planes suspected of drug trafficking.
Shipboard Protection System Achieves Milestone Decision Navy NewsStand 18 Sep 2009 -- PEO LMW announced today that the Shipboard Protection System was approved for production Aug. 26.
DHS-IAIP Daily Open Source Infrastructure Report 18 Sep 2009 [PDF]
Camp Bucca detention center closes in Iraq AFNS 17 Sep 2009 -- As the last detainee boarded a plane destined for another center, the detainee operations mission at Camp Bucca, Iraq, officially ended.
Terrorism Mastermind Killed During Police Raid in Indonesia VOA 17 Sep 2009 -- Indonesian police: Noordin Mohammad Top, alleged mastermind of July 17 hotel bombings in Jakarta killed during a raid.
Political Instability, Violence Threat to Asia's Tourism Industry VOA 17 Sep 2009 -- Political violence has done considerable damage to tourism in Asia and the Pacific over the past few years.
President Announces Plan to Expand Fight Against Global H1N1 Pandemic The White House 17 Sep 2009
President Announces Plan to Expand Fight Against H1N1 Flu AFPS 17 Sep 2009 -- President Obama announced US will continue to act aggressively to stop the global spread of the pandemic H1N1 virus.
BUMED Emphasizes Strategies to Keep Flu at Bay Navy NewsStand 17 Sep 2009 -- The Bureau of Medicine and Surgery offers tips to stay well and minimize the risk of influenza.
DHS-IAIP Daily Open Source Infrastructure Report 17 Sep 2009 [PDF]
Fort Riley remains proactive in H1N1 preparedness Army News 16 Sep 2009 -- As Fort Riley prepares for a possible second wave of the H1N1 virus, its Soldiers and Families should also prepare.
White House Backs Controversial Domestic Surveillance Provisions VOA 16 Sep 2009 -- The Obama administration is urging lawmakers to extend 3 provisions of controversial domestic surveillance law.
Mass swine flu vaccination to start in U.S. in October RIA Novosti 16 Sep 2009 -- A large-scale vaccination campaign against swine flu is scheduled to start in the US in mid-October.
Israel Aerospace Industries Awarded Contract Worth Tens of Millions of Dollars to Supply Self-Protection System for Military and Civilian Planes Israel Aerospace Industries 16 Sep 2009 -- Over 200 military, civilian, and VIP aircraft in more than 15 countries worldwide are currently flying with the protection of the IAI/ELTA system
AFSPC commander discusses space, cyberspace future at AFA convention AFNS 16 Sep 2009 -- Air Force's lead for integrating space and cyberspace capabilities spoke Sept. 15.
US Cites 20 Countries for Illegal Drugs VOA 16 Sep 2009 -- The White House has released an annual list of countries the United States considers major producers or transporters of illegal drugs.
DHS-IAIP Daily Open Source Infrastructure Report 16 Sep 2009 [PDF]
Pentagon to Share Terrorism Info at Local Level AFPS 15 Sep 2009 -- Pentagon officials will begin sharing classified, terrorism-related information stored on the secure DoD network with state and local agencies.
NY Police: Terror Task Force Conducts Raids in Queens VOA 15 Sep 2009 -- Spokesman for the NYPD: Terrorism task force conducted raids on several residences in the borough of Queens.
Somalia Analyst Calls for Law Enforcement Approach to Terrorists VOA 15 Sep 2009 -- Some have called for a law enforcement response rather than a military one.
US Attacks Suspected Terrorist Hiding in Somalia VOA 15 Sep 2009 -- Somali witnesses say a U.S. air assault in Somalia has killed a top terrorist suspect linked to al-Qaida.
Al-Shabab Vows to Avenge US Raid in Somalia VOA 15 Sep 2009 -- The Somali insurgent group al-Shabab is vowing to avenge a U.S. military raid that killed one of Africa's most wanted al-Qaida suspects.
Raid in Somalia Kills Kenyan Wanted by FBI VOA 15 Sep 2009 -- U.S. military officials say American special forces staged an attack in southern Somalia Monday and killed a Kenyan-born terrorist suspect.
US Government Approves Swine Flu Vaccine VOA 15 Sep 2009 -- The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved a vaccine for the H1N1 swine flu virus.
CNIC Offers One-Stop Shopping for H1N1/Flu Information Navy NewsStand 15 Sep 2009 -- The Navy Installations Command website is the U.S. Navy's go-to site for information about seasonal flue and H1N1.
Navy Prepares Personnel and Families for Seasonal Flu Navy NewsStand 15 Sep 2009 -- Navy and Marine Corps Public Health Center urging personnel and families to be aware of the risks of seasonal flu.
SA police officers attend seminar as part of National Guard Program Army News 15 Sep 2009 -- Two South African police officers will attend the New York State Police's homicide seminar.
DHS-IAIP Daily Open Source Infrastructure Report 15 Sep 2009 [PDF]
DoD News: DoD Announces New Information-Sharing Access to Help Fusion Centers Combat Terrorism DoD 14 Sep 2009 -- The Departments of Defense (DoD) and Homeland Security (DHS) today announced an initiative to grant select state and major urban area fusion center personnel access to classified terrorism-related information residing in DoD's classified network
New Bin Laden Tape Calls Obama Powerless to Stop Afghanistan War VOA 14 Sep 2009 -- New claims the President Barack Obama will find himself powerless to halt the American-led war in Afghanistan.
Bin Laden slams U.S. ties with Israel, calls Obama 'powerless' RIA Novosti 14 Sep 2009 -- Days after anniversary of 9/11 attacks in the US, Al-Qaeda leader Bin Laden warned Americans of ties with Israel.
Bagram Detention Facility to Implement Case Review Panels AFPS 14 Sep 2009 -- US detention facility in Bagram, Afghanistan, slated to implement detention review boards similar to those employed in Iraq.
New Rights for Afghan Detainees VOA 14 Sep 2009 -- US Defense Department has begun implementing a program that will give hundreds of prisoners in Afghanistan the right to challenge their detention.
New U.S. Plan Reportedly To Let Afghan Prisoners Challenge Incarceration RFE/RL 14 Sep 2009 -- New rules being prepared would reportedly allow prisoners to challenge their incarceration.
Taiwan has enough flu vaccine: officials CNA 14 Sep 2009 -- The government repeated an attempt to allay concern about the outbreak in Taiwan of influenza A(H1N1).
Number of swine flu cases reaches 275,000 worldwide RIA Novosti 14 Sep 2009 -- Number of confirmed swine flu infections has reached 275,000 with more than 3,500 deaths worldwide.
Guard Joins Texas Rangers in Border Mission AFPS 14 Sep 2009 -- Texas Gov. Rick Perry has asked his state's National Guard to support a special group of Texas Rangers along the Mexican border.
NAVCENT Hosts Anti-Terrorism Seminar Navy NewsStand 14 Sep 2009 -- US Naval Forces Central Command played host for a one-day seminar on anti-terrorism tactics and the challenges.
Emergency Response Team Drills for Disaster Navy NewsStand 14 Sep 2009 -- Members of USNH Yokosuka's emergency response team participated in the Kanagawa Prefecture Government evacuation drill.
Air Force chief calls for collaboration between Guard, active duty AFNS 14 Sep 2009 -- The Air Force chief of staff called for the Air National Guard and active duty forces to work closer together.
Donley highlights Guard's contributions, emphasis on 'total force' AFNS 14 Sep 2009 -- The secretary said the success of the nation's military rests on keeping up with an uncertain enemy and an evolving conflict.
DHS-IAIP Daily Open Source Infrastructure Report 14 Sep 2009 [PDF]
Official: US Swine Flu Shots to Arrive in Early October VOA 13 Sep 2009 -- U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleensays the United States expects to receive the first round of swine flu shots sooner than expected.
Guard members join Texas Rangers along Mexican border Army News 11 Sep 2009 -- Texas National Guard members have been asked by Gov. Rick Perry to support a special group of Texas Rangers called "Ranger Recon Teams" at high-traffic and high-crime areas along the Mexican border, state Guard officials confirmed today
Post-9/11 U.S. is Safer, More Prepared, Commander Says AFPS 11 Sep 2009 -- Americans are safer and the country is in a better position to respond to threats and attacks than eight years ago, the top military commander over homeland defense said today.
Obama, Pentagon Leaders Honor 9/11 Victims, Pledge Resolve in Defense of U.S. AFPS 11 Sep 2009 -- President Barack Obama today reflected on those who perished on Sept. 11, 2001, and said today’s anniversary is an opportunity to renew American resolve against those who perpetrated the attacks.
UN health agency outlines measures to reduce impact of H1N1 flu in schools UN News Centre 11 Sep 2009 -- The United Nations health agency today outlined steps schools can take to reduce the impact of the H1N1 influenza pandemic, drawing on the recent experiences of several countries as well as studies of the consequences of school closures.
Chinese Health Official: Tens of Millions Could be Infected With H1N1 VOA 11 Sep 2009 -- A Chinese Health Ministry official has warned that tens of millions of people could be infected with H1N1 influenza in China in the coming months, and that fatalities would be "unavoidable".
Weakened Al-Qaeda Continues To Evolve Since 9/11 Attacks RFE/RL 11 Sep 2009 -- Accepted wisdom about Al-Qaeda is that the terrorist network has been so greatly weakened since 2001 that it no longer, as an organization, poses the world's biggest terrorism threat
Obama Marks September 11 Anniversary In Washington VOA 11 Sep 2009 -- U.S. President Barack Obama has marked the eighth anniversary of the September 11, 2001 attacks on the United States by reaffirming his determination to defeat terrorism. The president laid a wreath in memory of those who died on that day's attack on the Pentagon.
Senate Bill Prepares for Biological Attack Within 4 Years VOA 11 Sep 2009 -- Dire predictions in Washington , DC, as senators introduce a bill they hope will prevent a future biological attack. They say the bill will set a gold standard for international bioweapons security.
1st Air Force Airmen better prepared for homeland defense 8 years after 9/11 AFNS 10 Sep 2009 -- On Sept. 10, 2001, Airmen assigned to 1st Air Force here were wondering just how much longer their air defense organization might last. They knew the organization's lifespan was possibly at risk, fostered by a widespread belief that major conventional military air threats to the U.S. homeland were highly unlikely in a post-Cold War era.
Russian Activists Demand Truth About 1999 Bombings VOA 10 Sep 2009 -- A group of Russian human rights activists wants the government to open a new investigation into the 1999 apartment bombings that killed about 300 people.
Russia starts testing anti-swine flu vaccine RIA Novosti 10 Sep 2009 -- Clinical tests of a live swine flu vaccine started in the northwest Russian city of St. Petersburg on Thursday.
Indonesia's Plan to Strengthen Anti-Terror Laws Worries Human Rights Advocates VOA 10 Sep 2009 -- In the wake of the July 17 terrorist bombings in Jakarta that killed seven people, the Indonesian government is proposing stronger anti-terror laws, such as lengthening detention times for suspects. The plan has set off a debate about balancing the need for security with the rights of the individual in a democratic society.
DHS-IAIP Daily Open Source Infrastructure Report 10 Sep 2009 [PDF]
Brief Hijacking Ends Safely in Mexico VOA 09 Sep 2009 -- A passenger jet from the Mexican resort town of Cancun was briefly hijacked Wednesday, but the more than 100 passengers and crew onboard were released unharmed when the plane landed in Mexico City.
Russian police foil terror attacks on Moscow - newspaper RIA Novosti 09 Sep 2009 -- Russian law-enforcement agencies have prevented two terrorist attacks in Moscow in the past week, a leading Russian daily reported on Wednesday.
Ten Years On, Troubling Questions Linger Over Russian Apartment Bombings RFE/RL 09 Sep 2009 -- Most of the residents of an apartment block in southeast Moscow were asleep when an explosion on the ground floor tore through the front of their building shortly after midnight, 10 years ago today
DHS-IAIP Daily Open Source Infrastructure Report 09 Sep 2009 [PDF]
Eurocopter South East Asia (ESEA) signs a contract with Royal Thai Police (RTP) for 3 EC155 Dauphin helicopters EADS 08 Sep 2009 -- Eurocopter, the world’s leading helicopter manufacturer is pleased to announce the contract signature of 3 EC155 Dauphin helicopters with the Royal Thai Police (RTP) at Asian Aerospace in Hong Kong.
Three British Muslims Convicted In Biggest Al-Qaeda Plot Since 9/11 RFE/RL 08 Sep 2009 -- A British court has found three British Muslims guilty of plotting to murder thousands of people with attacks against at least seven airliners flying from Britain to North America
Colonel Gaddafi's son denies Lockerbie bomber is close to death RIA Novosti 08 Sep 2009 -- The son of Libyan leader Muammar al-Gaddafi has denied media reports that the man convicted of the 1988 Lockerbie plane bombing is on his deathbed, a London-based Arab newspaper said.
Lithuania discusses taking Guantanamo inmates from U.S. - report RIA Novosti 08 Sep 2009 -- Lithuania is in talks with the United States over accepting some prisoners from Guantanamo Bay, a Lithuanian newspaper reported on Tuesday, citing the country's foreign minister.
Author Of Censored Putin Article: U.S. Publisher 'Was Worried' RFE/RL 08 Sep 2009 -- Scott Anderson is an American freelance journalist and author who has covered several wars and written extensively for publications like "The New York Times Magazine" and "Vanity Fair." Recently, for "GQ" magazine, he looked into the apartment bombings in Russia in 1999 that killed hundreds of people
DHS-IAIP Daily Open Source Infrastructure Report 08 Sep 2009 [PDF]
British Court Convicts 3 in Liquid Explosives Plot VOA 07 Sep 2009 -- Three British Muslims have been found guilty of conspiring to kill thousands of people three years ago by blowing up trans-Atlantic jetliners with liquid explosives.
Egypt reports second swine flu death RIA Novosti 06 Sep 2009 -- A second person has died from a swine flu in Egypt, a spokesman for the Egyptian Health Ministry said on Sunday.
Commander Focuses on Stopping Asia-Pacific Terrorism AFPS 04 Sep 2009 -- Counter-terrorism one of US Pacific Command’s top priorities.
Air Force Doctor Advances Cyanide Poisoning Treatment AFPS 04 Sep 2009 -- Highly toxic chemical used in so many works of fiction is a real threat for being used as a terrorist weapon.
5 Simple Measures to Help Protect from Swine Flu VOA 04 Sep 2009 -- International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies launching a global information campaign to help deal with Swine Flu.
Nearly 2,840 deaths attributed to H1N1 virus, reports UN health agency UN News Centre 04 Sep 2009 -- There are now at least 2,837 deaths attributable to the pandemic H1N1.
Jungle Shield exercise trains Airmen, federal agencies AFNS 04 Sep 2009 -- Airmen participated in an exercise Aug. 25 through 27 to test the Air Force's ability to protect US air sovereignty in the Pacific region.
DHS-IAIP Daily Open Source Infrastructure Report 04 Sep 2009 [PDF]
Swiss Firm Develops H1N1 Vaccine That 'May' Work After 1 Dose VOA 03 Sep 2009 -- A Swiss drugmaker says it has developed a vaccine for H1N1 swine flu that may work with just one dose.
China Approves One-Dose H1N1 Vaccine VOA 03 Sep 2009 -- Chinese health authorities have given approval to a domestic company to mass produce a vaccine for the H1N1 strain of flu.
DeWitt begins seasonal flu vaccination Army News 03 Sep 2009 -- Health care providers from DeWitt Army Community Hospital begin administering seasonal flu vaccines at the Fort Belvoir Community Center.
Afghanistan Assessment Looks to Defeat al-Qaida AFPS 03 Sep 2009 -- Defense Secretary Gates: Enemies of America remain in Afghanistan, and the United States must stay there to defeat the terrorists.
GTMO Guard Force Leadership Changes Hands Navy NewsStand 03 Sep 2009 -- The Navy Expeditionary Guard Battalion welcomed new commander during a change of command ceremony Sept. 1.
Coast Guard Commandant Considers Alaska Presence AFPS 03 Sep 2009 -- Global climate change is a hotly debated topic, and the U.S. government is looking to Alaska to assess how it may affect the nation.
DHS-IAIP Daily Open Source Infrastructure Report 03 Sep 2009 [PDF]
Letter from the President to the Speaker of the House regarding Designation of Contingent Emergency 2009-H1N1 Funding The White House 02 Sep 2009
Saudi Arabia Reports Surrender of Wanted Militant VOA 02 Sep 2009 -- Authorities in Saudi Arabia say a wanted militant suspected of links to al-Qaida has surrendered.
Lockerbie Bomber Hospitalized in Libya VOA 02 Sep 2009 -- Libyan officials say the convicted Lockerbie bomber has been hospitalized in Tripoli.
British PM denies 'double-dealing' in bomber release RIA Novosti 02 Sep 2009 -- British PM Brown: Country did not sign any secret deals with Libya for release of man convicted of Lockerbie bombing.
Thai court rejects Viktor Bout's bail request RIA Novosti 02 Sep 2009 -- A Thai court refused on to release alleged Russian arms dealer Viktor Bout on bail and under guarantees.
U.S. condemns attack on Saudi anti-terrorism chief RIA Novosti 02 Sep 2009 -- White House: Last week's assassination attempt on Saudi Arabia's anti-terrorism chief was a "cowardly attack."
U.S., Venezuelan Navies Cooperate to Stem Illicit Drug Flow Navy NewsStand 02 Sep 2009 -- Units conducting operations coordinated with elements of the Armada Bolivariana de Venezuela.
CBRNE Consequence Management Response Force Army News 02 Sep 2009 -- CCMRF is the CBRNE Consequence Management Response Force.
DHS-IAIP Daily Open Source Infrastructure Report 02 Sep 2009 [PDF]
Defense Department to Start H1N1 Flu Vaccinations Navy NewsStand 01 Sep 2009 -- All military personnel will be vaccinated against H1N1 virus and vaccine will be available to military family members.
H1N1: Do Rich Nations Have Obligation to Help Developing World Tackle Flu Pandemic? VOA 01 Sep 2009 -- Health officials around the world are preparing for a surge in the number of H1N1 flu cases.
CENTRAL ASIA: Anti-swine flu measures stepped up IRIN 01 Sep 2009 -- Health authorities across Central Asia have launched a series of measures to tackle the spread of H1N1.
Sri Lanka Defends Sentencing of Tamil Journalist on Terrorism Charges VOA 01 Sep 2009 -- Sri Lanka has defended the sentencing of a Tamil journalist on terrorism charges.
Lockerbie bomber hospitalized in Tripoli - local media RIA Novosti 01 Sep 2009 -- Man convicted of organizing the 1988 Lockerbie plane bombing has been hospitalized in the Libyan capital.
SAIC Awarded Contract to Support Department of Homeland Security, Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) SAIC 01 Sep 2009 -- Science Applications International Corporation (NYSE: SAI) today announced it has been awarded a prime contract by the Department of Homeland Security, Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to provide operations and maintenance support to FEMA's chief information officer and Information Technology Division (ITD).
Libyans Defend Megrahi Welcome VOA 01 Sep 2009 -- Years of careful negotiation to repair relations between Libya and its former adversaries, Britain and the United States, have threatened to unravel.
Iranian Parliament Signals Support for Defense Minister-Designate VOA 01 Sep 2009 -- Iran's parliament has signaled that it supports President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad's choice for defense minister.
DHS-IAIP Daily Open Source Infrastructure Report 01 Sep 2009 [PDF]

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