May 2010 Security News

Mullen: Military Will Continue to Support Spill Effort AFPS 31 May 2010 -- The military will continue to support the effort to cap and mitigate the oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico, but it does not have the technical expertise to take over the operation, the nation’s top military officer said on the morning news shows today.
Pakistani extremist groups join Taliban, al-Qaeda: minister IRNA 31 May 2010 -- Pakistan's Interior Minister Malik: Banned extremist groups have now become part and parcel of Taliban and al-Qaeda.
Germany ready to take in Guantanamo detainees: report IRNA 29 May 2010 -- Germany has reportedly agreed to take in an unspecified number of inmates still languishing at the US prison facility in Guantanamo Bay, the Munich-based weekly news magazine Focus said Saturday.
Report: US Preparing for Retaliatory Strike if Terror Attack Traced to Pakistan VOA 29 May 2010 -- Police in Pakistan say Taliban attackers carried out Friday's bloody attack on two mosques in Lahore belonging to the Ahmadi religious minority.
Biden: Strategy Pillars Will Ensure America's Security AFPS 28 May 2010 -- New US National Security Strategy recognizes that America’s strength is based on all elements of national power.
National Security Advisor Describes New Strategy AFPS 28 May 2010 -- New US National Security Strategy is one of renewal and global leadership that advances US interests by building the sources of American strength and influence.
New security strategy touts partnership efforts AFNS 28 May 2010 -- Military-to-military contacts are a "critical component" of global engagement and support the nation's security.
U.S. global leadership in Obama's National Security Strategy RIA Novosti 28 May 2010 -- A week ago, President Barack Obama outlined the key elements of the strategy in a commencement address at the U.S. Military Academy at West Point.
White House unveils new U.S. security doctrine RIA Novosti 28 May 2010 -- U.S. President Barrack Obama transmitted the new National Security Strategy to the Congress, the White House said in a statement.
Russia assists Washington in search for bin Laden - official RIA Novosti 28 May 2010 -- Russia continues to assist the United States in search for the world's most wanted terrorist.
Yemen Al-Qaeda Video Announces New Leader RFE/RL 28 May 2010 -- Al-Qaeda's Yemen wing has released a video naming a Saudi Arabian man as a senior member of the group.
UN experts urge Pakistan to act after religious minority members killed UN News Centre 28 May 2010 -- Three UN human rights experts called on the Pakistan to take every step to ensure the safety of religious minorities.
Pro-Taliban group claims responsibility for Pakistan mosque attacks RIA Novosti 28 May 2010 -- Pakistani Islamic group Tehreek-e-Taliban Punjab claimed responsibility for the seizure of two mosques in Lahore.
Pakistani commandos storm seized mosques in city of Lahore RIA Novosti 28 May 2010 -- Pakistani commandos have stormed two Ahmadi mosques in the city of Lahore seized by suspected Islamic extremists.
Some 80 killed in Pakistani mosque attack RIA Novosti 28 May 2010 -- Some 80 people were killed in an attack by Islamic extremists on two mosques in Pakistan's second largest city of Lahore.
At Least 70 Dead As Gunmen Attack Pakistani Mosques RFE/RL 28 May 2010 -- Gunmen wearing suicide vests have stormed two Pakistani mosques belonging to a minority sect in Pakistan's second city of Lahore, killing at least 70 people.
Gunmen attack 2 mosques in Pakistan, about 30 killed RIA Novosti 28 May 2010 -- At least 30 people have been killed and hundreds taken hostage by gunmen who attacked two mosques in the Pakistani city of Lahore.
22 killed as militants attack worship places in Pakistan: police IRNA 28 May 2010 -- Up to 22 people were killed as two groups of militants stormed worship places of a religious group, declared non-Muslims in Pakistani in early 70s.
Militants Launch Bloody Attack on Minority Sect in Pakistan VOA 28 May 2010 -- Suspected Islamic militants launched a coordinated attack on worshipers from a minority sect in Pakistan, killing around 80 people.
Officials Face Negligence Probe Over Stavropol Bomb Attack RFE/RL 28 May 2010 -- Security officials in Stavropol are being investigated for negligence in connection with a bomb blast that killed seven people.
Suspects in deadly Stavropol blast detained in Ingushetia RIA Novosti 28 May 2010 -- Two suspects in a deadly terrorist attack in the southern Russian city of Stavropol were detained in nearby Ingushetia.
More than 30 injured in Stavropol blast remain in hospitals, 5 in critical condition RIA Novosti 28 May 2010 -- More than 30 people injured in a terrorist attack in the south Russian city of Stavropol remain in hospitals, five of whom are in critical condition.
4 bombers of NDFB arrested in India's N-E Assam IRNA 28 May 2010 -- Four bombers of NDFB, directly involved in the deadly serial explosions in India's northeastern state of Assam Oct 30, 2008, arrested.
At Least 80 people Killed in Indian Train Wreck Blamed on Maoist Rebels VOA 28 May 2010 -- In eastern India at least 80 people were killed when a high speed train derailed and collided with another train.
Death toll reaches 65 in train accident as Maoist attack WB IRNA 28 May 2010 -- Sixty-five passengers of a Maharashtra-bound express train were killed in a Maoist attack in Midnapur district of West Bengal state.
20 killed as train derails after Maoist attack in West Bengal IRNA 28 May 2010 -- Maoists blasted rail tracks in West Midnapore district of West Bengal state, derailing 13 coaches of a Mumbai-bound express train, leaving 20 dead and 104 others injured.
DHS-IAIP Daily Open Source Infrastructure Report 28 May 2010 [PDF]
Remarks On the Obama Administration's National Security Strategy US Dept. of State 27 May 2010
EADS Defence & Security to enable world's first operational cross-border communication between two nationwide TETRA networks EADS 27 May 2010 -- The world’s first TETRA operational ISI standard-based cross-border communication between two national authority networks will be trialled during 2010. The network operators, Swedish Civil Contingencies Agency (MSB) and the Federal Agency for Digital Radio of Security Authorities and Organisations (BDBOS) have signed an agreement to launch a cooperative project with EADS Defence & Security to implement and trial cross-border communications. The trial will involve frontline authorities from Sweden and Germany, and is planned to take place during November and December 2010.
EADS Defence & Security reveals how TETRA networks can be more economical without compromising reliability and availability EADS 27 May 2010 -- At the annual TETRA World Congress held in Singapore, EADS Defence & Security unveiled its roadmap for ever more cost-efficient TETRA radio communication systems.
Northrop Grumman's Robert Brammer and the Cybersecurity Research Consortium Address Critical Need for Emerging Technologies in Cybersecurity Northrop Grumman 27 May 2010 -- Dr. Robert Brammer, Northrop Grumman (NYSE:NOC) Information Systems Sector vice president and chief technology officer, led a panel calling for increased collaboration in cybersecurity research addressing a critical and immediate national need at the Annual Armed Forces Communications and Electronics Association (AFCEA) STRATCOM Cyberspace Symposium.
New National Strategy Takes 'Whole-of-Government' Approach AFPS 27 May 2010 -- The Obama Administration has instituted a “whole-of-government” approach within the new National Security Strategy presented to Congress.
Obama Administration Unveils Security Strategy VOA 27 May 2010 -- The Obama administration unveiled its new national security strategy, recognizing the need for military force but as a last resort.
Pakistan court dismisses petition against Mumbai attacks suspect IRNA 27 May 2010 -- Supreme Court of Pakistan dismissed appeals to detain a militant leader whose extradition is also sought by India.
Terror Probe Opened Into Blast That Kills Seven In Southern Russia RFE/RL 27 May 2010 -- Russian authorities have opened a terrorism investigation following an explosion in the southwestern city of Stavropol.
Death toll from south Russia terrorist attack reaches 7 RIA Novosti 27 May 2010 -- The death toll from a terrorist attack in the south Russian city of Stavropol has risen to 7.
Mullen Presses for Cyber Leadership at All Levels AFPS 27 May 2010 -- Cyberspace “will change how we fight” in the next 20 years, the nation’s top military officer said.
Obama: Guardsmen Can Aid Intelligence, Interdiction at Border AFPS 27 May 2010 -- An agreement to send hundreds of additional National Guardsmen to the southwestern US border is one part of a comprehensive approach.
USS Elrod Encounters Suspected Drug Smugglers in Mediterranean Navy NewsStand 27 May 2010 -- USS Elrod encountered suspected drug smugglers off the coast of Morocco in international waters.
Army Floating Bridge Helps Gulf of Mexico Oil Spill Army News 27 May 2010 -- US Army Louisiana National Guard has deployed a 380-foot, boat-powered floating bridge to the Gulf of Mexico.
National Guard leaders observe Israel's nationwide exercise AFNS 27 May 2010 -- Sirens wailed across Israel and residents took shelter during a nationwide civil defense exercise carefully watched by a delegation of National Guard leaders.
Louisiana Aviators Battle Oil Spill AFPS 27 May 2010 -- “Launch, recover, launch” best describes the operations tempo of the helicopter missions being performed by the Louisiana Army National Guard’s State Aviation Command.
DHS-IAIP Daily Open Source Infrastructure Report 27 May 2010 [PDF]
Remarks by Assistant to the President for Homeland Security and Counterterrorism John Brennan at CSIS The White House 26 May 2010
Guard, Israeli Home Front Command trade experiences Army News 26 May 2010 -- A four-year relationship between the National Guard and the Israeli Defense Force's Home Front Command is yielding valuable lessons for both sides.
Police Chiefs Complain About Arizona Immigration Law VOA 26 May 2010 -- Police chiefs from around the US came to Washington Wednesday to express concern about a controversial new immigration law in Arizona.
Press Gaggle by Deputy Press Secretary Bill Burton, 5/26/10 The White House 26 May 2010
EADS Defence & Security wins Claricor® TETRA radio network contracts in Asia Pacific EADS 26 May 2010 -- EADS Defence & Security (DS) has won several contracts to set up Claricor solutions in the Asia and Pacific region. The Claricor systems will have several TB3 TETRA base stations and over 1 700 radio terminals in use in airports, power stations and transport and communication companies in China, Korea and Malaysia. These contracts further reinforce the presence of EADS Defence & Security in this strategic area.
EADS Defence and Security introduces a new TETRA handheld radio: THR8 EADS 26 May 2010 -- EADS Defence and Security today introduces the THR8, a new TETRA handheld addressing especially the Asian markets. The new THR8 radio brings many advantages to the TETRA users operating on 800 MHz frequency band. Its robust design conform to IP55, large display, superior operation time and new innovative features make an ideal field communication tool for users in public safety, utility, transport and industry. The THR8 provides equal, unparalleled ease of use as the other radios in the EADS range, with Chinese and Korean user interface and voice feedback.
States Prepare to Help Louisiana in Oil Spill Response AFPS 26 May 2010 -- The National Guards of several states are closely watching Louisiana this week and are prepared to assist in its oil spill operations if needed.
DHS-IAIP Daily Open Source Infrastructure Report 26 May 2010 [PDF]
Forces Kill Key Terrorist in Afghanistan Firefight AFPS 25 May 2010 -- A combined Afghan-international security force killed a key al-Qaida leader and several others in a fierce gun battle in Paktia province.
Afghan-NATO Force Kills Al-Qaida Leader VOA 25 May 2010 -- NATO says a joint Afghan-NATO force killed an al-Qaida leader and several other suspected militants in Afghanistan's eastern Paktia province.
Pakistani Court: Hardline Cleric to Remain Free VOA 25 May 2010 -- Pakistan's Supreme Court has ruled that the government cannot detain an Islamic cleric who India accuses of planning the 2008 attacks in Mumbai.
Is Russia Radicalizing its Muslims? VOA 25 May 2010 -- The Russian Supreme Court hears an appeal of 12 Muslims imprisoned on charges of attempting to overthrow the local government.
US Reportedly Authorizes More Secret Military Activity in Hot Spots VOA 25 May 2010 -- Reports say US military has authorized an expansion of covert operations in the Middle East, the Horn of Africa and Central Asia.
NYT: Secret Directive Said To Expand Clandestine U.S. Military Missions RFE/RL 25 May 2010 -- According to the NYT, US has secretly taken steps to increase the effectiveness of forces in fighting extremist groups.
Obama Plans Strengthened National Guard Presence on US-Mexico Border VOA 25 May 2010 -- President Obama is reported to be preparing steps to bolster security along the U.S.-Mexico border, including sending National Guard troops to the area.
DHS-IAIP Daily Open Source Infrastructure Report 25 May 2010 [PDF]
Coast Guard Commandant: Government Must Stick with BP VOA 24 May 2010 -- US Coast Guard commandant: No alternative at this point but to allow BP to continue with the steps it is taking.
Northrop Grumman Begins Deliveries of Key Assay Technologies for DHS' BioWatch Next-Generation Biological Detection Program Northrop Grumman 24 May 2010 -- Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE:NOC) has begun deliveries of critical assay technology to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) as part of the company's BioWatch Gen-3 contract to develop a new generation of biological detectors for homeland defense applications.
Allen Outlines Federal Role in Oil Spill Response AFPS 24 May 2010 -- The Gulf of Mexico oil spill could soon reach levels on par with the 1989 Exxon Valdez tanker spill.
Press Briefing by Press Secretary Robert Gibbs, Admiral Thad Allen and Assistant to The President for Energy and Climate Change Carol Browner The White House 24 May 2010
Mass fatality training integrates Air Guard recovery teams AFNS 24 May 2010 -- Key function of the Regional Mass Fatality Management Training Evolution to develop and evaluate protocol for integration of ANG Fatality Search and Recovery Teams.
DHS-IAIP Daily Open Source Infrastructure Report 24 May 2010 [PDF]
White House Official Says US Actively Seeking American-Born Terrorist VOA 23 May 2010 -- White House spokesman Robert Gibbs says the U.S. government is actively pursuing American-born terrorist Anwar al-Awlaki.
Petraeus Lauds Saudi Fatwa Condemning Terrorism Financing AFPS 22 May 2010 -- Army Gen. David H. Petraeus, commander of U.S. Central Command, praised Saudi Arabia’s religious leaders for taking a major step toward promoting broader counterterrorism cooperation by their recent rejection of financing terrorism as un-Islamic.
Pakistani Authorities Arrest 6 in NY Bomb Plot VOA 22 May 2010 -- Pakistani authorities have arrested six people on suspicion of ties to a Pakistani-American being held for the failed car bombing in New York's Times Square.
Gates establishes U.S. Cyber Command and names first commander AFNS 21 May 2010 -- Secretary of Defense Robert M. Gates announced May 21 Army Gen. Keith B. Alexander's appointment as the first commander of U.S. Cyber Command, officially establishing the Initial Operating Capability for the new command.
Lynn Notes Cyber Command’s Significance AFPS 21 May 2010 -- Deputy Defense Secretary William J. Lynn III called the establishment of U.S. Cyber Command at Fort Meade, Md., today a milestone in the United States being able to conduct full-spectrum operations in a new domain.
DOD Announces First U.S. Cyber Command and First U.S. CYBERCOM Commander DoD 21 May 2010-- Secretary of Defense Robert M. Gates announced today Army Gen. Keith B. Alexander’s appointment as the first U.S. Cyber Command commander, officially establishing the initial operating capability for the new command. The announcement comes immediately following Alexander’s promotion to receive his fourth star during a ceremony at Fort Meade, Md., today.
Army Forces Cyber Command Headquarters Standup Plan Announced DoD 21 May 2010 -- The Army announced today that it intends to establish a new Army Forces Cyber Command (ARFORCYBER) Headquarters within the National Capital Region, no later than October 2010.
DHS-IAIP Daily Open Source Infrastructure Report 21 May 2010 [PDF]
Pentagon Improves Counterdrug Oversight, Official Says AFPS 20 May 2010 -- The Defense Department is improving its global counterdrug efforts while also working to provide better business processes in the office that oversees those efforts, a Pentagon official said today.
NAVSEA's SUPSALV Surges, Supports Oil Spill Response Navy NewsStand 20 May 2010 -- Navy pollution response experts have shipped 98,000 feet of oil containment boom as of May 20, to the Gulf of Mexico, as part of the combined effort to reduce the environmental impact of the underwater oil spill at an exploratory oil rig off the coast of Louisiana.
Guard’s Shoreline Barrier Construction Progresses AFPS 20 May 2010 -- The Louisiana National Guard’s construction of the Tiger Dam shoreline protection system near in the southwest pass of the Mississippi River Delta continues to move ahead as an oil spill threatens the Gulf Coast.
Top US officials brief Zardari on NY bomb plot probe IRNA 20 May 2010 -- US National Security Advisor and Director of Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) Wednesday met President Asif Ali Zardari and ‘provided an update on ongoing investigation into Times Square terrorist incident, a joint statement said.
Military Leader of ETA Under Arrest VOA 20 May 2010 -- French and Spanish authorities have arrested six alleged members of ETA, including the reported military leader of the Basque separatist group.
DHS-IAIP Daily Open Source Infrastructure Report 20 May 2010 [PDF]
National Guard members never stop training for hurricane season AFNS 19 May 2010 -- Although most hurricanes occur between the months of June and October, being prepared to respond to the aftereffects of a hurricane is almost a year-round task for the members of the National Guard.
US Security Officials in Pakistan on Failed NYC Bombing VOA 19 May 2010 -- Two of U.S. President Barack Obama's senior intelligence aides have briefed Pakistani officials on last month's failed car bombing in New York City's Times Square.
CIA, chief, U.S. security advisor arrive in Pakistan IRNA 19 May 2010 -- CIA Director Leon Panetta and the U.S. National Security Advisor Gen James Jones, arrived in Islamabad on Tuesday for talks on security matters, sources said.
DHS-IAIP Daily Open Source Infrastructure Report 19 May 2010 [PDF]
World's first tests of high-speed TETRA data now started in Finnish network delivered by EADS Defence & Security EADS 18 May 2010 -- EADS Defence & Security (DS) have joined forces with State Security Networks Ltd., operator of the Finnish VIRVE network, and started testing the TETRA Enhanced Data Service (TEDS). Tests are running on a test network with the same characteristics as the live VIRVE authority network, apart from the Fortecor TEDS-capable software.
EADS Defence & Security introduces the world's first TEDS radio delivering mission critical high speed data EADS 18 May 2010 -- EADS Defence and Security today introduces the first TEDS data radio in the world. The compact and versatile radio brings unparalleled connectivity and data speed to mission critical communication.
Times Square Bombing Suspect to Appear in NY Court VOA 18 May 2010 -- US prosecutors: Suspect in the recent failed car bombing in New York City's Times Square is to make his first appearance in federal court.
Questions Linger Over Times Square Terror Plot VOA 18 May 2010 -- The suspect in the abortive plot to set off a car bomb in New York City's bustling Times Square is reported to be readily cooperating with authorities.
Guantanamo Prisoner's Mother Says Son Fears Returning To Russia RFE/RL 18 May 2010 -- The mother of the last Russian citizen being held at Guantanamo Bay says he does not want to return to Tatarstan.
Pakistani students win appeal against deportation from UK IRNA 18 May 2010 -- Two Pakistani students arrested in major counter-terrorism raids in Britain last year have won their appeals against deportation.
Coordinator Provides Update on Oil Spill Response AFPS 18 May 2010 -- Nearly a month has passed since the explosion and fire aboard the drilling rig Deepwater Horizon began a major oil spill.
Louisiana Guard Airlifts Sandbags in Oil Spill Response AFPS 18 May 2010 -- The Louisiana National Guard started joint operations with 1st Battalion, 244th Aviation Regiment by filling one of 16 breaches.
DHS-IAIP Daily Open Source Infrastructure Report 18 May 2010 [PDF]
NATO Unveils Draft of New Mission Blueprint VOA 17 May 2010 -- NATO has unveiled an operations blueprint for the next decade that expands the defense organization's mandate to include counter-terrorism, the war in Afghanistan and missile defense.
Mobile emergency units facilitate protection, communication and recovery efforts Army News 17 May 2010 -- Technology enables the Emergency Operation Center to be fully operational and self-sufficient mobile units which can be activated in the event of a natural or man-made disaster.
President Obama Announces His Intent to Nominate John S. Pistole to lead the Transportation Security Administration The White House 17 May 2010
Fighters respond to ultralight aircraft AFNS 17 May 2010 -- Two F-16s intercepted an ultralight aircraft in the vicinity of the Southwest Arizona border.
In Brief: Avian flu outbreak prompts West Bank chicken cull IRIN 17 May 2010 -- Animal cases of avian flu in the West Bank have been confirmed, and some 250,000 chickens culled.
DHS-IAIP Daily Open Source Infrastructure Report 17 May 2010 [PDF]
Times Square Bombing Probe Leads to Massachusetts, New Jersey VOA 14 May 2010 -- US AG Holder: 3 people arrested in the United States may have provided funds to Pakistani-American charged in failed bombing.
Obama Thanks NYPD for Response to Times Square Bomb Plot VOA 14 May 2010 -- President Obama thanked police for work in tracking down and arresting a man accused of attempting to bomb Times Square.
Construction begins on first cyber warfare intelligence center AFNS 14 May 2010 -- Engineers have begun construction on the new cyber warfare command center.
Report: Al-Qaida in Iraq Names New 'War Minister' VOA 14 May 2010 -- US-based intelligence organization: Al-Qaida-linked militant group in Iraq has picked a new "war minister."
Indonesian Authorities Announce Alleged Terrorist Plot Against President VOA 14 May 2010 -- Indonesian authorities say they have found evidence that Islamic militants had planned to kill President Yudhoyono.
DHS-IAIP Daily Open Source Infrastructure Report 14 May 2010 [PDF]
Attorney General: Suspects Detained in Times Square Bomb Plot VOA 13 May 2010 -- US AG Holder says several people were taken into custody during raids in connection with failed Times Square bombing.
Lockheed Martin Team Begins Development On Second Phase Of FBI’s Next Generation Identification Program Lockheed Martin 13 May 2010 -- The Lockheed Martin [NYSE: LMT]-led Next Generation Identification (NGI) team is beginning to fully develop and deploy a new NGI system capability that transforms how law enforcement officials search an FBI wanted persons database. Development efforts began after a successful Critical Design Review (CDR) for the system’s second phase, also known as Increment 2: Repository for Individuals of Special Concern (RISC).
FBI Probes Leads in Failed Times Square Bomb Plot VOA 13 May 2010 -- Law enforcement continues to investigate leads, apparently provided by Pakistani-American Faisal Shahzad.
Threats to United States Remain, Northcom Commander Says AFPS 13 May 2010 -- Outgoing commander emphasized that the threats confronting the United States. both natural and manmade, will continue.
Russian security services kill 3 members of group behind Moscow bombings RIA Novosti 13 May 2010 -- Three members of a criminal group behind the March 29 terrorist attacks have been killed.
German police free Russian pilots detained in plane hijack mix-up RIA Novosti 13 May 2010 -- German police have released two Russian pilots who were detained on suspicion of intending to hijack a flight to Moscow.
Joint Task Force Haiti Prepares for 'New Horizon' AFPS 13 May 2010 -- Joint Task Force Haiti is preparing to stand down its disaster-relief mission in Haiti at the beginning of June.
Louisiana Guard Supports Shoreline Protection Mission AFPS 13 May 2010 -- Soldiers of the Louisiana National Guard’s 1023rd Vertical Engineer Company, 528th Engineer Battalion, continued transporting water diversion system materials.
DHS-IAIP Daily Open Source Infrastructure Report 13 May 2010 [PDF]
U.S. Could Add Pakistani Taliban To Terrorism List RFE/RL 12 May 2010 -- US government is considering adding the Pakistani Taliban to Washington's official list of "foreign terrorist organizations."
Obama, Karzai Renew Goal Of Defeating Al-Qaeda RFE/RL 12 May 2010 -- President Obama: He and visiting Afghan President Hamid Karzai have renewed their goal to defeat Al-Qaeda.
Chile Detains Pakistani After 'Traces Of Explosives' Found RFE/RL 12 May 2010 -- A judge in Chile has ordered a Pakistani man to be held in a high-security prison under counterterrorism laws.
Two Russians detained in German airport on suspicion of plans to hijack plane RIA Novosti 12 May 2010 -- Two Russians were detained in Berlin's Tegel Airport on suspicion of intending to hijack an Air Berlin flight to Moscow.
Policy Official Notes Cybersecurity Challenges AFPS 12 May 2010 -- Putting cybersecurity in place poses significant challenges for the Defense Department, the government as a whole and for critical infrastructure.
DHS-IAIP Daily Open Source Infrastructure Report 12 May 2010 [PDF]
Hillary Clinton statement widely condemned in Pakistan IRNA 11 May 2010 -- Hillary Clinton said that Pakistan was responsible for the alleged plot of bomb blast.
Pakistan court rejects petition on Taliban extradition IRNA 11 May 2010 -- A Pakistani court rejected a petition, seeking orders to prevent the government from extradition of top Afghan Taliban leaders to any foreign country.
Iraqi Officials Blame Al-Qaida for Deadliest Day of Attacks This Year VOA 11 May 2010 -- Iraqi officials have blamed militants linked to al-Qaida for a series of attacks across Iraq that killed at least 110 people.
Security Council anti-terrorism committees move towards greater cooperation UN News Centre 11 May 2010 -- Heads of the three committees set up by the Security Council to support the efforts to combat terrorism reported increased cooperation within the past six months.
Senate confirms Army general to lead new Cyber Command Army News 11 May 2010 -- Defense officials are lauding the Senate's confirmation of Lt. Gen. Keith B. Alexander, director of the National Security Agency, to also lead the new US Cyber Command.
Louisiana Guardsmen Continue Oil Spill Response AFPS 11 May 2010 -- The Louisiana National Guard is conducting around-the-clock operations to fill in a breach near here in support of operations related to the oil spill off the Louisiana coast.
Youngstown Airmen take part in oil spill cleanup AFNS 11 May 2010 -- Two C-130 Hercules aircraft and crews from here are spraying oil-dispersing agents as part of an effort to clean up the massive oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico.
Army North responds to support federal response to oil spill Army News 11 May 2010 -- Several Army North subordinate units deployed to various locations in the southeast US to support the overall federal and commercial response to the oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico.
U.S. Army North (Fifth Army) named senior command at Fort Sam Houston Army News 11 May 2010 -- US Army North (Fifth Army) has received orders from the Secretary of the Army to resume the role of senior mission command at Fort Sam Houston and Camp Bullis.
Navy Medicine Takes a Look Back at Mission in Haiti Navy NewsStand 11 May 2010 -- Navy Medicine, along with personnel from key military commands, NGOs, and interagency partners, came together for an after action review conference.
DHS-IAIP Daily Open Source Infrastructure Report 11 May 2010 [PDF]
Official Emphasizes Importance of Helping Pakistan AFPS 10 May 2010 -- Senior defense official emphasized the importance of U.S. support to Pakistan as it confronts the threat within its borders.
Man Arrested for Possible Attack on Afghan Plane VOA 10 May 2010 -- Afghan officials say authorities have arrested a man for allegedly trying to carry out an attack on a passenger plane.
Navy Reservist Assists FEMA in Oil Spill Cleanup Navy NewsStand 10 May 2010 -- Seven Navy emergency preparedness liaison officers assisting in the cleanup efforts off the Louisiana coast.
DHS-IAIP Daily Open Source Infrastructure Report 10 May 2010 [PDF]
U.S. seeks Pakistan’s help in NY bomb probe IRNA 09 May 2010 -- The United States has formally requested Pakistan to co-operate into the investigation of the failed car-bomb attack in New York Times Square, the country’s Interior Minister said Saturday.
US Officials: Pakistani Taliban Behind NY Bomb Attempt VOA 09 May 2010 -- Top Obama administration officials say the Pakistani Taliban was behind the attempted bombing in New York's Times Square.
Experts on Terrorism Say Time Square Suspect's Radicalization Gradual VOA 08 May 2010 -- U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder says Faisal Shahzad, the Pakistani-American man accused of attempting to bomb Times Square, is providing useful information to investigators, and authorities are pursuing new leads in the case. Holder said Thursday in Washington that although the car bomb failed to detonate, it provided a reminder that terrorists are still plotting to kill Americans.
NSA Mid-South Begins Recovery Effort From Flood Navy NewsStand 07 May 2010 -- After a May 1 flood caused the evacuation of almost 300 families and military personnel on duty, Naval Support Activity (NSA) Mid-South has begun the recovery process in Millington, Tenn.
Military Support Continues on Gulf Coast Navy NewsStand 07 May 2010 -- Military support continues May 7 as part of an interagency response force that's working to clean up an oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico.
Pakistan vows to cooperate in NY Times square bomb inquiry IRNA 07 May 2010 -- Pakistan has strongly condemned the attempted terrorist attack at New York Times Square.
US Supreme Court Closes Famous Entrance VOA 07 May 2010 -- This week, the U.S. Supreme Court closed its front entrance because of security concerns.
Air Force officials support oil containment efforts AFNS 07 May 2010 -- Air Forces Northern officials are providing units to help disperse the spill and mitigate its impact as it makes its way toward the shoreline.
Military Support Continues on Gulf Coast AFPS 07 May 2010 -- Military support continues today as part of an interagency response force that’s working to clean up an oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico.
Kentucky Guard Continues to Fight Floods Waters AFPS 07 May 2010 -- More than 80 members of the Kentucky National Guard remain on duty after last weekend's storms drenched the south-central part of the state with several inches of rain.
DHS-IAIP Daily Open Source Infrastructure Report 07 May 2010 [PDF]
Times Square Bombing Suspect Presents Profiling Enigma RFE/RL 06 May 2010 -- Residents of Mohib Banda appear astonished by the constant stream of journalists descending on their tiny village.
Pakistani Efforts Encouraging, Spokesman Says AFPS 06 May 2010 -- The Defense Department is encouraged by Pakistan’s efforts to go after terrorists within their borders and abroad.
Pakistani Taliban Denies Links to NYC Bomb Suspect VOA 06 May 2010 -- A spokesman for the Pakistani Taliban has denied links to a man who has been charged in a failed car bomb attack in New York City.
Times Square Arrest Reignites Debate over Terror Suspects' Rights VOA 06 May 2010 -- The arrest of a Pakistani-born US citizen in the New York City bombing attempt has reignited debate over the rights of suspects.
U.S. Terror Suspect Skips Court Appearance As No-Fly Rules Are Tightened RFE/RL 06 May 2010 -- Man charged with terrorism in Times Square waived his right to a speedy court arraignment.
Pakistan monitors relatives of NY Times Square bomb suspect IRNA 06 May 2010 -- Pakistan is monitoring relatives of suspect of NY Times Square failed bomb attack suspect Faisal Shahzad but denied any arrest.
Pakistan investigating Shahzad's link to Waziristan IRNA 06 May 2010 -- Pakistan's military warned it had yet to establish a link between Pakistani-American charged with trying to bomb New York and Waziristan.
Bombing Suspect Faisal Shahzad Still being Questioned VOA 06 May 2010 -- US officials: Pakistani-American charged with an attempted car bombing in New York City is cooperating with investigators as they try to determine a motive for the planned attack.
Pentagon: More Needed Against Terrorists in Pakistan VOA 06 May 2010 -- Pentagon spokesman: More aggressive efforts are needed against terrorist safe havens in Pakistan that are home to groups like the Pakistani Taliban.
Pakistani Efforts Encouraging, Spokesman Says AFPS 06 May 2010 -- The Defense Department is encouraged by Pakistan’s efforts to go after terrorists within their borders and abroad.
Remarks by Vice President Biden to the European Parliament The White House 06 May 2010
Indian court awards death sentence for Ajmal Kasab IRNA 06 May 2010 -- The Mumbai Special Court awarded death sentence for Ajmal Amir Kasab, the lone surviving terrorist of Mumbai terror attack on 26 November 2008.
Pakistani Sentenced To Death For Mumbai Terrorist Attacks RFE/RL 06 May 2010 -- An Indian court today sentenced to death a Pakistani man over the 2008 Mumbai terrorist attacks that left more than 160 people dead.
Indian gunman receives death penalty RIA Novosti 06 May 2010 -- Ajmal Amir Kasab, the only gunman captured alive during the 2008 Mumbai terrorist attack in India, was sentenced to death by a special court.
Pakistani National Sentenced to Death for Mumbai Terror Attacks VOA 06 May 2010 -- In India, a Pakistani national convicted for his role in the 2008 terror attacks in Mumbai has been sentenced to death.
Killers of Benazir Bhutto will be exposed: Zardari IRNA 06 May 2010 -- Pakistan President Zardari: Government will pursue investigations into assassination of Benazir Bhutto vigorously.
DHS-IAIP Daily Open Source Infrastructure Report 06 May 2010 [PDF]
Analysts: Times Square Plot May Signify Terrorist Tactical Shift VOA 05 May 2010 -- The stunning events of September 11, 2001, were a potential template for future terrorist attacks.
EADS Defence & Security selects Regenersis for TETRA support in the United Kingdom EADS 05 May 2010 -- EADS Defence & Security (DS) have chosen Regenersis as partner in the United Kingdom to provide first-line support for emergency services and public safety organizations using TETRA radios for mission critical communication.
TSA Purchases L-3 ProVision(TM) Checkpoint Screening Systems L-3 Communications 05 May 2010 -- L-3 Communications (NYSE: LLL) announced today that the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has ordered approximately 200 ProVision advanced imaging technology systems for the screening of passengers at U.S. airport checkpoints. These systems provide TSA with an additional technology to support TSA's layered security approach.
Pakistan Investigating New York Terror Links VOA 05 May 2010 -- Pakistan says it is investigating links between Taliban militants operating in the country and the suspect arrested in New York.
Suspect in Failed NY Bomb Attack Interrogated VOA 05 May 2010 -- US officials: Pakistani-American charged with an attempted car bombing in New York City is cooperating.
Pakistan Army: Taliban Responsibility in Failed NY Attack Unlikely VOA 05 May 2010 -- Pakistan's army does not believe the Pakistani Taliban helped with the failed car bombing in New York City last week.
Pakistan to cooperate in NY's Times Square car bomb plot IRNA 05 May 2010 -- Pakistan will cooperate with the US authorities in the investigation into the attempted car bomb attack in New York City.
Guard Stands Ready for Border Mission, General Says AFPS 05 May 2010 -- Chief of the National Guard Bureau: If civilian leaders decide to include the National Guard in a broader mission on the Southwest border, the National Guard stands ready.
Rescue center members assist with saving 330 lives in Tennessee AFNS 04 May 2010 -- After flash flooding May 1, Air Force Rescue Coordination Center officials worked with the Navy, Coast Guard and local authorities to search for people trapped in buildings at a Navy installation in Millington, Tenn.
DHS-IAIP Daily Open Source Infrastructure Report 05 May 2010 [PDF]
Who Is Faisal Shahzad? RFE/RL 04 May 2010 -- That's the question the US government is trying to answer about the 30-year-old Pakistani-American.
White House Faces Security Questions Linked to Failed New York Bombing Attempt VOA 04 May 2010 -- US authorities are engaged in what the White House calls an active and ongoing investigation.
Suspect in Failed NY Bomb Attack Charged VOA 04 May 2010 -- US authorities have charged a Pakistani-born U.S. citizen with terrorism and attempting to use a weapon of mass destruction.
Gates Approves Federal Money for Guard Units in Gulf AFPS 04 May 2010 -- Defense Secretary Gates has given verbal approval to the governors of Alabama, Mississippi and Florida for Title 32 status.
Coast Guard Cutter Stops in NAS Pensacola Prior to Assisting in Oil Spill Operations Navy NewsStand 04 May 2010 -- The crew of the U.S. Coast Guard cutter USCGC Oak (WLB-211) tested its oil spill recovery system May 3 before leaving Naval Air Station (NAS) Pensacola, Fla., May 4 to assist in oil spill operations in the Gulf of Mexico.
Obama: US Looking for Foreign Terror Ties In New York Bomb Attempt VOA 04 May 2010 -- President Obama: US officials are trying to find out whether the suspect in failed bombing has ties to international groups.
Obama: Failed Attack Underscores Need for Vigilance AFPS 04 May 2010 -- President Obama called failed terror attack in New York a sobering reminder of the need to remain vigilant against terrorists.
U.S. Says Times Square Bomber 'Trained In Pakistan' RFE/RL 04 May 2010 -- US law enforcement authorities have said a man who tried and failed to explode a car bomb in New York City's Times Square attended a terrorist training camp in Pakistan.
Cooperative Effort Led to Arrest in NY Bomb Probe VOA 04 May 2010 -- US Attorney General Holder: Man charged with attempting to set off a car bomb in New York City has admitted involvement and is cooperating.
US: Suspect Admits Role in NY Bomb Attempt VOA 04 May 2010 -- US Attorney General Holder: Pakistani-American Faisal Shahzad has admitted his role in the failed car bombing attempt in New York City.
Attorney General Eric Holder at the Press Conference Regarding the Times Square Attempted Bombing Department of Justice 04 May 2010
Attorney General Eric Holder on the Times Square Investigation Department of Justice 04 May 2010
U.S. Attorney's Office for the Southern District of New York, the Federal Bureau of Investigation, and the New York City Police Department on an Arrest in the Times Square Investigation Department of Justice 04 May 2010
Statement By The Press Secretary Concerning the Times Square Investigation The White House 04 May 2010
Pakistan Vows Cooperation Over Times Square Bomb Investigation VOA 04 May 2010 -- Pakistani officials will cooperate fully with the US in investigation of a Pakistani American arrested in connection with failed bombing.
Suspect Arrested in Connection with Attempted NY Bomb Attack VOA 04 May 2010 -- U.S. government authorities say they have arrested a man suspected of playing a role in last week's failed terrorist bombing attack in New York City's famous Times Square entertainment district.
Sentencing Delayed for Pakistani Convicted in Mumbai Attacks VOA 04 May 2010 -- An Indian court will sentence the Pakistani man convicted of the November 2008 terrorist attacks in Mumbai on Thursday.
Defense Department Ordered to Take Custody of High-Value Detainees DoD 04 May 2010 -- The Department of Defense announced today that two detainees were transferred yesterday from the detention facility at Guantanamo Bay, one each, to the custody and control of the governments of Bulgaria and Spain.
UK loses secret evidence defence in Guantanamo case IRNA 04 May 2010 -- The British government cannot use secret evidence to defend a legal case brought by 6 former Guantanamo detainees over torture allegation.
Louisiana Guard Aids Oil Spill Operations AFPS 04 May 2010 -- Louisiana National Guard members participated in oil-spill response operations at the Breton Sound Marina in Hopedale, La., with St. Bernard Parish officials and workers from a private company called Oil Mop.
Coast Guard Cutter Stops in NAS Pensacola Prior to Assisting in Oil Spill Operations Navy NewsStand 04 May 2010 -- The crew of the U.S. Coast Guard cutter USCGC Oak tested its oil spill recovery system before leaving Naval Air Station Pensacola.
Corps of Engineers trains for earthquake response Army News 04 May 2010 -- Earthquakes in Chile, Haiti, Pakistan, Solomon Islands, Mexico, Indonesia and Italy have shaken the world's awareness with tremors of destruction in the past five years.
DHS-IAIP Daily Open Source Infrastructure Report 04 May 2010 [PDF]
Indian Court Convicts Pakistani Man Of Mumbai Attacks RFE/RL 03 May 2010 -- Court in India pronounced a verdict of guilty on Muhammad Ajmal Kasab, the sole known survivor of terrorists who carried out attacks on Mumbai.
India convicts Mumbai attack terrorist RIA Novosti 03 May 2010 -- A court in India found the only surviving terrorist from a 2008 attack on Mumbai guilty of murder and waging war against India.
Pakistani Gunman Found Guilty for Role in Mumbai Attacks VOA 03 May 2010 -- In India, a court has convicted a Pakistani national for his role in the 2008 terror attacks in Mumbai that killed 166 people.
New York Police Investigate Attempted Car Bombing VOA 03 May 2010 -- In New York, police continue to investigate a car bomb that failed to detonate in the city's central Times Square area.
NYC Police Seek Possible Bomb Suspect VOA 03 May 2010 -- Police in New York City are searching for suspects behind Saturday's failed car bombing in Times Square.
Police See No Evidence of Al Qaida, Taliban Involvement in NYC Bomb Scare VOA 03 May 2010 -- New York City police say there is no evidence that al-Qaida or the Taliban were responsible for Saturday's attempted car bombing in Times Square.
New York police do not confirm Times Square bomb Taliban responsibility claim RIA Novosti 03 May 2010 -- New York police do not confirm the involvement of a Pakistani Taliban group in Saturday's bombing attempt at Times Square.
Microwave oven causes bomb scare at U.S. marathon RIA Novosti 03 May 2010 -- A microwave oven containing what police now say is unlikely to have been an explosive device caused a major bomb scare at the U.S. Pittsburgh Marathon.
National Guard Supports Oil Spill Response AFPS 03 May 2010 -- National Guard soldiers and airmen are on the ground in Louisiana, Alabama and Florida supporting civilian authorities tackling the Deepwater Horizon oil spill response.
Military Supports Federal Oil Spill Response AFPS 03 May 2010 -- Navy Adm. Mike Mullen reiterated the Defense Department’s commitment to work hand-in-glove with other U.S. agencies to reduce the slick’s environmental impact.
NAS Pensacola Personnel Training for Oil Cleanup Navy NewsStand 03 May 2010 -- Sailors and Marines from Naval Air Station Pensacola have come together to prepare to clean up the aftermath of the Deepwater Horizon oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico April 20.
Guard Responds to Storm Damage, Water Main Break AFPS 03 May 2010 -- Severe storms ripped through several southern states over the weekend, leaving floods and damage throughout the region.
DHS-IAIP Daily Open Source Infrastructure Report 03 May 2010 [PDF]
Air Guard Units Prepare for Wildfire Season AFPS 02 May 2010 -- Wildfires in the western United States are an all too common occurrence during the dry months of summer.
U.S. Calls Failed NYC 'Bomb 'Potential Terrorist Act' RFE/RL 02 May 2010 -- Federal officials in the United States are treating a bomb found in a parked car in New York’s Times Square as a potential terrorist attack.
Pakistani Taliban claim responsibility for bombing attempt in New York RIA Novosti 02 May 2010 -- Pakistani Taliban militants have claimed the responsibility for the attempt to detonate a bomb at the New York Time Square, the Long War Journal said citing a Taliban website.
Attempt to detonate bomb at New York Times Square is potential terrorist attack - U.S. authorities RIA Novosti 02 May 2010 -- An attempt to detonate a bomb at the New York Times Square was an one-off event and is considered by the U.S. government as a potential terrorist attack and is perceived very seriously, the U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security Janet Napolitano said.
New York police defuse car bomb in Times Square RIA Novosti 02 May 2010 -- New York police defused a bomb found inside a sport utility vehicle that caused the evacuation of people from Times Square on Saturday night, the police chief said on Sunday.
Manhunt Underway for Suspected Would-be NYC Car Bomber VOA 02 May 2010 -- New York City Police disarmed a bomb inside a sport utility vehicle in the city's busy theater district on Saturday night, avoiding what officials say could have been a "very deadly event." Law enforcement officials are looking through hours of video surveillance tapes and examining other evidence to find the person responsible for what authorities say could have been an act of terrorism.
Mayor: New York 'Lucky' Car Bomb Did Not Explode VOA 02 May 2010 -- Authorities in New York City are viewing security camera footage and examining other evidence to determine who may have tried to set off a car bomb in the Times Square entertainment district.

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