September 2010 Security News

Airbus Military to manage Spanish customs service aircraft fleet. EADS 30 Sep 2010 -- Airbus Military has been contracted by the Spanish Customs Service (Dirección General de la Agencia Estatal de Administración Tributaria, DAVA) to undertake the management, operation and support of the service’s fleet of six C212 surveillance aircraft. Following refurbishment, the first of these aircraft will begin operations early next month under the new arrangement.
Europol: Islamist Groups 'Active' in Europe VOA 30 Sep 2010 -- Europe's top police chief warns that Islamist terror groups are "active" in Europe.
CIA chief in Pakistan for anti-terror talks IRNA 30 Sep 2010 -- CIA Chief Leon Panetta in Islamabad for talks with Pakistan's civil and military leadership on security issues.
Second car bomb defused in Russian south RIA Novosti 30 Sep 2010 -- Bomb technicians defused another car bomb in the southern Russian city of Stavropol.
Tower blocks, school evacuated over south Russia car bomb RIA Novosti 30 Sep 2010 -- Two residential blocks and a school were evacuated in Stavropol after police found a car bomb nearby.
Deputy Secretary of Defense Lynn Remarks on Cyber Security DoD 30 Sep 2010
DHS-IAIP Daily Open Source Infrastructure Report 30 Sep 2010 [PDF]
Jury Selection Begins in Guantanamo Bay Detainee Trial VOA 29 Sep 2010 -- Selection of a jury began in a New York courtroom in the first civilian trial of a terrorism suspect once held at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba.
National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency Awards Raytheon $88.7 Million Information Assurance Services Contract Raytheon 29 Sep 2010 -- The National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) has awarded Raytheon Company (NYSE: RTN) a one-year, $30 million extension for the Information Assurance Services (IAS) contract. If all option years are exercised, the total value of this extension will be $88.7 million.
Commando-Style Terror Plot Targeted Europe VOA 29 Sep 2010 -- Al-Qaida allegedly has been planning a major terror attack aimed at Germany, Britain and France.
Terror Plot Reportedly Uncovered In Europe RFE/RL 29 Sep 2010 -- Western intelligence agencies are reportedly tracking a plot to carry out terrorist attacks in Britain, France, and Germany.
Mumbai-style terror attacks on Europe thwarted - media RIA Novosti 29 Sep 2010 -- Intelligence agencies have prevented a series of terrorist attacks on Britain, France and Germany.
Clan Rivalry Complicates Terrorism Fight in Puntland VOA 29 Sep 2010 -- The United States says it is planning to boost ties with Somalia's two autonomous regions Somaliland and Puntland.
Pakistan Investigates Reported Al-Qaeda Leader Death RFE/RL 29 Sep 2010 -- Pakistan is investigating reports that a U.S. drone missile strike killed a senior Al-Qaeda commander.
Al-Qaeda chief in Pakistan dies in U.S. drone strike IRNA 29 Sep 2010 -- Pakistani media reported that al-Qaeda chief in the country, Sheikh Al-Fatah, has been killed in a US drone attack in North Waziristan.
Pakistan must rein in terrorism, top Indian official tells UN UN News Centre 29 Sep 2010 -- India's FM issued a call for Pakistan to fulfil its commitment of acting against terrorists.
Mumbai gunman appeals against death penalty RIA Novosti 29 Sep 2010 -- Ajmal Amir Kasab, the gunman captured alive during the 2008 Mumbai attack, has challenged his death penalty.
Tight security in Indian capital against aerial threats IRNA 29 Sep 2010 -- Delhi was brought under a heavy security blanket to protect it from any aerial threat ahead of the Commonwealth Games.
Transmitting virus to Iran systems, in vain IRNA 29 Sep 2010 -- Head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran Ali-Akbar Salehi: enemies' efforts to spread the computer virus out to the Iranian nuclear systems were in vain.
Minister: US seeks to launch cyber warfare against Iran IRNA 29 Sep 2010 -- Minister of Communications and Information Technology Taghipour: US and other enemies are to launch a cyber warfare against Iran.
Adimmune to start clinical tests on flu vaccines in EU CNA 29 Sep 2010 -- Adimmune Corp., Taiwan's only human vaccine manufacturer will start clinical tests in the EU in October.
DHS-IAIP Daily Open Source Infrastructure Report 29 Sep 2010 [PDF]
Northrop Grumman Wins $2.63 Billion Information Technology Integration Project for the U.S. Department of Homeland Security Headquarters Northrop Grumman 28 Sep 2010 -- Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE:NOC) has been awarded a $2.63 billion task order by the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) to install a campus-wide information technology (IT) infrastructure for secure communications and operations at the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) St. Elizabeths headquarters in Washington, D.C.
Senior Al-Qaida Leader Killed in Pakistan VOA 28 Sep 2010 -- Pakistani officials say suspected U.S. missile strikes in the country's northwestern tribal region have killed a senior al-Qaida leader, Sheikh al-Fateh.
Afghan Minister Urges New War On Terror Networks RFE/RL 28 Sep 2010 -- Afghanistan's foreign minister has warned NATO and other allies that winning the war on terrorism will take a truly global effort.
Fight against terror must target sponsors, supporters: India IRNA 28 Sep 2010 -- India has said the fight against 'one of the greatest scourges' of the modern times should ensure that not only terrorists targeted.
Security Council Calls For Coordinated Action Against Terrorism RFE/RL 28 Sep 2010 -- The United Nations Security Council sought to assume an increased role in international counterterrorism efforts.
Analysts: Stuxnet Raises Concerns About Vulnerability of Nuclear, Industrial Facilties VOA 28 Sep 2010 -- A powerful computer virus called the Stuxnet worm has apparently targeted Iran's Bushehr nuclear power plant.
DHS-IAIP Daily Open Source Infrastructure Report 28 Sep 2010 [PDF]
Afghanistan issues call at UN for end to State financing of terrorist groups UN News Centre 27 Sep 2010 -- Afghanistan’s Foreign Minister underlined the need for both States and non-State actors to cut off their financing for Al-Qaida at the United Nations.
UNSC stresses need for collective action to combat terrorism UN News Centre 27 Sep 2010 -- The UNSC stressed the need to enhance collective efforts to defeat scourge that is not unique to any country or region.
Navy Medicine Conducts SHOTEX to Prepare for Flu Season Navy NewsStand 27 Sep 2010 -- Flu season has arrived and the Navy Bureau of Medicine and Surgery responded with a flu vaccination exercise.
UN Security Council Meeting on Threats to International Peace and Security US Dept. of State 27 Sep 2010
DHS-IAIP Daily Open Source Infrastructure Report 27 Sep 2010 [PDF]
Official: Iran’s nuclear sites safe from Stuxnet cyber warfare IRNA 26 Sep 2010 -- Deputy Chairman of Iran’s Atomic Energy Organization for Safety, Protection and Security M. Zarean said on Sunday that Stuxnet cyber worm has not hit Iran’s nuclear site or softwares.
Iran: Computer Malware Attacked, Failed to Harm Nuclear Plant VOA 26 Sep 2010 -- The head of Iran's Bushehr nuclear power plant has confirmed a computer worm infected some of the facility's software, but says the plant's main systems are all safe.
Building work force top challenge for Cyber Command Army News 25 Sep 2010 -- Building the cyber force is the biggest challenge for the new U.S. Cyber Command, the agency's commander told congress.
Somali President Urges International Help to Fight Terrorism VOA 25 Sep 2010 -- Somalia's president has urged the international community to address threats posed by the Somali terrorist group al-Shabab, an affiliate of al-Qaida.
President: US must prove 9/11 event was masterminded by terrorists IRNA 25 Sep 2010 -- President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad on Saturday called for formation of fact-finding team to re-examine the September 11 incident to prove that that was work of terrorist groups and this requires collective contribution of the US administration.
Iran's president does not consider his 9/11 comments insulting RIA Novosti 25 Sep 2010 -- Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said he does not consider insulting the comments about the 9/11 attacks he made at the UN General Assembly, and called for establishing a special tribunal to investigate into the 9/11 tragedy.
Dominica draws UN attention to threat from arms and drugs in the Caribbean UN News Centre 25 Sep 2010 -- Dominica’s President told the General Assembly today that a growing trade in illicit small and light weapons in the Caribbean, which he linked to drug smuggling, threatened peace and security in the region as he urged larger countries to help combat the problem.
Police Release Man in Pakistani Plane Incident VOA 25 Sep 2010 -- Swedish police have released a man held in connection with a bomb threat aboard a Pakistani airliner that was diverted to Stockholm early Saturday.
Russia, NATO should step up ties to tackle Afghan drug threat - Lavrov RIA Novosti 25 Sep 2010 -- Moscow is ready to consider different forms of cooperation with NATO, including cooperation under the Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO), so to tackle the Afghan drug threat, Russian Foreign Minister told Rossia 1 TV channel on Saturday.
France Believes Hostages Captured in Niger Are Still Alive VOA 25 Sep 2010 -- France's defense minister says there is "every reason" to believe the five French nationals held captive by al-Qaida-linked militants in Niger are alive.
White House: Cleric Lawsuit Would Reveal 'State Secrets' VOA 25 Sep 2010 -- The White House asked a federal judge early Saturday to dismiss a lawsuit filed on behalf of a U.S.-born radical cleric, saying the case would reveal state secrets.
Building work force top challenge for Cyber Command Army News 25 Sep 2010 -- Building the cyber force is the biggest challenge for the new U.S. Cyber Command, the agency's commander told congress.
Alexander Details U.S. Cyber Command Gains AFPS 24 Sep 2010 -- Establishing U.S. Cyber Command closed the gap that prevented the Defense Department from defending its crucial information networks, the organization’s commander told the House Armed Services Committee yesterday.
Guard Responds to Floods in Wisconsin, Minnesota AFPS 24 Sep 2010 -- National Guard troops are assisting local authorities in Wisconsin and Minnesota today after heavy rains caused flooding in low-lying areas of both states.
DHS-IAIP Daily Open Source Infrastructure Report 24 Sep 2010 [PDF]
Cybercom Chief Details Cyberspace Defense AFPS 23 Sep 2010 -- U.S. Cyber Command stands ready to defend Defense Department networks, but laws and policies must be updated to protect the nation, the organization’s commander said yesterday.
Central America under threat from tentacles of drug trade, UN debate hears UN News Centre 23 Sep 2010 -- Drug cartels now threaten the basic stability and social fabric of many Central American countries, Costa Rica’s President told the United Nations today, warning that the battle against narco-trafficking can only be won if nations worldwide overhaul their current strategies.
Regional cooperation vital to combating drug trafficking, Tajik leader tells UN UN News Centre 23 Sep 2010 -- Curbing illegal drug trafficking requires regional cooperation to tackle root causes, Tajikistan’s President told the General Assembly today, spotlighting recent efforts by several nations to counteract the threats posed by terrorism and narcotics.
War cannot end terrorism, Qatar’s Emir tells UN high-level debate UN News Centre 23 Sep 2010 -- Waging war against terrorism has not succeeded in achieving security, peace or prosperity, Qatar’s Emir told the General Assembly today.
France Calls on Al-Qaida-linked Group to Make Hostage Release Demand VOA 23 Sep 2010 -- France's Defense Minister Herve Morin called Thursday for the North African militant group al-Qaida in the Islamic Maghreb to make its demands for the release of five French nationals and two other foreigners kidnapped in Niger last week.
African Al-Qaida Group Targeting Foreign Companies to Build Popular Support VOA 23 Sep 2010 -- As African terrorists affiliated with al-Qaida target corporate interests in the Sahel as part of a campaign to boost popular support, regional governments are trying to better coordinate their response.
DHS-IAIP Daily Open Source Infrastructure Report 23 Sep 2010 [PDF]
Lockheed Martin and ZyGEM Accelerate DNA Identification for Law Enforcement, Homeland Security and Defense Communities Lockheed Martin 22 Sep 2010 -- Lockheed Martin [NYSE: LMT] and ZyGEM Corp. Ltd. today are unveiling a new DNA analysis system that has potential to transform how law enforcement, homeland security and defense communities use DNA-based identification in support of their missions.
UN anti-crime body lauds Gabon’s accession to trafficking treaties UN News Centre 22 Sep 2010 -- The head of the United Nations crime watchdog today applauded the accession by Gabon to treaties on human and arms trafficking, noting that the move will help strengthen peace and security in Central Africa.
Yemeni Soldiers Killed in Offensive Against Suspected al-Qaida Members VOA 22 Sep 2010 -- Yemen's government says four of its soldiers have been killed in a continuing offensive against suspected members of al Qaida in the Arabian Peninsula. The government has laid siege to a southern town in a bid to capture the suspects, thought to number in the dozens.
French Police: Al-Qaida Could Hit France VOA 22 Sep 2010 -- French police suspect that al-Qaida affiliates in North Africa may be plotting a major bomb attack on a crowded target in France.
FBI Chief: Al-Qaida 'Unwavering' in Efforts to Attack US VOA 22 Sep 2010 -- The head of the U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigation says al-Qaida's efforts to carry out high-profile attacks on the United States since September 11, 2001, have been "unwavering."
Guantanamo prisoner seeking legal action on CIA torture in Poland IRNA 22 Sep 2010 -- A prisoner at the notorious US detention camp on Guantanamo Bay is seeking legal action for his mistreatment at an alleged secret jail in Poland, news reports said here Wednesday.
DHS-IAIP Daily Open Source Infrastructure Report 22 Sep 2010 [PDF]
BAE Systems to Provide Cyber Security to FBI in $40 Million Order BAE Systems 21 Sep 2010 -- BAE Systems was selected to provide critical information security safeguards, including certification and accreditation, to ensure the confidentiality and privacy of FBI computer networks in the United States and around the world.
DHS-IAIP Daily Open Source Infrastructure Report 21 Sep 2010 [PDF]
Guard presence on border deters threats Army News 17 Sep 2010 -- The presence of National Guard troops along the Southwest border has provided U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents with an additional resource to counter drug smuggling, human trafficking and other threats along the border, senior Guard officials said this week.
Safran enters into a definitive agreement with L-1 Identity Solutions for the purchase of L-1 biometrics and ID management solutions businesses Safran 20 Sep 2010 -- Safran (NYSE Euronext Paris: SAF) announced today that it has entered into a definitive agreement with L-1 Identity Solutions (NYSE: ID), a leading identity management provider in the United States, for Safran to acquire the operating and holding company of L-1 and its biometric and enterprise access solutions, secure credentialing solutions and enrollment services businesses, for a total cash amount of USD 1.09 billion. These businesses had 2009 revenue of USD 436 million and recorded a backlog of USD 1.1 billion at end of 2009. The transaction would create an industry-leading provider of solutions for the fast-growing high-tech homeland security market and generate strong growth in revenue and earnings, while yielding significant operating synergies.
CASSIDIAN reinforces its Cyber Security expertise through the acquisition of UK Cyber Consultancy EADS 20 Sep 2010 -- CASSIDIAN successfully acquired Regency IT Consulting on 19th August strengthening the company’s cyber capabilities in the UK. The acquisition will ensure that CASSIDIAN stays at the forefront of cyber security expertise and insights into emerging threats.
DHS-IAIP Daily Open Source Infrastructure Report 20 Sep 2010 [PDF]
5 Arrested on Alleged Threat to Pope VOA 17 Sep 2010 -- Five men have been arrested by the Metropolitan Police in London, suspected of preparing an attack against Pope Benedict who is on a state visit to Britain.
France Suspects Al-Qaida Behind Niger Kidnappings VOA 17 Sep 2010 -- France's foreign minister says his country suspects that al-Qaida's North African wing is responsible for the kidnapping in Niger.
MI5: Somalia, Yemen Pose Increasing Threat to Security VOA 17 Sep 2010 -- The head of Britain's security services has said al-Qaida plots targeting Britain are increasingly originating from Somalia and Yemen.
UK faces growing terror threat in N Ireland, security chief warns IRNA 17 Sep 2010 -- Britain faces a growing threat of terrorist attacks from dissident Irish republicans.
Guard Presence on Border Deters Threats AFPS 17 Sep 2010 -- The presence of National Guard troops along the Southwest border has provided US Customs and Border Protection agents with an additional resource.
Iranian internet group hacks series of US official websites IRNA 17 Sep 2010 -- An Iranian internet group, Ashyaneh, serially hacked a group of the US official websites.
DHS-IAIP Daily Open Source Infrastructure Report 17 Sep 2010 [PDF]
Detainee Transfer Announced DoD 16 Sep 2010
First ex-Guantanamo detainee arrives in Germany IRNA 16 Sep 2010 -- A former detainee of the notorious Guantanamo Bay US prison camp arrived in Hamburg, the first of 2inmates to be accepted by Germany.
Presidential Memorandum--Major Illicit Drug Transit or Major Illicit Drug Producing Countries The White House 16 Sep 2010
General Dynamics Awarded $5 Million by Department of Homeland Security to Integrate Airport Screening Equipment General Dynamics 16 Sep 2010 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Transportation Security Administration (TSA) awarded General Dynamics Advanced Information Systems a $4.7 million contract for the first year of a multi-year award for Phase II of the Security Technology Integrated Program (STIP). If all options on this award are exercised, the total contract value will be $13.3 million. The STIP Phase II Development Program will continue the integration of the nation’s transportation security equipment and expand the existing STIP system that was developed and deployed in Phase I. General Dynamics Advanced Information Systems is a business unit of General Dynamics (NYSE: GD).
Air National Guardsmen safeguard Combined Endeavor network Army News 16 Sep 2010 -- Airman from the 102nd Network Warfare Squadron are learning to protect computer operating systems.
DHS-IAIP Daily Open Source Infrastructure Report 16 Sep 2010 [PDF]
US Embassy in Jordan Warns of Threat Around Aqaba VOA 15 Sep 2010 -- The U.S. Embassy in Jordan is warning of a "possible imminent threat" to Americans in the southern port city of Aqaba.
Al-Qaida's Number 2 Assails Pakistani Government VOA 15 Sep 2010 -- Al-Qaida's number-two leader says Pakistan's flood relief efforts have been a failure and urged Pakistanis to confront their government.
Remarks on NATO Cyber Security at the Security Defense Allaince DoD 15 Sep 2010
NATO's Sense of Purpose on Cybersecurity Impresses Lynn AFPS 15 Sep 2010 -- Deputy Defense Secretary William J. Lynn III encouraged by the sense of purpose on cybersecurity he has found during his visit to NATO and SHAPE.
Lynn Explains U.S. Cybersecurity Strategy AFPS 15 Sep 2010 -- Deputy Defense Secretary William J. Lynn III detailed the Defense Department’s new cybersecurity strategy.
Lynn Details Threats to U.S., NATO Cybersecurity AFPS 15 Sep 2010 -- If it’s not protected, the great technological superiority the United States and NATO enjoy also could be a great vulnerability, Deputy Defense Secretary William J. Lynn III said.
DHS-IAIP Daily Open Source Infrastructure Report 15 Sep 2010 [PDF]
Spain Arrests 9 Suspected ETA Separatists VOA 14 Sep 2010 -- Spanish security forces have arrested 9 people with suspected ties to ETA in biggest sweep since group announced a cease-fire earlier in the month.
Lynn Discusses Cybersecurity with NATO Allies AFPS 14 Sep 2010 -- Deputy Defense Secretary William J. Lynn III has arrived here for discussions with NATO leaders.
649th MPs aid counterdrug efforts Army News 14 Sep 2010 -- Soldiers' job, working in conjunction with members of 21 government agencies, to reclaim this land as part of Operation Trident.
Naval Hospital Bremerton Conducts Influenza Vaccination Exercise Navy NewsStand 14 Sep 2010 -- Naval Hospital Bremerton partnered with Naval Base Kitsap and local tenant commands to administer a mass influenza vaccination.
DHS-IAIP Daily Open Source Infrastructure Report 14 Sep 2010 [PDF]
Christmas Day Bomb Suspect to Represent Himself in Court VOA 13 Sep 2010 -- A Nigerian man charged with trying to blow up an Amsterdam-to-Detroit flight on December 25 fired his lawyers.
Over 10,000 terrorism stops carried out at UK ports IRNA 13 Sep 2010 -- An increasing number of people are being stopped at UK ports under emergency terrorism powers.
24th Air Force ready for full operations AFNS 13 Sep 2010 -- The Headquarters Air Force Space Command Inspector General team concluded a four-day, full operational capability assessment of 24th Air Force units.
Nevada, Other US States, See Drop in Illegal Immigrants VOA 13 Sep 2010 -- The Pew Hispanic Center reports that the number of illegal immigrants in the United States has dropped.
Imam: Islamic Center to Promote Mutual Respect VOA 13 Sep 2010 -- The man behind the proposed Islamic Center in New York says the dispute over its construction has turned into a much larger controversy.
DHS-IAIP Daily Open Source Infrastructure Report 13 Sep 2010 [PDF]
British troops investigated for drug smuggling in Afghanistan IRNA 13 Sep 2010 -- Military police were reported to be investigating claims that British soldiers may have been involved in heroin trafficking in Afghanistan.
The Army response to Hurricane Katrina Army News 12 Sep 2010 -- As Hurricane Katrina approached landfall, there was a palpable, collective sigh of relief across the Gulf Coast.
US Marks 9-11 Anniversary VOA 11 Sep 2010 -- The United States is marking nine years since the 9-11 terrorist attacks on New York and Washington. The anniversary comes amid controversy over plans for an Islamic center near Ground Zero and a threat to burn the Quran.
Obama Commemorates 9/11 in Weekly Address AFPS 11 Sep 2010 -- On the ninth anniversary of the terrorist attacks on the United States, President Barack Obama today used his weekly address to the nation to commemorate the tragedy.
U.S. Commemorates 9/11 Victims RFE/RL 11 Sep 2010 -- Ceremonies in the United States have been held to remember the nearly 3,000 people killed in the 9/11 attacks, as religious tensions marred the run-up to the tragedy's ninth anniversary.
President Obama Lays Wreath at Pentagon in 9-11 Observance VOA 11 Sep 2010 -- U.S. President Barack Obama has laid a wreath at the Pentagon, outside Washington, DC, in remembrance of those killed there in a terrorist attack by a hijacked plane on September 11, 2001.
New ISR group supports cyber operations AFNS 10 Sep 2010 -- The 659th Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance Group was activated Sept. 8 during a ceremony here.
On Eve Of 9/11 Anniversary, American Muslims Face Renewed Climate Of Suspicion RFE/RL 10 Sep 2010 -- not only in the public understanding of Islam but in the recognition that being Muslim is not incompatible with being American.
DHS-IAIP Daily Open Source Infrastructure Report 10 Sep 2010 [PDF]
Northcom Weighs Probability, Consequences of Threats AFPS 09 Sep 2010 -- How U.S. Northern Command balances its assets in protecting the homeland is a matter of gauging the probability and potential consequences of threats, the new Northcom commander said today.
General Assembly stresses global cooperation and dialogue to combat terrorism UN News Centre 09 Sep 2010 -- United Nations Member States must work together to combat international terrorism, one of the most serious threats to global peace and security, the General Assembly says, stressing the need for dialogue and the involvement of regional organizations and civil society in counter-terrorism measures.
Obama: Quran Burning is Recruiting Tool For Al-Qaida VOA 09 Sep 2010 -- U.S. President Barack Obama says an American pastor's plan to burn Qurans outside his Florida church on September 11 would be a recruiting tool for al-Qaida.
DHS-IAIP Daily Open Source Infrastructure Report 09 Sep 2010 [PDF]
Ban urges wider global partnerships to implement UN anti-terrorism strategy UN News Centre 08 Sep 2010 -- Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon is urging stronger partnerships between the United Nations, governments, regional organizations and civil society in an effort to implement provisions of the UN global strategy against terrorism to enhance international peace and security.
New York Imam Says Islamic Center Will Proceed VOA 08 Sep 2010 -- The U.S. imam leading plans for an Islamic center near the site of the September 11 terrorist attacks in New York says the project will continue.
DHS-IAIP Daily Open Source Infrastructure Report 08 Sep 2010 [PDF]
Cyber Task Force Passes Mission to Cyber Command AFPS 07 Sep 2010 -- After spending the better part of the past decade defending the Defense Department’s computer networks, the Joint Task Force Global Network Operations command cased its colors.
Border mission 'not unique' for Guardsmen Army News 07 Sep 2010 -- Almost 1,100 National Guard members are on duty on the Southwest border performing a mission that is very familiar to many of them, a Guard official said today.
Press Conference on United Nations Counter-terrorism Efforts United Nations 07 Sep 2010
UN official calls on nations to ramp up action against terrorism UN News Centre 07 Sep 2010 -- A senior United Nations official today urged nations to double their efforts to implement all four pillars of the world body’s Global Counter-Terrorism Strategy, emphasizing the need to shore up ‘soft’ power measures to combat terrorism.
Border mission 'not unique' for Guardsmen Army News 07 Sep 2010 -- Almost 1,100 National Guard members are on duty on the Southwest border performing a mission that is very familiar to many of them, a Guard official said today.
Press Conference on United Nations Counter-terrorism Efforts United Nations 07 Sep 2010
UN official calls on nations to ramp up action against terrorism UN News Centre 07 Sep 2010 -- A senior United Nations official today urged nations to double their efforts to implement all four pillars of the world body’s Global Counter-Terrorism Strategy, emphasizing the need to shore up ‘soft’ power measures to combat terrorism.
UN unveils new scheme to boost Central Asia’s fight against terrorism UN News Centre 07 Sep 2010 -- The United Nations today launched a new initiative aimed at strengthening efforts to assist Central Asian countries in their efforts to combat terrorism.
UK to review US extradition treaty IRNA 07 Sep 2010 -- Home Secretary Teresa May has confirmed that Britain’s coalition government is to carry out an independent review of the controversial extradition treaty with the US, which critics say is unbalanced in favour of Washington.
DHS-IAIP Daily Open Source Infrastructure Report 07 Sep 2010 [PDF]
Spain Dismisses ETA Ceasefire VOA 06 Sep 2010 -- Spain's Interior Minister said Monday a ceasefire declaration from the Basque separatist group ETA is "insufficient". The armed group announced its ceasefire on Sunday.
Amnesty International Asks Britain to Repeal Terror Laws VOA 06 Sep 2010 -- Human rights in Britain have been eroded during the past 10 years in a badly judged bid to limit the terror threat, that is according to the international body Amnesty International.
Amnesty calls for sweeping changes to UK terror laws IRNA 06 Sep 2010 -- Amnesty International has written to the UK government to ensure that a promised review of counter-terrorism and security powers will recommend immediate reform of measures that have seriously undermined human rights in the last decade.
Spain's Basque Separatists Declare Cease-Fire VOA 05 Sep 2010 -- The Basque separatist group ETA has issued a video declaring a cease-fire.
Coast Guard unit recognized in counter-drug operation success USMC News 03 Sep 2010 -- The Coast Guard Pacific Tactical Law Enforcement Team was awarded the United States Interdiction Coordinator Award at the bay View Restaurant, here, Aug. 19. Patrick Ward, acting deputy director for supply reduction and United States interdiction coordinator, presented the PACTACLET the award for their success in counter-drug operations in 2009.
UN chief deplores deadly attacks against Pakistan's Shiite Muslims UN News Centre 03 Sep 2010 -- Secretary-General Ban condemned the bombings which struck the Pakistani cities of Lahore and Quetta.
Bombings Target Pakistan Religious Minorities RFE/RL 03 Sep 2010 -- Police in Pakistan say more than 50 people were killed today in two suicide bomb attacks targeting religious minorities in separate cities.
Suicide Bombing at Pakistan Shi'ite Rally Kills 53 VOA 03 Sep 2010 -- A suspected suicide bomber struck a pro-Palestinian rally in southwestern Pakistan, killing at least 50 people and wounding scores of others.
Suicide Blast Hits Pakistan Minority Mosque RFE/RL 03 Sep 2010 -- There are reports of several dead and many other casualties after a suicide attacker struck at a mosque belonging to a minority sect.
Suicide Bombing at Pakistan Shi'ite Rally Kills 43 VOA 03 Sep 2010 -- Pakistani officials say a suicide bombing killed at least 43 people in the second attack on the country's Shi'ite minority this week.
Deadly Bomb Blast Hits Shi'ite Rally In Pakistan RFE/RL 03 Sep 2010 -- A deadly bomb blast has hit a Shi'ite rally in Pakistan's southwestern city of Quetta.
Suicide Car Bomber Hits Tajik Police Station RFE/RL 03 Sep 2010 -- Officials say a suicide car-bomb attack at a police station in the northern Tajik city of Khujand has killed at least one policeman and injured 25.
Number of injured in Tajikistan police station blast rises to 30 RIA Novosti 03 Sep 2010 -- The number of people injured in explosion at a police station in northern Tajikistan has risen to 30.
Twenty five injured as Tajik police building hit by car bomb RIA Novosti 03 Sep 2010 -- Twenty five people were seriously injured when a suspected suicide car bomb hit a police building in Tajikistan's second largest city of Khujand.
Border Mission 'Not Unique' for Guardsmen AFPS 03 Sep 2010 -- Almost 1,100 National Guard members are on duty on the Southwest border performing a mission that is very familiar to many of them.
DHS-IAIP Daily Open Source Infrastructure Report 03 Sep 2010 [PDF]
Pakistan army cancels trip to the US over security checks IRNA 02 Sep 2010 -- Pakistan army said Wednesday it has cancelled an official trip to USA after US authorities humiliated members of the delegation.
U.S. Adds Pakistan Taliban To Annual Terror List RFE/RL 02 Sep 2010 -- The US State Department has added the Pakistani Taliban to its annual list of foreign terrorist organizations.
Pakistani Officials Caution Against Large Outdoor Religious Ceremonies VOA 02 Sep 2010 -- Top officials in Pakistan are urging Muslim communities in the country not to hold outdoor religious meetings.
Pakistani Taliban claim responsibility for Lahore attacks IRNA 02 Sep 2010 -- Banned Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan claimed responsibility for two suicide attacks on processions of Shi'a Muslims in Lahore.
Bombing of Pakistan Religious Procession Kills 33, Injures 250 VOA 02 Sep 2010 -- Pakistani officials say the number of people killed in bombing of a Shi'ite religious procession has risen to 33, with another 250 wounded.
Two suicide attacks kill 30 in Pakistan IRNA 02 Sep 2010 -- Two suicide bombers while targeting Shi'a Muslims in Pakistani city of Lahore killed at least 30 people and injured many more.
Series of blasts kill 18 in Pakistan: official IRNA 02 Sep 2010 -- Series of three blasts Wednesady targeting Shi'a Muslims in Pakistani city of Lahore killed at least 18 people and injured many more.
Activation of space operations group feted at Tyndall AFNS 02 Sep 2010 -- Members of the 601st Air and Space Operations Center held a ceremony Aug. 21 to commemorate the activation of the 101st Air and Space Operations Group.
DHS-IAIP Daily Open Source Infrastructure Report 02 Sep 2010 [PDF]
US Designates Pakistani Taliban as FTO VOA 01 Sep 2010 -- The US has designated the Pakistani Taliban as a foreign terrorist organization and charged its leader with conspiracy to murder U.S. citizens abroad.
Dutch Free Two Men Held in Terror Scare VOA 01 Sep 2010 -- Dutch prosecuting authorities have freed two Yemeni men arrested in Amsterdam on suspicion of terrorism.
Russia expects progress from NATO on drugs trafficking RIA Novosti 01 Sep 2010 -- Russian FM Lavrov: Russia expects significant progress from NATO in the fight against Afghan drug trafficking.
Counterterrorism Expert Calls for New National Cyber Defense Policy Navy NewsStand 01 Sep 2010 -- A lecture about the national cyber defense policy was held at the Naval Postgraduate School.
AFNORTH EPLOs deploying for Hurricane Earl AFNS 01 Sep 2010 -- Officials from the Air Forces Northern National Emergency Preparedness Directorate are deploying emergency preparedness liaison officers.
Navy Expeditionary Logistics Support Group Takes No Chances with Earl Navy NewsStand 01 Sep 2010 -- Safety preparations by Navy Expeditionary Logistics Support Group, Cheatham Annex, include breaking down tent camp.
Defense Department Prepares for Hurricane Earl Response AFPS 01 Sep 2010 -- The Defense Department is ready to respond should Hurricane Earl’s projected landfall this weekend bring disaster to the Atlantic coast.
DHS-IAIP Daily Open Source Infrastructure Report 01 Sep 2010 [PDF]

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