Global War on Terrorism
Explore documents, analyses and commentary on the events of September 11, 2001, the decision to wage a war on terror, and the consequences of the war from military and diplomatic perspectives. Also, keep up with the most relevant web content on the war's human and economic costs: U.S. casualties, Guantanamo Bay detainees, and defense spending and contracting.
Five Myths about Al Qaeda Terrorist Financing & Money Laundering
Terrorist financing is by its nature a mysterious endeavor, and elaborate myths about Al Qaeda's terrorist financing and money laundering abound. Here's the truth about Osama bin Laden's personal fortune, whether blood diamonds funded the September 11, 2001 attacks ... and more.
Terrorist financing is by its nature a mysterious endeavor, and elaborate myths about Al Qaeda's terrorist financing and money laundering abound. Here's the truth about Osama bin Laden's personal fortune, whether blood diamonds funded the September 11, 2001 attacks ... and more.
Guantanamo Bay Timeline
The Guantanamo Bay Detention Camp was established to hold suspected Taliban and Al Qaeda members following the U.S. invasion of Afghanistan in 2001. The treatment and status of Guantanamo Bay detainees has been highly disputed ever since.
The Guantanamo Bay Detention Camp was established to hold suspected Taliban and Al Qaeda members following the U.S. invasion of Afghanistan in 2001. The treatment and status of Guantanamo Bay detainees has been highly disputed ever since.
In Somalia, U.S. War against Terrorism Backfires
The U.S. war against terror in Somalia is composed primarily of military action against Al Shebab, an Islamist militia. This strategy is backfiring, and helping to lead to more instability. A more fruitful strategy would treat humanitarian and political issues as interconnected.
The U.S. war against terror in Somalia is composed primarily of military action against Al Shebab, an Islamist militia. This strategy is backfiring, and helping to lead to more instability. A more fruitful strategy would treat humanitarian and political issues as interconnected.
Public Diplomacy and the War on Terror: Pentagon Head Gates Wants Civilian Help
In November, 2007, Pentagon head Robert Gates outlined a new proposal to engage "civilian experts" in public diplomacy in the war on terror. The idea, however, is not so new.
In November, 2007, Pentagon head Robert Gates outlined a new proposal to engage "civilian experts" in public diplomacy in the war on terror. The idea, however, is not so new.
Undersecretary of Public Diplomacy, Karen Hughes, Resigns
Karen Hughes resignation as Public Diplomacy Undersecretary of State leaves observers grappling with her legacy, as well as the role of public diplomacy in the "war on terror."
Karen Hughes resignation as Public Diplomacy Undersecretary of State leaves observers grappling with her legacy, as well as the role of public diplomacy in the "war on terror."
Fronts in the US Terror War
President Bush first mentioned the "War on Terror" in an address to Congress on September 20, 2001. Since then, the US Terror War has been fought around the world on a number of fronts.
President Bush first mentioned the "War on Terror" in an address to Congress on September 20, 2001. Since then, the US Terror War has been fought around the world on a number of fronts.
Pakistan War on Terror Complicates Benazir Bhutto Return
Former Pakistani Prime Minister Benazir Bhutto returned to Pakistan in mid-October 2007 to hammer out details of a power sharing plan with President Musharraf. Her return was encouraged by the U.S., to pursue war on terror goals, but she was greeted by an assassination attempt.
Former Pakistani Prime Minister Benazir Bhutto returned to Pakistan in mid-October 2007 to hammer out details of a power sharing plan with President Musharraf. Her return was encouraged by the U.S., to pursue war on terror goals, but she was greeted by an assassination attempt.
Terrorism Timeline: Pakistan and the Global War on Terror
Pakistan plays a conflicting role in the global war on terror. The country is a U.S. ally in the war, but is often accused of supporting Taliban and Al Qaeda presence in its northern provinces. Pakistan also has nuclear ambitions. This timeline of Pakistan's role in the war tells the story of Pakistan's complex relationship to terrorism and the war on terror since 2001.
Pakistan plays a conflicting role in the global war on terror. The country is a U.S. ally in the war, but is often accused of supporting Taliban and Al Qaeda presence in its northern provinces. Pakistan also has nuclear ambitions. This timeline of Pakistan's role in the war tells the story of Pakistan's complex relationship to terrorism and the war on terror since 2001.
AFRICOM: Controversial Command Suspected of Bringing US War on Terror to Africa
Is AFRICOM, a new unified US Command in Africa, bringing the U.S. war on terror to African countries? Or, as spokespeople for AFRICOM maintain, is it designed to support African militaries and aid development, only? African countries are suspicious.
Is AFRICOM, a new unified US Command in Africa, bringing the U.S. war on terror to African countries? Or, as spokespeople for AFRICOM maintain, is it designed to support African militaries and aid development, only? African countries are suspicious.
The Trans-Sahara Counter Terrorism Initiative
Terrorism and Counterterrorism in Africa have taken on greater importance for the United States, since the advent of th Global war on Terror. The Trans Sahara Counter Terrorism Initiative (TSCTI) has been created to address terrorist threats.
Terrorism and Counterterrorism in Africa have taken on greater importance for the United States, since the advent of th Global war on Terror. The Trans Sahara Counter Terrorism Initiative (TSCTI) has been created to address terrorist threats.
Why Not Negotiate with Terrorists--Pros and Cons of Talking to Al Qaeda
The U.S. says it does not negotiate with terrorists. But with the stakes so high, shouldn't it consider talking to Al Qaeda? Weigh the pros and cons.
The U.S. says it does not negotiate with terrorists. But with the stakes so high, shouldn't it consider talking to Al Qaeda? Weigh the pros and cons.
December 20 Ayman Al Zawahiri Videotape May Offer Clues to Pakistan Bombing
Al Qaeda's Ayman Al Zawahiri videotape of December 20, 2006 may offer clues to an earlier bombing in Pakistan. Analysis of the Zawahiri videotape suggests that Al Qaeda's media facilities were damaged in October, 2006.
Al Qaeda's Ayman Al Zawahiri videotape of December 20, 2006 may offer clues to an earlier bombing in Pakistan. Analysis of the Zawahiri videotape suggests that Al Qaeda's media facilities were damaged in October, 2006.
Was Pierre Gemayel's Assassination an Act of Terrorism?
At least one American official greeted the news of Lebanese Cabinet Minister Pierre Gemayel's assassination with the charge of "terrorism." Whether the United States sticks with that charge in the weeks to come will depend on how they interpret what happened, and what should happen next.
At least one American official greeted the news of Lebanese Cabinet Minister Pierre Gemayel's assassination with the charge of "terrorism." Whether the United States sticks with that charge in the weeks to come will depend on how they interpret what happened, and what should happen next.
Ways We Can Affect War on Terror Policy
We all can play a part in creating the kind of war on terror policy we want to have, and in deciding if we want to have one at all. Here are three ways to begin playing a part in shaping a national policy in the war on terror.
We all can play a part in creating the kind of war on terror policy we want to have, and in deciding if we want to have one at all. Here are three ways to begin playing a part in shaping a national policy in the war on terror.
Dealing with Detainees: Bush and Senate Agree to New Legislation
In September, 2006, President Bush and several Senate members resolved conflict over the interrogation and trials of detainees held on terrorism grounds. The conflict is rooted in events that began in the fall of 2001. Here, find a concise history of the events behind the new legislation.
In September, 2006, President Bush and several Senate members resolved conflict over the interrogation and trials of detainees held on terrorism grounds. The conflict is rooted in events that began in the fall of 2001. Here, find a concise history of the events behind the new legislation.
Is Iraq a Front in the War on Terror?
This article asks whether Iraq is a front in the war on terror, offering arguments for and against links between Iraq and WMD, Iraq and Al Qaeda, and Iraq and jihadists.
This article asks whether Iraq is a front in the war on terror, offering arguments for and against links between Iraq and WMD, Iraq and Al Qaeda, and Iraq and jihadists.
Preparing the Net for Terrorist Attacks
Terrorist attacks, even on the other side of the world, can have effects on internet access at home. Internet security specialists provide guidelines on preparing the Net for attacks.
Terrorist attacks, even on the other side of the world, can have effects on internet access at home. Internet security specialists provide guidelines on preparing the Net for attacks.
Strategic Studies Institute Global War on Terror Studies
Counterterrorism strategy, counterinsurgency tactics, nuclear policy, and military strategy are just a few of the topics addressed at the Strategic Studies Institute of the U.S. Army War College. Download their books for free, and keep up with cutting edge research on the global war on terror.
Counterterrorism strategy, counterinsurgency tactics, nuclear policy, and military strategy are just a few of the topics addressed at the Strategic Studies Institute of the U.S. Army War College. Download their books for free, and keep up with cutting edge research on the global war on terror.
Number of U.S. Casualties in Operation Iraqi Freedom
A government table of the number of U.S. combat & non-combat casualties in Operations Iraqi Freedom and Enduring Freedom, updated every Tuesday.
A government table of the number of U.S. combat & non-combat casualties in Operations Iraqi Freedom and Enduring Freedom, updated every Tuesday.
Iraq War Coalition Fatalities by location and time
This map, a project of ifatalities.org, uses audio and active visuals to show U.S. and Coalition fatalities in Iraq since March 20, 2003. Double "click" on the red button to begin the map.
This map, a project of ifatalities.org, uses audio and active visuals to show U.S. and Coalition fatalities in Iraq since March 20, 2003. Double "click" on the red button to begin the map.
U.S. Fatalities in Iraq by Home City
This enlarageable map graphically plots the home cities where U.S. troops killed in Iraq as of September 2006. The heaviest clusters are in California and the Northeast.
This enlarageable map graphically plots the home cities where U.S. troops killed in Iraq as of September 2006. The heaviest clusters are in California and the Northeast.