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1. Yemen: Recent Terrorism Designations.

Author

Sharp, Jeremy M., Rennack, Dianne E., Margesson, Rhoda, and Rollins, John W.

Subjects
YEMENI terrorists, IRANIAN foreign relations, FOREIGN relations of the United States
Abstract

The article focuses on the decision of the administration of former U.S. President Donald Trump to designate the Yemeni group Ansar Allah or the Houthis as a foreign terrorist organization (FTO) and a specially designated global terrorist (SDGT) on January 19, 2021. Topics discussed include the association of the Houthis with Iran, effect of the military advancement of the group in Yemen, and significance of the decision of President Joseph Biden to allow transactions with the Houthis.

Published
2021

2. Oil Heads for Weekly Increase on Heightened U.S.-Iran Tensions.

Author

Cho, Sharon and Smith, Grant

Subjects
STOCKS (Finance), IRAN-United States relations, YEMENI terrorists
Abstract

The article offers information on increasing oil stocks because of the escalating tensions between the U.S. and Iran. Topics discussed include initial order of President Donald Trump on military strikes against Iran in response to the downing of a U.S. spy drone; missile strike by Yemeni rebels on Saudi Arabia and an attack on tankers near the Strait of Hormuz; and views of Vandana Hari, founder of Vanda Insights in Singapore, on issue. Also mentions impact of these strikes on global economy.

Published
2019

3. Map Room: Yemen: Hearts, Minds & Al-Qaida.

Subjects
*YEMENI terrorists, *PUBLIC opinion, *TERRORISM, YEMENI politics & government, YEMENI Revolution, 2011-2012
Abstract

The article discusses the terrorist organization al-Qaida in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP), an affiliated group to al-Qaida in Yemen. It discusses public support for the AQAP, the 2011 Revolution in Yemen, public opinions regarding the administration of Yemeni President Ali Abdullad Saleh, public opinions rgearding the U.S., and the country's desires for economic development. A map detailing terrorist actions by AQAP in 2010 and 2011, as well as regional areas of support for the AQAP, is presented.

Published
2011
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4. AIRSTRIKES KILL 60 TERRORISTS IN YEMEN.

Author

Snow, Shawn

Subjects
AERIAL bombing, YEMENI terrorists
Abstract

The article informs that sixty terrorists were killed during two airstrikes launched by the U.S. aircraft against the ISIS (Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant) targets located in the al-Bayda Governorate of Yemen.

Published
2017

5. Hadi tries harder, against the odds.

Subjects
*YEMENI terrorists, *MAPS, YEMENI politics & government
Abstract

The article discusses the political and social conditions in Yemen as of May 2012, focusing on the leadership of President Abd Rabbo Mansour Hadi, his military plan to defeat the al-Qaeda terrorist network in Yemen, and the opposition to his plans by jihadist groups such as Ansar al-Sharia (Partisans of Islamic Law). A map is provided which depicts the country of Yemen and highlights the Houthi area and the region which was formerly known as South Yemen.

Published
2012

6. CONGRESS TO GET CLASSIFIED MEMO ON DRONE STRIKE.

Author

SHEAR, MICHAEL D., SHANE, SCOTT, and Savage, Charlie

Subjects
*DRONE aircraft, *YEMENI terrorists, *GOVERNMENT policy, *EMPLOYEES
Abstract

The article reports that the U.S. Executive branch, under President Barack Obama, asked the U.S. Justice Department to allow Congress to review a classified memo in 2013 on the justification of drone attacks against suspected terrorists such as Anwar al-Awlaki, a U.S. citizen who moved to Yemen. Obama's appointment of John O. Brennan as director of the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) is discussed, as well as the development of laws for targeted killings by the U.S.

Published
2013

7. Yemen a Unique Problem for U.S. Counterterrorism Effort.

Author

Taylor, Guy

Subjects
COUNTERTERRORISM, YEMENI terrorists, YEMENI politics & government, TWENTY-first century
Abstract

The article discusses the role of Yemen in U.S. counterterrorism efforts. Particular attention is given to the civil unrest in Yemen, which may lead to civil war and the country becoming a safe haven for terrorist. A 2011 U.S. drone aircraft strike that killed Anwar al-Awlaki, an member of the terrorist organization al Qaeda, is also examined as an example of terrorist operations within Yemen. Other topics covered include Yemeni-Americans in Yemen, Yemen's national security, and foreign policy.

Published
2011

8. Al Qaeda Fighters Try to Seize Yemeni Military Base.

Author

AL-BATATI, SAEED and FAHIM, KAREEM

Subjects
*YEMENI terrorists, *MILITARY bases
Abstract

The article reports on members of the terrorist group Al Qaeda who tried to seize the military base and the presidential palace in the port city of Aden, Yemen on August 23, 2015.

Published
2015

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