May 29, 2013

Al Qaeda Re-emerging

By Matthew Ernst
While the U.S. has undoubtedly had many successes fighting Al Qaeda (AQ), AQ is re-emerging due to a wide array of regional alliances. Much in the way that private businesses adapt to changing social trends and government regulations, AQ has adapted to its transformed political and strategic landscape. The "War on Terrorism" is far from over. In fact, it may just be getting started.Al Qaeda has developed a number of regional affiliates including Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP), Al-Qaeda in Iraq (AQI), and Al-Qaeda in the Lands of the Islamic Maghreb (AQIM). Other groups that have pledged their allegiance to, or strengthened their relationship with AQ include: 1.   Islamic Movement of Uzbekistan 2.   The Islamic Jihad Union, 3.   Lashkar i Jhangvi, 4.   Harakat ul-Mujahadin 5.   Jemaah Islamiya6.   Pakistan Taliban (TTP)7.   Al-Shabab8.   Boko Haram9.   Afghan Taliban10. Abu Sayaf...(Read Full Article)