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Africa North
Two al-Qaeda members arrested after clash with Mauritanian security services
2010-02-15
[Maghrebia] Mauritanian security services on Friday (February 12th) arrested two alleged members of al-Qaeda in the Islamic Maghreb, identified as Mohamed Ould Kehli Ould Bouya Ahmed and Hadj Ould Hmoudna, after an exchange of fire in northeast Zouerate, ANI reported. The three vehicles carrying the terrorists came from Mali. One Mauritanian soldier was injured in the attack.

In related news, French Foreign Minister Bernard Kouchner arrived Saturday (February 13th) in Bamako in his second surprise visit since the November 2009 kidnapping of Frenchman Pierre Camatte. AQIM, which claims to hold Camatte, is demanding the release of 4 Malian prisoners in exchange for the Frenchman's freedom. Last week, the group announced it would execute Camatte February 20th if its demands were ignored.
Posted by:Fred

#1  "French Foreign Minister Bernard Kouchner arrived Saturday (February 13th) in Bamako in his second surprise visit since the November 2009 kidnapping of Frenchman Pierre Camatte."

What, negotiate with terrorists for the release of a captive? Oh, right, this is France we're talking about.
Posted by: American Delight   2010-02-15 00:13  

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