ISAF captures Taliban/Islamic Movement of Uzbekistan commander in Afghan north
The raids highlight the integration of the IMU into the Taliban and the establishment of suicide camps in the Afghan north.
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Germany
Germany bows to international pressure over Iranian bank
Syria
A purported Syrian intelligence document recommended that no more than 20 protesters be killed daily and said opposition leaders should be linked to Israel, the US, and disliked Saudi and Lebanese officials. Security forces clashed with protesters in Damascus. Syria denied any Iranian role in quelling domestic protests.
Iraq
The UN said that 34 members of the Mujahadeen-e-Khalq were killed by Iraqi troops during rioting at Camp Arshaf. A former Baathist is accused of “recruiting Arab terrorists in Syria and Jordan ” to carry out attacks in Iraq.
Afghanistan
Ex-Afghan minister: Iran paid Karzai as early as 2003
Syria
The US said Iran is providing support to Syria to suppress nationwide anti-government protests. The US claimed Iran is providing weapons and intelligence-gathering assets to aid security forces in suppressing protests and monitoring the opposition.
ISAF captures al Qaeda, HIG commanders in east, kills Taliban commissioner in the north
The hit list also included the Kabul Attack Network, the Haqqani Network, the Islamic Movement of Uzbekistan, and other Taliban commanders.
Haqqani Network/IMU facilitator targeted in Afghan east
The commander “assists the networks with the acquisition, movement and employment [of] foreign fighters, including Iranians.”
Iraq
One person was killed and 16 more were wounded in a car bombing in Kirkuk. Security forces detained three wanted men in Kirkuk. A member of parliament said that turning over members of the People’s Mujahideen of Iran to Iran would be unconstitutional.
Iraq
Iraqi troops clashed with members of the Mujaheddin-e-Khalq terrorist group at Camp Arshaf. Reports on casualties conflict; Iraqi government says three people were killed while the MEK claimed 31 were killed. Security forces detained two wanted men in Al Kut.
Egypt
The Supreme Council of the Armed Forces said that it would not permit an Iranian-styled theocracy such as the one in Iran. “The Supreme Council of the Armed Forces will not allow extremist factions to control Egypt,” the deputy defense minister said.
Iraq
Insurgents killed two US soldiers on April 3 in an indirect fire attack and two Iraqi policemen in Mosul. Iran shelled villages in the northern Iraqi province of Sulaimaniyah.
Bahrain
The six members of the Gulf Cooperation Council denounced Iran for its “continuing interference” in the region. The council issued the statement after Saudi Arabia sent troops to back the government of Bahrain during anti-government protests thought to have been incited by Iran.
Kuwait
The government will expel “a group of Iranian diplomats” for their alleged involvement with a spy ring in the Gulf country. Three members of the spy ring were serving in the Kuwaiti military and have been sentenced to death. Iran denies its diplomats are involved in spying.
IDF map details more than 950 Hezbollah sites in southern Lebanon
Many of the sites are located near civilian facilities, including schools and hospitals.
Taliban create Lashkar-e-Khorasan to hunt Predator spies
The group was established by the Haqqani Network and Hafiz Gul Bahadar to root out so-called US spies that aid in the US’ Predator campaign in Pakistan.
Afghanistan
President Karzai flies to Iran
United States
Delayed Miranda warning ordered for terror suspects
Turkey
Turkey forced a second Iranian aircraft suspected of transporting illegal weapons and nuclear materials to Syria to land at Diyarbakir for inspection. Another Iranian plane forced to land last week was not found to contain banned materials.
Bahrain
King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa claimed security forces foiled “an external plot” that has “fomented for 20 to 30 years until the ground was ripe for subversive designs.” Bahrain has blamed Iran for stirring up the Shia majority in the past.
Afghan peace council reportedly seeks talks with Taliban commanders held at Gitmo
The Afghan High Peace Council, set up by President Hamid Karzai in 2010, reportedly wants to speak with four top Taliban commanders held at Guantanamo. All four allegedly had significant ties to al Qaeda prior to their detention.
US Predators strike again in al Qaeda stronghold of Datta Khel
The strike appears to have targeted a meeting between rival “militant” groups in North Waziristan, which was being hosted by tribal elders loyal to so-called “good Taliban” leader Hafiz Gul Bahadar.
Turkey
The Turkish Air Force ordered an Iranian plane destined for Syria to land at Diyarbakir airport. The Iranian plane is being inspected for suspected nuclear-related cargo.
Israel
The Israeli Defense Forces displayed more than 50 tons of weapons and ammunition, including advanced anti-ship missiles, seized from the Liberian-flagged Victoria cargo ship that was chartered by Iran. The IDF believes the arms were destined for Hamas in the Gaza Strip.
US Predators strike in Datta Khel area in North Waziristan
Datta Khel is a known safe haven for al Qaeda and allied terror groups. Today’s strike is the fifth in Pakistan’s tribal areas in six days.
Afghanistan
Official: Iran shipped powerful rockets to Taliban
HIG media emir’s capture leads to capture of 5 other commanders
Farid, the captured HIG media emir, was directly under the command of senior Taliban spokesman Zabiullah Mujahid.
Muslim Brotherhood
Kamal al Halbavi, a senior Muslim Brotherhood leader, praised Iran’s attempts to unify the Muslim world and lauded President Ahmedinejad. “He is the bravest man in the Muslim world and we (in Egypt) need innocent, honest and brave leaders like him.”
Bahrain
Arab unrest propels Iran as Saudi influence declines
US Predators kill 6 ‘militants’ in North Waziristan strike
The strike hit a car and a compound in the Datta Khel area, a known haven for al Qaeda and allied terrorist groups.