A new statement purportedly from al Qaeda leader Osama bin Laden was broadcast April 15 by Arab satellite channel al-Arabiya. In stark contrast to previous tapes, this one was aimed at encouraging political maneuvering rather than attacking Western targets.

While OBL hit a home run is Spain last month following the train bombings, should the US prepare for the worst before November 5th?

Many agencies are calling 2004 the do or die year for terrorist and dictators because if Dubbya gets another four they can count on some remodeling of their country or organizations.