Sunday, January 10, 2010

Al Qaeda's Growing Presence

After the attempted bombing on Christmas, Obama has agreed to double the $70 million in counter terrorism aid to Ali Abdullah Saleh in Yemen. Al Qaeda's growing presence in the Arabian peninsula is starting to link with Yemen's social and political crises. Also, the escape of refugees from Somalia to Yemen is increasing the presence of Samalia's al-Shabab terrorist group. I agree that "The United States and Great Britain should provide leadership and assistance in shepherding the reconstruction process through and ensuring that inclusive governance, transparency, and accountability are adhered to." Instead of just giving over $100 million dollars to the government of Yemen, shouldn't Obama take the initiative to instill a more lasting solution?

See: http://www.cnn.com/2010/OPINION/01/07/gerges.yemen.us.terrorism/index.html?iref=allsearch