Monday, May 2, 2011

U.S. kills Osama Bin Laden

The United States ended its worst nightmare. Osama bin Laden is dead. Developed over many years, studied at millimeter in recent months, an operation by U.S. special forces elite Navy Seals killed the leader of Al Qaeda. This was announced at around half past eleven pm (half past five in Spain) U.S. President, Barack Obama.

The agents shot dead the leader of Al Qaeda in the town of Abottabad, 80 kilometers from Islamabad in northern Pakistan, in an operation in which there were no U.S. casualties. On the day after the announcement, in an act of honor military veterans, Obama said: "It'sa great day for America, the world is safer and better because of the death of Osama bin Laden." "We all agree that it is a good day for America," Obama said today during an appearance at the White House in the act of homage to two soldiers killed in the Korean War.

The U.S. president, who confirmed last night the death of terrorist leader, has said the operation shows that "there is nothing you can do" if the United States working in coordination. "We are fortunate to have citizens who have dedicated their lives to protect (...) As commander in chief, could not be more proud," has praised Obama, who has specially commended the military and intelligence officials who organized and carried out the operation, including outgoing Defense Secretary Robert Gates.

The security adviser John Brennan White House has subsequently detailed in a press conference from Washington that the operation, followed in "real time" from the U.S., was conducted without informing Pakistan, an ally in the war against terrorism . Brennan said it was "inconceivable" that Bin Laden has been hiding in Pakistan so long without help from within the country.

"I will not speculate on the support in Pakistan," Brennan replied to journalists regarding the possible knowledge of the Pakistani authorities to the location of the Saudi terrorist. Islamabad learned of the operation only after leaving the airspace by U.S. forces. The White House counsel has described Obama's decision as "one of the most valientesque adoptadoningĂșn president ever." According to Brennan, the evidence on bin Laden's stay in the house were "circumstantial", but the confidence of the CIA was "growing." The U.S.

advisor also said that after 15 years of pursuit, and even before the 11-S, Obama took the "opportunity" and approved the transaction. Burial according to Islamic rite Brennan has also clarified that the leader of Al Qaeda has been buried at sea in accordance with Muslim practice. The Islamic ritual requires the body be buried within 24 hours after his death.

According to official sources, the decision was made porqueresultaba difficult to find a country willing to bury the world's most wanted terrorist. Official sources have also reported that DNA tests confirm that died in the military attack on the residence where he was. Asked by reporters accredited to the White House, Brennan added that the U.S.

"will not drop our guard" in the fight against Al Qaeda. The death of his mentor, Osama bin Laden, offers "an opportunity to destroy the organization," said Brennan. The security adviser also explained that the number two of the terrorist network, the Egyptian doctor, Ayman al Zawahiri, has "detractors" within an organization.

In the military operation executed by the Navy Seals in various helicopters, killing four people: an adult child of the terrorist, his messenger, and a brother of this and a woman who, according tothe White House, was one of lasesposas. Government sources in Pakistan have assured the BBC service in the country during the assault five guards of Bin Laden and also dropped four more have been arrested, but could not be confirmed.

Al Arabiya also reported that two wives and four sons of bin Laden have been arrested. U.S. forces themselves destroyed one of the devices in those who flew to the area after discovering a mechanical problem, according to several officials. The residential complex Washington's most wanted terrorist was found inside a fortified luxury resort.

The residence of Abottabad walls consisted of over three meters, barbed wire and only two entrances. There were no windows and had no dial or Internet connection. Bin Laden was shot in the head after a shootout between U.S. forces assault and the group met the leader of Al Qaeda. In his speech from the White House, Obama said last night that, having been receiving since August reliable intelligence information about where Bin Laden was last week ordered the attack and yesterday a "small group" led the U.S.

operation, in which, after an exchange of fire, took the body of the terrorist. In an appearance full of drama, Obama paid tribute to all victims of the attack of September 11, 2001 against the Twin Towers, which left nearly 3,000 dead. "Tonight, justice has been done," he said. The President thanked all those who participated in the operation and those who have helped over the years to pursue the terrorist.

"The U.S. has launched an unequivocal message: no matter how long it takes, it will," concluded the president. On the day following the death of Bin Laden, the United States invaded light in the euphoria but Secretary of State, Hillary Clinton, stated that "the U.S. will continue its fight against the Taliban in Afghanistan." "This is a milestone in the fight against terrorism, but the battle against Al Qaeda continues, and will not end with the death of Bin Laden," he said.

Secretary of State has been attributed partly successful military operation that ended with the death of terrorist leader "close relationship" U.S. "with Pakistan." Clinton recalled that there were not only attacks on America but also in London, Madrid, Bali, Istanbul and many other parts were innocent, mostly Muslims, attacked in markets and mosques, train stations and airplanes.

" 10 years after the 11 S The death of the father of international Islamic terrorism comes 10 years after the attacks in New York. Eliminate Osama bin Laden had become an obsession for the United States and had been subjected to numerous international operations. It was speculated on several occasions with his death and offered millions in rewards for any clue to his whereabouts, but bin Laden was there, present in the nightmares of Washington.

For U.S. pride was a wound too deep knowing the whereabouts of a tall, lanky 54-year, usually portrayed holding a Kalashnikov in his left arm. Almost an old man leaning on a cane, he slept on the floor of a cave and ate vegetables, yogurt, soup and bread Afghanistan. Although three years did not appear in public, Bin Laden was still a symbol.

The man who had accomplished what a decade ago seemed a chimera internationalize jihad and spread terror through alliances with partners around the world. Dozens of local cells, inspired by Bin Laden's speech, torment intelligence chiefs from several continents. "I'm here to become a witness of history.

My boyfriend will be sent overseas with the Marines next week. That's why I'm so proud of what has made our Army", had elated at the gates of the White House, Laura Vogler, a student at American University in Washington. The celebrations for the death of Bin Laden were taken near the White House.

Shortly before eleven p.m. local television broadcast in interrupted to advance the president was going to appear with an announcement on vital national security. Speculation erupted and within minutes some media unofficially announced the death of the terrorist. By this time the Americans began to go out.

Soon Washington, New York and major cities are filled with spontaneous displays of joy. Ground Zero in Manhattan, where the two towers were erected that toppled al-Qaida has become one of the points on which most citizens are concentrated. Tourists, members of the fire (over 300 of them died in the rescue efforts after the attacks) and New Yorkers of all stripes crowded close to the screens of Times Square since the first rumors appeared in the news.

The concentration was crowded after the announcement. Many of the reactions have been very tough. "I had dreamed of this moment, but I think death is too good for him," said Anne Marie from Borcherdng, who lost her boyfriend 11-S in the Twin Towers. "What we would like many people here today is to have to spit on his corpse." Michael Bloomberg, mayor of New York, was among the first to react to the White House announcement: "New Yorkers have waited almost 10 years this news." The death of Osama bin Laden is a major victory and a tribute to those who fighting for our country, "he said.

New York Senator Charles Schumer said: "The heart of New Yorkers still broken by the tragedy of 11-S, but [the death of Osama Bin Laden] provides some comfort to the victims." Reactions around the world The U.S. president George W. Bush said a few minutes after the news that the death of Osama Bin Laden is a "victory for America." Bush, under whose presidency witnessed the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001 and in his memoirs stated that one of his biggest regrets was that of failing to capture bin Laden "dead or alive", issued through its nothing Facebook page announcement, a statement said that President Barack Obama told the operation.

"Tonight the president called me to inform Obama that U.S. forces killed Osama Bin Laden, the leader of Al Qaeda who attacked the United States on September 11, 2001," said Bush. Bill Clinton also reacted quickly to the news. The U.S. president has ensured that Bin Laden's death is a moment "profoundly important" for people around the world looking for a "common future of peace and freedom." David Cameron, the British Prime Minister has assured that it is "a great relief to the world." "Bin Laden is responsible for the worst terrorist atrocities the world has seen, many of which have killed thousands of people, many of whom are British," Cameron discussed.

In the same vein, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netahyahu, said that the death of Bin Laden is "a resounding victory for the democratic nations that fight terror." The Spanish Government has welcomed to Washington by the success of the antiterrorist operation. Caution to all Americans immediately asked U.S.

diplomats caution about the consequences in the fight for Al Qaeda that could have the beheading of the organization. The State Department warned all its citizens in the world after giving the news. There is a "high potential for anti-American violence," specified a press release. Reactions to the death of this character can cause unpredictable world.

By the way, the U.S. president insisted yesterday that bin Laden was not a Muslim leader in the United States is at war against the religion. "Given the uncertainty and volatility of the current situation," said the State Department, "we urge U.S. citizens in areas where these events can cause anti-American violence to limit their travel outside their homes and hotels and to avoid mass rallies and demonstrations ".

For now, the U.S. government put on alert to all its embassies to the risk of being targeted retaliation. Several U.S. cities have increased their surveillance of sensitive points. For example, the Los Angeles Times reports that city police caution around religious centers. To confirm U.S.

suspicions, the jihadis have launched the first threats. "Osama can be killed, but his message of jihad will never die. Brothers and sisters, wait and see, his death will be a blessing in disguise" is a message that is repeated in various internet forums, as reported by the agency. Father of international jihadism base thought Bin Laden was similar to the Taliban: ultra-orthodox interpretation of Sunni Islam, who want to purify Western influences.

His ideology, his men, seasoned in combat, and abundant money allowed him to finance a dark plot by radical groups that act against Western interests, mainly U.S., where they have opportunity. Osama Bin Laden was born in Saudi Arabia in 1957 in a wealthy Saudi family. His father was a major construction magnate in the country.

He studied religion and economics, graduating from the University Abdul Aziz. Since 1979 supported the Afghan rebels in their war against the USSR, organizing the recruitment of thousands of volunteers across the Arab world, among other actions. Since 1986, personally involved in the fighting.

After the war he returned to his country. As a result of Saudi support for U.S. troops during the 1991 Gulf War, broke with the Saudi regime and his own family. He went into exile in 1991 in Sudan, where he directed a U.S. company considered a terrorist front. With the unprecedented planning the attacks of 11-S, Bin Laden and Al Qaeda firmly shook the foundations on which the United States based its policy on security and demonstrated the need to seek a new approach to strengthen its borders.

Almost immediately, the U.S. launched a series of air strikes against the Taliban in the border between Afghanistan and Pakistan. Given the refusal of the Taliban to hand over the terrorist, the U.S. began in October 2001 war in Afghanistan continues, although the attacks led overthrow the fundamentalist regime that ruled the country.

After his experience in the Afghan war, Bin Laden has learned to live like a hermit, a skill that helped him blend in on the ground in the same way as do snakes. Again and again the leader of Al Qaeda managed to emerge unscathed from sneak attacks by U.S. and international partners, which led to compromising the ability of military intelligence and the most powerful country in the world.

Since Bin Laden trail gone definitely in the mountains of Tora Bora in the winter of 2001 after the U.S. deposed by force of arms to the Taliban, there was only one certainty: he was hiding in Pakistan. The intelligence community has shuffled many assumptions: that was in a remote region or confused with the mass in Karachi, which could only be killed by treachery in their own communities or with a missile attack, but clearly had shifted the neighboring country of Afghanistan.

For years, unmanned aircraft equipped with missiles have flown to different tribal areas of Pakistan the most dangerous and volatile place on earth. Have killed dozens of militants from Al Qaeda, also civilians, and have come very close to their leaders, especially the Egyptian Ayman Al Zawahri, but in the end has been a command group which has closed part of the story.

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