Banks Up Security After Terror Threat Warns
Major U.S. banks and institutions from New York to Washington and Newark intensified security upgrades after a government warning of possible al Qaida attacks on financial centers. Targets include the New York Stock Exchange Citigroup Prudential Financial IMF World Bank, with Fed and Bureau of Engraving and Printing also treated as defended. Contingency plans emphasize robust backup systems, drills, and enhanced communications to maintain operations amid disruptions.
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Computer seized along with al-Qaida suspect reveals terror plans
Pakistani officials said a computer seized at the arrest of senior al-Qaida figure Ahmed Khalfan Ghailani contained e mails outlining possible attacks on the United States and Britain. The arrest followed a 12 hour gunbattle in Gujrat. Officials said another top suspect, a communications expert, was detained and cooperating. Authorities noted U.S. and U.K. targets and referenced New York as a focal point.
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