Bin Laden’s global businesses linked to extremism funding
AP reports Osama bin Laden owns diverse ventures from ostrich farming in Kenya to forestry in Turkey and diamond trading in Africa. With an estimated 300 million dollars in assets, his enterprises help move money, evade detection, and support up to 3,000 al Qaida militants, aided by donations from wealthy Saudis before crackdown.
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Saudi Arabia
U S seeks Saudi help in worldwide anti terror push
The United States plans to press Saudi Arabia for influence and intelligence in a global campaign against terrorists. Experts say Saudi cooperation stems from a need for a stable oil market and security from Iraq, but the kingdom will avoid a public U S alliance to avoid upsetting regional dissidents.
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Mecca
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Vigil in Tehran Gathers for American Victims Turns Violent
In Madar Square a candlelit vigil for New York and Washington victims drew about 4000 mourners when vigilantes dragged away more than 10 people and handed them to police while onlookers described police inaction. Students voiced solidarity with Americans as authorities questioned official authorization for the event.
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Tehran
Iran
America
New York
Washington
Madar Square
Shakufeh Sadeqi
Associated Press
Mehrdad Hasani
Islamic Republic
Ahmad Bourqani
Mahdi Karrabi
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