This report summarizes the most prominent articles published in the Arabic media on the subject of global Jihad during the first half of December 2010. Following is a summary of the main issues raised in this report:
• The Islamic Movement of Uzbekistan (IMU), which has ties to Al-Qaeda, increased its activity in central Asia.• Dozens of senior Al-Qaeda operatives in Iraq were arrested.• Information was published on Al-Qaeda in Yemen’s modus operandi and the role foreigners play in the organization.• Ongoing reports were issued regarding the internal struggle in Al-Qaeda in the Islamic Maghreb.
Global Jihad: Summary from Arabic Sources - The First Half of December 2010