News and updates about AQAP

Commander of Al-Qaeda killed in Yemen

Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula announces death of commander who was close to Osama Bin Laden.

Commander of Al-Qaeda killed in Yemen

U.S. kills 13 Al-Qaeda operatives in Yemen

United States kills 13 terrorists from Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula in three strikes in Yemen.

U.S. kills 13 Al-Qaeda operatives in Yemen

Air raids in Yemen kill 14 Al-Qaeda members

Air strikes attributed to the United States kill 14 men suspected of belonging to Al-Qaeda in southern Yemen.

Air raids in Yemen kill 14 Al-Qaeda members

Dozens of Al-Qaeda terrorists killed in air strike in Yemen

United States military launches an air strike against a training camp run by Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula, killing dozens.

Dozens of Al-Qaeda terrorists killed in air strike in Yemen

CIA Killed Al Qaeda's No. 2 By Accident

Officials reveal controversial 'signature strike' on suspected terror leaders whose identities are unknown behind major Yemen drone kill.

CIA Killed Al Qaeda's No. 2 By Accident

White House Confirms Death of Yemeni Qaeda Leader

White House confirms death of Nasser al-Wuhayshi in airstrike, says it was a "major blow" to the organization.

White House Confirms Death of Yemeni Qaeda Leader

Yemen's Al-Qaeda Leader Reportedly Killed in American Airstrike

Yemeni officials say Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula leader Nasir al-Wuhayshi was killed in a suspected American drone strike.

Yemen's Al-Qaeda Leader Reportedly Killed in American Airstrike

Al Qaeda's Somali Hold Strengthened by Yemen Exodus

600 Al Qaeda terrorists flee Yemen war for former stronghold of Somalia, while Kerry offers aid without specifying details.

Al Qaeda's Somali Hold Strengthened by Yemen Exodus

US Drone Kills Al-Qaeda in Yemen's Terror Mufti

AQAP says one of its top leaders, who returned from Gitmo to terror, was killed in a US strike despite American evacuation from Yemen.

US Drone Kills Al-Qaeda in Yemen's Terror Mufti

Al Qaeda, Houthi Rebels Battle over Army Bases in Yemen

Battles rage over military and political power in Yemen; two bases captured near Sanaa and Shawba.

Al Qaeda, Houthi Rebels Battle over Army Bases in Yemen

Al-Qaeda Accuses US of Directing Iran-backed Houthis

AQAP says US has been sharing intel on it with Houthi terrorists conquering Yemen with Iran's backing and threatening Israel.

Al-Qaeda Accuses US of Directing Iran-backed Houthis

Paris Attacks Challenge 'Lone Wolf' Terrorist Theory

All terror attacks and attempted attacks in Europe committed by individuals with links to larger jihadi groups, say experts.

Paris Attacks Challenge 'Lone Wolf' Terrorist Theory

Al Qaeda in Yemen Chief Officially Claims Charlie Hebdo Attack

Al Qaeda confirms involvement in attack, one week after shooters told bystanders, victims they were working on the group's behalf.

Al Qaeda in Yemen Chief Officially Claims Charlie Hebdo Attack

Yemen 'Is a Victim, Not an Exporter, of Terror,' Says President

Yemeni president reacts to news that one of the Paris terrorists received Al Qaeda training in Yemen, says his country stands with France.

Yemen 'Is a Victim, Not an Exporter, of Terror,' Says President

Al-Qaeda Hostages Killed in Yemen During Failed Rescue Attempt

Journalist Luke Somers and teacher Pierre Korkie killed by Al-Qaeda terrorists in Yemen during a failed rescue bid.

Al-Qaeda Hostages Killed in Yemen During Failed Rescue Attempt

Al Qaeda in Yemen Threatens to Execute American Hostage

Luke Somers appears in new video by Al Qaeda in Arabian Peninsula; terrorists say he will be killed in 3 days if demands aren't met.

Al Qaeda in Yemen Threatens to Execute American Hostage

Al-Qaeda Attacks Iranian Ambassador's Residence in Yemen

3 killed by car bomb at the Iranian ambassador's residence in Yemen. Al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula claims responsibility.

Al-Qaeda Attacks Iranian Ambassador's Residence in Yemen

US Embassy Barely Escapes Rocket Attack in Yemen

Rocket strikes 650 feet from embassy, wounded Yemeni guards; State Dept. in denial that Sanaa branch was target in attack.

US Embassy Barely Escapes Rocket Attack in Yemen

Flight Ban Instituted After Islamists Clash in Yemen

Flights suspended for 24 hours after Shi'ite Houthis make gains near capital Sanaa, as Yemen fights two-front war against extremists.

Flight Ban Instituted After Islamists Clash in Yemen

Yemen: Gov't Forces Kill 36 Al Qaeda Terrorists

Operation against Al Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula rages in eastern Shabwa province.

Yemen: Gov't Forces Kill 36 Al Qaeda Terrorists

Al Qaeda Chief Explosives Expert Dead in 'Unprecedented' US Op.

Reports that US special forces operation in Yemen took out most senior member of Al Qaeda since Bin Laden in 2011.

Al Qaeda Chief Explosives Expert Dead in 'Unprecedented' US Op.

Watch: Al Qaeda Holds Largest 'Most Dangerous' Meeting in Years

Al Qaeda's second-in-command mingles with over 100 fighters, commanders - but how did US intelligence agencies miss him?

Watch: Al Qaeda Holds Largest 'Most Dangerous' Meeting in Years

Yemen: Attack on Military Post, 10 Dead

Latest attack on Yemeni military may be result of secessionists, Al Qaeda.

Yemen: Attack on Military Post, 10 Dead

Watch: Harrowing Footage of Al Qaeda Attack on Yemen Hospital

CCTV shows terrorists calmly picking off patients and doctors alike, in country's worst attack in 18 months. Viewer discretion advised.

Watch: Harrowing Footage of Al Qaeda Attack on Yemen Hospital

Yemen: 52 Killed as Al Qaeda Gunmen Storm Defense Ministry

Al Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula suspected in audacious attack in the heart of Yemen's capital Sana'a.

Yemen: 52 Killed as Al Qaeda Gunmen Storm Defense Ministry

Al Qaeda Commander Clarifies: American Civilians Fair Game

Senior Yemen-based commander says calls by group's leader to avoid targeting civilians doesn't apply to Americans.

Al Qaeda Commander Clarifies: American Civilians Fair Game

Yemen Arrests 'Dangerous' Al-Qaeda Terrorist

Yemen arrests Al-Qaeda member Omar Salem, described as "one of the most dangerous" terrorists.

Yemen Arrests 'Dangerous' Al-Qaeda Terrorist

Yemeni Security Forces Thwart Al Qaeda Jailbreak

Prison guards quell mass-mutiny by Al Qaeda inmates at high-security prison in the country's capital.

Yemeni Security Forces Thwart Al Qaeda Jailbreak

Yemeni Troops Retake Base from Al Qaeda

After 3-day siege Yemeni security forces storm military HQ captured by Al Qaeda, free hostages.

Yemeni Troops Retake Base from Al Qaeda

American Islamist Jailed for Al Qaeda Fundraising

Sabirhan Hasanoff sent money, equipment to terrorists abroad, scoped-out the New York Stock Exchange in preparation for attack.

American Islamist Jailed for Al Qaeda Fundraising

Al Qaeda Seizes Yemen Military HQ

Senior Yemeni general believed to have been taken prisoner in the latest attack on security forces by Islamist terrorists.

Al Qaeda Seizes Yemen Military HQ

American Jihadi calls for more Attacks on US Diplomats

Adam Gadahn calls for rich Islamists to provide "bounties" for US diplomats, cites Al Qaeda bounty on US ambassador to Yemen.

American Jihadi calls for more Attacks on US Diplomats

Iraq: Car Bomb Attacks Kill At Least 14

Relentless string of attacks just one signal that a resurgent Al Qaeda is relocating its center of gravity from Pakistan to the Middle East.

Iraq: Car Bomb Attacks Kill At Least 14

Al Qaeda Vows to Free Imprisoned Members

After a series of mass jailbreaks, Al Qaeda in Arabian Peninsula promises that "victory is within reach."

Al Qaeda Vows to Free Imprisoned Members

US Drones Blitz Al Qaeda in Yemen

Three strikes in a single day brings drone-strike death toll up to 30 in the past month.

US Drones Blitz Al Qaeda in Yemen

Yemen: Fresh Drone Strike Keeps Up Pressure on Al Qaeda

Drone strike, the sixth in two weeks, comes amid raised terror alert in the region.

Yemen: Fresh Drone Strike Keeps Up Pressure on Al Qaeda

Yemen: Al Qaeda Deputy Killed in Drone Strike

Al Qaeda in Arabian Peninsula confirms the death of ex-Gitmo inmate, Said al-Shihri

Yemen: Al Qaeda Deputy Killed in Drone Strike

Report: Al Qaeda, Ansar al-Shari'a Coordinated Benghazi Attack

Intelligence sources told Fox News the attack on the US Consulate in Libya was coordinated between Al Qaeda and Ansar al-Shari'a terrorists.

Report: Al Qaeda, Ansar al-Shari'a Coordinated Benghazi Attack

'Kill American Diplomats' Over Video, Al Qaeda Urges

Al Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula called Saturday for Muslims around the world to murder American diplomats around the world.

'Kill American Diplomats' Over Video, Al Qaeda Urges

Yemen's US Embassy Attacked by Protesters

The U.S. Embassy has been attacked by a mob in the Yemeni capital of Sana'a. "Protesters" ripped down and torched the American flag.

Yemen's US Embassy Attacked by Protesters

Help Wanted: AQAP Recruiting Suicide Bombers

Al Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula is asking for prospective Western applicants to carry out suicide bombings; experience required.

Help Wanted: AQAP Recruiting Suicide Bombers

US Expanding Drone War in Yemen

US president Barack Obama signed off on a more liberal drone-strike policy in Yemen, but lawmakers are skeptical of targeting protocols

US Expanding Drone War in Yemen

New Yemen President Inaugurated as Terrorists Killed

Yemen inaugurated a new president over the weekend while battles erupted in the south, killing five Al Qaeda terrorists.

New Yemen President Inaugurated as Terrorists Killed

Yemen: 16 Killed in Al-Qaeda Family Feud

Al-Qaeda has found itself in an internal series of reprisals and counter-reprisals after a local terror chief was murdered by an in-law.

Yemen: 16 Killed in Al-Qaeda Family Feud

Al Qaeda Seizes Yemeni Town of Radda

Al Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP) terrorists have seized the town of Radda, about 105 miles south of the Yemeni capital of Sana'a.

Al Qaeda Seizes Yemeni Town of Radda

Al Qaeda Jailbreak Sets Tone for Post-Saleh Yemen

An audacious jailbreak by 13 Al Qaeda terrorists underscores the deep problems facing Yemen as President Saleh departs.

Al Qaeda Jailbreak Sets Tone for Post-Saleh Yemen

Saleh Cabinet Convenes in Symbolic Snub

The Cabinet of Yemeni president Ali Abdullah Saleh convened in a clear message they have no plans to step down.

Saleh Cabinet Convenes in Symbolic Snub

Six Killed in Sanaa Violence as Saleh Holds Fast

Violence has erupted in the Yemeni capital of Sanaa for the first time since President Ali Abdullah Saleh was taken to Saudi Arabia for treatment.

Six Killed in Sanaa Violence as Saleh Holds Fast

Bomb Implants on the Horizon? TSA Increases Security

US officials warn AQAP may try to deploy suicide bombs implanted in terrorists to blow up airliners.

Bomb Implants on the Horizon? TSA Increases Security

Yemen's Military Losing Grip on South

Dozens of Yemeni military officers have been arrested for conspiring with opposition elements while terrorists seize more and more of the south

Yemen's Military Losing Grip on South

Al Qaeda's Great Escape in Yemen

60+ Al Qaeda terrorists escape from a Yemeni jail underlining mounting instability there; Tribal leader implores Saudis to keep President Saleh.

Al Qaeda's Great Escape in Yemen

Al Qaeda Seizes Part of Southern Town in Yemen

As the US makes a full court press on Al Qaeda's leadership, AQAP elements are making a full court press of their own.

Al Qaeda Seizes Part of Southern Town in Yemen

Ayman al-Zawahiri Grabs Al-Qaeda Top Job

Egyptian-born Ayman al-Zawahiri will succeed assassinated terror mastermind Osama Bin Laden as Al Qaeda's new top dog.

Ayman al-Zawahiri Grabs Al-Qaeda Top Job

Who's Playing Whom in Yemen?

The US has found itself pushing for Saleh to step down despite concerns opposition leaders may oppose US anti-terror efforts - and Saleh knows it.

Who's Playing Whom in Yemen?

CIA Building 'Secret' Gulf Air Base

America's great house of spies is building a classified airbase in the Gulf in the event anti-US factions come to power in Yemen.

CIA Building 'Secret' Gulf Air Base

US Secret War on Yemen-Based Al Qaeda in Arabian Peninsula

The US is taking advantage of a power vacuum in Yemen to carry out targeted assassination attempts against top Al Qaeda terrorists.

US Secret War on Yemen-Based Al Qaeda in Arabian Peninsula

Al-Qaeda Creates Taliban 'Capital' in Yemen

A large city in southeastern Yemen has fallen to the Al-Qaeda terrorist organization, barely a week after the fall of Abyan province.

Al-Qaeda Creates Taliban 'Capital' in Yemen

Yemen: Al-Qaeda Seizes Southern Town

As Yemen's President and Opposition find themselves deadlocked over Saleh's departure, al-Qaeda seizes the southern town of Jaar.

Yemen: Al-Qaeda Seizes Southern Town

Saudi Arabia Arrests Dozens of Al-Qaeda Suspects

Saudi Arabian authorities have arrested dozens of suspected al-Qaeda terrorists in the past eight months, all planning attacks in the country.

Saudi Arabia Arrests Dozens of Al-Qaeda Suspects