Includes bibliographical references (pages 84-105).
Contents
Introduction -- The crisis in Yemeni governance -- The emergence and development of AQAP -- AQAP terrorism efforts directed against the United States -- The issue of drones -- The struggle to reform the Yemeni military and the role of U.S. military assistance -- Conclusion, implications for landpower, and recommendations.
Summary
In recent years, al-Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP) has been widely recognized as a more dangerous regional and international terrorist organization than the original al-Qaeda led by Osama bin Laden until his death in 2011. In 2010-11, AQAP was able to present a strong challenge to Yemen's government by capturing and retaining large areas in the southern part of the country. Yemen's new reform President defeated AQAP and recaptured areas under their control in 2012, but the terrorists remain an extremely dangerous force seeking to reassert themselves at this time of transition in Yemen.
Note
Description based on online resource; title from PDF title page (SSI, viewed June 25, 2013).
