May 2009 Security News

Italian Minister Says EU Should Decide Unanimously on Gitmo Inmates VOA 30 May 2009 -- Italy's interior minister said Saturday that European Union members must agree unanimously over accepting ex-detainees from the Guantanamo military base. He also expressed worry that the suspected terrorists might move easily through the union's loose borders.
Five Countries Report First Swine Flu Cases VOA 30 May 2009 -- Five countries reported their first confirmed cases of swine influenza A-H1N1 on Friday and Saturday.
Australia Mulls Taking US Detainees VOA 30 May 2009 -- The Australian government says it is considering resettling some U.S. detainees from the military detention facility at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba.
Navy Updates Number of Confirmed H1N1 Cases From the Department of the Navy Navy NewsStand 29 May 2009 -- The Navy updated its confirmed cases of H1N1 influenza May 29 to 79 Sailors.
US Rejects Newspaper Report on Iraq Prison Photos VOA 29 May 2009 -- Obama administration strongly denying report that images of apparent rape and sexual abuse among photographs government trying to prevent from being made public.
Obama Announces Cyber Security Office AFPS 29 May 2009 -- The nation's computer network infrastructure will be defended as a national strategic asset, President Barack Obama said.
Obama to Outline Strategy for Cyber Security VOA 29 May 2009 -- US President Obama to underscore the importance of digital security by outlining his strategy to protect the nation's computer networks.
Gunmen in Iran Wound 3 at President's Campaign Office VOA 29 May 2009 -- Gunmen have opened fire on one of President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad's campaign offices, wounding three people.
Iranians Allege U.S. 'Hands' Behind Mosque Bombing RFE/RL 29 May 2009 -- A local official and an influential prayer leader each accused US of involvement in a deadly mosque bombing in southeast Iran.
Iranian authorities say 19 died in mosque blast RIA Novosti 29 May 2009 -- Iranian authorities: 19 people lost their lives in a suicide bomb attack on a mosque in the southeast of the country.
Iranian Media: 19 Killed in Blast at Shi'ite Mosque in Iran VOA 29 May 2009 -- Suicide attack killed 19 people and wounded 125 others at a Shi'ite mosque in Zahedan.
WHO: Swine Flu Infections Top 15,000 VOA 29 May 2009 -- The World Health Organization said more than 15,000 cases of the swine influenza A-H1N1 have been confirmed worldwide, and 99 people have died.
DHS-IAIP Daily Open Source Infrastructure Report 29 May 2009 [PDF]
U.S. Grows 'Increasingly Safer' Under New Leadership, Jones Says AFPS 28 May 2009 -- National security advisor: President Obama’s decisions are making America “increasingly safer."
Iranian Media: 20 Killed in Blast at Sh'ite Mosque in Iran VOA 28 May 2009 -- Iranian news agency: 20 people have been killed and 55 others wounded in a suicide attack at a Shi'ite mosque in southeastern Iran.
Cruise Ship Ordered Away from Australian Coast as Swine Flu Spreads VOA 28 May 2009 -- Australian authorities asked cruise liner to cancel port call after three crew members tested positive for the H1N1.
Panama Welcomes USNS Comfort and Crew Navy NewsStand 28 May 2009 -- Opening ceremony in honor of the arrival of hospital ship USNS Comfort in the Republic of Panama as part of Continuing Promise 2009.
DHS-IAIP Daily Open Source Infrastructure Report 28 May 2009 [PDF]
Petraeus: Detainee Reforms Help, But Insurgents Problematic AFPS 27 May 2009 -- Closing Guantanamo Bay facility and abandoning so-called enhanced interrogations helps US efforts in Afghanistan and Iraq.
Ex-Italian Spy Chief Denies Involvement in Alleged CIA Kidnapping VOA 27 May 2009 -- Former head of Italian military intelligence denied any role in the 2003 kidnapping of an Egyptian cleric.
Security Council counter-terrorism bodies stress need for stocktaking UN News Centre 27 May 2009 -- Important part of the work of UNSC's counter-terrorism committees is stocktaking and reviewing efforts.
Brazil Frees Man Misidentified as Al-Qaida Suspect VOA 27 May 2009 -- Authorities in Sao Paulo, Brazil have released a Lebanese man arrested for operating a web site authorities suspected linked to terrorists.
Swine Flu Spreads in Australia VOA 27 May 2009 -- The number of H1N1 flu cases in Australia has doubled in the past day to 59.
WHO Reports 3 New Swine Flu Deaths VOA 27 May 2009 -- New figures from the World Health Organization, WHO, show the global H1N1 swine flu death toll has risen by three.
WHO says 48 countries confirm 13,398 swine flu cases, 95 deaths RIA Novosti 27 May 2009 -- WHO: 13,398 people in 48 countries worldwide officially diagnosed with A/H1N1, with a total of 95 deaths.
Bird flu confirmed in two Egyptian children RIA Novosti 27 May 2009 -- A girl and a boy, both aged four, have been diagnosed with bird flu in the north Egyptian Sharqia Governorate.
Unmanned Vehicles Aid in Mine Warfare, Homeland Defense Navy NewsStand 27 May 2009 -- NOMWC Sailors learn more about their unmanned vehicles and about working with other mine warfare assets.
DHS-IAIP Daily Open Source Infrastructure Report 27 May 2009 [PDF]
Gates Decries 'Fear-Mongering' in Guantanamo Debate AFPS 26 May 2009 -- Defense Secretary Gates: ‘Fear-mongering’ is clouding the national debate about closing Guantanamo Bay.
Reports: Brazil Arrests Key Al-Qaida Suspect VOA 26 May 2009 -- U.S. and Brazilian media reports say police have arrested a key al-Qaida operative in the Brazilian city of Sao Paulo.
U.S. plane returns from Russia over pilot swine flu scare RIA Novosti 26 May 2009 -- US plane flew home from Russia's Far East after local sanitary officials ordered a medical check-up of pilot over suspected flu.
WHO says 46 countries registered swine flu cases, 92 deaths RIA Novosti 26 May 2009 -- WHO: 12,954 people in 46 countries worldwide officially diagnosed with the A/H1N1 flue virus, with a total of 92 deaths.
Global Swine Flu Kills 5 More VOA 26 May 2009 -- The global H1N1 swine flu death toll rose by five while Bahrain reported its first case.
U.S. Army North and Hurricane Response Army News 26 May 2009 -- United States Army North (Fifth Army) has been working with its partners to prepare for the June 1 start of hurricane season.
Comfort Arrives in Panama, Offers Daily Medical Services Navy NewsStand 26 May 2009 -- Military Sealift Command hospital ship USNS Comfort arrived in Panama May 24 as part of Continuing Promise 2009.
DHS-IAIP Daily Open Source Infrastructure Report 26 May 2009 [PDF]
MIDDLE EAST: Swine flu cases appear in Egypt, Kuwait, UAE IRIN 25 May 2009 -- Confirmed cases of A(H1N1) influenza have been reported in new countries in the Middle East.
Swine flu outbreak expected to stabilize soon: health minister CNA 25 May 2009 -- Taiwan now preparing to prevent an epidemic in autumn/winter season this year.
Alert level up as 1st case of domestic infection confirmed (roundup) CNA 25 May 2009 -- Taiwan Central Epidemics Command Center raised flu alert level after the first case of domestic infection was confirmed.
Second swine flu case confirmed in Russia RIA Novosti 25 May 2009 -- A second person, recently arrived in Russia from the Dominican Republic, has been diagnosed with swine flu.
Hong Kong Asks Students to Stay in America Due to Swine Flu VOA 25 May 2009 -- Hong Kong has asked students in the United States to defer travel back home if they have symptoms of the flu.
Top U.S. Military Officer Favors Guantanamo Closure AFPS 24 May 2009 -- The detainee facility at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, should be closed, the Pentagon’s senior military officer said here today.
Guantanamo Debate Intensifies VOA 24 May 2009 -- The U.S. Congress may be on holiday recess this week, but the debate over the Obama administration's plans to close the Guantanamo detention center continues. The topic dominated the Sunday news interview programs broadcast each week on major American television networks.
Taiwan H1N1 cases listed separately by WHO CNA 24 May 2009 -- The World Health Organization (WHO) has begun to list Taiwan's confirmed cases of influenza A (H1N1 flu) as a separate entry at the bottom of its statistical table under the name "Chinese Taipei" rather than pooling them with China's
India Presses Pakistan for 'Credible Action' Against Terrorism VOA 23 May 2009 -- India's new government is pressing Pakistan to take "credible action" against terrorists said to be hiding in Pakistani territory.
Navy, Coast Guard Work to Improve Homeland Maritime Security Navy NewsStand 22 May 2009 -- An experiment conducted by Navy, Coast Guard and local and state authorities in Corpus Christi, Texas, this past week is allowing the agencies to test their tactics, equipment, procedures and response to an underwater explosive threat in a U.S. port or harbor.
Gates: 'Taint' Attached to Guantanamo's Name AFPS 22 May 2009 -- President Obama has little choice in closing military-run prison, because its name alone is a “taint” on US war efforts.
Russia's 'first swine flu victim' feels fine RIA Novosti 22 May 2009 -- A man said earlier on Friday to be the first person in Russia to contract the swine flu virus has told RIA Novosti that he "feels fine."
Russia's Health Ministry reports Moscow's first swine flu case RIA Novosti 22 May 2009 -- Russia's Health Ministry said on Friday that the first case of human swine flu infection has been diagnosed in Moscow.
Sixth swine flu case confirmed in Taiwan CNA 22 May 2009 -- Central Epidemics Command Center confirmed yet another case of swine flu bringing the number of infected patients in Taiwan to six
UN health agency chief puts Southern Hemisphere on alert for A(H1N1) virus UN News Centre 22 May 2009 -- Health authorities need to be vigilant as virus meets seasonal flu flowing through the yet unaffected Southern Hemisphere.
WHO confirms 11,168 A/H1N1 swine flu cases worldwide, 86 deaths RIA Novosti 22 May 2009 -- WHO: 11,168 people in 42 countries worldwide have been officially diagnosed with the A/H1N1 virus with 86 deaths.
DHS-IAIP Daily Open Source Infrastructure Report 22 May 2009 [PDF]
Controversy Continues Over Pelosi CIA Allegation VOA 21 May 2009 -- Controversy continues over House Speaker Pelosi's allegation that the CIA misled Congress about interrogation methods.
Protecting Our Security and Our Values The White House 21 May 2009 -- Remarks of President Barack Obama at the National Archives Museum
Former Vice President Cheney - Remarks at the American Enterprise Institute 21 May 2009
Cheney: Harsh Interrogation Was 'The Right Thing to Do' VOA 21 May 2009 -- Former VP Cheney defended Bush administration's use of harsh interrogation methods, saying they were necessary to save lives.
Obama Defends Decision to Close Guantanamo Prison VOA 21 May 2009 -- U.S. President Barack Obama says al-Qaida is actively planning to attack the United States again.
Obama Vows to Protect American People, Stay True to American Values AFPS 21 May 2009 -- President Barack Obama today vowed to protect the American people while staying true to American values.
US Military Official Alarmed By Growing al-Qaida - Taliban Ties VOA 21 May 2009 -- Chairman of the US Joint Chiefs of Staff expressing concern about growing ties between Taliban and al-Qaida.
New York Bomb Plot Suspects to Appear in Court VOA 21 May 2009 -- Four men arrested in an alleged plot to blow up a synagogue, a Jewish community center, and U.S. warplanes to appear in federal court.
Four Charged With Terror Plot Against Air Guard Base, Jewish Facilities AFPS 21 May 2009 -- Authorities say they have foiled another terrorist plot in New York.
FBI arrests 4 suspects in New York synagogue bomb plot RIA Novosti 21 May 2009 -- US Federal Bureau of Investigation arrested 4 men accused of planning to blow up a synagogue in New York.
Swine flu suspected in over 40 schoolchildren in north China RIA Novosti 21 May 2009 -- Cases of suspected flu infection among schoolchildren in northern China's Inner Mongolia have reached 46.
Third swine flu case confirmed in Taiwan CNA 21 May 2009 -- A third case of swine flu, officially known as influenza A(H1N1), was confirmed in Taiwan.
Swine Flu Cases Surge Above 11,000 VOA 21 May 2009 -- WHO: The number of swine influenza A-H1N1 cases around the world has surged above 11,000, including 85 deaths.
Confirmed A/H1N1 swine flu cases worldwide top 11,000, with 80 deaths RIA Novosti 21 May 2009 -- WHO: 11,034 people in 41 countries worldwide have been officially diagnosed with the A/H1N1 viruswith 85 deaths.
DHS-IAIP Daily Open Source Infrastructure Report 21 May 2009 [PDF]
Obama Addresses Efforts to Close Guantanamo VOA 20 May 2009 -- President Obama speaking about efforts to close US military detention center at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, where some terror suspects are held.
US Senate Votes to Block Transfer of Guantanamo Detainees to US Soil VOA 20 May 2009 -- US Senate voted to block the transfer of detainees at the Guantanamo Bay, Cuba detention center.
US Senate Democrats Withhold Funding to Close Guantanamo Prison VOA 20 May 2009 -- US Senate Democrats have decided not to provide funds to close the Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, detention center until President Barack Obama's administration presents a detailed plan for what to do with detainees held there.
Numbers of Swine Flu Cases Surge in Japan VOA 20 May 2009 -- Japan is on high alert after a sudden surge in cases of the swine influenza A-H1N1 virus.
AFGHANISTAN: Swine flu "getting closer" IRIN 20 May 2009 -- UN WHO has given 300,000 Tamiflu (Oseltamivir) capsules to Afghanistan to help it respond to a possible outbreak of influenza A(H1N1).
EGYPT: Anti-bird, swine flu measures affecting livelihoods IRIN 20 May 2009 -- Death of a four-year-old girl after she contracted the H5N1 avian flu virus brings the total number of bird flu deaths in Egypt to 27.
Taiwan issues phase 2 warning after 1st swine flu case confirmed CNA 20 May 2009 -- Central Epidemics Command Center issued a phase 2 alert after first case of influenza A(H1NI) confirmed in Taiwan
WHA participation benefits Taiwan, world: health minister CNA 20 May 2009 -- Taiwan's participation in the World Health Assembly not only benefits country but is also in the best interests of world.
Confirmed A/H1N1 swine flu cases worldwide top 10,000, with 80 deaths RIA Novosti 20 May 2009 -- 10,243 people in 41 countries worldwide have been officially diagnosed with the A/H1N1 virus with 80 deaths.
Swine Flu Cases Surge Above 10,000 VOA 20 May 2009 -- The World Health Organization says the number of global H1N1 swine flu cases has surged beyond 10,200 and the death toll has climbed to 80.
US Agents Break up Ring Smuggling Guns to Mexico VOA 20 May 2009 -- Federal agents have broken up a gun-smuggling ring in the Houston area that was allegedly sending weapons to criminal gangs in Mexico.
Pacific Partnership to Run as Scheduled Aboard USNS Byrd AFPS 20 May 2009 -- The H1N1 flu virus won’t be able to count the Pacific Partnership 2009 mission among its casualties.
DHS-IAIP Daily Open Source Infrastructure Report 20 May 2009 [PDF]
Parliamentary Group Clears British Intelligence of Failing to Prevent London Bombings VOA 19 May 2009 -- Committee released findings into what country's intelligence service knew before 7th of July 2005.
MI5 unable to track terror suspects ahead of London bombings IRNA 19 May 2009 -- Britain's security service did not have manpower to do checks on ringleader of the London bombings ahead of attacks in 2005.
German secret service report highlights MKO terror role IRNA 19 May 2009 -- Germany's Verfassungsschutz intelligence agency highlighted in its annual report MKO's numerous terror attacks inside Iran.
Iran Leader Accuses US of Supporting Terrorism VOA 19 May 2009 -- Iran's supreme leader is accusing the United States of promoting terrorism against Iran from the Kurdish region of neighboring Iraq.
Swine Influenza A-H1N1 Claims First Victim in New York City VOA 19 May 2009 -- A New York City educator has died after a battle with swine flu - the city's first fatality linked to the virus.
Swine flu continues to spread, 9,830 cases worldwide - WHO RIA Novosti 19 May 2009 -- 40 countries have reported a total of 9,830 cases of A/H1N1 infection, including 79 deaths,.
H1N1 Swine Flu Continues to Spread VOA 19 May 2009 -- The H1N1 swine flu virus continues to make its way around the world, with at least 8,800 cases now confirmed in 40 countries.
US Preparing for Possible H1N1 Swine Flu Pandemic VOA 19 May 2009 -- A senior U.S. health official urges countries to adopt aggressive measures to contain the A-H1N1 swine flu virus.
Taiwan, China health ministers meet at WHA CNA 19 May 2009 -- Taiwan's Department of Health Minister Yeh exchanged greetings with his Chinese counterpart at the opening of the 2009 World Health Assembly.
New flu uncovers public health's successes, challenges - Ban UN News Centre 19 May 2009 -- Global solidarity is crucial to containing the outbreak of influenza A(H1N1).
Reliable information on new flu critical: WHO chief IRNA 19 May 2009 -- Obtaining reliable information on aspects of influenza A(H1N1) is critical to make informed decisions.
Pacific Partnership 09 to Continue on USNS Richard E. Byrd Navy NewsStand 19 May 2009 -- Pacific Partnership mission will now deploy on aboard USNS Richard E. Byrd it was announced May 18.
Thai court to rule on 'Merchant of Death' extradition on Aug. 11 RIA Novosti 19 May 2009 -- Thai court: Will announce its ruling on the extradition of suspected Russian arms trafficker Viktor Bout on August 11.
Season Approaches for Severe Weather Awareness AFPS 19 May 2009 -- As tornado season approaches it is time to be more aware of the possible dangers these violent storms can pose.
Virginia Guard Assists With Flood Cleanup in West Virginia AFPS 19 May 2009 -- About 30 soldiers from the Virginia National Guard left for West Virginia to assist with flood recovery.
Washington Guard Works With Thai First Responders AFPS 19 May 2009 -- National Guard Partnership Program pairs up Guard members from every state with foreign countries to provide mentorship and training.
DHS-IAIP Daily Open Source Infrastructure Report 19 May 2009 [PDF]
WHO Urges Countries to Prepare for Possible Flu Pandemic VOA 18 May 2009 -- WHO is warning against complacency and urging countries to prepare for a possible pandemic from the Swine Flu A-H1N1 virus.
Florida Orders Raytheon's Advanced SUV-Based Radiation Detection System Raytheon 18 May 2009 -- Raytheon Company (NYSE: RTN) received an award for its Mobile Nuclear Radiation Detection System from Florida's Department of Transportation.
Reliable information on new flu critical - WHO chief UN News Centre 18 May 2009 -- Obtaining reliable information on aspects of influenza A(H1N1) infection is critical to make informed decisions.
Swine Flu Tops Agenda at Annual World Health Assembly Meeting VOA 18 May 2009 -- World Health Organization's annual assembly opened in Geneva, where the new strain of H1N1 swine flu tops the agenda.
Japanese Health Ministry confirms 130 swine flu cases RIA Novosti 18 May 2009 -- Japan's Health Ministry announced a total of 130 people in the country have been infected with the A/H1N1 influenza virus.
Moment of history: Taiwan returns to WHA as observer CNA 18 May 2009 -- History was made when Taiwan's health minister took his seat as an observer at the annual meeting of the World Health Organization.
World Health Assembly Discusses New Health Challenges VOA 18 May 2009 -- Annual World Health Assembly opened with delegatesmember countries discussing how to protect people from diseases.
NORAD Officials Reschedule Capital-area Exercise AFPS 18 May 2009 -- North American Aerospace Defense Command exercise rescheduled after inclement weather last week forced its postponement.
DHS-IAIP Daily Open Source Infrastructure Report 18 May 2009 [PDF]
Swine flu continues to spread, with 8,480 cases worldwide - WHO RIA Novosti 17 May 2009 -- The global caseload of human swine flu cases has reached 8,480 in 39 countries, the World Trade Organization said in an update released on Sunday.
First case of A/H1N1 swine flu confirmed in China's capital RIA Novosti 17 May 2009 -- The first human case of A/H1N1 influenza has been confirmed in China's capital, bringing the number of human swine flu cases in mainland China to three, the news agency Xinhua reported on Sunday.
US Lawmakers Consider Guantanamo to be Both Prison and Courthouse VOA 17 May 2009 -- U.S. President Barack Obama's decisions to continue using military commissions to try terrorism detainees and to set a deadline for the closure of the military prison at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, has earned praise and criticism on the Sunday television talk shows, sometimes from unexpected corners.
Japan Confirms 72 New Swine Flu Infections VOA 17 May 2009 -- Japanese health officials have confirmed 72 more cases of the new strain of H1N1 influenza, making Japan the worst-affected country in the Asia-Pacific region.
Ethnic Uighurs Held at Guantanamo Since 2002 VOA 17 May 2009 -- Roughly 240 detainees are still being held at the U.S. military prison at Guatanamo Bay, Cuba. Among them are 17 ethnic Uighurs, Muslims from western China, who have been held in Guantanamo since 2002. This is despite a U.S. determination that they are not enemy combatants.
CIA Refutes House Leader Claim VOA 16 May 2009 -- The head of the Central Intelligence Agency is rejecting claims by the leader of the House of Representatives that the CIA misled her about the use of waterboarding on suspected terrorists during a 2002 briefing.
First case of H1N1 confirmed in India IRNA 16 May 2009 -- India's Health Ministry on Saturday confirmed its first case of the H1N1 flu (Swine Flu) in the southern city of Hyderabad.
WHO confirms 8,451 human cases of A/H1N1 influenza in 36 countries RIA Novosti 16 May 2009 -- The World Health Organization on Saturday confirmed 8,451 human cases of A/H1N1 influenza in 36 countries, with 72 deaths.
Navy Updates Number of Confirmed H1N1 Cases Navy NewsStand 15 May 2009 -- The Navy updated its confirmed cases of H1N1 influenza May 15 to 50 Sailors; the majority of those cases have now returned to duty.
United States Transfers Lakhdar Boumediene to France US Dept. of Justice 15 May 2009 -- Lakhdar Boumediene, an Algerian national who had been held at the Guantanamo Bay detention facility since 2002, has been transferred to France
Defense Department Announces Proposed Rule Changes to Military Commissions DoD 15 May 2009 -- The President has determined to reform military commissions as an available forum, along with the federal courts, for the prosecution of detainees at Guantanamo.
Human Rights Groups Blast Obama Guantanamo Decision VOA 15 May 2009 -- President Obama's decision to continue using military commissions has surprised and angered human rights activists.
President Seeks to Reform, Revive Military Commissions AFPS 15 May 2009 -- President Obama moved a step closer toward reforming and reviving military commissions.
Guantanamo Military Tribunals to Resume VOA 15 May 2009 -- Obama administration expected to revive military-run trials for terror suspects being detained at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba.
US Lawmakers Press Attorney General on Interrogation, Guantanamo Issues VOA 15 May 2009 -- US Attorney General Holder was pressed about Bush administration-approved interrogation methods.
Cheney Re-Emerges in National Debate Over Torture VOA 15 May 2009 -- Former VP Cheney found himself at the center of a media debate over interrogation tactics used during the Bush administration.
U.S. House Speaker Says CIA Misled Congress On 'Torture' RFE/RL 15 May 2009 -- Nancy Pelosi charged that the CIA deliberately misled her about interrogation techniques.
Lackland chosen as cyber numbered Air Force headquarters AFNS 15 May 2009 -- USAF officials announced Lackland Air Force Base is the preferred alternative for the permanent location of 24th Air Force.
Air Force Names Lackland Alternative for Cyber Numbered Headquarters AFPS 15 May 2009 -- USAF announced that Lackland AFB, Texas, is the preferred alternative for the permanent location of 24th Air Force.
Global Swine Flu Cases on the Rise VOA 15 May 2009 -- The United States has confirmed its fourth death from swine influenza A-H1N1.
First case of A/H1N1 swine flu confirmed in Ecuador RIA Novosti 15 May 2009 -- The first human case of A/H1N1 influenza has been confirmed in Ecuador, the country's health minister said Friday.
Taiwan to donate US$5 million worth of flu medicine to WHO CNA 15 May 2009 -- Taiwan will donate US$5 million worth of vaccines or medicine to the World Health Organization to help it fight flu outbreak.
WHO confirms 7,520 cases of A/H1N1 influenza in 34 countries RIA Novosti 15 May 2009 -- WHO confirmed 7,520 cases of swine flu in 34 countries, with 65 deaths, over a thousand more infections than yesterday.
Global Swine Flu Cases Rise by 1,000 VOA 15 May 2009 -- WHO says the number of confirmed swine influenza A-H1N1 cases around the world has risen by more than 1,000 in one day.
Mexico may have covered up threat of swine flu outbreak - Castro RIA Novosti 15 May 2009 -- Former Cuban leader Fidel Castro: Mexico may have concealed the threat of an outbreak of the swine flu virus.
Egypt's 71st bird flu case confirmed in 3-year-old boy RIA Novosti 15 May 2009 -- A 3-year-old Egyptian boy has contracted the bird flu virus, bringing the country's number of human avian flu cases to 71.
DHS-IAIP Daily Open Source Infrastructure Report 15 May 2009 [PDF]
H1N1 Flu Cases Continue to Rise But Has Not Reached Pandemic Level VOA 14 May 2009 -- WHO reports it has received nearly 6,500 officially confirmed cases of swine influenza A-H1N1 from 33 countries.
Number of confirmed influenza A(H1N1) cases rises to nearly 6,500 UN News Centre 14 May 2009 -- UN WHO nearly 6,500 laboratory-confirmed cases of the influenza A(H1N1) have been reported by 33 countries.
H1N1 cases now reported in 33 countries: WHO IRNA 14 May 2009 -- UN WHO: 33 countries have reported 5,728 laboratory confirmed cases of influenza A(H1N1), with Cuba, Finland and Thailand latest to join list.
WHO says 6,497 confirmed swine flu cases worldwide, 65 deaths RIA Novosti 14 May 2009 -- WHO: 33 countries have confirmed a total of 6,497 cases of swine flu, including 65 deaths.
WHO Reports 6,500 Swine Flu Cases VOA 14 May 2009 -- The number of confirmed cases of the swine influenza A-H1N1 virus is still rising.
Congress Begins Hearings On Bush-Era Interrogation Policies RFE/RL 14 May 2009 -- US Senate panel heard testimony about policies that permitted harsh interrogation techniques.
House Speaker Defends Position on Knowledge of Interrogation VOA 14 May 2009 -- House of Reps Speaker Pelosi strongly defended her account of what was told about interrogation techniques.
Two-thirds of UK terror suspects released without charge IRNA 14 May 2009 -- Less than 7% percent of terrorist suspects arrested in Britain since 9/11 have so far been convicted under terrorism legislation.
UK refuses to intervene over deportation of Pakistani students IRNA 14 May 2009 -- British government rejected appeal to prevent deportation of students detained originally under terrorism legislation.
US Treasury Targets Syria-Based al-Qaida in Iraq Leader VOA 14 May 2009 -- US Treasury Department putting tight financial restrictions on the Syria-based leader of a group linked to al-Qaida.
Tajiks Target Obscure Islamic Group For Prosecution RFE/RL 14 May 2009 -- Alleged followers of the Sunni missionary group Jamaat-ut Tabligh have come under increasing pressure in Tajikistan.
Phone Tapping in Turkey Raises Privacy Concerns VOA 14 May 2009 -- In Turkey revelation that 70,000 telephones have been monitored by the state in the last three years has provoked a major controversy.
Bird flu virus contracted by 4-year-old Egyptian boy RIA Novosti 14 May 2009 -- A 4-year-old Egyptian boy has contracted the bird flu virus, bringing the number of human avian flu cases in the country to 70.
DHS-IAIP Daily Open Source Infrastructure Report 14 May 2009 [PDF]
Influenza A(H1N1) cases now reported in 33 countries, says UN health agency UN News Centre 13 May 2009 -- The United Nations World Health Organization (WHO) said today that 33 countries have reported 5,728 laboratory confirmed cases of influenza A(H1N1) infection as of today, with Cuba, Finland and Thailand the latest to join the list.
Swine Flu Continues to Spread VOA 13 May 2009 -- The swine influenza A-H1N1 virus is still spreading around the world.
US Officials Expect More Swine Flu Cases, Deaths VOA 13 May 2009 -- The number of U.S. cases of swine flu has risen to 3,000 - an increase of 400 from Monday's released figures.
WHO says 5,728 confirmed swine flu cases worldwide, 61 deaths RIA Novosti 13 May 2009 -- WHO: 33 countries have confirmed a total of 5,728 cases of swine flu, including 61 deaths.
Airmen deliver 30,000 H1N1 prevention kits to South America AFNS 13 May 2009 -- Air Mobility Command C-17 delivered 30,000 H1N1 influenza prevention kits to 6 South American countries.
UN agency to issue guidance for H1N1 caregivers IRNA 13 May 2009 -- UN WHO will soon publish initial guidance for clinical management of influenza A(H1N1) infection.
Navy Updates Number of Confirmed H1N1 Cases Navy NewsStand 13 May 2009 -- The Navy updated its confirmed cases of H1N1 influenza May 13 to 40 Sailors.
Former FBI Agent Says Harsh Interrogation Techniques Not Reliable VOA 13 May 2009 -- Former FBI agent: Harsh techniques used by the previous Bush administration were not effective.
Defense Officials Support Obama's Decision to Fight Photo Release AFPS 13 May 2009 -- SecDef Gates stands behind President Obama's decision to fight releasing hundreds of photos of prisoners.
Obama Seeking to Block Release of Detainee Abuse Photographs VOA 13 May 2009 -- US President Obama opposes the release of photographs fearing such a release would threaten national security.
Nominee Vows to Strengthen Homeland Defense AFPS 13 May 2009 -- Nnominee for assistant secretary of defense for homeland defense welcomes the opportunity to strengthen government partnerships.
Training, Humanitarian Assistance Fuse During Continuing Promise AFPS 13 May 2009 -- Personnel involved in Operation Continuing Promise 09 already treated more than 25,000 patients from 3 countries.
Exercise to Test Aerospace Response Over Washington AFPS 13 May 2009 -- North American Aerospace Defense Command will conduct an exercise over the nation’s capital and its suburbs May 15.
DHS-IAIP Daily Open Source Infrastructure Report 13 May 2009 [PDF]
UN agency to issue guidance for influenza A(H1N1) caregivers UN News Centre 12 May 2009 -- UN WHO will soon publish initial guidance for clinical management of influenza A(H1N1) infection.
Asia needs better information exchange on swine flu: health official CNA 12 May 2009 -- Asian countries should speed up their exchanges of information on outbreaks of influenza A(H1N1).
H1N1 Swine Flu Virus Spreads to More Countries VOA 12 May 2009 -- The H1N1 swine flu virus continues to spread worldwide with mainland China reporting its first case and Japan confirming its first four cases.
Thailand, Cuba report first swine flu infection RIA Novosti 12 May 2009 -- Thailand and Cuba have joined the list of 30 countries that have reported cases of human A/H1N1 infection.
WHO officially confirms 5,251 A/H1N1 cases, 61 deaths worldwide RIA Novosti 12 May 2009 -- WHO officially confirmed 5,251 cases of A/H1N1 influenza with 61 deaths in 30 countries.
WHO: Global Swine Flu Cases Top 5,200 VOA 12 May 2009 -- WHO: Number of swine influenza A-H1N1 cases now tops 5,200 in 30 countries, while two additional countries reported their first cases.
H1N1 cases nearly double over weekend- WHO IRNA 12 May 2009 -- UN WHO: Number of laboratory-confirmed cases of the influenza A(H1N1) virus has increased to 4,694, including 53 deaths.
Navy Updates Confirmed Cases of H1N1 Navy NewsStand 12 May 2009 -- The Navy updated its confirmed cases of H1N1 influenza May 12 to 27 Sailors.
EGYPT: Pig cull hits livelihoods of some Orthodox Christians IRIN 12 May 2009 -- Main dumping area for rubbish also the place where, local people say, some three quarters of Egypt’s pigs are bred.
Battle Lines in Torture Debate Harden VOA 12 May 2009 -- Former VP Cheney and several religious leaders are the latest to add their voices to the national debate over harsh interrogation techniques.
British lawyers call for urgent action on Guantanamo juveniles IRNA 12 May 2009 -- Leading British lawyers called on the US Attorney General to take urgent action over those detained who were captured as juveniles.
Militant Group Denies Leader Is in Iraqi Custody VOA 12 May 2009 -- A group linked to al-Qaida in Iraq is denying Iraqi government reports that its leader was recently arrested.
General calls for new thinking on cyberspace AFNS 12 May 2009 -- USAF's top cyber official: Cyber arena is filled with new business opportunities, and some very hard challenges.
DHS-IAIP Daily Open Source Infrastructure Report 12 May 2009 [PDF]
Influenza A(H1N1) cases nearly double over weekend – UN health agency UN News Centre 11 May 2009 -- The United Nations World Health Organization (WHO) said today that the number of laboratory-confirmed cases of the influenza A(H1N1) virus has increased to 4,694 – nearly double the figure reported last Friday – including 53 deaths.
Swine Flu Death Toll in Mexico Rises to 56 VOA 11 May 2009 -- Tens of thousands of Mexican primary school children have returned to freshly-scrubbed classrooms following a nationwide shutdown.
WHO officially confirms 4,694 A/H1N1 cases worldwide with 53 deaths RIA Novosti 11 May 2009 -- World Health Organization officially confirmed 4,694 cases of A/H1N1 influenza with 53 deaths in 30 countries.
Taiwan receives A(H1N1) virus samples from U.S. for vaccine CNA 11 May 2009 -- Taiwan Centers for Disease Control expressed appreciation to US for its timely supply of influenza A(H1N1) samples.
CONGO: Boost for flu preparedness IRIN 11 May 2009 -- The Republic of Congo has set up a national emergency management committee to step up swine flu monitoring and detection.
China Confirms First Swine Flu H1N1 Case VOA 11 May 2009 -- China has confirmed its first mainland case of swine influenza, H1N1.
Navy Revises Number of H1N1 Cases Navy NewsStand 11 May 2009 -- The Navy updated its confirmed cases of H1N1 influenza May 11 to 23 Sailors.
Guard Members Respond to Flooding in Three States AFPS 11 May 2009 -- Adverse weather is affecting Kentucky, West Virginia and Alaska, and the National Guard is helping with relief efforts there.
Aircrews, maintainers gear up for wildfire season AFNS 11 May 2009 -- Reserve and Air National Guard Airmen earned their certifications on the Military Airborne Firefighting System during training May 3-9.
DHS-IAIP Daily Open Source Infrastructure Report 11 May 2009 [PDF]
Petraeus says al-Qaeda has made Pakistan its global base IRNA 09 May 2009 -- Senior leaders of al-Qaeda are using sanctuaries in Pakistan's lawless frontier regions to plan new terror attacks and funnel money, manpower and guidance to affiliates around the world, according to a top American military commander.
Thousands of Egyptians abandon Umrah plans amid flu fears RIA Novosti 09 May 2009 -- Thousands of Muslims in Egypt have cancelled their plans to conduct a pilgrimage to the Islamic holy cities of Mecca and Medina this year due to the threat of A/N1H1 virus, Egyptian newspaper Al-Masri al-Yaum said on Saturday.
WHO: Swine Flu Spreads to 29 Countries VOA 09 May 2009 -- The World Health Organization announced Saturday that the new H1N1 swine flu virus has spread to 29 countries, while Costa Rica reported its first death and Mexico reported three additional deaths.
Republicans: Closing Guantanamo 'Dangerous' VOA 09 May 2009 -- The opposition Republican Party said U.S. President Barack Obama's plan to close the military prison at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba is "dangerous." A Republican lawmaker said the president is endangering national security. President Obama has long promised to close Guantanamo, where 241 suspected terrorists are held, by January, 2010. Senator Kit Bond of the central state of Missouri said the president has no plan for where to send the detainees when the facility is closed.
Navy Updates Number of H1N1 Cases Navy NewsStand 08 May 2009 -- The Navy updated its confirmed cases of H1N1 influenza May 8 to 17 Sailors based in San Diego and one based in Norfolk.
Naval Health Research Center Designated H1N1 Confirmatory Lab Navy NewsStand 08 May 2009 -- The Naval Health Research Center was designated May 7 an H1N1 confirmatory lab by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
Military Office Director Resigns in Wake of New York Fly-by AFPS 08 May 2009 -- The director of the White House Military Office has submitted his resignation in the wake of an April 27 aerial photo shoot with a presidential aircraft over New York City.
ASIA: Governments move to boost anti-viral stockpilesn IRIN 08 May 2009 -- Southeast Asian countries have agreed to boost anti-viral stockpiles and consolidate regional efforts to prevent a spread of the H1N1 swine flu.
Influenza A(H1N1) infections climb to 2,500, UN agency reports UN News Centre 08 May 2009 -- The number of influenza A(H1N1) infections has risen to 2,500 in 25 countries, the United Nations health agency reported today, while adding that there were no new deaths from the virus.
Obama: Swine Flu Not As Virulent As Feared VOA 08 May 2009 -- US President Obama: Influenza A-H1N1 has not been as virulent as feared, but he said the virus can spread easily.
U.S. confirms nearly 1,700 swine flu cases RIA Novosti 08 May 2009 -- Health authorities in the United States have officially confirmed 1,693 cases of A/H1N1 influenza in the country.
GLOBAL: No A (H1N1) cases - reality or poor lab facilities? IRIN 08 May 2009 -- No cases have yet been confirmed in Africa, causing medical experts to question whether this is due to good luck.
Brazil, Argentina report first swine flu cases RIA Novosti 08 May 2009 -- Brazil and Argentina have confirmed their first cases of swine flu, joining a vast list of countries already hit by the virus.
U.S. sends swine flu samples to Russia RIA Novosti 08 May 2009 -- Samples of the A/H1N1 virus have been delivered from the US to Russia where scientists will conduct tests and develop a vaccine.
Asia Health Ministers to Boost Output of Antiviral Drugs Due to Flu Threat VOA 08 May 2009 -- Health ministers from Asia have agreed to boost stockpiles of medicines because of the risk of pandemic flu.
Hong Kong Ends Swine Flu Quarantine VOA 08 May 2009 -- Hong Kong has lifted the week-long quarantine for about 300 guests and staff at a hotel where a Mexican who infected with influenza A-H1N1 had stayed.
Singapore Fugitive Islamist Leader Captured in Malaysia VOA 08 May 2009 -- A suspected leader of an al-Qaida-linked terrorist group has been re-captured in Malaysia after more than a year on the run.
DHS-IAIP Daily Open Source Infrastructure Report 08 May 2009 [PDF]
Benin Closely Watching Suspected Swine Flu Case VOA 07 May 2009 -- The World Health Organization is watching a suspected swine flu case in Benin that would, if confirmed, be the first on the African continent.
Governments Prepare for Possible Flu Pandemic VOA 07 May 2009 -- World Health Organization reported that 22 countries have officially reported a total of more than 1500 cases of Influenza A H1N1 infection.
Disease Experts Say Flu Threat in Mexico Diminished VOA 07 May 2009 -- In Mexico, authorities say 44 people have now died of the H1N1 influenza-A virus and they are urging caution as life returns to normal.
Influenza A(H1N1) infections top 2,000 with 44 deaths UN News Centre 07 May 2009 -- Number of people infected with influenza A(H1N1) virus has topped 2,000.
WHO: Swine Flu Cases Top 2,000 VOA 07 May 2009 -- The World Health Organization says the swine influenza A-H1N1 virus has infected more than 2,000 people worldwide.
US Health Officials Warn Public to Remain Vigilant Against Flu VOA 07 May 2009 -- Mexican officials lowered the alert level for influenza A H1N1 as the number of cases seems to be ebbing.
Russian scientists develop tests for A/H1N1 swine flu RIA Novosti 07 May 2009 -- Russian scientists have developed tests to detect the A/H1N1 virus.
Poland confirms first case of swine flu RIA Novosti 07 May 2009 -- The first case of the A/H1N1 infection has been registered in Poland, the country's RMF FM radio station said.
Russia lifts pork ban on five U.S. states RIA Novosti 07 May 2009 -- Russia's food safety regulator Rosselkhoznadzor has lifted a ban on pork imports from 5 US states imposed earlier due to A/H1N1 flu virus.
US: Guantanamo Closing Will Not Risk Safety of Americans VOA 07 May 2009 -- US attorney general: US will not put the safety of Americans at risk with the transfer of any detainee from prison at Guantanamo Bay.
CSTO expands list of terror organizations RIA Novosti 07 May 2009 -- The Collective Security Treaty Organization expanded its list of terrorist and extremist organizations to 31.
Better-equipped National Guard Still Faces Critical Shortages AFPS 07 May 2009 -- Equipment critical to both domestic and warfighting missions and air sovereignty remain areas of concern for the National Guard.
Air Force Reserve, Air Guard Maintain Aerial Firefighting Certification AFPS 07 May 2009 -- Air Force Reserve and Air National Guard crews and aerial firefighters participating in a week-long annual certification.
DHS-IAIP Daily Open Source Infrastructure Report 07 May 2009 [PDF]
Military Continues to Monitor H1N1 Flu Virus's Path AFPS 06 May 2009 -- US military has prepared for years to confront a public health challenge like the H1N1 influenza virus.
UN prepares for production of influenza A(H1N1) vaccine UN News Centre 06 May 2009 -- Number of influenza A(H1N1) infections continues to climb, as UN WHO moves forward with efforts to create a vaccine.
WHO: Drug Companies Must Prepare for Swine Flu Vaccine VOA 06 May 2009 -- WHO: All pharmaceutical manufacturers must be ready to start producing vaccines to protect people against Influenza A-H1N1.
Mexico Reports More Flu Deaths VOA 06 May 2009 -- Mexican authorities say there have been 42 deaths in the country from the swine influenza A-H1N1 virus, out of more than 1,000 confirmed cases.
Mexico swine flu caseload reaches 1,112 with 42 deaths RIA Novosti 06 May 2009 -- The number of confirmed cases of human infection with H1N1 swine flu has risen to 1,112 in Mexico, including 42 deaths.
Mexico Returning to Normal After Flu Outbreak; Second Fatality in US VOA 06 May 2009 -- US health officials: Woman in Texas second person outside of neighboring Mexico to die of influenza A-H1N1.
MIDDLE EAST: Swine flu update IRIN 06 May 2009 -- Confirmed cases of influenza A/H1N1 have been reported in Israel, which is among 21 countries to have officially reported cases.
China allocates $725 mln to fight swine flu RIA Novosti 06 May 2009 -- The Chinese authorities have allocated 5 billion yuan ($725 million) for measures to keep the swine flu virus at bay.
ASEAN Plus Meeting Hopes to Limit Swine Flu's Economic Damage VOA 06 May 2009 -- Officials from ASEAN as well as China, South Korea and Japan to boost regional cooperation in dealing with any outbreak.
CDC confirms H1N1 case involving military dependent AFNS 06 May 2009 -- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention officials confirmed one isolated case of the H1N1 flu virus at Nellis Air Force Base.
Measures against Swine Flu Taken in DPRK KCNA 06 May 2009 -- The DPRK is intensifying preventive actions against swine flu on high alert for the influenza spreading rapidly in the world.
Ban urges global solidarity to tackle influenza outbreak IRNA 06 May 2009 -- UN Secretary-General Ban: Influenza A(H1N1) outbreak is yet another reminder of just how much countries are interconnected.
Gates Talks Guantanamo with Saudis VOA 06 May 2009 -- US Defense Secretary Gates spoke to local officials about using a successful program for absorbing their detainees from Guantanamo.
Mumbai Terror Suspect Pleads 'Not Guilty' VOA 06 May 2009 -- A Pakistani national on trial in India for last year's Mumbai terrorist attack has pleaded not guilty to all charges against him.
CSTO Adds Islamic Groups To Extremist List RFE/RL 06 May 2009 -- CSTO has agreed to include the Nurchilar and Salafiylar Islamic religious sects on its list of extremist organizations.
Guard Members From Eight States Practice Contamination Responses AFPS 06 May 2009 -- CONN-EX 09 exercise involving CST teams from across New England, New York and New Jersey.
Pacific Partnership 09 to Continue Without USS Dubuque Navy NewsStand 06 May 2009 -- Pacific Partnership mission not will take place aboard USS Dubuque because of H1N1 virus concerns.
Citadel Gale Preps Navy for Hurricane Season Navy NewsStand 06 May 2009 -- Commander, U.S. 2nd Fleet kicked off its participation in Hurricane Exercise 09, dubbed HURREX/Citadel Gale 09, May 4.
USNS Comfort Arrives in Antigua, Barbuda Navy NewsStand 06 May 2009 -- Military Sealift Command hospital ship USNS Comfort arrived May 5 in the port of St. Johns, Antigua, for Continuing Promise 2009.
DHS-IAIP Daily Open Source Infrastructure Report 06 May 2009 [PDF]
Statement by HHS Secretary Kathleen Sebelius and by Acting CDC Director Dr. Richard Besser Regarding the Change in CDC's School and Child Care Closure Guidance CDC 05 May 2009
Mexico Moves Toward Normalcy as Swine Flu Subsides VOA 05 May 2009 -- Government officials say the disease appears to be waning and that people can start returning to their normal lives this week.
Mexican Businesses, Schools to Reopen as Flu Scare Lessens VOA 05 May 2009 -- Mexican businesses that were closed because of the H1N1 influenza virus are scheduled to reopen Wednesday.
Ban urges global solidarity to tackle influenza A(H1N1) outbreak UN News Centre 05 May 2009 -- Secretary-General Ban: Influenza outbreak is yet another reminder of just how much countries are interconnected.
Navy Updates Number of Sailors with H1N1 Navy NewsStand 05 May 2009 -- The Navy updated its confirmed cases of H1N1 influenza May 5 to five Sailors based in San Diego.
Homeland Secretary Reports Cautious Optimism About H1N1 Flu AFPS 05 May 2009 -- Info from Centers for Disease Control and Prevention regarding the severity and reach of the H1N1 flu virus is encouraging.
Vigilance crucial as H1N1 virus continues to evolve - Ban IRNA 05 May 2009 -- UN has no plans to raise the global alert level on the influenza A(H1N1) virus to Phase 6 at this time.
Swine flu toll rises, WHO urges vigilance IRNA 05 May 2009 -- The number of swine flu victims topped the 1,000 mark as the World Health Organization urged countries to remain vigilant over the outbreak.
Global number of swine flu cases reaches 1,124 RIA Novosti 05 May 2009 -- World Health Organization: The global caseload of H1N1 swine flu cases has reached 1,124, with a death toll of 25.
Anti-Swine Flu Virus Headquarters established in Iran IRNA 05 May 2009 -- IRI Government established an Anti-Swine Flu Virus Headquarters commissioned to adopt necessary measured to immunize Iranian society.
Taiwan issues yellow travel alert for Portugal over swine flu CNA 05 May 2009 -- Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued a yellow travel alert for Portugal, one of 21 areas that Taiwan has tagged since flu began to spread.
15 suspected case of Swine (H1N1) Flu in India found negative IRNA 05 May 2009 -- As the results of five more persons are awaited, samples of 15 suspected cases of H1N1 Flu were found to be negative.
Iraqi Commander Blames Recent Attacks On Al-Qaeda RFE/RL 05 May 2009 -- Iraqi Lieutenant General Othman al-Ghanimi: Al-Qaeda sleeper cells responsible for the recent spate of violence in Babil Province.
Navy, Coast Guard Partner for Homeland Security Experiment Navy NewsStand 05 May 2009 -- Navy, CG and local civil authorities will combine forces to conduct experiment focusing on maritime homeland security.
War Game Stresses Importance of Coordination In Maritime Security, Defense Navy NewsStand 05 May 2009 -- 2009 Maritime Homeland Security / Maritime Homeland Defense War Game concluded April 24.
50 Years of Success for the Joint Typhoon Warning Center Navy NewsStand 05 May 2009 -- The Joint Typhoon Warning Center marked its 50th anniversary.
US Federal Agents Crack Down on Mexico Gun Smuggling VOA 05 May 2009 -- Mexico has been focus of flu outbreak, but rash of killings carried out by drug trafficking gangs continues to be an urgent problem.
UK names individuals banned from entering country IRNA 05 May 2009 -- Home Office announced it was publishing for the first time a list of individuals who were banned from entering the UK for 'stirring-up hatred'.
Turkey: 8 Held in Deadly Wedding Attack VOA 05 May 2009 -- Turkey's interior minister: Police detained 8 people suspected of involvement in attack on a wedding party in the southeastern part of the country.
45 Killed in Wedding Attack in Turkey VOA 05 May 2009 -- Masked assailants with grenades and automatic weapons attacked a wedding party in southeastern Turkey, killing 45 people and wounding at least six others.
DHS-IAIP Daily Open Source Infrastructure Report 05 May 2009 [PDF]
US Officials 'Cautiously Optimistic' About Swine Flu Spread VOA 04 May 2009 -- U.S. authorities report that the number of confirmed swine flu cases in the United States has reached 286 across 36 states.
Navy Confirms Three Cases of H1N1 Flu Navy NewsStand 04 May 2009 -- The Navy confirmed May 4 that three Sailors based in San Diego, Calif., were confirmed to have H1N1 influenza.
WHO Concerned About Spread of Flu to Southern Hemisphere VOA 04 May 2009 -- WHO: Some concern A-H1N1 virus may start moving to the Southern Hemisphere, where regular flu season is approaching.
China Quarantines Canadian Students, Collects Citizens in Mexico VOA 04 May 2009 -- China has quarantined a group of Canadian university students for a week, as part of efforts to fight swine flu.
Asian Biotech Companies Respond to H1N1 Flu Challenge VOA 04 May 2009 -- From antiviral drugs to face masks, Asia's biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies are helping the global response to H1N1 flu.
WHO to send swine flu virus samples to Taiwan to make vaccine CNA 04 May 2009 -- WHO's reference laboratory will send samples of the swine flu virus strain to Taiwan for vaccine development.
Over 1,000 people infected with A/H1N1 virus - WHO RIA Novosti 04 May 2009 -- Number of officially confirmed A/H1N1 virus cases worldwide has exceeded 1,000.
WHO says Swine Flu Virus Unpredictable and Constantly Changing VOA 04 May 2009 -- The World Health Organization says flu viruses are unpredictable and constantly changing.
Vigilance crucial as influenza A(H1N1) virus continues to evolve - Ban UN News Centre 04 May 2009 -- Secretary-General Ban: UN has no plans to raise the alert level to Phase 6 at this time.
No Slaughter Necessary, Despite A-H1N1 Flu Found in Canadian Pigs VOA 04 May 2009 -- The UN Food and Agriculture Organization calling for strict bio-security measures for pigs for any evidence of illness.
WHO eastern Mediterranean region prepared for response to H1N1 IRNA 04 May 2009 -- World Health Organization notes that the Eastern Mediterranean Region remains free of influenza A (H1N1) to date.
WHO urges general preventive measures for influenza IRNA 04 May 2009 -- WHO's message to the public is not to panic but to be careful and practise general preventive measures.
China Denies Discriminating Against Mexicans VOA 04 May 2009 -- China is denying that it is discriminating against Mexicans, in its efforts to fight the swine influenza A-H1N1.
Mexico says swine flu outbreak easing off RIA Novosti 04 May 2009 -- Mexican government: Swine flu outbreak has peaked in the country and is now in decline, with a confirmed human death toll of 22.
DHS-IAIP Daily Open Source Infrastructure Report 04 May 2009 [PDF]
WHO expected to raise flu alert to highest level IRNA 03 May 2009 -- World Health Organization official said he thought that the agency's infectious disease alert level ultimately would be raised to its highest point.
Swine flu cases registered in 17 countries - Russian watchdog RIA Novosti 03 May 2009 -- The cases of influenza A(H1N1) infection, also known as swine flu, have been registered in 17 countries, the Russian consumer rights regulator Rospotrebnadzor said on Sunday, referring to the World Health Organization.
Swine flu death toll rises to 19 in Mexico - minister RIA Novosti 03 May 2009 -- Mexico's health minister Jose Angel Cordova said that the number of people infected with swine flu had risen to 473 with 19 confirmed deaths.
No risk of getting influenza A(H1N1) virus through food, says UN health agency UN News Centre 03 May 2009 -- There is no reason to be afraid of consuming pork or to cull any pigs, the United Nations health agency once again stressed today, despite the detection of the influenza A(H1N1) virus in a swine herd in Canada.
US Officials: Swine Flu Less Deadly than First Feared VOA 03 May 2009 -- U.S. health officials are expressing cautious optimism the virus causing swine flu A-H1N1 may not be as virulent as initially feared, but they say aggressive steps to combat the infectious disease are still warranted.
Mexico: H1N1 Virus Declining VOA 03 May 2009 -- Mexico's health minister says the country's swine influenza A-H1N1 flu epidemic has reached its peak and is declining.
Swine Flu Strikes Canadian Pigs VOA 03 May 2009 -- The H1N1 swine flu virus has been found in pigs in Canada, but officials say the animals probably were infected with the virus from a human.
Egyptian Police Clash With Protesters Over Pig Cull VOA 03 May 2009 -- Egyptian police wearing riot-gear clashed with a mostly Christian group of pig-owners in a garbage-infested Cairo slum, as the government tried to enforce a decision to destroy the country's pigs. Police fired tear-gas as pig-owners threw stones to defend their main source of livelihood.
Mexico Angered over China's Detention of Mexican Nationals VOA 03 May 2009 -- Mexico says Chinese authorities have quarantined more than 70 Mexican nationals, after a Mexican tourist in Hong Kong became the country's first confirmed case of the H1N1 swine flu virus.
2 NRIs with Swine (H1N1) Flu symptoms admitted to Delhi hospital IRNA 02 May 2009 -- Two young Non-Resident Indians (NRIs), who came from London and Texas, with suspected H1N1 Flu (earlier referred to as Swine Flu) were admitted to Ram Manohar Lohia (RML) Hospital in New Delhi and have been kept under observation in the isolation ward.
Swine flu death toll rises to 16 in Mexico - minister RIA Novosti 02 May 2009 -- Mexico's health minister Jose Angel Cordova said that the number of people infected with swine flu had risen to 397 with 16 confirmed deaths.
WHO confirms 615 swine flu cases RIA Novosti 02 May 2009 -- The World Health Organization (WHO) on Saturday said the number of human cases of the swine flu virus A (H1N1) had risen to 615 from 365.
Preparedness vital as confirmed cases of influenza A(H1N1) increase – UN UN News Centre 02 May 2009 -- The United Nations health agency today stressed the importance of preparedness for a possible global pandemic, as the number of laboratory confirmed cases of the influenza A(H1N1) infection topped 600 worldwide.
WHO Expects To Raise Flu Alert Level To Maximum VOA 02 May 2009 -- The World Health Organization (WHO) says the H1N1 swine flu virus continues to spread around the world, with the number of confirmed cases reaching 615, in 17 countries. WHO officials say they expect to raise their alert to the highest level. But experts say the spread of the flu is slowing down in Mexico, where the outbreak started.
Take Anti-Flu Drugs Only After Diagnosis, Military Doc Says AFPS 01 May 2009 -- Senior military health officials are warning against taking antiviral medicines to fight the H1N1 flu virus until a doctor has confirmed the diagnosis.
No cause for alarm with H1N1 flu Army News 01 May 2009 -- Fort Benning's Preventive Medicine Office hard at work all season long to protect troops and their families before influenza viruses take hold.
Obama Says H1N1 Flu 'Cause for Concern, Not Alarm' AFPS 01 May 2009 -- The outbreak of H1N1 flu "is a cause for concern, but not alarm," President Barack Obama said today after meeting with his Cabinet.
Obama Employs New Media Tools to Keep Public Up to Date on H1N1 Flu AFPS 01 May 2009 -- In an effort to ensure the public stays up to date on the latest news and information on the H1N1 flu outbreak, White House officals are employing such new media Web and social networking tools as Facebook, MySpace and Twitter.
WEST AFRICA: Regional bodies, governments gear up H1N1 influenza response IRIN 01 May 2009 -- The World Health Organization’s (WHO) Africa regional office has created a crisis management team to monitor the spread of influenza A/H1N1 virus, also known as swine flu, as WHO raised the global influenza pandemic alert level to phase 5 – just short of a full pandemic.
H1N1 FLU: Hoping for the Best, Preparing for the Worst VOA 01 May 2009 -- With concern over the spread of the H1N1 flu, questions are being raised about its possible implications.
Taiwan develops A(H1N1) flu test kit CNA 01 May 2009 -- The Centers for Disease Control has developed a test kit that can diagnose within 6 hours whether someone is infected with new H1N1 strain of influenza A.
Hong Kong Confirms First Swine Flu Case VOA 01 May 2009 -- Hong Kong has declared a public health emergency, following the first confirmed case of the Swine influenza A-H1N1 flu in the territory.
Scientists Say Swine Flu Vaccine Could Take Months to Produce VOA 01 May 2009 -- World Health Organization: Several laboratories around the world are developing a vaccination against influenza A-H1N1.
UN confirms rising number of influenza A(H1N1) infections in more countries UN News Centre 01 May 2009 -- UN health agency confirmed that over 300 people in almost a dozen countries contracted new flu strain.
Mexico Shuts Down in Effort to Prevent Spread of Swine Flu VOA 01 May 2009 -- Nearly all of Mexico at a standstill in attempt to contain the spread of the H1N1 swine flu virus that has sickened hundreds.
No Swine Flu case found in India: Govt IRNA 01 May 2009 -- Indian government has said that not a single suspected case of Swine Flu has been detected in India and there is absolutely no need to panic.
Mexico confirms 12 dead from swine flu RIA Novosti 01 May 2009 -- Mexico's health minister Jose Angel Cordova said that the number of people infected with swine flu had risen to 312 with 12 confirmed deaths.
WHO confirms 331 cases of swine flu worldwide RIA Novosti 01 May 2009 -- World Health Organization has officially confirmed 331 cases of influenza A (H1N1) in 11 countries.
U.S. Says Iran 'Most Active' Terrorism Sponsor RFE/RL 01 May 2009 -- US State Department: Iran remains the "most active state sponsor of terrorism" in the world.
US Terrorism Report Shows Close Ties with Kenya to Combat al-Qaida VOA 01 May 2009 -- State Department's annual report on global terrorism highlights growing US security ties with Kenya.
Al-Qaida Remains No. 1 Threat to United States, Official Says AFPS 01 May 2009 -- The al-Qaida terrorist network and its affiliate members continue to pose the greatest danger to the US and its allies.
DHS-IAIP Daily Open Source Infrastructure Report 01 May 2009 [PDF]

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