Failed bomb plot focuses attention on Yemen

Mon, 12/28/2009 - 13:27
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Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano said the airline passenger security system failed when a 23-year-old Nigerian carrying explosives boarded a plane headed for Detroit. From Hawaii, President Obama has called for a review of the terrorist watch list and air travel screening procedures. He also promised to continue the fight against terrorism.

Meanwhile, the US Government is focusing more attention on Yemen. The attempted bomber spent time in that country after he cut off contact with his family in Nigeria.  An ongoing civil war in the country also has officials worried about Al Qaeda's presence in the region. FSRN’s Leigh Ann Caldwell reports.

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