Topic: MQ-1 Predator

Britain convicts three for ‘ingenious’ airline bomb plot

The Muslim men’s 2006 plan to detonate liquid explosives on aircraft flying across the Atlantic was stage-planned in Pakistan.

Use of drones in Pakistan and Afghanistan: deadly, but legal?

Unmanned aerial drones have become important weapons in the US counterterrorism effort. But questions are mounting about who controls the drones, and what laws govern their use.

US 'Afpak' strategy troubles some in US and Pakistan

American lawmakers say they haven't been briefed on plans, as some in Pakistan describe the administration as 'confused.'

Pakistan drone attacks to intensify, Obama officials say

On Tuesday, Pakistani leaders reportedly rebuked visiting US officials over the airstrikes, which have prompted violent responses from militants.

Obama's strategy for Afghanistan and Pakistan

The President's plan for the increasingly troubled region is ambitious, although his goals are more limited than Bush's.

US considers broadening drone airstrikes in Pakistan

Obama urged to expand attacks beyond tribal areas to territory controlled by the Pakistani government.

Oops! Pakistan condemns US's drone attacks (but also hosts them)

Report confirms 'shadow war' waged by US special forces

A 2004 classified order authorized the military to attack Al Qaeda operatives around the globe. As many as a dozen raids occurred under this mandate.

U.S. airstrikes test alliance with Pakistan

Militants are targeted by drones to keep them from entering Afghanistan.

Raids into Pakistan: What U.S. authority?

Bush's orders to send special forces after Taliban militants have roots in previous presidencies.

U.S. military strike in Pakistan kills Al Qaeda weapons expert

The attack has raised concerns in Pakistan about the United States' increased willingness to take unilateral action in the war on terror.

Pakistan restaurant attack targets Westerners

The Islamabad attack injured four FBI agents and could signal a shift in tactics.

Motorbike suicide bombing hits Pakistan as al Qaeda raises profile in tribal belt.

Intelligence reports find that al Qaeda may be using the region to launch more sophisticated terror attacks.

US-Iraqi troops sweep Al Qaeda village haven

Soldiers find major weapons caches, a bunker, and an insurgent expense report in Diyala Province.